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Three leading institutions to discuss systemic racism in science

Three leading institutions to discuss systemic racism in science

UBC’s Okanagan campus is hosting a series of webinars on science and systemic racism. The webinars begin on November 26 and are part of an ongoing speaker series on systemic racism organized by the university.

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Finding the Fun – Meet Dean Peter Simpson

Finding the Fun – Meet Dean Peter Simpson

As he joins UBC Okanagan’s College of Graduate Studies as Dean, Peter Simpson is focused on finding fun in academia AN EAGER LEARNER HIS ENTIRE LIFE, Peter Simpson decided to pursue a PhD in an area of physics that was less established and more exploratory. This led him to Western University to study electronic materials, positron […]

Rethinking Art and Accessibility

Rethinking Art and Accessibility

A VISUAL ARTIST, DESIGNER AND INSTRUCTOR, Ahlam Bavi’s work focuses […]

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Sustainable Cities

Sustainable Cities

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UBCO’s substance use clinic goes virtual

UBCO’s substance use clinic goes virtual

At a time when many are in critical need of counselling and mental health services, UBC Okanagan’s Problematic Substance Clinic use has announced that it will be shifting its services online to support the community during COVID-19.

10 Tips for Preparing for Graduate School

10 Tips for Preparing for Graduate School

Thinking of applying to graduate school? This is an exciting time for you! As a graduate student at UBC Okanagan, you’ll join a diverse and inclusive community of people from around the world who are pursuing advanced degrees and innovative research and scholarship. That being said, this can also be a stressful time, with many […]

Space to Innovate
Could breadfruit be the next superfood? UBC researchers say yes

Could breadfruit be the next superfood? UBC researchers say yes

A fruit used for centuries in countries around the world is getting the nutritional thumbs-up from a team of British Columbia researchers.

What I Wish I Knew When I Started Grad School

What I Wish I Knew When I Started Grad School

Starting graduate school is an exciting but challenging time that is full of unknowns. To help you learn from those who have been there, The College of Graduate Studies had six upper-year graduate students share what they wished they knew when they started graduate school. Read what they had to say below. Fatima from the […]