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See the latest updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.

Latest announcements

Reminder: Preparing for extreme weather at UBC

Information on preparing for winter weather for Vancouver & Okanagan campuses.
Voting open for Board of Governors and second call for nominations for Vancouver Senate

Further to the UBC Broadcast last month, the first round of elections for the 2023 – 2026 triennium is currently underway with opportunities for you to participate.
Staying safe during the winter flu season

Important ways to help prevent illness and help keep yourself, and others, safe.
Black Mental Wellness Project

Black UBC community members can access free sessions with Black counsellors.
Paid leave for staff between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

Certain UBC staff are eligible for paid leave during the university’s seasonal closure between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Is substance use affecting your wellbeing?

Find out by taking the confidential self-assessment.

VCHRI Research Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of Health Care through Research

Register to join the summit on June 2.
National emergency alert system test May 7 & Emergency Preparedness Week

Emergency Preparedness Week, running May 4–10, is a national awareness initiative and an opportunity to take action to ensure you’re prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency. Find resources, tips and webinars from UBC and beyond to ensure you’re prepared for emergencies. National emergency alert system test A test of…
Innovation UBC fall programs: Venture Founder & Lab2Market

Apply to join programs to translate your research to real-world impacts.