Explore more updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.
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CTLT Winter Institute teaching & learning workshops
Learn & network with other UBC educators at a range of workshops Dec. 11–15.
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Preparing for winter weather at UBC
Information on preparing for winter weather for Vancouver & Okanagan campuses.
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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.
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Japan Prize 2025: Call for nominations
Submit full nomination packages by Jan. 12, 2024.
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UBC Coaching Internship program
Apply for the fall intake by Dec. 10.
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Disability inclusion webinar series
Join the Centre for Workplace Accessibility in a workshop Nov. 27–Dec. 1.
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Trans Day of Remembrance, Nov. 20
Join events & access resources.
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Register for the Full Faculty Meeting, Nov. 21
Registration closes 4:15 pm on Nov. 21.
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Embracing Respect and Compassion: Community Update from Dean Dermot Kelleher
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine & Vice-President, Health, UBC.
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UBC ShakeOut Oct. 17: Are you prepared for an earthquake?
UBC will test its emergency alert system during the annual province-wide earthquake drill, Oct. 17.
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Transforming Health Symposium
Register to join the symposium on Nov. 4.
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Participate in Orange Shirt Day on Sep. 30
See events happening at UBC & explore resources to engage with the legacies of the Residential School system & show your solidarity.
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Don Rix Distinguished Keynote Address with Dr. Sam Aparicio
Register for the address & reception, Nov. 18.
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Universities and Human Flourishing in the 21st Century
Register for the public lecture by President Bacon on Oct. 9.
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Rural Voices Gathering 2024
Have your say on rural health, in-person or online Nov. 20–27.
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Workshops for community-engaged researchers
Register for an upcoming Partnering in Research workshop.
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Coming Home: Honouring the Resiliency of All Survivors of the Indian Residential School Experience
Register to join the in-person event on Sep. 25.
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Women’s Health Seminar Series
Register for the online seminars, starting Sep. 23.
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Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Awards
UBCV faculty, submit a research project proposal by Jan. 28.
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OER Excellence & Impact Awards: Call for nominations
Nominate a faculty member by Nov. 27.
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West Coast Teaching Excellence Awards
Nominate faculty or teaching teams by 3 pm on Nov. 28.
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Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters 2026/27
Submit a notice of intent by Nov. 10.
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UBC Okanagan Teaching Awards: Call for nominations
Nominate UBCO teaching faculty members by Nov. 7.
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Aspire-2040 Learning Transformations Fund (ALT-2040)
UBCO faculty are invited to submit a proposal by Dec. 15.
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Open educational resource (OER) grants
Apply for grants supporting the use of open educational resources in UBCV credit courses.
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Plan an event for Thrive month with a Thrive Grant
Apply for support with your event by Oct. 1.
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Ministry of Health Seed Grant Program
Submit a notice of intent by Oct. 8.
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Dr. Ben Mortenson appointed Head, Department of Occupational Science & Occupational Therapy
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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James Hogg Research Centre renamed & Dr. Don Sin reappointed Director
A message from Robert McMaster and Darryl Knight.
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Dr. Sophia Frangou appointed Associate Dean, Research
A message from Robert McMaster, Vice Dean, Research.
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Dr. John Kramer appointed interim Director, ICORD
A message from Robert McMaster, and Patricia Daly.
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Dr. Mieke Koehoorn appointed Vice Dean, Academic Affairs
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Peter Zandstra reappointed Director, School of Biomedical Engineering
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Peter Choi appointed interim Head, Department of Anesthesiology, Pharmacology & Therapeutics
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Paola Colozzo appointed interim Director, School of Audiology & Speech Sciences
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Derek Thompson – Thlaapkiituup appointed Director, Indigenous Engagement
A message from Mike Allard, Vice Dean, Health Engagement.
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Register for the Full Faculty Meeting, November 18
Register online by 12 noon on November 18.
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Changes to Policy on Clinical Faculty Appointments & Upcoming Information Sessions
Find information on the updated policy & register for an upcoming info session.
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MD Undergraduate Admissions: Interviewers Needed
Sign up to help select the next class of medical students at UBC by Oct. 31.
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Welcome to the new academic year
Read the update from Mieke Koehoorn, Dean pro tem, Faculty of Medicine.
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Faculty of Medicine Awards 2025
Dean pro tem Mieke Koehoorn announces the recipients of the 2025 awards.
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A farewell message from Dr. Dermot Kelleher
Read a farewell message from Dermot Kelleher.
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Strategic Investment Fund: Call for proposals
Submit proposals by Oct. 27, 2025.
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The Nature of All Things Indigenous with Dr. David Suzuki & Dr. Shane Pointe
Register for the event on Sept. 23.
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Dr. Ravi Sidhu appointed Vice Dean, Education
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.