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Register now: Join an online focus group on healthy research environments in the Faculty of Medicine

Healthy Environments in Academic Research Teams (HEART) is a new program developed by the Graduate and Postdoctoral Education Office that aims to equip Faculty of Medicine research teams to thrive. HEART want to hear your thoughts on what makes a healthy research culture in the Faculty of Medicine, and shape a program that can create…
Five easy steps to stay safe online

Keep you, your family and your friends safe from cybercriminals.
Join us for the Indigenous Speaker Series: Diagnosing Truth, Healing and Conciliation Inside BC Health Care Systems

Register for the Monday, Oct. 17 event, hosted by the REDI office.
Dr. Kiran Veerapen extended as Assistant Dean, Faculty Development

A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education. I am pleased to announce the extension of Dr. Kiran Veerapen as Assistant Dean, Faculty Development, in the UBC Faculty of Medicine, effective to December 31, 2022. Dr. Veerapen is a clinical associate professor in the Department of Medicine. Dr. Veerapen will continue to provide strategic leadership…
Celebrate Academic Integrity Week, Oct. 17–21

Join the Academic Integrity Hub for Academic Integrity Week October 17–21, 2022, promoting academic integrity at UBC and beyond. Explore a range of events and resources, including Take Five for Integrity — an in-class awareness campaign supported with materials for instructors and in-class presentations from staff and students.
Dr. Calvin Roskelley appointed interim Associate Dean, Graduate and Postdoctoral Education

A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education and Robert McMaster, Vice Dean, Research, Faculty of Medicine. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Calvin Roskelley as the interim Associate Dean, Graduate and Postdoctoral Education, effective to December 31, 2022. Dr. Roskelley is a professor in the Department of Cellular & Physiological Sciences. His research…
VCHRI launch Strategic Plan 2022-2027

Read the new plan: Integrating Research Innovation and Health Care
Dr. Dean Jones reappointed Associate Dean, Fraser

A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education and Robert McMaster, Vice Dean, Research, Faculty of Medicine. We are pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Dean Jones as Associate Dean, Fraser for a five-year term effective to September 30, 2027. During his first term, Dr. Jones supported the successful implementation of medical and health professions distribution…
Applications for Thrive Grants open until Oct. 24

Thrive is a time when we come together as a UBC community to learn about, talk about, and explore ways to support our mental health. The last few years have brought unprecedented challenges and complexities that have impacted the mental health of our community, and now more than ever, it is important that we support one…

Events

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UBC’s Ceremony for Remembrance Day

Attend the in-person ceremony at the UBCV War Memorial Gym on Nov. 11.
Faculty of Medicine Data Management Day 2024

Learn how data technologies can support your research on Nov. 19.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Symposium & tips

Register for the symposium on Oct. 30 & find cybersecurity tips & resources.
Beyond the Algorithm: Generative AI in Education

Register to join the virtual lecture on Oct. 29.
UBC Thrive month signature events

Join events & explore resources to support mental health this November.
UBC Connects | Voices for Health Equity

Register to join the Nov. 4 event.
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.
Transforming Health Symposium

Register to join the symposium on Nov. 4.
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.

Funding & Awards

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Emerging Media Lab projects: Call for proposals

UBCV faculty, submit a research or teaching & learning proposal by July 31.
Distinguished Achievement Awards 2023

Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who are dedicated to transforming health for everyone.
Strategic Investment Fund: Call for proposals

Submit your proposal to the 2023 competition by September 11.
Brain Health: Sleep 2023 Program

Apply to the new Weston Brain Institute fund by July 11.
Seminar Series Fund 2023

Submit your application by August 28.
Health Innovation Funding Investment (HIFI) Awards 2023

Ten teams received funding to improve health & address health inequities.
Distinguished University Scholar: Internal call for nominations

Submit preliminary nominations by 5pm on June 29.
UBC Wellbeing Strategic Initiative Fund

Funding is available to faculty- & staff-led initiatives that advance wellbeing at UBC.
Large Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund Transformation projects

Submit letters of intent by 3 pm on July 13.