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Drs. Lorienne Jenstad & Paola Colozzo appointed interim Co-Directors, School of Audiology and Speech Sciences

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. I am pleased to announce that Dr. Lorienne Jenstad and Dr. Paola Colozzo have been appointed interim Co-Directors, School of Audiology and Speech Sciences, effective to August 31, 2022. Dr. Jenstad is an audiologist and associate professor at the School of Audiology and Speech Sciences, where she directs the…
Dr. Robert McMaster extended as Vice-Dean, Research

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. I am pleased to announce Dr. Robert McMaster’s appointment as Vice-Dean, Research, has been extended effective to December 31, 2023. During the past term, Dr. McMaster has led several strategic initiatives including the establishment of the Academy of Translation Medicine and the COVID-19 Clinical…
Alexis Davis reappointed Director, Clinical Faculty Affairs

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Ms. Alexis Davis, Director, Clinical Faculty Affairs, for a three-year term effective to June 30, 2025. Ms. Davis is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, and also works clinically…
Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis reappointed Director, Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention

A message from Rob McMaster, Vice-Dean, Research, UBC Faculty of Medicine I am pleased to announce that Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis has been reappointed as the Director, Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management (CCDPM), and the Reichwald Family UBC Southern Medical Program Chair in Preventive Medicine to June 30, 2027. Dr. Martin Ginis is…
Dr. François Bénard reappointed Associate Dean, Research, BC Cancer Research Institute

A message from Rob McMaster, Vice-Dean, Research, UBC Faculty of Medicine; Kim Nguyen Chi, Vice President & Chief Medical Officer, BC Cancer; and Heather Findlay, Chief Operating Officer, BC Cancer We are pleased to announce that Dr. François Bénard has been re-appointed as the Associate Dean, Research, BC Cancer Research Institute (BCCRI), Faculty of Medicine,…
2022 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Awards

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health, UBC. I am pleased to announce recipients of the 2022 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Awards. These awards are an important opportunity to acknowledge faculty members who exemplify exceptional contributions in the areas of education, research and/or service, and who are dedicated to…
Community update from Dean Dermot Kelleher

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health, UBC. “Ripple in still waterWhen there is no pebble tossedNor wind to blow”- Ripple by The Grateful Dead I was introduced to this song by a bass player in a Dublin punk rock band who surprisingly told me that it was his favourite…
Dr. Cheryl Holmes reappointed Associate Dean, Undergraduate Medical Education

A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education. I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Dr. Cheryl Holmes as Associate Dean, Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME), for a five-year term effective July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2027. Dr. Holmes has accomplished a great deal during her first term in the role as Associate Dean,…
Dr. Paul Winwood extended as Regional Associate Dean, Northern BC, UBC and Associate Vice-President, Northern Medical Program, UNBC

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health and Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education. We are pleased to announce the extension of Dr. Paul Winwood as the Regional Associate Dean (RAD), Northern BC effective July 1, 2022 until June 30, 2024. Dr. Winwood serves as the RAD, Northern BC in the…

Events

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Celebrate Learning Week: Call for contributions

Submit a session proposal by March 31.
Partnering in Research conference

Register to join the June 12 event at UBC Robson Square.
Audiology & Speech Sciences: School Director candidate presentation

Register to join the presentation online or in-person on March 6.
UBC Connects | Exploring 21st Century Fertility Law

Register to join the discussion on March 10.
Celebrate Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 26

Wear a pink shirt, download a Zoom background & access resources.
Beyond 75: Vancouver rescheduled to April 23

Registrations have been carried over to the new date.
Disability in the Workplace: Register for an interactive workshop

Register for an upcoming workshop date.
Climate Emergency Week at UBC

Join events, workshops, and activities Feb. 10–14.
Bridging Research & Action

Register to attend the hybrid event May 15–16.

Funding & Awards

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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.
UBCV Work Learn program Winter Session 2023

Submit your proposal to hire a UBCV student by June 19.
Students as Partners fund

Apply by June 16 to fund your UBC Vancouver course redesign project.
Climate and Wellbeing Education Grants

Faculty, apply by June 12 for up to $6,000 to help you integrate climate change & wellbeing into your course.
Partnership Recognition and Exploration Fund

Apply now to support your community-university collaboration.
New Faculty Research Award

Faculty appointed within two years, apply by June 26.

Appointment

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Drs. Paola Colozzo & Lorienne Jenstad extended as interim Co-Directors, School of Audiology & Speech Sciences

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
Dr. Heather Buckley appointed Associate Dean, Faculty Development

A message from Roger Wong, Vice-Dean, Education.
Dr. Jan Dutz reappointed Head, Department of Dermatology & Skin Science

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
Dr. Alex Scott appointed Head, Department of Physical Therapy

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health, UBC. I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alex Scott as Head, Department of Physical Therapy, effective November 28, 2022 to June 30, 2028. Dr. Scott is a Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy, which he first joined in 2010.…
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…
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…
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…
Dr. Anurag Singh appointed Director of Northern Centre for Clinical Research

A message from Robert McMaster, Vice-Dean, Research, Faculty of Medicine; Fraser Bell, Vice President, Planning and Quality, Northern Health; and Kathy Lewis, Interim Vice President, Research and Innovation, University of Northern British Columbia. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Anurag Singh as the inaugural Director of the Northern Centre for Clinical Research…
Dr. Jan Friedman appointed interim Head, Department of Medical Genetics

A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. I am pleased to announce that Dr. Jan Friedman has been appointed interim Head, Department of Medical Genetics effective to December 31, 2022. Dr. Friedman’s appointment follows the interim leadership of Dr. Matthew Loricz. Dr. Jan Friedman is a clinical geneticist and professor of Medical…