Explore more updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.
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Staff Professional Development Fund claims
Submit claims by March 3 for the current funding year.
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Introducing the new Faculty of Medicine IT Governance & Security Policy
The Faculty of Medicine has developed & approved this policy to reduce risk to the Faculty, UBC & our Health Authority partners who host academic activities.
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International Congress on Academic Medicine
ICAM2023 is taking place April 13-18 in Québec City.
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Research Trainee Day & Lecture Series
Register for the Faculty of Medicine’s annual Research Trainee Day and Lecture Series.
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BC Rural Health Awards
Nominate a rural community or doctor to recognize their contributions towards improving the health of rural British Columbians.
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Share your thoughts on the search for a new President and Vice-Chancellor
Join a virtual forum or complete an online survey.
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Policy Communications Clinic and Workshop Series
Attend a workshop on how to communicate research effectively for policy change.
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Reminder: Complete the Worksite Safety Survey by Jan. 31
Find out how to ensure your UBC office or workstation is safe.
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UBC named one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People in 2023
This marks the 11th consecutive year UBC is awarded this honour.
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Advanced Research Computing information session
Register for the Sept. 26 session to learn how ARC can support your research.
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Celebrate the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning at UBC Vancouver
Join the 8th annual event, in-person at UBCV on Oct. 9.
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From Biodiversity Preservation to Innovation: The Role of Biological Resource Centres
Register for the public lecture on Sept. 25.
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Cellular & Physiological Sciences: Department Head candidate presentation
Register to join the presentation online or in-person on Sept. 18.
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Disability in the Workplace: Register for an interactive workshop
Register for an upcoming workshop date.
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Orange Shirt Day at UBC
See events happening at UBC & explore resources to engage with the legacies of the Residential School system & show your solidarity.
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Climate Solutions Research Collective: Climate, Canada, & International Courts featuring Dr. David Boyd
Register to join the hybrid event on Sept. 11.
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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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Innovation UBC Immersion Week 2025
Register for the in-person events running Sept. 23–24.
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Japan Prize 2025: Call for nominations
Submit full nomination packages by Jan. 12, 2024.
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Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Seed Program
UBCV & UBCO faculty & staff are invited to apply by Nov. 20.
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Michael Smith Health Research BC funding awards 2024
Submit a letter of intent by 4:30 pm on Nov. 21.
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Reminder: Faculty Research Awards
Submit a nomination by Nov. 15.
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Submit a proposal for Health After 2020
The deadline is Nov. 15.
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Call for proposals: StEAR Enhancement Fund
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until August 2024.
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PhD CoLab Initiative for faculty & PhD student teams
Teams are invited to submit a letter of intent by Nov. 2.
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UBC Okanagan teaching awards: Nominations open
Nominate UBCO faculty members by Nov. 10.
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Grants for Catalyzing Research Clusters 2024/25
Submit a notice of intent by Nov. 1.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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,…
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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…
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Ms. Namaste Marsden appointed as inaugural Director, Indigenous Engagement
A message from Mike Allard, Vice-Dean, Health Engagement. I am delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Namaste Marsden as the inaugural Director, Indigenous Engagement in the Faculty of Medicine. Namaste, Masemtxoxw, is from Wilp Gamlaxyeltxw, Lax Ganeda (Frog Clan), from Gitanyow, an independent Gitxsan nation in northern B.C. She is granddaughter to late hereditary…
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Dr. Jonathon Leipsic appointed Head, Department of Radiology
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. I’m pleased to announce Dr. Jonathon A. Leipsic as Head of the Department of Radiology, effective to June 30, 2027. Dr. Leipsic is a UBC professor in the department of radiology and the department of medicine’s division of cardiology. He is also currently…
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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.
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Beyond 75: Read the community engagement report
The report captures highlights from each of the events, & provides an overview of feedback gathered from the Faculty community & partners.
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Reflecting on an extraordinary academic year
Read the end-of-academic year update from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.