Explore more updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.
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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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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…
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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…
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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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Register now: REDI Virtual Symposium on May 25
An invitation from the Office of Respectful Environments, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Registration is now open for the Office of Respectful Environments, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) inaugural virtual symposium: “Race Ideology: Historical Perspectives, Current Realities and Re-imagining the Future.” Please note the event will be recorded. When: Wednesday, May 25, 2022 Time: 8:30 am–1 pm Why should you…
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Call for nominations: 2022 Faculty of Medicine Awards
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health, UBC. Nominations are now open for the 2022 Faculty of Medicine Awards. This suite of Faculty of Medicine awards was recently refreshed in 2021 and includes several new awards which were launched last year with much success. These awards provide an expanded opportunity to…
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The future of medicine is now: Read the latest edition of Pathways
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health, UBC. Every day, faculty, staff and students make remarkable scientific breakthroughs that bring us ever closer to solving life’s most pressing health challenges. The question is, how do we bring our research to patients sooner and safely, in the form of lifesaving medicine?…
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UBC ShakeOut Oct. 16: 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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Innovation UBC Venture Founder program
Apply by Oct. 27.
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Challenges, changes and research: Insights from UBC’s University Killam Professors
Register to join the virtual event on Nov. 12.
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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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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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StEAR Enhancement Fund: Call for proposals
Apply by Oct. 15 to advance UBC’s equity & anti-racism priorities.
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Small Teaching & Learning Enhancement Fund Innovation projects
Submit proposals for 2026/27 funding by Nov. 13.
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John McNeill Excellence in Health Research Mentorship Award
Submit nominations for internal review by Sept. 26.
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Community-University Engagement Support Fund
Submit a Notice of Intent by Sept. 25, & attend the Sept. 9 info session.
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Dr. Lakshmi Yatham reappointed Head, Department of Psychiatry
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Clarissa Wallace appointed interim Associate Dean, Fraser
A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education.
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Dr. Peter Black appointed Director of the Vancouver Prostate Centre
A message from Robert McMaster and Teresa Tsang.
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Dr. Dean Jones appointed Vice Dean, Health Engagement
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Sarah Bartlett appointed interim Associate Dean, Student Affairs
A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education.
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Dr. Laura Farrell appointed Regional Associate Dean, Vancouver Island, UBC & Academic Director, UBC Distributed Programs, UVic
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health & Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education.
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Dr. Aslam Anis appointed Director, School of Population and Public Health
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Susan Cox appointed interim Director of W. Maurice Young Centre for Applied Ethics
A message from Robert McMaster and Aslam Anis.
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Dr. Naveed Janjua appointed Director, University of British Columbia Centre for Disease Control (UBC CDC)
A message from Robert McMaster and Jat Sandhu.
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Academic Renewal Update | Round 2
See the six successful proposals from the second round of our Academic Renewal competition.
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Register for the Full Faculty Meeting, Nov. 15
Registration is required, register online by 4:15 pm on Nov. 15.
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MD Undergraduate Admissions: Interviewers Needed
Help select the next class of medical students at UBC.
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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.
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2022 Faculty of Medicine Awards
These awards recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of faculty and staff who embody our values of respect, integrity, compassion, collaboration and equity — helping us to transform health for everyone.
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Training more doctors for British Columbia
Update on the announcement made by the Government of BC committing to the expansion of the MDUP & PGME residency programs.
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Strategic Investment Fund update
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. As we start the second year our refreshed strategic plan Building the Future: 2021–2026, I’m pleased to announce that in year one we completed two rounds of the Strategic Investment Fund (SIF). In the fall 2021 and summer 2022 SIF rounds, we received a…
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Join the Faculty’s commemorative virtual event for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
An invitation from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health. Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Healthinvites you to join a virtual event onTuesday, September 27, 202210:00–11:30 am PT.Given the discussion topic, this event may go beyond 11:30 am Please join us in coming together in a concerted effort to reflect…
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Join us for the Indigenous Initiatives Speaker Series: We are Children of Indian Residential School Survivors
An invitation from the Office of Respectful Environments, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Join the Office of Respectful Environments, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI) on Wednesday, September 21 for We Are Children of Indian Residential School Survivors: Awakening Our Spirits, Our Purpose & Our Confidence. This event brings together a panel of Indigenous people who are children…