Explore more updates, events & opportunities from across the Faculty & UBC.
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UBC AI & Health Network funds projects advancing responsible AI-powered health research
The inaugural Fellows Program supports researchers harnessing artificial intelligence to transform health research & improve patient care.
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Climate Teaching Connector
UBCV instructors, book a guest lecture on a range of climate topics.
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Meeting for Advanced Synthetic Biology & Systems Bioengineering (MASSIV) conference
Register to join the 4-day event Jan. 19–22.
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Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Awards
UBCV faculty, submit a research project proposal by Jan. 28.
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Proposed amendments: Deaccessioning Policy (UP11) & Information Systems Policy (SC14)
Share your feedback by Jan. 9, 2026.
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UBC is recognized as one of Canada’s Best Places to Work in 2025
The award, from Human Resources Director Canada, recognizes workplace programs & policies across benefits, flexibility & culture.
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UBC’s Financial Planning Process for 2026/27
An update of the financial environment and the upcoming steps in the planning process.
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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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FoM Summer Student Research Program 2024
Apply as a student-supervisor team by Feb. 15, 2024.
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National Research Prizes 2024: Call for nominations
Submit nominations by Feb. 28, 2024.
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Indigenous Strategic Initiatives Fund: Open call for funding
Apply by Jan. 12, 2024.
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Multidisciplinary Research Program in Medicine 2024
Submit a research project by Jan. 24, 2024.
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Work Learn International Undergraduate Research Awards
UBCV faculty, submit a proposal by Jan. 30, 2024.
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Support wellbeing in teaching, learning & research environments
Apply by Jan. 22 for up to $5,000 in funding.
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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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Dr. Quynh Doan appointed Associate Dean, Research, BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, UBC Faculty of Medicine & Senior Executive Director, BCCHR
A message from Robert McMaster and Jana Davidson.
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Dr. Amy Salmon appointed Director, Clinical Faculty Affairs
A message from Mike Allard, Vice-Dean, Health Engagement and Shanda Jordan Gaetz, Managing Director.
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Dr. Ravinder Dennis Bhui appointed Associate Director, Clinical Faculty Affairs
A message from Mike Allard, Vice-Dean, Health Engagement and Shanda Jordan Gaetz, Managing Director.
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Dr. Shahin Shirzad extended as Assistant Dean, MD Admissions
A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education.
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Dr. Neeru Gupta appointed Head, Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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Dr. Miriam Spering appointed Associate Dean, Graduate & Postdoctoral Education
A message from Roger Wong, Vice Dean, Education & Robert McMaster, Vice Dean, Research.
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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.
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Dr. Heather Buckley appointed Associate Dean, Faculty Development
A message from Roger Wong, Vice-Dean, Education.
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Dr. Jan Dutz reappointed Head, Department of Dermatology & Skin Science
A message from Dermot Kelleher, Dean, Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health.
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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.

