Q&A: Dr. Jake Bobowski on being Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science’s first Full Professor of Teaching
The Department of Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics and Statistics’ Dr. Jake Bobowski was recently promoted to Full Professor of Teaching, making him the first with this title in the Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science. We sat down with Dr. Bobowski to discuss his new role, and why he chose to pursue the Educational Leadership […]
UBCO researchers identify best strategy to reduce human-bear conflict
Conservationists have long warned of the dangers associated with bears becoming habituated to life in urban areas. Yet, it appears the message hasn’t gotten through to everyone.
UBCO experts on UN Decade of Ecosystem Restoration
UBCO experts are available to comment on how to restore and protect ecosystems, rewild gardens and create sustainable consumer behaviour to help achieve a greener relationship with the environment.
Academic excellence and volunteerism lead to prestigious Pushor Mitchell recognition
For as long as Rebecca Chadney can remember, she has loved both arts and sciences.
UBCO celebrates the class of 2021
Virtual ceremony recognizes more than 1,800 graduating students UBC Okanagan is marking its second virtual convocation next week. More than 1,850 graduates — including 1,600 undergraduates as well as more than 100 masters’ and doctoral students — will tune in to celebrate the success of their educational journey. “This has been a remarkable year for […]
UBC invites wine lovers to learn and wine taste virtually
UBC’s alumni association is raising a glass to toast the university’s many alumni in the winemaking industry in celebration of National Rosé Day.
UBCO researcher uses geology to help astronomers find habitable planets
Astronomers have identified more than 4,000, and counting, confirmed exoplanets — planets orbiting stars other than the sun — but only a fraction have the potential to sustain life.
UBCO research shows a mother’s fat intake can impact infant infectious disease outcomes
A team of UBC Okanagan researchers has determined that the type of fats a mother consumes while breastfeeding can have long-term implications on her infant’s gut health.
UBCO hosts CBC journalist Nora Young as next distinguished speaker
In an increasingly data-driven world, data literacy plays an important role in ensuring people understand how their interactions with technology may lead to the gathering, sharing or selling of their personal information.
Spring can be a time for ‘green eggs and chocolate,’ say UBCO experts
The arrival of spring and Easter is often celebrated with egg-containing delicacies and all-things chocolate.