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Cover art to brighten Arts Building spaces

Cover art to brighten Arts Building spaces

Dear Colleagues, I am writing on behalf of the UBC […]

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Studying the impact of border changes

Studying the impact of border changes

BRIGITTE LE NORMAND’s PASSION for history began at an early […]

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UBC event explores the impact of widowhood on women

UBC event explores the impact of widowhood on women

Regardless of medical and lifestyle improvements, Statistics Canada reports that the average life expectancy for males (80) is still a few years shorter than women (84)—meaning that generally, wives still outlive their husbands by a number of years.

UBC event explores life of climate change pioneer Alexander von Humboldt

UBC event explores life of climate change pioneer Alexander von Humboldt

Prussian naturalist Alexander von Humboldt began his celebrated expedition through the New World in 1799. During his travels, he explored the Americas widely, journeying to several countries including Venezuela, Cuba and the United States.

UBCO political science department hosts election candidates

UBCO political science department hosts election candidates

UBC Okanagan’s department of economics, philosophy and political science has organized a meet and greet for candidates and voters in the upcoming federal election.

Arctic Insights

Arctic Insights

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UBC student wins ‘Strong Woman’ accolade

UBC student wins ‘Strong Woman’ accolade

Sharing the bare necessities of life with marginalized women has brought recognition to a UBC Okanagan student.

Series of UBCO events to discuss housing, homelessness and more

Series of UBCO events to discuss housing, homelessness and more

According to census data from Statistics Canada, in Kelowna alone there are some 3,000 people considered at high risk of homelessness—with another 1,900 identifying as transitionally, episodically or chronically homeless.

Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree sparks interest in law for Nicole Tomasic

Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree sparks interest in law for Nicole Tomasic

NICOLE TOMASIC LOVED SCHOOL ever since she can remember. Growing up on […]

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Future of Health Forum focuses on research and innovation in cancer care

Future of Health Forum focuses on research and innovation in cancer care

With cancer remaining the leading cause of death in BC, the first-ever Future of Health Forum will focus on research, innovation and strides to improve outcomes for all cancer patients.