First graduates of Interdisciplinary Performance to cross stage Students celebrate success as artists in exceptional UBC fine arts program Sometimes small and nimble trumps the notion that bigger is better. Just ask this budding group of students taking to the world’s stage. UBC’s Okanagan campus will see the first-ever graduating class from its Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Interdisciplinary Performance program at tomorrow's Convocation ceremonies.
Gothic literature meets science Natasha Rebry, first interdisciplinary PhD FROM THE FACULTY OF CREATIVE AND CRITICAL STUDIES, finds Victorian era's hidden connections Poking around old manuscripts and researching dusty archives helped Natasha Rebry unravel the mysteries of the Victorian era. She sought new insights by blending her study of Gothic literature with the history of modern psychology for her PhD dissertation.
UBC in a class of its own for conferences and accommodations Rental suites on campus host thousands of visitors during summer season At UBC, the busy summer season gets underway in earnest in May as the campus turns into the biggest conference and accommodation centre in the Okanagan.
Emerging field of Digital Humanities allows exploration without limits Students use computer tools to bring a new perspective to the humanities For Constance Crompton, the idea that the humanities could be thoroughly researched, created and archived through digital media presents a tantalizing proposition. No longer would a project's scope be limited by space constrictions or become outdated after publication. Instead, history, philosophy, literature, languages, art, music, cultural studies or archeology scholarship could be curated and comprehensively assembled into an authoritative web presence through contributing scholars from around the globe.
The dedication of faculty and staff supports the talent and inspiration of UBC students and researchers who engage in thinking that can change the world. From student learning and research excellence, to sustainability and the performing arts -- UBC has a way to help employees invest in what they believe in. To find out more about projects to support, visit the start an evolution website. *All faculty and staff who make a donation before June 28 will be automatically entered in a faculty and staff appeal draw to win some amazing prizes -- including a travel package ($1,400 value) or Apple product prize pack ($650 value). Donations are not required to enter the contest. Okanagan Senate meeting highlights: May 16, 2013 The Okanagan Senate regularly considers important items that impact the campus community. To help keep employees connected, highlights of these items are posted on the Senate website following each scheduled meeting. Highlights from the May 16 meeting
Health Promotions is excited to announce that they have chosen to partner with the Canadian Cancer Society to help improve employees' health and wellness with the WellnessFits program. WellnessFits is an internet-based program that offers UBC employees resources and support they need to improve the health of their workplace. The program offers tools to educate on healthy practices, ideas for employees to help practice healthy choices, and supports to help keep a lasting positive change. Topics include: healthy eating, physical activity, healthy minds, tobacco-free, sun and UV awareness, and early detection. Topics on living with cancer and environmental health will also be available as the program develops.
Know someone outside the university interested in mentoring a student’s transition into the working world? Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) are recruiting female mentors working in science or engineering careers. Mentors will be matched with two students who want to build their professional skills for future careers. The duration of the program is October through March and the time commitment for mentors is flexible.
Approximately one-third of domestic UBC students at the Okanagan campus come from outside of BC. Many of these students struggle to establish a sense of community or belonging. Kickstart was established in 2011 with this challenge in mind. This year, Kickstart organizers are looking to engage faculty and staff members in the process. Be it through hosting workshops, providing material, or participating in socials, Kickstart organizers have a wide range of opportunities for everyone to help. The program takes place August 28 to 31.
Important notice for parking permit holders Parking rates will increase campus-wide, effective September 1, 2013. In order to maintain economical parking options on campus, a modest increase will be applied to our economy lot with greater increases applicable to premium lots. New parking permit rates
Innovative clinical training program offered in Vernon Medical students are now a common sight in Vernon Jubilee Hospital and local family practice clinics. Officially launched in 2011, the UBC Southern Medical Program's integrated community clerkship program in Vernon provides a full year of front-line, in-depth clinical training experience for two third-year medical students annually. The integrated model was first introduced in Chilliwack in 2004 by UBC -- one of the first medical schools to pilot the program in North America -- as an alterative to training in a traditional, larger urban centre. Since 2004, the program has expanded to include six different communities across BC including Vernon, Trail, Duncan, Terrace, Fort St. John, and Chilliwack.
Cultivating ecosensitivity Poet Sonnet L'AbbÉ turned from civil engineering to the field of environmental philosophy Call her a champion of plant poetics, wielding a scythe to shear down barriers between the humanities and sciences. Sonnet L'Abbé is on a mission, an eco poet in bloom. Graduating with a PhD in English Literature, she fuses poetry with plant science in a bid for literary distinction.
Guarasci nets Kelowna's High School Athlete of the Year for team's third CIS outing Soon-to-be Kelowna Christian school graduate Ryan Linttell has committed to playing for the Heat men's basketball team this upcoming season. A 6'4" multi-sport athlete, Linttell has won provincial gold medals in both volleyball and basketball and will come to the Heat with a winning pedigree, while also adding depth and versatility.
Transfer student to join men's volleyball Kyle Pankratz, a 6'7", right side hitter has committed to playing for the Heat men's volleyball squad under head coach Greg Poitras next fall. Pankratz, from Surrey, BC, will come to the Heat after starring for Briercrest College in Caronport SK.
Fitzpatrick signs on: local recruit for women's volleyball Siobhan Fitzpatrick from Immaculata Regional High School will be suiting up for the Heat women's volleyball 2013-2014 campaign. The 6'1'' power hitter has lived most of her life in Kelowna and saw having the chance to go to university at home as a very appealing option.
Post-doctoral fellow receives $80,000 award for Alzheimer's research Ultimate goal is to find a cure for the disease, which affects 200,000 BC residents Is there a link between obesity and Alzheimer's disease? Caroline Zhongxiao Wan, a post-doctoral fellow in the Faculty of Health and Social Development, thinks so.
Engineers develop program to preempt underground water-main failure Further research may expand use into the oil and gas pipeline industry When it comes to underground infrastructure such as water mains, it's not a matter of “if” a system is going to fail but “when," says Solomon Tesfamariam, associate professor of civil engineering.
Engineer helps pioneer flat spray-on optical lens A team of researchers, including a UBC engineer, have made a breakthrough utilizing spray-on technology that could revolutionize the way optical lenses are made and used. Kenneth Chau, an assistant professor in the School of Engineering at UBC's Okanagan campus, worked with principal investigator Henri Lezec and colleagues Ting Xu, Amit Agrawal, and Maxim Abashin at the National Institute of Standards and Technology in Maryland on the development of a flat lens. Their work was published in the journal Nature in May.
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OKANAGAN CAMPUS News • First graduates of Interdisciplinary Performance to cross stage People • Cultivating ecosensitivity Research Spotlight • Post-doctoral fellow receives $80,000 for Alzheimer's research
Gutsy Walk on June 7 join the campus walk or donate to cure inflammatory bowel disease A team from Assistant Professor of Biology Deanna Gibson’s laboratory in the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences, is walking on campus in the Gutsy Walk on Friday, June 7, to raise funds for the cure to inflammatory bowel disease. Her team, "The Bowel Movements," is looking for donations made through their webpage or for people to join the team and walk with them around the campus. Date: Friday, June 7 See the team's Facebook page UBC Bookstore staff and faculty appreciation day The UBC Bookstore is hosting its annual Staff and Faculty Appreciation day on June 12. Employees can save 20 per cent on clothing, giftware, stationery, computer accessories, general books and clearance merchandise. Complete a passport in-store and claim your free thermos, flashlight or umbrella. There is also no GST at the Bookstore on departmental purchases. Date: Wednesday, June 12 To find out more, visit the UBC Bookstore website. "Town Hall" input for internal communications A town hall-style campus community meeting on Monday, June 17, offers an opportunity to learn about -- and discuss -- recommendations for improved communications across campus. Questions include:
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a lunch to this event. Light refreshments will be served.
What's Happening on campus The Okanagan campus events calendar is the central point for online information about university-related events, on and off campus. Events at a Glance:
For a full listing visit the Okanagan campus events calendar.
Lunch and Learn: sun and UV awareness Open to all faculty and staff, the Canadian Cancer Society will be on campus June 18 to present on the benefits of sun and UV awareness. Topics include: how to be safe in the sun, UV radiation and the UV index, vitamin D, indoor tanning and tanning myths. Date: Tuesday, June 18 To register for this session, visit the Health Promotions website. This Lunch and Learn session is part of the WellnessFits' Own Your Own Skin Tone Challenge. To find out more about the program, visit wellnessfits.ca or contact Tracey Hawthorn, WRAP Coordinator, at 250-807-8183. Scientist knowledge translation training At this Scientist Knowledge Translation Training workshop participants will learn about knowledge translation and its context within the social, political, and research community as well as learning to develop knowledge translation plans. Date: Wednesday, June 26 and Thursday, June 27 Register online: www.eply.com/SKTT_UBCO Workshops at a glance Here are some professional development opportunities for faculty and staff at UBC's Okanagan campus over the next few weeks:
For a full listing visit the Okanagan campus events calendar. Exchange your information The Exchange is your newsletter. Let everyone know what's going on in your corner of campus. Send submissions to University Relations c/o Chris Guenard.
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