Dr. Santa Ono, 15th President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of British Columbia.
UBC welcomes our 15th President and Vice-Chancellor
Dr. Santa Ono named as 15th President and Vice-Chancellor of UBC
Dr. Ono is no stranger to UBC. Originally born in Vancouver, his father (Takashi Ono) was a mathematics professor at the university in the early 1960s.
The Ceremonies and Events office would like to thank all volunteers and colleagues who helped make the 2016 Convocation ceremonies such a success.
Graduation couldn't have happened without all of you.
Falcons Play for United Way
UBC Okanagan community supports United Way fund-raiser on July 6
Support local children and families and have a great evening of fun at the ballpark on July 6. Buy a $10 game ticket -- proceeds go to the United Way and count towards UBC Okanagan’s 2016 workplace campaign. Tickets can be purchased online or by emailing bud.mortenson@ubc.ca.
UBC Okanagan continues to show its commitment to the environment year after year
Despite continued campus growth, UBC Okanagan achieved a 17 per cent reduction in absolute carbon emissions in 2015. This reduced the campus' carbon offset liability by almost $14,000.
UBC speaks out against hate, stands with victims of Orlando shootings
Here at UBC, we are immensely proud of our diversity and, as ever, we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the LGBTQ community.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the community of Orlando, and the American people, especially the loved ones, families and friends of the dead and injured victims.
Participate in City of Kelowna’s Twitter Town Hall
UBC Okanagan is working with the City of Kelowna to encourage our university community to participate in Kelowna’s community visioning initiative, Imagine Kelowna.
The City of Kelowna’s first Twitter Town Hall hosted by Mayor Colin Basran is from 1 to 2 p.m. this Thursday. Join the conversation, and share how you imagine Kelowna.
Share your thoughts on Woodhaven Park plan
The original 8.7-hectare Woodhaven Nature Conservancy Regional Park was expanded to more than 21 hectares in 2013. One of the added properties is used by the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies for the unique Eco-Cultural Centre program.
The Regional District of the Centre Okanagan is seeking your thoughts for a plan to manage the expanded park. Participate in the online survey about the future of Woodhaven Nature Conservancy Regional Park.
Microbiology student Bhavan Panghali is this year’s winner of the $10,000 Pushor Mitchell LLP Gold Medal Leadership Prize.
Cancer researcher and advocate wins top student prize
Aspiring pediatric physician Bhavan Panghali is among 1,760 graduates at UBC Okanagan this spring.
The microbiology student is also the recipient of the largest undergraduate award given to an Okanagan student -- the $10,000 Pushor Mitchell LLP Gold Medal Leadership Prize.
Muntasir Billah has won the 2016 UBC Governor General’s Gold Medal -- recognition reserved for the student with the highest academic achievement in the College of Graduate Studies.
Engineering PhD student wins prestigious Governor General's gold medal
Described by his supervising professor as the most brilliant student he has ever encountered at UBC, AHM Muntasir Billah has spent the past few years distinguishing himself at the university’s Okanagan campus.
Dr. Roberta Bondar and Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the Okanagan campus Deborah Buszard pose together after last Thursday’s ceremonies.
Astronaut and water scientist conferred with honorary degrees at UBC Okanagan
UBC Okanagan’s courtyard is where pomp and circumstance meet shouts of joy and colourful festivities as hundreds of freshly-minted graduates celebrate their accomplishments at the university’s convocation ceremonies.
During this year's five convocation ceremonies, UBC conferred honorary Doctor of Science degrees to Dr. Roberta Bondar -- Canada’s first female astronaut -- and water scientist David Schindler.
Bighorn sheep like steep rocky terrain, a habit often intersected by highways. Photo by Tanis Gieselman, with the Okanagan Collaborative Conservation Program.
UBC develops tool to predict how bighorn sheep react to human development
A UBC Okanagan researcher has created a tool to help map bighorn sheep movement in an effort to monitor how they respond to human development in their habitat.
Susan Holtzman stands in front of UBC Okanagan's rainbow staircase.
Men who have sex with men in small cities less likely to be tested for HIV
Men who live outside major Canadian cities and have sex with other men are less likely to get an HIV test than their metropolitan counterparts, a UBC study shows.
UBC researchers develop new interventions for those who have suffered a stroke
Strokes are a leading cause of death in Canada, affecting hundreds of thousands of people a year. The treatments that help reduce the effects of a stroke are time-sensitive and understanding the signs and symptoms can help save lives.
A young camper learns the science behind lava lamps at last year’s Geering Up program.
UBC Okanagan engineers offer fun summer options for kids
Engineers suggest a re-think when it comes to summer camps
Instead of campfire singalongs and S’mores, School of Engineering faculty members are suggesting 3D modeling, laser engraving, Lego robotics, and concrete like you've never seen it before.
The school is hosting several summer programs tailored to students from Grade 1 right through to teenagers in high school.
2016 Convocation Highlights
Over 1,600 graduates were recognized during this year's convocation. Honorary degrees were conferred upon Dr. Roberta Bondar and David Schindler.
