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Dr. Jiahua Chen (Statistics, UBCV) is one of ten UBC faculty members announced by @RSCTheAcademies as new Fellows. Dr. Chen has made fundamental contributions to statistics, particularly in mixture models, empirical likelihood, sampling theory, and the design of experiments.
Recycle your Christmas Tree at UBC Botanical Garden December 26 – January 9. Donations will support the school garden at Britannia Community Elementary located in the Grandview Woodland neighbourhood. Learn more: bit.ly/3jlAFTJ
Happy Holidays from #UBC. ❄️✨
Game on: How Giving Day brings out the UBC community’s competitive spirit—and generosity. bit.ly/3WkeUSb
Due to expected severe winter conditions, #UBC Vancouver operations will be curtailed, Friday Dec. 23. Employees who perform essential work are expected to come to work. See ubc.ca for more info.
Dr. Villy Christensen (Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, UBCV) is one of ten #UBC faculty members announced by @RSCTheAcademies as new Fellows. Dr. Christensen is one of the most highly-cited fisheries scientists in the world today.
Campus operations, and all exams on Thursday Dec. 22 will proceed as scheduled. Winter weather persists at #UBC’s Point Grey campus. Please allow extra time for your commutes. More info: ubc.ca
The Diane Hales Award in Pharmaceutical Sciences for Indigenous Students opens the door to increased representation for Indigenous pharmacy professionals and their communities. bit.ly/3YlWXEB
Campus operations, and all exams on Wednesday Dec. 21 will proceed as scheduled. Winter weather persists at #UBC’s Point Grey campus. Please allow extra time for your commutes. More info: ubc.ca
Thanks to help from generous donors, Ashki Shkur will be the first person in her family to attend university. bit.ly/3Ymkc1h
A #UBC doctoral candidate researching sexual assault law looks at holiday romantic comedies and their borderline illegal behaviours. bit.ly/3HPFQ8E
Learn how to safely navigate and cope with cold weather events: bit.ly/3YGiBDG @climatehububc
Dec. 20 8:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. IN-PERSON AND ON-CAMPUS EXAMS ARE CANCELLED at #UBC Point Grey due to weather. More info: ubc.ca
Dec. 20, 8:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. IN-PERSON AND ON-CAMPUS EXAMS ARE CANCELLED at #UBC Point Grey due to weather. More info: ubc.ca
Penguin guano from the Galápagos is helping #UBC researchers track microplastic pollution from around the globe. bit.ly/3FYLCDj
Winter weather persists at #UBC’s Point Grey campus. Campus operations and exams on Monday Dec. 19 will proceed as scheduled. Please take care on your commutes. Next update at 9 p.m. on Dec. 19. More info: ubc.ca
Dr. Barbara Arneil (Political Science, UBCV) is one of ten #UBC faculty members announced by @RSCTheAcademies as new Fellows. Dr. Arneil is a world-renowned scholar of identity politics, feminist theory, and the history of political thought.
Did you know UBC has six residential neighbourhoods? They are: Hampton Place, East Campus, Chancellor Place, Hawthorn Place, University Boulevard, and Wesbrook Place. Learn more: bit.ly/3f9nBip
Researchers from @ubcmech want to save whales from drowning…in noise 🐳 �bit.ly/3BEb9iRgIk
A new study from the @UBCSauderSchool finds banks most exposed to inflation are more likely to cut back on lending, which can negatively impact housing prices and construction jobs. bit.ly/3Hw5tLA
New blood process could help with supply issues. bit.ly/3Fo51fv
From COVID-19 to the common cold: @ubclifesciences scientists identify broadly effective, infection-halting compound bit.ly/3W5GdzI
How do we support the people of #Iran to gain their freedom while creating a democratic free country? Join organizers and thought-leaders within the Iranian community to discuss TODAY. Support from @menafilmfest, @CCMS_SFU, and @UBCCommEngage. bit.ly/3Ffv0pp
UBC Connects at Robson Square invites you to this special end-of-year townhall for diaspora Africans on December 17. This year’s theme for discussion is how Africans in the diaspora can contribute to the development of the continent as a whole. Learn more: bit.ly/3Y07iWH
UBC welcomes new Provost and Vice-President, Academic! bit.ly/3VYIBc0
Getting sick can be especially stressful when preparing to write exams. Find out when—and when not—to seek medical support when you’re sick. bit.ly/3YaDmak
How do we support the people of #Iran to gain their freedom while creating a democratic free country? On December 13, join organizers and thought-leaders within the Iranian community to discuss. Support from @menafilmfest, @CCMS_SFU, and @UBCCommEngage. bit.ly/3Ffv0pp
Did you know? The SkyTrain extension from Arbutus Street to UBC is named as a priority project in TransLink’s 10-Year Priorities Plan. The extension of SkyTrain to UBC supports regional prosperity, affordability, and sustainability. Learn more: skytrain.ubc.ca
We are thrilled to be recipients of the $33.8M gift with @UBC to transform MS research and save lives. 💚 theglobeandmail.com/canada/british…Z
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In the next episode of @alumniubc's From Here Forward podcast, meet #UBCO alum bbno$ (aka Alex Gumuchian), a singer and rapper with three billion downloads — and counting. Plus, learn about his origin story in their animated trailer: bit.ly/3EPxYRi
Q&A: Climate change is contributing to real Christmas tree 🎄 shortage.@ubcforestryy professor Dr. Richard Hamelin explains. bit.ly/3uBhjfoPb
How do we support the people of #Iran to gain their freedom while creating a democratic free country? On December 13, join organizers and thought-leaders within the Iranian community to discuss. Support from @menafilmfest, @CCMS_SFU, and @UBCCommEngage. bit.ly/3Ffv0pp
Our Plan in Action is all about building a roadmap to capture the impact & potential of our Student Strategic Plan: studentplan.ubc.ca Thanks for helping make all of this possible, UBC — we’re so excited to share more! ⚡
Philanthropy comes to the rescue of UBC’s MD/PhD program, bringing us the clinician scientists who will solve the greatest health challenges of our time. bit.ly/3Fn9O21
Did you know? At more than 400 hectares, the size of the UBC Vancouver campus is comparable to Downtown Vancouver.
Winter holidays a final opportunity to visit @MOA_UBC before temporary 2023 closure bit.ly/3F8ygTn
Doctoral student Yue Zhang is working with Dr. Jian Liu to research the next generation of rechargeable batteries. bit.ly/3F9vDkj
Happy last day of classes, UBC! 💙 💛 We hope you had a great term and good luck on your exams41
New branch on tree of life includes 'lions of the microbial world' bit.ly/3hcxVqK
UBCO, Lululemon up the game and explore sweat management activewear bit.ly/3UdeMCM
$33.8M gift to transform MS research and save more lives, sooner bit.ly/3uwjNMk
Take part in the 2022 CTLT Winter Institute from December 12-15! UBC colleagues to reflect on the impact of their teaching practices on student learning and experiences. Register now: bit.ly/3H6pSq9
Did you know over 75% of workers have experienced burnout? In this webcast replay, learn about three types of burnout, how to spot the common signs, and what habits you can build that can help you become more resilient: bit.ly/3VcT4zy
UBC Connects at Robson Square invites you to this special end-of-year townhall for diaspora Africans on December 17. This year’s theme for discussion is how Africans in the diaspora can contribute to the development of the continent as a whole. Learn more: bit.ly/3Y07iWH
Did you know? UBC has a Land Use Plan that sets the long-term direction for land use and transportation in the academic and neighbourhood areas of the Vancouver campus. The current plan will be updated through Campus Vision 2050. Learn more: campusvision2050.ubc.ca (link in bio)
Annual State of the Mountains report indicates our mountains aren’t immune from drastic weather systems plaguing the globe. bit.ly/3irihbj
Celebrating 20 years of Indigenous excellence in medicine. bit.ly/3Y1qOSX
For #UBCO alum and self-employed artist Liz Ranney, building a team "who can help you in your weak spots” is key when it comes to starting a small business. Read our Q&A with Liz for more career advice: bit.ly/3Com0wW
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