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Since #MeToo became a viral hashtag, Tarana Burke has emerged as a global leader in the evolving conversation around sexual violence and the need for survivor-centred solutions.

UBC Okanagan hosts ‘me too.’ movement founder Tarana Burke

By Nathan Skolski on March 1, 2019

As the founder of the global ‘me too’ movement, Tarana Burke has inspired many to raise awareness about sexual harassment, abuse and assault in society. She will visit Kelowna on Wednesday, March 6 as a guest speaker of the 2019 UBC Connects speaker series presented by UBC President Santa J. Ono.

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Nicholas Thompson, editor-in-chief of Wired magazine

UBC brings Wired editor Nicholas Thompson to Kelowna

By Patty Wellborn on January 31, 2019

Almost daily, there is news of advances in science and technology and how these changes will impact our lives. How secure is our data? How much will artificial intelligence influence our everyday lives or our work as we know it? Keeping on top of these improvements may seem impossible, but Nicholas Thompson—the editor-in-chief of Wired—has his finger on the pulse.

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Princeton residents focus on mental health

Princeton residents focus on mental health

By Patty Wellborn on January 28, 2019

Mental health is a major health issue in Canada. Adults 50 and over continue to experience an increase in mental health concerns, especially in rural areas, and there is little information about their experiences.

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Participants at last year’s Art on the Line browse the large selection of art work before the auction begins.

UBC hosts gala evening of fun, art and entertainment

By Patty Wellborn on January 18, 2019

It’s an event that’s been on display for 17 years now.

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UBC Okanagan hosts conversation on complexity of migration

UBC Okanagan hosts conversation on complexity of migration

By Patty Wellborn on January 17, 2019

In our increasingly interconnected world, people around the globe choose to move for many different reasons. Some do so in order to escape poverty, war or persecutions. Others seek new opportunities through jobs, study, family reunion or improve their quality of life. 

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Actors Bertrand Lesca and Nasi Voutsas act out a scene during Palmyra, their play about the destruction of historical sites in Syria. Palmyra runs February 1 and 2 at the Rotary Centre for the Arts.

Living Things International Arts Festival returns to Kelowna

By Patty Wellborn on January 7, 2019

Get set for a month of visual art, live theatre and music as the Living Things International Arts Festival takes the stage.

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UBC professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners

UBC professors explain the brilliance behind this year’s Nobel Prize winners

By Patty Wellborn on November 29, 2018

On December 10, thousands of miles away from the Okanagan, world leaders will gather in both Stockholm and Oslo to watch the 2018 Nobel Prizes be officially awarded.

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Everything that grows in the Okanagan will be impacted by climate change, population growth, consumption, production and changes in land use. Learn more at the Okanagan Research Forum on December 3.

Exploring food systems in the Okanagan

By Nathan Skolski on November 26, 2018

The Okanagan Research Forum invites the community to listen to experts and take part in an open discussion about the future of food production in the Okanagan.

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Engineering Instructor Ray Taheri and his students explain the value of the computer aided design and manufacturing competition.

Engineering One Design Competition Showcase to feature life-saving projects

By Nathan Skolski on November 20, 2018

First-year engineering students at UBC Okanagan have been tasked with solving a pressing need that may save lives.

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UBC hosts global-change expert Corey Bradshaw

UBC hosts global-change expert Corey Bradshaw

By Nathan Skolski on November 16, 2018

Conservational ecologist Corey Bradshaw, professor at Flinders University, comes from an eclectic background. Growing up as the son of a trapper in Canada, he had the opportunity to form a unique view of the environment. From his childhood experiences, he learned that without intact environmental functions, precious resources quickly degrade or disappear.

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