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Pocket-sized microscope brings science lessons in Africa into focus

By Patty Wellborn on September 27, 2017

The Foldscope—a 50-cent paper microscope about the size of a bookmark—was meant to inspire and change the world.

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Prime Minister Trudeau hosts Town Hall at UBC Okanagan Sept. 6

By Nathan Skolski on September 5, 2017

The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, will host a Town Hall at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus this Wednesday evening at 7 p.m.

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Education professor John-Tyler Binfet poses with Frances. The pair has offered a drop-in animal-assisted therapy program at UBC Okanagan for five years.

Stressed for back to school? Find a furry friend

By Nathan Skolski on August 31, 2017

Just 20 minutes with a dog significantly reduces student stress, according to new UBC Okanagan research.

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More than 1,650 students will receive their degrees at UBC’s Okanagan campus this week.

More than 1,650 students graduate from UBC Okanagan this week

By Nathan Skolski on June 5, 2017

For many, it’s one of the biggest milestones of their lives—graduating from university. At UBC’s Okanagan campus, nearly 1,650 students will reach that milestone this week as the university gears up for six convocation ceremonies.

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UBC study determines classroom kindness declines as students get older

By Jill Dickau on May 30, 2017

Teachers believe they have considerable influence on student kindness in the classroom but according to a new study from UBC’s Okanagan campus, this influence seems to decline as students get older.

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UBC’s annual Think Tank supports a bright future for Osoyoos Secondary School

By Jill Dickau on May 19, 2017

At this time last year, the fate of Osoyoos Secondary School was dire. Due to challenges with declining enrolment, the school was scheduled to close. However, the Rural Education Enhancement Fund provided funding and the school remains open.

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UBC showcases community school science and tech innovations

By Jill Dickau on May 4, 2017

Students from the Vernon Community School earn the opportunity to prototype their innovative design ideas with a UBC engineer in this weekend’s STEM “Show & Shine” Fair.

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UBC Okanagan receives more than $1 million in federal grant funding for social sciences and humanities research

By Patty Wellborn on December 22, 2016

UBC Okanagan has received over $1 million in federal grant funding across multiple disciplines from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). The funding, awarded earlier this year, will support an array of social, cultural, economic, sustainability and arts-based research projects.

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Jan Unwin will speak at UBC Okanagan's campus on August 10.

B.C.’s superintendent of Graduation and Student Transitions talks about transforming education

By Patty Wellborn on August 5, 2016

B.C.’s superintendent of Graduation and Student Transitions talks about transforming education

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Convocation takes place June 9 and 10 at UBC's Okanagan campus.

UBC celebrates graduates and student accomplishment

By Patty Wellborn on June 6, 2016

After a year of celebration at UBC Okanagan, the last hurrah takes place this week as the campus recognizes one of its largest graduating classes—more than 1,600 students will cross the stage to accept their UBC degree.

UBC Okanagan Events

Watersheds, Fish and Stream Habitats; Water Systems in boreal and tropical forests
Source: IKBSAS Unit 7Published on 2017-10-20
Small Steps for Big Changes Launch Featuring Guest Speaker Dr. Hertzel Gerstein
Source: HSDPublished on 2017-10-20
Beating Midterm Blues with IPS
Source: International StudentsPublished on 2017-10-20
Beating Midterm Blues with IPS
Source: International StudentsPublished on 2017-10-20
Inclusive Language Workshop
Source: Personal and Professional DevelopmentPublished on 2017-10-20
Creative Days with Alexandra Dulic
Source: FCCSPublished on 2017-10-21
Microsoft Viso
Source: Personal and Professional DevelopmentPublished on 2017-10-24

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