Who is minding the children? We all should be, according to Social Work researcher and professor Judy Gillespie
CANADIAN CHILDREN ARE PROTECTED by their parents, the community that surrounds […]
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Explore UBC Okanagan’s research on mental health resiliency
Every fall UBC’s Okanagan campus hosts Thrive, a weeklong series of events for the university community focused on building positive mental health for everyone.
A winding but fulfilling road
THERE ARE TIMES when a chance encounter happens exactly at […]
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Striving to meet the demands of a changing society
JOHN GRAHAM CARES. Caring is his driver. It has guided […]
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More than 1,650 students graduate from UBC Okanagan this week
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.
11 recognized for more than 25 years of dedicated service
From the Toronto Blue Jays winning their first World Series, to Dr. Roberta Bondar became the first Canadian woman in space, to the world first SMS/text message — 1992 was a year of firsts.
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Panel discussion: Is gratitude a pathway to happiness?
Ever wonder if gratitude can enhance feelings of well-being? Can gratitude interventions enhance work or community situations? What are the barriers to sustaining a state of gratitude?
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Risky business: Seniors don’t acknowledge post-hospitalization vulnerability
Everyone lies, including seniors.
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UBC celebrates graduates and student accomplishment
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.
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Health policies not culturally inclusive, UBC research finds
Aboriginal people feel isolated in many parts of Canada’s health care system, UBC research has found.
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