Irving K. Barber School of
ARTS & SCIENCES
OKANAGAN CAMPUS • KELOWNA
KELOWNA
VANCOUVER
MONTREAL
TORONTO
BOLD THINKING The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the 40 best universities in the world. With campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna, UBC’s entrepreneurial perspective encourages students, staff and faculty to challenge convention, lead discovery and explore new ways of learning. At UBC, bold thinking is given a place to develop into ideas that can change the world.
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TRANSFORMATIVE DIVERSE CONNECTED
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UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
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UBC’s Okanagan campus is a young and distinctive learning community earning international recognition for excellence in research and teaching. Our campus is a model for new ways of thinking about interdisciplinary and innovative programs. We provide students with a university experience that is transformative, challenging, and competitive, and we are committed to scholarship that drives economic, social, and cultural change.
PROGRAM OPTIONS
NDERGRADUATE 60 UPROGRAMS
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2015 ENGAGEMENT
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STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN UBC CAREER WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
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STUDENTS WORKED ON COMMUNITY SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTS WITH 36+ ORGANIZATIONS
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A CENTRE OF RESEARCH INNOVATION A collaborative, entrepreneurial spirit underpins UBC Okanagan research, with an emphasis on direct student involvement to advance discoveries in fields of importance globally and locally.
The Survive and Thrive Applied Research (STAR) initiative exemplifies this spirit of innovation with cutting-edge projects, including control software for unmanned aerial vehicles. STAR creates a bridge between UBC Okanagan and industry, specializing in technologies for human protection and performance in extreme, remote, or rural conditions.
UBC OKANAGAN RESEARCH FUNDING 2015
$14.7M
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714 PROJECTS
427% INCREASE IN TRI COUNCIL FUNDING
$1.1M 2005-06
$5.9M 2015-16
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FACULTIES AND SCHOOLS
Faculty of Applied Science, School of Engineering F aculty of Creative and Critical Studies I rving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences Faculty of Education Faculty of Health and Social Development Faculty of Management Faculty of Medicine, Southern Medical Program College of Graduate Studies CENTRES 15 RESEARCH AND INSTITUTES
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A PORTAL FOR GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT UBC’s Okanagan campus delivers enriched educational experiences abroad through research, study exchange, and learning connections around the globe. International experience opportunities abound: 16 per cent of UBC Okanagan graduating students reported participating in an international learning experience in 2015-16. UBC students have access to exchange placements with more than 150 partner institutions, plus many more overseas opportunities through faculty-led programs, research placements, and internships. With a vast network of partners and collaborators worldwide, the impact of our research and learning is transformative and far-reaching.
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OUR STUDENTS COME FROM AROUND THE WORLD AND ACROSS THE REGION
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OTHER CANADIAN
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STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF FROM 92 COUNTRIES
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ENRICHED LEARNING IN ARTS AND SCIENCES The Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences is the largest faculty at UBC’s Okanagan campus, offering more than 30 undergraduate programs (BA, BSc, BMS) and eight graduate programs (MA, MSc, PhD) across the humanities, natural sciences and social sciences. The Barber School’s diverse offerings provide many paths to an enriched learning experience. Cross-discipline learning allows students to make connections with other areas of study. Intercultural experiences encourage broad perspectives. Programs supporting innovative teaching methods and experiential learning equip students with creativity and critical-thinking skills necessary to confront societal challenges. Students emerge better prepared to be global citizens, enabled with the experience and resourcefulness that give them a competitive advantage in the workplace and graduate school.
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Knowledge potential extends far beyond the classroom. Cutting-edge, world-class research is resulting in discoveries that point the way forward. Compelling speakers with unique perspectives are contributing ideas that support a civil and sustainable society. The Barber School’s commitment to learning is shaping our communities and our world.
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ARRAY OF OPTIONS UNDERGR ADUATE PROGR AMS As part of our close-knit learning environment, undergraduates have access to experiential learning opportunities that are designed to enrich their learning experience. Undergraduates can take part in the Co-op employment program, perform self-directed research through the Undergraduate Research Awards program, participate in the NSERC Undergraduate Research Awards program, work as Teaching Assistants, or explore the world through the International Education Travel Subsidy program or study abroad opportunities. Undergraduate students engaged in research are also invited to participate in the Annual Undergraduate Research Conference.
OUR STUDENTS
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UNDERGRADUATE
200 GRADUATE 162 FULL-TIME FACULTY
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Undergraduate programs are offered in the following areas of study: • Anthropology • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology • Biology • Chemistry • Computer Science • Data Science • Earth and Environmental Sciences • Ecology and Evolutionary Biology • Economics • Environmental Chemistry • Freshwater Science • Gender and Women’s Studies • General Science – Bachelor of Science • General Studies – Bachelor of Arts • Geography
• History • Indigenous Studies • International Relations • Latin American Studies • Mathematical Sciences • Mathematics • Media Studies • Microbiology • Philosophy • Philosophy, Politics and Economics • Physics • Political Science • Psychology • Sociology • Zoology
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GRADUATE PROGRAMS Graduate students in the Barber School can choose from nine different programs, including Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies, which allows students to complete a themed or individualized program. Faculty members are accessible, and graduate students are integral parts of collaborative research teams. Graduate Programs are offered in the following areas of study: • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology • Biology • Chemistry • Computer Science • Earth and Environmental Sciences • Interdisciplinary Graduate Studies: - Indigenous Studies - Latin American and Iberian Studies - Optimization - Urban Studies • Mathematics • Medical Physics • Psychology: - Clinical Psychology - Psychological Science
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ADDRESSING COMPLEX ISSUES Research is a learning activity that enlarges our understanding of the world and addresses the many challenges facing society. Barber School faculty are committed to conducting outstanding research that serves the people of British Columbia, Canada, and the world. Faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, undergraduate students, and the community can choose to get involved with a variety of research projects and collaborations. Research opportunities are available across the humanities, natural sciences and social sciences. Centres and institutes offer multidisciplinary environments for research collaboration.
CENTRES AND INSTITUTES Multidisciplinary research is essential to understanding interconnected and complex issues. Our researchers, including students, form interdisciplinary teams to pursue answers. • Centre for the Advancement of Psychological Science and the Law • Centre for Environmental Assessment Research • Centre for Optimization, Convex Analysis and Nonsmooth Analysis • Centre for the Study of Services to Children and Families • Institute for Community Engaged Research • Okanagan Institute for Biodiversity, Resilience, and Ecosystem Services
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DISCOVERING KNOWLEDGE Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) and Endowed Chairs help to attract and retain some of the world’s most accomplished minds focused on research excellence. These chair holders aim to discover and develop knowledge as they train the next generation of skilled researchers.
CANADA RESEARCH CHAIRS OKANAGAN INDIGENOUS PHILOSOPHY
Jeannette Armstrong, CRC
ENDOWED AND INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH CHAIRS BIOECONOMY SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT
Nathan Pelletier, Egg Industry Chair in Sustainability WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
Xiaohua (Adam) Wei, FORREX Research Chair David F. Scott, FORREX Research Chair WATER RESOURCES AND ECOSYSTEM SUSTAINABILITY
John Janmaat, LEEF BC Regional Innovation Chair
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MATH + COMPSCI = SELF-DISCOVERY International student Zifang Jiang finds life lessons in the classroom Zifang Jiang chose UBC’s Okanagan campus as an opportunity to experience something new. Jiang initially planned to major in mathematics, but a computer science course challenged her to step out of her comfort zone. “I was terrified about computer science, and was afraid I wouldn’t pass,” says Jiang, who won the prestigious Joseph Yu Global Leadership Award, which recognizes an outstanding female student from Asia entering her first year of a UBC undergraduate degree. Through hard work and seeking help when needed, Jiang developed a deep interest in her unexpected discipline. “Computer science started to become so fascinating to me. I was able to apply it to almost every thing. It taught me to do things consistently, even day-to-day activities. I see the world so differently now.” In addition to a newfound interest in computer science, Jiang also discovered a new appreciation for language. She credits elective courses taught by English lecturer Shirley McDonald for improving her English writing, reading and speaking skills. “Professor McDonald has made a real difference. Through her lectures on topics such as values, racism, and prejudice, I have learned that English is just a tool. The most important thing that you exchange is the content.” While Jiang admits the transition to Canada was somewhat nerve-racking, she praises new-to-UBC orientation programs for giving her a chance to prepare for the classroom, meet people, and make friends. Now an upper-level undergraduate student, Jiang is giving back, volunteering as an orientation leader to welcome the next cohort of international students to UBC Okanagan.
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Zifang Jiang Undergraduate Student Computer Science and Mathematics
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Wyatt Slattery Graduate Student Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
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PASSION FOR PEOPLE Research opportunities open doors and create purpose for Wyatt Slattery Neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, affect tens of millions of people worldwide. As a biochemistry and molecular biology master’s student, Wyatt Slattery is using designer chemical probes to help investigate the process of nerve-cell degeneration that contributes to these debilitating diseases. “Professor Fred Menard’s approach is fascinating,” says Slattery, who works with fellow students and researchers in the Menard Lab at UBC’s Okanagan campus. “He uses a different route to solve problems, like applying chemistry to solve biology questions. With Dr. Menard, I’m learning to use intuition and knowledge of chemical processes to help answer questions about human health.” Slattery also completed his undergraduate studies at UBC’s Okanagan campus. Research opportunities through the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences were and continue to be the fabric of his academic experience. “Through the Undergraduate Research Award and the Honours program, I became interested in learning about neurodegenerative diseases and inflammatory processes,” says Slattery. “Getting involved in a research project after second-year is unheard of at most universities.” Slattery says UBC allowed him to discover and hone his passion to help people, and he appreciates he can do it all from a world-class research university in his hometown of Kelowna, B.C.
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CHANGE AGENT Student takes on new journey at UBC Walaa Moursi really loves numbers. So much so, that she travelled almost 10,000 kilometers from Mansoura, Egypt to pursue a PhD in optimization at UBC’s Okanagan campus. “Language can be a barrier, but the language of mathematics is universal. Numbers can bring people together to exchange ideas and to find smart solutions.” After completing a Master’s in Algebra from Mansoura University, Moursi looked for doctoral programs that balanced pure mathematics with real-world applications. When she learned about UBC’s optimization specialization, she knew it was a perfect fit. Her decision to uproot her life wasn’t an easy one. While the PhD program was the right move for her academic career, Moursi also had a young daughter and husband to consider. She was torn between her education and family. But then Moursi received an email from UBC Professor Heinz Bauschke, connecting her with fellow students who helped Moursi secure housing and daycare services in Kelowna. Those personal connections solidified her decision. Moursi has found opportunities to conduct high-level research at the Okanagan campus under the direction of Bauschke and co-supervisor Warren Hare. She also works as a teaching assistant and a sessional instructor, feeding her love of teaching. “I am grateful for their mentorship and I am appreciative of everything they have done for me,” she says. “The energy here is positive and it gives me the passion and drive to give back. The lessons learned at UBC will continue to inspire my mathematical reasoning and research.”
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Walaa Moursi PhD Student Mathematics
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Karleen Delaurier-Lyle Undergraduate Student Indigenous Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies
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FINDING HER PATH Proud Anishinaabe and articulate feminist sets sights on a career in library services University students are not all alike—some begin undergraduate studies with an academic plan carved in stone, while others come with an empty slate to be marked. Karleen Delaurier-Lyle was the latter. The wide-eyed teenager loved starting university, but had no idea where it might lead. “I remember feeling like there was so much I didn’t know,” she says. “People would ask me what I was majoring in and I’d have to admit I had no idea what a major or minor was.” Delaurier-Lyle found herself drawn to Indigenous Studies and Gender and Women’s Studies, programs where she could explore and learn what it meant to be an Anishinaabe woman and a feminist. The two complementary disciplines helped her see the world and her place in it. “I started to learn the difference between surface learning and really absorbing something and having it become part of me.” Delaurier-Lyle hopes to continue her studies in a Library and Information Studies master’s program. She eventually would like to work in indigenous communities where the library is a social hub and keeper of essential archival information. “I’m so interested in how a library can help the indigenous community and communities in general. It’s an interesting space to figure out what the community needs.”
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SEARCHING FOR SOLUTIONS An academic career inspired by personal experience with inflammatory bowel disease When Mehrbod Estaki was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, he took it upon himself to learn about the disease. Invested and interested, he started researching, looking for literature and examining studies. He soon realized there was a gap in research between exercise and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). While exercise helps adults lose or maintain a healthy weight and helps strengthens the body’s immune system, does physical activity affect people with inflammatory bowel disease? This missing connection inspired Estaki to pursue a PhD with hopes of bridging this information gap. Estaki discovered UBC researcher Deanna Gibson, whose lab investigates microbiome and inflammatory diseases at the Okanagan campus. “Professor Gibson was skeptical, but the unknowns presented us with an opportunity to take a chance and explore,” says Estaki. “Our preliminary data showed us that there was in fact a link between activity and intestinal health. It was encouraging and set the focus of our research: determining if exercise training or habitual physical activity can protect you from instances of IBD or the severity of the disease once it develops.” For Estaki, the excitement continues to grow. “I wake up every morning with a smile on my face, knowing that what I do is not only important for me, but for the millions of people worldwide that suffer from digestive disorders. I’m grateful to conduct research that is a significant piece of the overall human health puzzle.”
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Mehrbod Estaki PhD Student Biology
Lesley Lutes Associate Professor Psychology
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SMALL CHANGES, BIG RESULTS Psychologist promotes healthy eating One in four adult Canadians and one in 10 children have clinical obesity, meaning six million Canadians living with obesity may require immediate support in managing and controlling their weight. Lesley Lutes is encouraging Canadians to take small steps toward healthy eating by making changes one meal or one choice at a time. According to Lutes’ research, a small-change approach to weight loss and knowing the patterns, reasons and times you eat (or don’t eat) are more important to long-term success than following a prescribed diet that teaches you nothing about your triggers or eating habits. “The QQF (Quantity, Quality, and Frequency) model is a powerful concept for a lot of patients,” says Lutes, Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology. Instead of looking at something as a yes or no food, Lutes is shifting patient decision-making to informed choices. “If you have French fries five times a week, you most likely will not lose weight that week. However, if you have them once a week or start moving from large to small fries each time, you can still eat them and lose weight.” Lutes launched an on-campus healthy weight service for faculty, staff and community participants. Patients receive individual treatment, plus attend a 10-week cognitive-behavioural group therapy program for weight loss. Her goal is to provide affordable, evidence-based weight management treatment to the community. Equally important to Lutes is mentoring and training doctoral students to become the best clinical psychologists they can be. “That is what is so special about the clinical psychology program at UBC Okanagan—it achieves both goals at the same time.”
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EXPERIMENTAL LEARNING Media Studies develops creative, culturally informed and socially engaged students UBC was a pioneer in teaching across disciplines, and today the university has more integrated first-year programs than any other Canadian university. The new Bachelor of Media Studies program at UBC Okanagan—jointly offered by the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies and the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences—gives students the opportunity to combine artistic, technical and analytical skills to understand new media and the impact of technology in society. “This multidisciplinary degree will train students to be leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship,” says computer science and visual arts instructor Miles Thorogood. “Students who have a keen interest in technology-based sciences and are open to critical thinking will develop skills for designing solutions to creative problems.” Through lab work and practical work experience, Media Studies blends practice, theory and research methodology, preparing students to navigate the emerging knowledge economy as specialists in the digital arts and digital industries. Beyond classroom collaboration, Thorogood says students will connect with the community. “We’re partnering with technology companies and local businesses such as Disney Interactive, Bardel Entertainment, Kelowna Heritage Museum, and Accelerate Okanagan to give our students real-world and hands-on experience through co-op.” Thorogood is enthusiastic about what’s to come. “I’m excited about it all: meeting the students, building new relationships with the business community, and connecting with organizations in Kelowna to integrate UBC and our students into a technology-driven future.”
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Miles Thorogood Instructor Media Studies
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Lael Parrott Professor Earth and Environmental Sciences and Biology
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TOWARDS CONSERVATION Lael Parrott is an expert at striking balance Lael Parrott grew up in Vancouver with beautiful, wild landscapes all around. Watching these areas challenged, or even disappear, motivated Parrott to devote her career to conservation. “I decided I wanted to contribute to improving our quality of life, while at the same time, reducing our environmental impact.” Parrott embarked on a path of studying agricultural engineering, then went on to specialize in ecological engineering. Today, she develops new quantitative tools and computational models that account for the complexity of real ecosystems and landscapes. These models are used to inform environmental management and conservation practices. Called complex systems management, this approach involves input from many areas of research, including geography, ecology, engineering, biology, and economics. “By working together our whole is greater than the sum of the parts,” says Parrott. The Okanagan Valley is a perfect place for Parrott to put theory and research into practice. “We have a unique opportunity in the Okanagan because our landscape is not dominated by human infrastructure like cities such as Toronto and Vancouver. We have the opportunity to develop differently, and maybe set an example for other places.” Parrott’s work relies on input from her UBC students and colleagues, especially those working in the Okanagan Institute for Biodiversity, Resilience, and Ecosystem Services, where she serves as director. “I’m always looking at the social and environmental aspects of a problem, and the small size of our campus facilitates interdisciplinary work. At UBC’s Okanagan campus, I can easily access the people who complement my expertise.”
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CANCER COMBATANT Physicist improves outcomes for patients When Andrew Jirasek chose physics as an undergraduate student, he just wanted to know more about the fundamentals of nature. But as he furthered his studies, Jirasek gave purpose to his curiosity, focusing on medical physics and projects with real-world applications in healthcare. Now, as chair of UBC Okanagan’s new Medical Physics graduate program, Jirasek collaborates with researchers in engineering, biology, chemistry and the BC Cancer Agency to improve outcomes for cancer patients. “As radiation is such a significant part of cancer therapy, it’s important to make is as effective as possible,” says Jirasek, noting half of all cancer patients receive radiation treatment, either alone or with other treatments. “Advances in delivery technology have enabled radiation beams to be rotated and adjusted to target the tumour and spare the healthy tissue, which will reduce side effects.” But Jirasek and his colleagues are taking therapy improvement a step further, incorporating individualized patient biology into the treatment process. Using a specialized optical technique called Raman spectroscopy, they examine the unique cellular changes that occur in different individuals following radiation. Graduate students in the medical physics program are an important part of the team, and have the opportunity to work on world-class projects in radiation oncology and medical physics. Jirasek says cancer is an incredibly difficult problem to solve, and it has to be addressed collaboratively to understand how patients are different, from the cell up.
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Andrew Jirasek Associate Professor Physics
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Jeff Andrews Assistant Professor Statistics
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DATA SCIENCE: A TOOL FOR ALL FIELDS Jeff Andrews helps students solve problems using statistics and computer science For UBC statistician Jeff Andrews, data science isn’t just about numbers, computers and programming. It’s an all-encompassing language that can translate knowledge in almost every field of study and professional practice. “We can harness data science techniques to better predict future outcomes for medical procedures, political and environmental policies, stock market fluctuations—really anything that we can quantify and analyze.” In data science classes, Andrews leads students through methods to quantify all sorts of information, everything from text documents and images, to chemical properties, physical properties or consumer preferences. Students gain computer-programming skills and achieve insight into modern statistical methods. “Data science exposes students with interests outside of the core quantitative sciences to methods that they will find useful in their main field of study,” he says. “I think students will be surprised by the breadth of computational techniques at their disposal. We guide students to use these tools properly in order to draw useful conclusions and make accurate predictions.” While data science may be ‘trending’, Andrews says it isn’t fad. “Buzzwords like ‘big data’ fade over time, but the problems that give rise to buzzwords remain. Even when we overcome the biggest challenges of the field, new forms of data will crop up, with a whole new set of problems. We have no shortage of issues to address or data to analyze. For data scientists, the sign will still read ‘Help Wanted’ for the foreseeable future.”
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CLOSE-KNIT CAMPUS At UBC’s Okanagan campus, students join a close-knit learning community where open dialogue reaches across disciplines and departments, cultivating bold new ways of thinking.
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CAMPUS CULTURE
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STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO
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UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES WITH FEWER THAN 30 STUDENTS
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A PLACE FOR EVERYONE From nature trails and coffee spots to comfortable student collegia, UBC’s Okanagan campus continues to add spaces that support well-being. The workout and studio space in the Hangar Fitness Centre complement athletic courts, fitness stations, and the Nonis artificial turf sports field. Such vibrant environments in our UBC community are places to learn, work, and play.
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1,561 SQ.M. GYMNASIUM ATHLETICS 12 VARSITY TEAMS TO 100 STEPS NATURE TRAILS
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690 SEATS 15 STUDY ROOMS 120 COMPUTER WORKSTATIONS
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Nishat Tasnim MSc student, Biology
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CONNECTING THE WORLD UBC master’s student Nishat Tasnim is an International Leader of Tomorrow A cross-pollination of disciplines and knowledge is a pattern of Nishat Tasnim’s world experience. “I am passionate about connection,” she says. “I am interested in research projects and academic discourses that connect dots.” Born and raised in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Tasnim was a child of many firsts: first child to leave home, first in her family to travel to Canada, and first to attend university. She dreamed of studying in Canada; UBC’s International Leader of Tomorrow award made it a reality. “I was drawn to the idea of this learning community, and eager to find my home there as a member,” she says. “On campus, I met other international students experiencing the same enthusiasm.” Programs such as Campus Life, Community Service Learning, International Programs & Services, RezLife, and more became Tasnim’s community. “The broad range of opportunities I have had to deepen my experiences as a student have also shaped my interests and helped me develop leadership and research skills.” Now a master’s student in biology, Tasnim is grounded in the processes of transformation and self-actualization. “I feel empowered and supported as I continue to ask questions and learn about my place in the world,” she says. “I am proud to represent UBC Okanagan in that quest.”
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ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
GATEWAY TO THE OKANAGAN
Situated between Kelowna’s lively city centre and the stunning mountains and lakes of the Okanagan Valley, UBC’s Okanagan campus plays an impactful role in the region. Through community support and living lab partnerships, UBC enriches the Valley’s social and cultural vibrancy and enhances its long-term economic sustainability, creating research and learning results that can be translated to the world.
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DRY 25°c WARM, SUMMERS CALM -1° c COOL, WINTERS
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