Upcoming Sessions – Workplace Experience Survey Results: Okanagan Campus Discussion
Many have expressed interest in learning more about the Workplace Experience Survey (WES) results specific to the Okanagan campus, and how these results will inform action planning. To support this, we are hosting two one-hour sessions — one virtual and one in-person. Session Details Virtual Session – Tuesday, October 7, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM […]
Apply to be a Workplace Wellbeing Ambassador by August 15
If you are passionate about embedding wellbeing into your workplace, consider joining the UBC Okanagan Workplace Wellbeing Ambassador (WWA) program! Collaborate with Workplace Health and Wellbeing, and network with other WWAs to share resources, leverage funding opportunities, and help foster a culture of wellbeing in your workplace. Learn More and Apply
2025 Length of Service Award Recipients to Be Honored
The Length of Service Awards is a long-standing UBC tradition, celebrating the dedication and commitment of our exceptional staff and faculty. The program celebrates service milestones in five-year increments, honoring individuals with 15 to 50 years of dedication. We’ve begun the process of confirming this year’s honorees, based on several factors, including uninterrupted service of […]
Celebrate the Start of a New Academic Year at the 2025 Faculty and Staff Welcome Back BBQ Info Fair — in UBCO’s 20th Year!
This year marks UBC Okanagan’s 20th anniversary. Join us at the Faculty & Staff Welcome Back BBQ Info Fair as we begin the academic year on Tuesday, August 26, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. This event is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your department, faculty, or association and to highlight the contributions that make […]
2025 Principal’s Staff Awards: Call for nominations
Celebrating 20 Years of UBC Okanagan – Honoring Outstanding Staff Achievements As we mark 20 years of UBC Okanagan, we have a unique opportunity to recognize the incredible staff whose passion, innovation, and dedication have helped shape our campus community. It’s time once again to shine a spotlight on those contributions through the Principal’s Staff […]
UBC recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers in 2025
UBC is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers in 2025 for the 18th year. This special designation recognizes employers in British Columbia that lead as exceptional places to work and offer employees the most progressive and forward-thinking programs and resources. Being named one of BC’s Top Employers is a great honour […]
Announcing the recipients of the 2024 President’s Awards for Staff
Congratulations to the 24 staff recipients of the 2024 President’s Service Awards for Excellence and the President’s Staff Awards. These awards are presented annually by the university to recognize staff members who demonstrate outstanding achievement and excellence within the UBC community. Read about the staff who are making UBC a great place to teach, learn […]
Thrive grants now available. Apply by Oct. 7.
Faculty, staff and students are invited to apply for a $300 Thrive Grant to help host events during Thrive in November that promote mental health, such as: Promoting mental health literacy (e.g. educational seminar or workshop) Provide opportunities for social connection Foster a supportive and inclusive community Build skills to support positive mental health and […]
2024 Staff Awards of Excellence Announced at the Fall Town Hall
Congratulations to the following honourees who are being recognized for their unwavering commitment and dedication across four award categories: Enhancing the UBC Experience Christina Chin, Social and Digital Content Strategist, from the Associate Vice-President Students portfolio Christina has grown the @ubcostudents Instagram account from 2,800 to over 10,500 followers, engaging 13,500 accounts monthly and generating […]
2024 Length of Service Award Recipients to Be Honored
The Length of Service Awards is a long-standing tradition at UBC, celebrating the dedication and commitment of our exceptional staff and faculty. This program acknowledges service milestones of 15+ years in 5-year increments. We determine the years of service for qualifying staff and faculty based on several factors, including uninterrupted service for more than one […]