UBC Community Connections
Building connection and social support at work is a strong protective factor associated with increased trust, job satisfaction and employee wellbeing. Here are some ways for faculty and staff to get involved, develop skills, make connections and foster inclusion and belonging at UBC.
Affinity Spaces and Campus Services (UBCO)
To view and find out more about affinity spaces and campus services at UBC Okanagan please visit the the Equity and Inclusion Connection and Support
Ubuntu Gatherings and Black Faculty Network
Black faculty, staff and students are invited to join regular gatherings to connect and foster community.
To get connected, please email: Paul Akintunde
Queer Faculty and Staff Collective
This collective is open to faculty, staff and post-doctoral fellows who identify as members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
To get connected, please email: Lindee Lemon
Pitstops
Pit Stops are events for faculty and staff that support the United Way. Interested in attending or hosting? Learn more here: https://unitedway.ok.ubc.ca/events/
UBC Emeritus College
A membership-based academic unit that supports enriching the retirement pathways of UBC faculty, librarians and program directors through social connections and intellectual pursuits.
Gardening Club
The UBCO Gardening Club is an opportunity to learn about gardening from UBCO and community experts, to participate in hands-on gardening opportunities, and to socialize with fellow gardening enthusiasts.
Workplace Wellbeing Ambassador Program:
The WWA program aims to empower faculty and staff to support and promote wellbeing activities within UBC departments.
Centre for Teaching and Learning
Discover events and programs that support the teaching and learning community at UBC Okanagan
Workplace Learning and Engagement
Discover professional and leadership programs designed to support aspiring faculty, staff, administrative managers, and academic leaders at UBC.
The Exchange
UBC Okanagan’s faculty and staff newsletter for campus news, updates, opportunities and events. Subscription is automatic. Learn more…
Benefits FYI
A quarterly benefits newsletter for faculty and staff enrolled in one or more of the. Learn more…
Healthy UBC
A monthly newsletter for faculty and staff interested in health and wellbeing at UBC. Click here to subscribe.
The Leader’s Edge:
Leadership, learning and development resources and insights for UBC leaders, managers and supervisors. Click here to subscribe.
The Learning Link
Learning and development opportunities relevant for your professional and personal growth at UBC. Click here to subscribe.
Equity and Inclusion Office newsletter
Be in the know on equity, diversity, and inclusion activities at UBC. Click here to subscribe.
Find resources for faculty and staff to promote movement.
Find information about sustainable transportation and campus accessibility.
Get involved with the Sustainability Office through campus tours, volunteering opportunities, and more.