Ubc Okanagan 2021

UBCO researcher develops mask coating to prevent spread of COVID virus
A researcher at the University of British Columbia Okanagan is receiving accolades for a breakthrough…

University student forced to live in Kamloops nuisance hotel due to housing crunch
A Thompson Rivers University student says it has been “mentally and physically exhausting” trying to…

COVID-19 creating challenges for UBC Okanagan’s medical program
With the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants and non-profits aren’t the only places experiencing a shortage of…

UBC Okanagan student charged with voyeurism
A UBC Okanagan student has been charged with voyeurism following an incident that allegedly took…

Kelowna professor’s research on hummingbirds hits National Geographic
A Kelowna wildlife researcher who grew up reading National Geographic is happy his research has…

UBCO Asian heritage month events go virtual
UBC Okanagan and its community partners are marking Asian Heritage month with virtual events. Throughout…
Dr. Bonnie Henry, Greta Thunberg to receive honorary degrees from UBC
Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry and climate activist Greta Thunberg are receiving honorary degrees…

B.C. Interior researchers working to understand harmful effects of COVID-19 pandemic
Researchers at universities in B.C. have received $150,000 from the Ministry of Health to work…