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UBC’s new Indigenized academic regalia represents partnership with host Nations
The University of British Columbia has released newly designed academic regalia designed by a B.C.…
Vernon writer who pioneered creative writing classes in Interior giving lecture this week
A Vernon writer and teacher who was fundamental in establishing the creative writing community in…
How this UBC Okanagan grad is turning the pandemic into something positive
Trina Kushnerik was stuck in quarantine after returning from abroad early this spring when she…
Donation gives UBCO students scholarships, funding
UBC Okanagan students are getting a funding boost with $1.9 million in scholarships, research and…
Dr. Bonnie Henry’s popular sign-language interpreter teaching UBC classes this fall
You can learn how to be a sign-language interpreter this fall by studying with Dr.…
Cannabis removed from competition testing for some UBCO, TRU athletes
Some university student-athletes will no longer be penalized for smoking weed prior to competitions. The…
UBCO researchers working to improve device that eliminates COVID-19 carrying airborne droplets
UBC Okanagan researchers and a Kelowna healthcare company are working to make improvements to a…
New web portal invites stories about racism and discrimination in Kelowna
It’s not good enough to stay silent in the face of racism. That’s the gist…
Fires, flooding, droughts: New research studies Okanagan collectively
The Okanagan natural assets are a draw for its residents but how they are being…
B.C. residents can now access free mental health services by phone
Any B.C. resident who is suffering from stress, anxiety or mental health issues due to…
UBCO suspends classes, activities involving 250 people or more while TRU works on plan
While students at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops and the University of B.C., including the…
Why TRU, UBCO students are flooding B.C. Premier with hundreds of Valentines
B.C. Premier John Horgan might be flattered with the number of Valentine's he receives today,…
UBCO profs set to do battle in upcoming Life Raft Debate
The stakes have risen as professors at the UBC Okanagan strive to prove they are…
Wondering what to drink this holiday season? This UBCO expert can help
Wondering how to imbibe without blowing your diet this holiday season? UBC Okanagan diet and…
UBCO students bringing life-saving retrofits to donation bins
Clothing donation bins should start moving back to Canadian streets now that UBC Okanagan engineering…
Thinking outside council chambers: Kelowna to hold council meeting at UBCO
KELOWNA – Kelowna city councillors plan to exit their comfort zone in November and hold…
UBCO researchers dive into the science of wine
KELOWNA – Understanding the nuances of a great pinot noir isn't just about swishing, swirling…
iNwine: Kelowna Brewing Company opens its doors, only a 10 minute walk from UBCO
KELOWNA – Craft beer, Okanagan views, a patio, pool table, foosball and a full menu.…
$43 billion could be needed for climate change fight, UBCO report shows
OKANAGAN – A recent study spearheaded by a UBC Okanagan professor said the fight against…
The Summer Indigenous Art Intensive at UBC Okanagan this July
KELOWNA – The Summer Indigenous Art Intensive is coming to UBC Okanagan in July, hosted…
Free counselling available permanently at UBCO
KELOWNA – A barrier-free wellness clinic, accessible without an appointment to anyone who needs help.…
UBCO researcher says ecstasy ‘promising’ for PTSD treatment
KELOWNA – UBC Okanagan researchers took part in an international study which shows that the…
UBCO program for aboriginal students means no one is turned away
KELOWNA – While aboriginal students may struggle to get their high school diplomas, failing to…
UBCO expects 18,000 students on campus by 2040
KELOWNA – There could be 20,000 people at UBCO by 2040, including 18,000 students. That’s…