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SCARP wraps up its Vancouver Summer Program and says farewell to our visiting planning keeners
SCARP has now wrapped up its Vancouver Summer Program for 2024, and we're delighted to have made these new connections from around the world. Learn more about what visiting students can experience when visiting UBC SCARP.
July 18, 2024
Academics and Student Development
Grad students can sign up to mentor undergrads at the Research EXperience (REX) program
This AMS-constituted UBC Undergrad Research Opportunities club is looking for grad students and post-doctoral fellows who can commit to act as a mentor. This is an opportunity to gain mentorship, leadership, and management skills. Apply by Aug. 5.
July 18, 2024
Spotlight
SCARP students create sustainable-transport startup project
This year, students in PLAN 341 produced a bold solution to the traffic congestion and its effects in cities like Vancouver, and not only could it change the future of urban transit, but they may have already proved it could work.
July 16, 2024
In the world of planning
UBC Forestry's Dr. Melissa McHale on urban heat islands and Kelowna
In 2023, the City of Kelowna completed a Climate Vulnerability and Risk Assessment study to understand community adaptation challenges. With Kelowna as an example, Dr. Melissa McHale addresses the phenomenon and possible solutions.
July 15, 2024
In the world of planning
UBC SALA research on use of trees to create safer community spaces
Susan Herrington, a professor at UBC and landscape architect, offers solutions to protect children from scorching sun and intense heat during outdoor play, from findings collected from her and four UBC SALA students.
July 15, 2024
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UBC GradUpdate Newsletter
For UBC's grad students, offering updates on academic support, career exploration, community/network building, health/wellness, professional effectiveness, research skills, teaching development, writing/communication, and more.
July 15, 2024
Academics and Student Development
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships announced
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships competition is open, which is valued at $50,000 per year for up to three years. The deadline to apply is August 29, 2024 at 12:00pm PT.
July 8, 2024
Announcements and updates
Introducing SCARP Associate Professor Theo Lim
SCARP is pleased to welcome in to the School Associate Professor Theodore Lim, our new faculty member in Policy and Community Engagement for Urban Transformation. He begins as of July 2024.
July 8, 2024
Spotlight
SCARP student Kylie Clark awarded CIP President's Scholarship
It's our absolute pleasure to announce that SCARP MCRP student Kylie Clark is the recipient of the 2024 CIP President's Scholarship!
July 4, 2024
Spotlight
SCARP PhD candidate Wes Regan's TEDTalk on conspiracy theories and the divide between us
"What do our beliefs or rejections of beliefs... say regarding our feelings about power, authority, freedom, technology, our bodies, and worldview that can lead to healthy constructive discussion?"
July 3, 2024