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In the world of planning
UBC Forestry's Dr. Melissa McHale discussed 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
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UBC GradProspect
The newsletter for prospective students on UBC’s graduate programs, focusing on resources, processes, advice, and best practices.
July 2, 2024
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Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability Newsletter
An interdisciplinary research institute and graduate program, with interest and expertise in a wide range of topics.
July 2, 2024
Spotlight
SCARP Prof. Jessica Barudin shares insights from her film and doctoral research
SCARP Assistant Professor Jessica Barudin recently returned from a conference in Norway put on by the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association, where she presented some insights of her doctoral research, through the lens of her own film, "Braiding Knowledge through Breath, Language, & Movement".
June 24, 2024