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Academics, Development, and Resouces
New course of interest: POLI 533, "Climate Policy for All"
A foundation in climate policy for graduate students working on climate across the university. It will be offered again this fall. There are no prerequisites other than graduate standing.
June 12, 2026
Spotlight
SCARP grad Stephanie Mak on why she chose SCARP and her adventures here
SCARP graduating student Stephanie Mak talks about her journey as a SCARP student, the accomplishments she's led and been a part of, and her advice to future students.
June 11, 2026
In the world of planning
UBC PhD organises Vancouver "Urban Future" walking tour for research
As part of a research study on ways of engaging with urban sustainability, participants will be assigned to either Downtown Vancouver, the same but virtual indoors, or an individual virtual experience. Runs until September 7, 2026.
June 5, 2026
In the world of planning
SCARP PhD Wes Regan interviewed on his public health and DTES work
Regan was recently interviewed on the podcast "Ship of Fools", where he elaborates on his experiences working in planning and public health in Vancouver, and about his years working in Vancouver's Downtown East Side.
June 5, 2026
Spotlight
UBC club's new urban studies publication with several SCARP stars
CAPACity (Creative And Passionate About CITIES) has now launched the first edition of "The Vancouver Special", a journal that gives a voice to the next generation of urban planners, with brilliant articles from several SCARP faculty and students.
May 22, 2026
Research and projects
SCARP team publishes paper on equitable healthcare
We're happy to celebrate a published paper in ScienceDirect by SCARP PhD student Amrit Tiwana and several SCARP co-authors (faculty postdoc student and alum alike), deep-diving the complicated world of equitable access to healthcare services.
May 21, 2026
In the world of planning
Report and Reflections on PICS climate action by SCARP's Holly Caggiano et al
“These are projects that should be grounded in direct community decision-making power, accessible to a defined set of community members, responsive to community needs and working at a relatively local scale."
May 19, 2026
Academics, Development, and Resouces
Solution Scholars Program accepting applications
Applications are now open for the Climate Solutions Research Collective’s 2026–2027 Solutions Scholars Program. UBC Masters or PhD students passionate about climate solutions can get a $12K stipend to participate. Apply by May 17.
May 7, 2026
Spotlight
SCARP instructor wins award for course's inclusive design
We're proud to celebrate that SCARP Assistant Professor Kuni Kamizaki has won the AMS UBC Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Champion Award for innovative and accessible class design.
April 23, 2026
Research and projects
SCARP professor's and alum's article on disaster governance
We're excited to share this insightful paper by recent SCARP graduate Dr. Sunya Zaman and SCARP Professor Nora Angeles, deep-diving into countries and people especially vulnerable to climate-induced disasters.
April 23, 2026