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UBC HomecomingSeptember 15-21, 2025 | In Person Revive cherished memories and discover new experiences at UBC’s Vancouver campus. Whether it’s been a year or several since your last visit, you’re always welcome here! Explore the full line-up, rally your friends, and craft your own personalized Homecoming itinerary. Be sure to register in advance to ensure you can access all the events you’re interested in!
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NEWS UBC’s newest state-of-the-art fitness centre opens UBC Vancouver has tripled indoor fitness and recreation space with the opening of Recreation Centre North. This year’s UBC Homecoming features the Nestor’s Gym Reception, the official dedication of the new, state-of-the-art gymnasium named after UBC Intramurals’ own Nestor Korchinsky. It is a truly fitting tribute to Nestor, the visionary founder and the mastermind behind our world-renowned intramural program. Click here for more information.
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SURVEY Faculty of Education Strategic Plan 2026-2031 We are pleased to share a draft of the emerging Faculty of Education Strategic Plan Framework and Common Goals, which marks a significant milestone in the development of our 2026-2031 Strategic Plan. Your feedback is essential. As valued members of our community, we invite you to participate in this survey to provide input on the draft framework and common goals.
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NEWS Aloysius C. Anyichie receives Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award Dr. Aloysius C. Anyichie, PhD’19, has been named one of Canada’s Top 25 Immigrants of 2025 — a national honour recognizing outstanding immigrants who are making a difference in their communities and fields.
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ANNOUNCEMENT Alumni Profiles are back! We love celebrating the journeys and accomplishments of our alumni. If you or someone else you know would like to be featured on our Alumni Profiles page, fill out the form below.
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NEWS Oak Bay seaside community sparks silver creativity for Barbara Adams Read about the creative processes and art education that inspire Barbara Adams, BA’05, BEd’07, Dip Ed’13.
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NEWS Bringing Teacher Education Home As NITEP celebrates 50 years of Indigenous teacher education at the University of British Columbia, the program is marking this milestone with a bold new chapter: the launch of a Field Centre in Lax Kw’alaams—one of the most ambitious community-based expansions of NITEP to date.
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UBC MAGAZINE Tell us about a show you saw at UBC and never forgotTell us about an unforgettable show or concert you saw at UBC, and your response could be featured! Submit here by August 18, 2025.
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NEWS Nathan Ngieng Appointed as Superintendent of Abbotsford School DistrictThe Abbotsford Board of Education has appointed Dr. Nathan Ngieng, BHK’99, BEd’99, Dip’Ed’04, as Superintendent of Schools, effective July 15th. With more than 25 years of experience in B.C. public education and a proven history of leadership within Abbotsford, Dr. Ngieng is poised to guide the district's continued commitment to innovation, equity, and student success.
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NEWS Fifteen Individuals appointed to the Order of British ColumbiaFifteen people who exemplify excellence will be invested into the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest honour. Established in 1989, the Order of B.C. recognizes individuals from all walks of life and fields of endeavour who have made extraordinary contributions to the province and beyond. The 2025 Order of B.C. Recipients include Dr. Ruth Grunau, MA’69, EdD’75, PhD’85, for her pioneering research that has transformed global understanding and care of infant pain, advancing neonatal health of infants born very pre-term and shaping clinical practices worldwide.
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NEWS Collegiate welcomes Charlie Cooper as new PrincipalPurcell Collegiate School (PCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Charlie Cooper, BSc’92, BEd’93, as Principal of Purcell Collegiate School (PCS). Over his 25-year career in education, Charlie has taught high school mathematics, supported distributed learning, and worked as a teacher-on-call. He has also supported student-athletes in running, triathlon, baseball, and hockey as a coach, team manager, and board member.
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Dr. Thomas Roy BentleyIt is with sorrow that we share the passing of Dr. Thomas Roy Bentley, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Language and Literacy Education (LLED) on April 10, 2025. A valued member of the Faculty of Education for over two decades and former Dean pro tem (1979-81), he is remembered for his scholarly excellence, intellectual curiosity, collegiality and steadfast commitment to education, community and family. Read the full letter from Dean Jan Hare, PhD’01.
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UPCOMING EVENTS & VOLUNTEERING
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alumni UBC 2025 Achievement AwardsNovember 6, 2025, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM | In Person UBC alumni are committed to building an exceptional UBC and a better world. This November at the annual alumni UBC Achievement Awards, presented by Boyden, we will honour nine inspiring members of the UBC community who, through their extraordinary endeavours, have demonstrated this vision. This year’s recipients include Dr. Shelina Babul, BSc’91, PhD’01, who is an internationally recognized expert on concussion and its prevention.
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EVENT Homecoming Football Game & Thunderbirds AthleticsSeptember 19, 2025, Football Game Kick-off at 6:00 PM | In Person Kick off the school year with thunderous action! Thousands of fans will pack the stands for UBC’s epic Homecoming Football Game presented by Fizz Mobile. Cheer on your alma mater as our Thunderbirds duke it out in a showdown against the University of Calgary!
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EVENT Pancake Brunch & Nest FestSeptember 20, 2025, 10:00 AM | In Person Hey, UBC students, alumni, and BFFs: Fuel up your Homecoming celebration with this free powerhouse brunch! Feast on mouthwatering pancakes while musical performer Mikey Jose, BSc’20, serenades you. Have a blast with interactive activities and games at Nest Fest before exploring more Homecoming festivities. Arrive early so you don’t miss out! Be sure to swing by the Faculty of Education booth at the Nest Fest!
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EVENT Building magic: 10 years of the Robert H. Lee Alumni CentreSeptember 20, 2025, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | In Person More than a building, the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre (RHLAC) symbolizes the enduring bond between UBC and its alumni. For the past decade, it has become a home where generations of graduates return to honour our shared history, celebrate our collective achievements, and shape a legacy still unfolding. Join us as we celebrate where we’ve been, where we are, and the magic we’re building—together!
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VOLUNTEER Empower English language learners at the UBC Learning ExchangeVirtually on Tuesdays, In-Person on Wednesdays and Thursdays The UBC Learning Exchange wants you for its English Conversation Program! Located in Vancouver’s historic Downtown Eastside and Chinatown communities, this educational hub is seeking volunteer facilitators for its free, low-barrier, and casual weekly conversational English sessions designed for Chinatown residents, and immigrants and refugees new to Vancouver. Apply today to help empower community members!
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alumni UBC PERKS & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
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NEW savings for UBC alumnialumni UBC welcomes two new partners to the Alumni Savings Program with the addition of Rogers Communications and Playland. Check out their offerings, as well as ongoing benefits from our existing partners, Dilawri and Avis and Budget Car Rental. For a full list of benefits available to UBC alumni, visit the Alumni Savings webpage or download the alumni UBC App.
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CONTEST Win a $100 gift certificate to the UBC BookstoreGetting ready for UBC Homecoming from September 15 to 21? To help you prepare, we’re giving away a $100 gift certificate to the UBC Bookstore. Boost your collection of UBC–branded goods with everything from hoodies, shorts, and hats to bags, drinkware, and accessories. Enter now and gear up for your return to campus! Also, all Homecoming attendees can receive a 12 per cent discount on select merchandise during Homecoming Week. More information is coming soon.
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alumni UBC BOOK CLUB DoppelgangerStep into a disorienting hall of mirrors in our polarized digital era with Naomi Klein’s Doppelganger. When renowned intellectual, author, and activist Naomi Klein was frequently mistaken for another public figure who espoused opposing views, she embarked upon a foray into the murky realm of digital doubles, conspiracy cultures, and twisted logic. From echo chambers to AI distortions, Klein uses her trademark ability to bring clarity to confusion in Doppelganger: A Trip into the Mirror World. Get 20% off Doppelganger by Naomi Klein at the UBC Bookstore.
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