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FASS undergraduate student Jenna Taylor is using the technical skills gained through coursework in geography to build an innovative wildfire website that provides critical information to the residents of Flin Flon, Manitoba. Read more: bit.ly/44j1axP

OP ED: “Digital sovereignty” has become a catchphrase in global politics, and means being able to control Canada’s digital destiny – which is easier said than done. @ubcokanagan.bsky.social prof Dr. Wendy H. Wong discusses in the @theglobeandmail.com buff.ly/BtK0bx6

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Kudos to the 11 FASS faculty members whose outstanding projects have been awarded federal research funding. This recognition reflects the innovation of their work and their dedication to advancing research and scholarship. Read more: bit.ly/3GxA4dw

Congratulations to FASS graduate student Kelsey Doyle who has been awarded the prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship! 👏👏Learn more about her research: bit.ly/44J4XUe

This workshop focuses on giving new and experienced educators an opportunity to try new teaching approaches and sharpen existing skills in a supportive atmosphere. August 6, 7, 8 & 9 | In-person  Register ctlt.ubc.ca/fisw

We're proud to highlight the incredible scholars who shape our academic community. This week we sat down with Dr. John Cho, Assistant Professor of Anthropology in the Department of Community, Culture and Global Studies. ccgs.ok.ubc.ca/2025/06/17/qa-…

New UBCO research by FASS faculty members Drs. Khan Jahirul Islam and Julien Picault explores why some Canadians pay off their credit cards while others struggle. Read more: news.ok.ubc.ca/2025/07/02/wha…

In addition to the many other awards he has won as a top student at UBCO, Mihai Covaser was also the co-winner of the 2025 Walley Lightbody Award in Law. Learn more about his future plans for a career in the legal field. epp.ok.ubc.ca/2025/06/24/mee……

For those interested in First Nations health, public health and environmental stewardship, our friends @fhna will be holding a webinar on July 15 exploring insights from the We Walk Together Project.

Congratulations to Olivia Martiskainen, co-winner of the 2025 Walley Lightbody Award in Law. Learn more about how the award has prepared her for the next chapter in her studies. epp.ok.ubc.ca/2025/06/24/806…

New research shows that reviving Indigenous languages may do more than preserve culture—it may also improve public health. news.ubc.ca/2025/06/how-la…

Nine FASS graduates from two Indigenous language programs walked the stage together at convocation last week. Learn more about how these programs restore relationships among people, communities and the land: bit.ly/45fAqzo

Don’t miss the final talk in our advocacy series this year! Join us on June 20 @ 12pm PT for "Trends in Family Physician & Psychiatry Practice Patterns: Insights from Cross-Provincial Research”. As we work toward building publicly funded mental health care, provider input is key!

MindFest returns on June 19th! Learn about the cutting-edge psychology research being conducted at UBC Okanagan through engaging, interactive presentations made for everyone—no science degree needed! For more info and to register: events.ok.ubc.ca/event/mindfest…

We couldn't be more proud of FASS student Mihai Covaser who received top honours at graduation. Read more about his many awards and achievements while at UBCO: bit.ly/45i56A8

For students whose international study plans may be disrupted by uncertain and changing political landscapes, we are pleased to entertain late applications for Sept 2025 & Jan 2026. Please visit bit.ly/4dVAZAM for a list of UBCO programs still accepting applications.

June commemorates Indigenous History Month in Canada. Join in acknowledging the history, heritage, resilience and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples. Learn more about this month's events and resources: bit.ly/4kmBqGr

Professor of Political Science Wendy Wong was a recent guest on The Agenda, a TVO current affairs show where she discussed the link between data and human rights. Watch the segment: tvo.org/theagenda

Read more about the suicide prevention framework which is directly tied to a project the Canadian Mental Health Association BC, Interior Health and Dr. Lesley Lutes have been working on for the past two and a half years. Congratulations! news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2025H…