UBC study demonstrates dogs promote page turning
Reading in the presence of a pooch may be the page-turning motivation young children need, suggests a UBC researcher.
How are you kind?
World Kindness Day takes place on November 13. For some, it’s a time to focus on and promote the power of positivity. For others, it’s a day to celebrate the thoughtful acts performed by friends, family, neighbours and strangers.
Sydney Fender receives Inaugural Kiwanis Legacy Major Entrance Award
Fender received $10,000 as part of the Kelowna Kiwanis Legacy Major Entrance Award in Education
Graduate Student Spotlight: Camille Rousseau
“I’m really thankful for the program that is offered here and how it allows me to expand the depth and breadth of my expertise. There is really nothing like what we do here at B.A.R.K.”
Award winning educators share innovative practices
We’re hosting an interactive panel discussion on Nov. 26.
Living the Curriculum from the Inside Out with Kim Ondrik
Join Kim Ondrik, Head Learner, Mill Bay Nature School for a late afternoon presentation and discussion on innovative teaching practices.
Take a Pause: Mindfulness in the workplace
“It’s easy to overlook taking care, and thinking, of yourself; but self-care is very important”
Graduate Student Spotlight: Q&A with Andrew Pulvermacher
Congratulations to Andrew Pulvermacher for receiving a Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council – Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master’s Program grant!
Speaker Series: Dr. Jerome Cranston
Dr. Jerome Cranston, Professor and Dean, Faculty of Education, University of Regina will be presenting his recent book, Beyond the Classroom Walls: Teaching in Challenging Social Contexts.
Graduate Student Spotlight: Q&A with Jennifer Kelly
Congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Kelly who graduated with her PhD in June 2019.