$1.2-million gift helps UBC educators promote mindfulness
Donation helps Faculty of Education at Okanagan campus launch new program.
Distinguished visiting scholar discusses teaching religion in schools
The Faculty of Education welcomes Rev. Dr. Philip Raymont. What: What are universities for? Who: Rev. Dr. Philip Raymont When: Thursday, October 3, 3- 4:30 p.m. Where: 247 Science Building, UBC’s Okanagan campus, Kelowna What: Teaching Religion in Schools Who: Rev. Dr. Philip Raymont When: Tuesday, October 8, 3- 4:30 p.m. Where: Centre for Mindful […]
New program mixes English language skills with academic studies
Pilot program proves successful, 100 students register for intake.
Faculty of Education professor receives grant from the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
Dr. Susan Crichton, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan Campus, in collaboration with colleagues in East Africa, was awarded a grant from the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, for her research in using technology to foster innovations in literacy. Crichton is the Director of the […]
From the London’s financial district to UBC’s Faculty of Education
Former banker Walid Muslih decided ‘I want to be in the classroom’ It wasn’t long ago that Walid Muslih toiled in the high-rises of London and New York, a successful banker analyzing debt capital markets. Working in the towers of big-city financial districts—suit and tie’d—his “exciting, always changing” career rode epic waves such as the […]
Faculty of Education: What’s new for 2013-2014
Faculty research, intimate learning environments, close ties and new programs.
What really matters in education?
Distinguished visiting scholar discusses the value of teaching in a changing world.
Students awarded medals as heads of graduating class
Ten students are being recognized with gold medals for being at the top of their graduating class at UBC’s Okanagan campus convocation.
UBC faculty members, tutors recognized for dedication to students
Teaching awards presented to those who make a difference.
Education workshops examine needs of anxious and sensitive children
Vanessa Lapointe is described as a dynamic speaker who has presented to a wide range of professionals and parents throughout Canada. Her research areas of interest include holistic approaches to the assessment of children in foster care through her work with children, parents and various provincial organizations.