Topics: Engineering
After decades of 'slime,' BC First Nation celebrates clean drinking water
CBC News | | Media coverage
CHBE's Dr. Madjid Mohseni commented on the federal government’s need to work with local Indigenous communities to ensure that they have access to safe drinking water.
Lessons from a road trip: Drivers need a safety refresher
Times Colonist | | Media coverage
A study by UBCO civil engineering researchers showed that fatal crashes in BC more than doubled when highway speed limits were increased.
Nine reasons we love our spooky, kooky model organisms
Nature News | | Media coverage
CHBE Associate Professor Dr. Jane Hill was among nine researchers who shared what inspired the study of an unusual, spooky organism.
Engineering: A Career Path That Powers Possibilities
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Job: Associate, McKinsey & CompanyTell us about your job.I’m in a very non-traditional job for engineers at the moment, working as a management consultant with McKinsey & Company.
From Formula UBC to Koenigsegg: A Materials Engineer’s Journey to the Megacar World
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Harry's journey in Materials engineering and his work experience after graduation.
Weekend rainstorm a warning to Metro Vancouver municipalities: Infrastructure upgrades are needed
Vancouver Sun | | Media coverage
Civil engineering Adjunct Professor Dr. Troy Vassos discussed how municipalities have historically built infrastructure to handle rainfall.
UBC APSC Alumni in Toronto Reconnect Over a Delectable Meal
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On August 27, six Applied Science alumni currently working in the electric utilities industry in Toronto connected over a tasty meal. We welcomed old and new friends who shared a common experience from the West Coast and reminisced about our…
UBC Engineering Alumni in Calgary Gather for a Special Evening of Local Brews & Snacks
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A group of CHBE alumni recently gathered at a local brewery in Calgary for a fun evening of some local brews and snacks! It was a special occasion because most of us graduated in 2020 or 2021, when our classes were cut short and graduation…
Networking with UBC Engineering Alumni Over a Creative Pottery Project
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On August 15th and 29th, alumni from the Materials Engineering and Chemical Engineering programs gathered for a unique and creative networking event at 4Cats Art Studio. This event offered a refreshing change of pace from the usual professional…
Goodbye Beach Bash with UBC Engineering Alumni!
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Reflecting on my time at UBC, I’m struck by the incredible connections I’ve made throughout my five-year degree in Engineering. From the early days in APSC 101 groups to the challenging yet rewarding experiences in my New Venture Design capstone…