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Canadian schools need new approach to address student substance use, says new report

CBC | | Media coverage

Dr. Emily Jenkins, an associate professor in the School of Nursing, led a study that found more Canadian school principals are dealing with more substance use among students, and are calling for better supports.

Canadian school principals call for more support to deal with student substance use

| Announcement

A survey led by UBC nursing researchers finds Canadian principals overwhelmed by rising student substance use and limited resources. The study calls for a pan-Canadian, evidence-aligned approach to prevention and better support for educators.

UBC researchers awarded $38.1M to lead health research through CIHR's Fall 2024 Project Grant competition

| Announcement

Nursing, biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering and mechanical engineering experts among researchers leading CIHR-funded projects.

Teaching kids to transcend their origin stories

Research2Reality | | Media coverage

Discussion of a study by nursing professor Carla Ferreira, which looked at how the portrayal of adverse childhood experiences in superhero movies impacted characters later in life. 

UBC engineering, architecture and landscape architecture, and nursing rank among Canada's best

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UBC Engineering, Nursing, and the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture are top two in Canada, according to the latest university rankings. UBC Nursing ranks 13th globally and UBC Engineering is top 25 in the world.

10 impacts UBC Applied Science had in 2024

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A look back at 10 stories that showcase how UBC Applied Science research and discoveries are transforming lives and tackling global challenges.

50th Anniversary Nursing Reunion – Class of 1974

| Spotlight

We recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of our nursing graduation, with a wonderful reunion on Saturday, October 19, hosted at the home of our classmate, Janis Esau.The event was a true highlight, with classmates attending both in person and…

Nine UBC Nursing colleagues receive funding from the 2024 Michael Smith awards

| Announcement

Recipients for the Convening and Collaborating C2 program are Dr. Jennifer Baumbusch, Dr. Vicky Bungay, Catherine Liao (PhD Student), Dr. Lillian Hung, and Dr. Scott Ramsay. Reach awardees include Dr. Helen Brown, Dr. Fuchsia Howard, Dr. Sandra…

Nursing 1964 - 60th Reunion

| Spotlight

The UBC School of Nursing Class of 1964 celebrated their 60th anniversary in Vancouver in the home of Tove Brown. Eleven of us gathered (from a class of 24) to share life experiences and to enjoy the company of a group of extraordinary women.&…

Dr. Rachel Ollivier named among Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Award Winner

| Announcement

Dr. Rachel Ollivier named among the top 100 of Canada's Most Powerful Women.

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