Topics: Nursing
Reflecting and Recharging with UBC Nursing Alumni
| Spotlight
Last weekend, a group of us nurses gathered for a hangout to relax, reflect on our first year working in nursing, and just enjoy each other’s company. It turned into the perfect mix of meaningful conversations, laughter, and good times.
How resident and family councils improve the quality of life for people living in long-term care facilities
Canadian Nurse | | Media coverage
In a four part series, Associate Professor Farinaz Havaei answers questions about the benefits of community building and advocacy in long-term care.
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
| Announcement
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
| Announcement
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…