By feedwordpress on June 21, 2022
Anybody who has ever attended or worked at the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus knows that it is not actually part of the City of Vancouver – despite the fact that its mailing address clearly states “Vancouver”. Together with the University Hill neighbourhood and Pacific Spirit Regional Park, it actually forms an “unincorporated area” […]
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By feedwordpress on April 30, 2022
Mental Health Awareness Month, observed annually in May, is dedicated to shining a light on mental health concerns, combating the stigma associated with mental illness, and fostering greater access to resources and support for individuals facing mental health challenges. It serves as a rallying point for individuals, organizations, and communities to unite in advancing mental […]
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By feedwordpress on April 27, 2022
The Rare Books & Special Collections and University Archives Reading Room on Level 1 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) will be temporarily relocated to IKBLC 142 beginning May 9th, 2022, due to construction for an upgrade project. To prepare for this relocation, the Rare Books & Special Collections and University Archives Reading […]
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By feedwordpress on April 19, 2022
April 22, 2024 is Earth Day! Earth Day is an annual event held to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote action to protect the planet. The first Earth Day was held in 1970, and since then, it has grown into a global movement with participation from over 190 countries. UBC is celebrating Earth Day […]
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By feedwordpress on February 25, 2022
International Women’s Day is Wednesday, March 8, 2024. Below are some recommended titles found at UBC Education Library to add to your reading list. Click on the book cover or title to take you to the UBC Library catalogue record for the item. Juvenile Literature: Collective Biographies 25 women who fought back Jill Sherman. HQ1236 […]
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By feedwordpress on February 1, 2022
Every February, as we celebrate Black History Month, we honor the important contributions of Black Canadians and African Americans throughout history. From innovators and artists to scientists and educators, this month provides us with the opportunity to recognize some of the most influential figures. Let us use Black History Month as a chance to reflect […]
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By feedwordpress on September 10, 2021
The University of British Columbia Archives has now re-opened, with limited public hours: 10am-2pm, Monday-Friday. Scheduled class visits can be accommodated outside of public reading room hours. When visiting, please be aware of UBC’s COVID-19 Campus Rules, including the mandatory wearing of non-medical masks in all indoor public areas. Please note that the Library’s Automated […]
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By feedwordpress on August 13, 2021
[This is an expanded version of an article originally published in Alumni UBC’s Grad Gazette in 2010] One of the enduring legends from the history of the University of British Columbia is that the Faculty of Agriculture’s dairy herd was once allowed to graze along Main Mall. But did this really happen? It is true that, during […]
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