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When All the Stars Align

When All the Stars Align

Seeking the language of social justice, Assistant Professor Heather Latimer found gender and women’s studies.

UBCO launches Bachelor of Sustainability degree

UBCO launches Bachelor of Sustainability degree

New program first of its kind in Canada

UBCO student cycles to Arctic Ocean as fundraiser for mental health

UBCO student cycles to Arctic Ocean as fundraiser for mental health

Bears, loneliness, flat tires and new-found friends part of the journey

Medical cannabis users report consuming less tobacco

Medical cannabis users report consuming less tobacco

Reduced consumption attributed to onset of cannabis use

UBCO researchers explore the impact of canine cuddles on students

UBCO researchers explore the impact of canine cuddles on students

Physical contact with a dog makes a significant difference to wellbeing

Medical cannabis users report consuming less tobacco

Medical cannabis users report consuming less tobacco

Reduced consumption attributed to onset of cannabis use

UBCO sociologist discusses how to prepare for the emotional toll of wildfire evacuation

UBCO sociologist discusses how to prepare for the emotional toll of wildfire evacuation

Dr. Mary Ann Murphy has peered into the lives of […]

Perfectionists more likely to suffer from body dissatisfaction

Perfectionists more likely to suffer from body dissatisfaction

New research from UBC Okanagan finds young women who are perfectionistic are more likely to experience body dissatisfaction — a general unhappiness with, and negative attitude towards, their bodies.

Expressions of Reconciliation
UBCO researcher examines the need for positive support when a child is sexually abused

UBCO researcher examines the need for positive support when a child is sexually abused

New research from UBC Okanagan has determined if a child knows they have safe support from a trusted adult, it significantly increases the chances of that child disclosing they have been sexually assaulted. This likelihood is especially true when the offender is a family member or trusted caregiver.