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
Physical contact with a dog makes a significant difference to wellbeing
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
Dr. Mary Ann Murphy has peered into the lives of […]
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.
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.
Multidisciplinary approach leads to top award for UBCO scholar
Although Aidan O’Callahan describes himself as a planner — a critical thinker who likes to get his ducks in a row before committing to anything — it’s almost a fluke he ended up at UBC Okanagan.
Desire to help fellow Indigenous students leads to prestigious award for new graduate
It’s an honour bestowed upon the university’s most accomplished graduate students — and this year, Master of Arts student Sandra Fox is being recognized with the Governor General’s Gold Medal for her exceptional research on Indigenous identity.
UBCO celebrates the class of 2021
Virtual ceremony recognizes more than 1,800 graduating students UBC Okanagan is marking its second virtual convocation next week. More than 1,850 graduates — including 1,600 undergraduates as well as more than 100 masters’ and doctoral students — will tune in to celebrate the success of their educational journey. “This has been a remarkable year for […]