Practical Learning: Siobhán Wittig McPhee connects theory and practice in geography
Guest lectures, design thinking frameworks, and intentional reflection are just some of the tools employed by Dr. Wittig McPhee to engage learners with the theory and practice of Geography.
Geography technicians Rick Ketler and Katrin Tanner get set to launch LegoFlume
Flume lab Research Project Manager Rick Ketler and Engineering Technician Katrin Tanner are close to seeing two years of design and prototyping come together into the operational launch of the “Lego” flume.
Dr. Marysa Laguë appointed as Assistant Professor in Atmospheric Sciences
This summer we welcome climate scientist Dr. Marysa Laguë as an Assistant Professor to the department of Geography.
Youth v Canada: Pilot-Testing a Climate Change Mock Trial with High School and University Students
The Centre for Law and the Environment’s Professor Wood pilot-tested the mock trial with UBC Geography’s Geographical Sciences Field Course at the UBC-Teck Geological Field Station in Oliver, BC.
Four Geography faculty receive NFRF awards
Four UBC Geography faculty received New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) awards for key research projects tackling the intersections of climate change, housing and health, as well as agroecology for climate change adaptation. The Government of Canada announced more than $92 million in research support for 165 Canadian-led projects through both the 2023 International Joint Initiative for Research in […]
Students make real-world impact with their Climate Studies and Action Capstone projects
Over the 2023/2024 term, the British Columbia Teachers’ Federation (BCTF), a labor union representing educators across BC, served as the community partner for UBC’s Climate Studies and Action Certificate program. The BCTF’s commitment to social and climate justice is underscored by its collaboration with 11 students on their capstone projects for the certificate program. Climate […]
2024/2025 Winter session Geography course highlights
If you’re having trouble finding courses that spark your interest, Geography has got you covered! Check our list of highlighted courses in the topics of sustainability, urban studies, and social science (all free of pre-requisites).
Geraldine Pratt receives 2024 Dean of Arts Award
We are thrilled to announce our esteemed Department Head Dr. Geraldine Pratt is the recipient of the 2024 Dean of Arts Award. This annual award recognizes exceptional faculty members who have made outstanding contributions to educational leadership, teaching and learning, research, and community engagement in the Faculty of Arts.
Climate Change, Migration, and Health – GEOG 446A 104 /GEOG 545 101
Curious to learn how climate change, migration and health issues are interrelated? Climate Change, Migration and Health, taught by Dr. Jemima Baada, examines how global and planetary health are influenced by climate change and migration and vice versa.
Dr. Mohammed Rafi Arefin receives Glenda Laws Award
We are pleased to announce that Assistant Professor Dr. Mohammed Rafi Arefin has been honoured with the esteemed Glenda Laws Award. This annual recognition bestowed by the American Association of Geographers (AAG) celebrates outstanding contributions to geographic research on social issues.