UBC ranked among top seven geography departments in the world
The QS World University rankings are published annually.
Mobile weather station project receives TLEF funding
The Meteobike kit allows students to collect real-time meteorological data while cycling around the city.
Introducing the Dr. Ken Denike Award in Transportation Studies
A $3,500 award has been made available through an endowment established by Dr. Luigi G. (Joe) Sulmona.
Avery Everhart appointed Assistant Professor in GIS, Cartography and Transformation
Avery is a leader in the emerging field of applied transgender studies, and co-founder of the Center for Applied Transgender Studies.
Introducing our new recycling program!
You can drop off used pens, markers, highlighters and other writing instruments at the main office!
‘Green’ projects in Mexico cause socio-ecological damage
Despite being hailed as a ‘green’ form of extractivism, hydroelectric and mining projects are the site of colonial violence against Indigenous peoples.
Naomi Klein and Avi Lewis selected for Vancouver Magazine Power 50 List
The list aims to recognize those most influencing Vancouver’s present — and future.
New publication: More must be done to protect ocean defenders
Authors, including professor Philippe Le Billon, present six calls to action that will protect those fighting for human rights on the oceans.
Abena Somiah named 2022/23 CMS Fellow
Abena’s MA is focused on the experiences of community-making and citizenship among migrants from sub-Saharan Africa to Japan.
New publication: Filipino domestic workers & seafarers in the time of COVID-19
Research by Vanessa Banta and Geraldine Pratt documents the conditions experienced by workers during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.