Strengthening project and data management across the VPFO and UBC
We are pleased to introduce the new position of Executive Director, Transformation & Strategy, which will drive UBC’s finance transformation by developing a strategic financial planning and analysis framework aimed at enhancing financial efficiency and modernizing our approach.
Celebrate Circular Economy Month
Join the Furniture Reuse Program team at the Zero Waste Market this October and November for reduced prices to celebrate Circular Economy Month! The Zero Waste Market sells gently used furniture best suited for home use and small budgets, as well as some office supplies.
VPFO Update – September 23
The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on September 23 2024.
Geneva Chan joins as Integrated Service Centre (ISC) Student Product Manager
Welcome Geneva Chan, New Integrated Service Centre (ISC) Student Product Manager. As Student Product Manager, Geneva will focus on helping with assembling and leading the Student Product team to stabilize, sustain, and improve Workday Student.
VPFO Update – September 16, 2024
The VPFO Update is a weekly snapshot that captures important university updates, work across VPFO departments, and relevant resources. Sent on September 16, 2024.
Bwungula Dyegula joins Safety & Risk Services as Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance in PrISM
Welcome Bwungula Dyegula as the new Lead Advisor, Information Security Compliance for Privacy and Information Security Management (PrISM). Bwungula is an Information Security professional with over eight years of expertise in information security compliance and technology risk assurance.
Preparing for FY25 Q2 Forecast: What you need to know
In preparation for the FY25 Q2 forecast in Adaptive Planning, please review the following Q2 2025 Guidelines and References. A Zoom forecast update session will also be available for the Finance community. More information is available on the Finance website.
Air Canada labour negotiations and your travel
Air Canada is in negotiations with the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA). If you need to change your Air Canada reservation and have booked through Concur or a Direct Travel agent, please reach out to Direct Travel. Learn more about your options and information on how to rebook your travel.
Regular testing and maintenance lead to quick action in an emergency
Fire alarms are the first line of defence against the effects of fire, providing early warning to occupants and enabling swift action to mitigate property damage. Thank you to all our teams and crews for the swift response and all those involved in the ongoing testing and maintenance of the fire alarm systems.
Visit our VPFO booths at UBC’s Welcome Back BBQ
Campus Security and Emergency Management from Safety & Risk Services, and Procurement Programs from Finance & Integrated Services will all have a booth at the UBC Welcome Back Staff and Faculty BBQ on September 11. Stop by, come say hello and learn more about our partners!