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Friday, November 13, 2026

Notice of toxic mushroom exposure on campus

A toxic mushroom species, known as death cap mushrooms (Amanita phalloides), have been found on campus. We encourage the campus community to remain alert as mushroom activity increases…
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Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Fiona Jones receives PCAPPA Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award

Congratulations to Fiona Jones (Accessible Buildings Planner) on receiving the PCAPPA Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award!
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Tuesday, November 10, 2026

One hundred years old and still turning heads: UBC’s historic Old Fire Hall

A century after it was built, UBC’s former fire hall has completed its latest journey across campus and is set to become a gathering place…
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Monday, November 9, 2026

Preparing for extreme winter weather at UBC

As weather patterns begin to shift towards extreme winter weather, we would like to remind you of information available to help you prepare.
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Monday, November 9, 2026

Ghaus Hussaini joins as Tax Analyst

Ghaus will be joining Treasury as a Tax Analyst on November 16. He brings more than five years of accounting experience gained in both public…
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Monday, November 9, 2026

Luna Dong joins as Treasury Operations Analyst

Luna joins Treasury as a Treasury Operations Analyst, effective November 9, 2026. Luna brings several years of experience in treasury management, banking relationships, and financial…
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Monday, November 9, 2026

Beyond the role: Daniela Ramirez

From advancing community safety initiatives to helping shape services that respond to the evolving needs of the UBC community, Daniela is driven by a desire…
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Friday, October 23, 2026

Thank you for joining our CFO event: Learning & Growing Together

Thank you to everyone who joined our recent CFO event and contributed to the discussions and activities. I really appreciated the energy in the room, and…
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Safety and Risk Services audit visit to Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre

A recent audit visit by the Safety and Risk Services team to the Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre provided a valuable opportunity to review emergency planning…
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Monday, October 19, 2026

Celebrating our staff who joined the 25 Year Club!

The 25 Year Club honours non-faculty staff members who have 25 or more years of uninterrupted or accumulated service at UBC. This year the inductees for…
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