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Tuesday, April 28, 2026

BC Emergency Alert system testing on May 6

The provincial alert system, BC Emergency Alert will be tested on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:55 pm. A great reminder to download the UBC…
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Thursday, April 23, 2026

Realigning key functions and supporting priorities within VPFO

As part of our ongoing work to strengthen alignment across the VPFO portfolio, Human Resources and Communications will now report to Nicole Liddell in her…
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Monday, April 20, 2026

Cassandra Torres and Mariyam Syed steps into new roles

We are beyond pleased to share that Cassandra Torres and Mariyam Syed will be stepping into a new roles effective April 20.
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Monday, April 20, 2026

UBC recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses

We’re excited to share that our campus has been recognized as one of the most beautiful college campuses, with features in House Beautiful and Daily…
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Monday, April 20, 2026

Facilities wins ASHRAE BC Technology Award

Facilities recently won the ASHRAE British Columbia Technology Award (2025-26) in the Educational Facilities, Existing category.
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Friday, April 17, 2026

Moody’s affirms UBC’s Aa1 credit rating while S&P lowers its rating to A due to strong provincial credit link

Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings released rating actions on UBC in early April 2026.
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Thursday, April 16, 2026

Adi Aggarwal joins as Senior Insurance Coordinator, Insurance & Loss Prevention

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Monday, April 13, 2026

Nicole Liddell joins VPFO as Managing Director, Strategy, Planning & Performance

Nicole Liddell will be joining the VPFO as Managing Director, Strategy, Planning & Performance on April 20, 2026. With more than 20 years of senior…
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Thursday, April 9, 2026

Innovation at work: Asian Centre wireless controller upgrade  

The wireless controller upgrade at the Asian Centre demonstrates how engineering innovation can enhance existing building performance while supporting climate resilience. 
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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

From Campus Security to Community Safety: A transformation shaped by community voices and dressed by UBC experts

At UBC Vancouver, safety is being reimagined—shaped not only by policy, but by design. UBC’s new Community Safety model blends community engagement, research collaboration and…
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