Faculties use metrics analysis and education to reduce bias in recruitment
Imagine the scene – during the hiring process for new tenure-track faculty, a committee of faculty members stops by the search chair’s office to talk about the applications. The centre of the conversation is a candidate, a woman of colour, who has just received a prestigious award. “What do you think were the major strengths […]
UBC pursues housing and transit solutions for students, faculty and staff
Imagine a medium-sized city in British Columbia such as Chilliwack. Now, imagine all the city’s residents living or coming to UBC Vancouver every day. With a daytime population of about 80,000 people, including students, staff and faculty members, UBC is dedicated to improving access to more affordable and secure housing options on campus and beyond. […]
Annual Staff BBQ serves up opportunities for connection and wellbeing
It is the second week of the new academic year. The campus is busy; new and returning faces wander around – some exploring the campus, others finding their way to classes. Suddenly, a long – very long – line from the Flag Pole to University Boulevard in Main Mall reveals that something unusual is happening. […]