education

Living the Institutions: The École Polytechnique Montréal massacre anniversary compels action from us as individuals

“I’m only asking that you learn about feminism, work to support survivors well and refuse to accept or make excuses when men choose violence,” writes Marie Erikson.

Eating empathetically: How food literacy and sustainability intersect

What do we need to consider about our food, beyond our own nutrition? Who and what is being impacted by the food on our plate? The framework for understanding the environmental, social and nutritional impacts of food is called food literacy.

UBC researchers emphasize inclusive education in 2024 SPICE lab report

In January, the Supporting Progressive Inclusive Child-centered Education (SPICE) Research Lab published a report showing the educational experiences of over 68,000 BC students with disabilities and learning exceptionalities.

Drag is for Everyone unpacks misconceptions about the art form

At Carousel Theatre for Young People’s drag camp, participants are asked to step into someone else’s shoes for the day — and in letting go of their worries and pretending to be someone else, they often find themselves emerging with more confidence.

'Not going to be enough': BC budget increase for post-secondary institutions frustrates many

The BC government has allocated 3.12 billion to post-secondary institutions in the new 2024/25 budget. This is a 23.9 per cent increase from the previous year.

Fringe Fest: When Jack Goes to Therapy, we all do

If you see Jack Goes to Therapy, prepare to laugh until your stomach hurts, question your own dating life and even shed a few tears.

‘I want to know what I’m getting myself into’: Content warnings at UBC

Barbara Howard: A life of athletic and community leadership

Barbara Howard (1920–2017), a record-breaking sprinter, educator, community front-runner and UBC alum, was the first Black female athlete to represent Canada internationally.

Your Voice is Power: Where computer science and social justice hit the right notes

Alongside the fundamentals of computer science and entrepreneurship, the curriculum educates students on Indigenous history, including the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action, and encourages them to “use their voice in a powerful way.”