The iconic Thompson Berwick and Pratt-designed Hebb Building and Theatre at the University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver have undergone a significant renewal that is sure to wow physics and astronomy students, faculty, and staff when the building officially opens in January 2020. “We were very excited by the vision of the physics department […]
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Update on UBCO Campus Planning, Infrastructure Development, and Campus Operations & Risk Management
Campus leadership has approved the creation of an Infrastructure Development function for UBCO to help maximize our ability to support future growth through realigning ourselves. There will be changes across Campus Planning, Campus Operations & Risk Management, and Infrastructure Development.
Read MoreThe new Exchange Residence at Gage South & UBC Bus Exchange featured in August issue of Award
Resulting from a partnership between the University of British Columbia (UBC) and TransLink, the new Exchange Residence at Gage South & UBC Bus Exchange demonstrates how one site can comfortably serve a full range of purposes. “The original project was to expand the bus exchange in its old location. When we heard the University was […]
Read MoreFinancial Operations opens new satellite location in Wesbrook Village
After months of hard work and planning undertaken by the Financial Operations administrative team and UBC Project Services, a new satellite office has been opened in Wesbrook Village for the growing Accounts Payable group.
Read MoreRyan Huffman appointed Senior Project Manager, Project Services
As the successful candidate for the Senior Project Manager position, Ryan will be leading the newly formed Campus Infrastructure team, developing and delivering a portfolio of infrastructure projects, and managing client and vendor relationships within this portfolio
Read MoreUBC’s Campus Energy Centre wins Royal Architectural Institute award
UBC’s Campus Energy Centre has won the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada’s 2019 Green Building Award, and it is the only building in BC to be recognized in this year’s Awards of Excellence. Read more.
Read MoreUBC Life Building featured in Award
The Old Student Union Building (Old SUB) at the heart of the University of British Columbia (UBC) campus has been given a new lease of life with a $29-million renovation. It makes sense then that the building should be renamed UBC Life Building. “The original building dates back to 1968 and was funded by the […]
Read MoreA bit about us: get to know Joni Hayden-Summerton
Yoga and a movie, 25 Broadway musicals in New York, and an eye for the humour in everyday life, Joni is the picture of a person who lives a well-balanced life and brings her spark to work. Read more.
Read MoreVPFO Gathers for Pink Shirt Day 2019
When you’re part of a 24-hour operations group, Pink Shirt Day is really an all-day event. Staff from the Vice President Finance & Operations (VPFO) gathered across UBC to on February 27 in the morning, evening, and night for cake, coffee, and an opportunity to connect and talk about respect, diversity, and inclusion.
Read MoreUBC Aquatic Centre recognized for energy conservation and building design
Since opening its doors to the public in the spring of 2017, the UBC Aquatic Centre has become an iconic part of the UBC landscape for thousands of visitors to the UBC Vancouver campus. UBC Aquatic Centre is a world-class training and competition environment integrated into a sustainable, community and recreation aquatics facility. At the […]
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