UBC and The Nippon Foundation launch $13 million research program
On 6 December UBC and The Nippon Foundation launched a nine-year research program focused on the world’s oceans.
Recent Inside Higher Ed opinion editoral by Professor Toope
Prof. Toope’s recent opinion editorial on global challenges and organizational-ethical dilemmas of universities appeared in Inside Higher Ed on 5 December 2010. The op/ed is archived under Speeches and Op/Eds on the President’s website.
UBC applauds decision to extend infrastructure deadline
The Prime Minister announced today the decision to extend the deadline for completion of federally funded infrastructure projects.
Celebrating Achievement: The Blue and Gold Review 2010
UBC President Stephen Toope hosted the 4th annual Celebrating Achievement: The Blue and Gold Review on 29 November 2010
President’s Letter to Maclean’s Magazine
Professor Toope’s letter to the editor of Maclean’s magazine, in response to the recent article titled, ‘Too Asian’?
David C. Lam
Statement from President Professor Stephen J. Toope on the death of David C. Lam
President’s Letters to the University Community
Professor Stephen Toope issued two letters to the UBC community on 25 November 2010.
UBC-IIT Delhi Agreement Renewed
Professor Toope renewed a longstanding student mobility agreement between UBC and IIT Delhi.
FICCI Higher Education Summit Address
Professor Stephen Toope addressed the Higher Education Summit on 11 November 2010.
2010 Fall Congregation
Members of the UBC Vancouver campus and guest are currently celebrating Fall Congregation.
UBC, Max Planck Society Formalize Partnership
The University of British Columbia recently forged a formal partnership with the Max Planck Society.
Renewed Mobility Agreement for HKU and UBC
Professor Tsui and Professor Toope signed a renewed mobility agreement between the two institutions.
University rankings key tool in recruiting foreign students
The strong reputation and global relevance of Canadian universities continues to make UBC a clear choice for international students.
2010 President's Town Hall Meetings
The 2010 Town Hall meetings were recently held at the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses
Professor Toope is Co-Chair of the 2010 United Way of the Lower Mainland Campaign
The United Way of the Lower Mainland Campaign Cabinet for 2010 will be Co-Chaired by Stephen Toope and Kevin Layden.
2010 UBC United Way Campaign Kick-Off
The UBC United Way 2010 Campaign Kick-Off Breakfast took place on Monday 20 September.
2010 President's Staff Awards Presented
The President’s Staff Awards were presented to seven members of the UBC Vancouver campus community on 21 September.
2010 address to the Vancouver Board of Trade
Professor Toope addressed the Vancouver Board of Trade on the topic of helping BC companies enter the global market.
TES article features comments by Professor Toope
An 11 September 2010 article in Times Higher Education features comments by Professor Toope.
Don’t swallow these innovation nostrums
Canada’s economy continues to outperform those of its G8 partners, despite reports that warned of its innovation gaps and lagging productivity.