Vancouver Sun: B.C. shows fastest growth attracting university research dollars
B.C.’s research universities are showing the fastest growth in the country in federal research funding and are now second only to Quebec in per capita funding, the Research Universities Council of British Columbia has found.
Renowned quantum physicist joins UBC from Harvard as new Canada Excellence Research Chair
Prof. Gupta attended the announcement of quantum physicist Jennifer Hoffman joining UBC as its newest Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC). She joins a team of leading-edge quantum matter researchers at UBC, building a critical mass of expertise in this emerging field.
Health and sustainability promotion top priorities in Okanagan Charter
A new international charter was signed today by universities and colleges from around the world committed to bringing health promotion and sustainability into all their policies and practices.
Meeting with Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner
Today UBC President Arvind Gupta and Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner met to discuss transit, the regional economy, the Innovation Boulevard initiative and ways UBC can strengthen our connection with communities across the province.
UBC Hosts First Canada-Mexico Forum on Higher Education, Innovation and Research
“I’m proud that UBC is partnering on this initiative and we are committed to acting as a catalyst for spurring greater Canada-Mexico engagement,” said UBC President Arvind Gupta.
UBC researcher gets grant to study link between pot, HIV/AIDS
Medical cannabis company donates $1 million to explore plant’s healing potential.
2015 Spring Graduation Speech
Read Professor Gupta’s Spring Graduation speech.
Two major gifts aim to grow ranks of aboriginal health providers
UBC has received two $1-million donations to grow the number of aboriginal doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists and other health professionals.
President Gupta Speaks With UBC Communicators Network
On May 28, 2015, Professor Arvind Gupta spoke with communications staff about his vision and asked the group for ideas on how to promote effective two-way communication at UBC.
UBC’s Centennial
The official launch of UBC’s Centennial, combined with the opening of the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre, will take place on September 30, 2015 – 100 years to the day since we welcomed our first class of 379 students.
President’s Academic Advisory Committee
The Academic Advisory Committee engages distinguished faculty in conversation and debate about topics key to the research and learning mission of UBC.
President Arvind Gupta’s Hot Lunch address to staff in Vancouver
On April 29, UBC’s President attended a sold-out Staff Hot Lunch event at St. John’s College.
State of the art baseball training facility coming to UBC
A state of the art training facility will soon be a reality for the UBC Thunderbirds baseball program and players across the Lower Mainland, thanks to an anonymous $3.5 million donation.
Interview with the Ubyssey
The Ubyssey sat down with UBC president Arvind Gupta as he nears the end of his first year in office.
Vancouver Sun Op-Ed: A New Era of Engagement in China
Upon returning from China, UBC President Arvind Gupta writes about the nation’s unprecedented level of meaningful two-way engagement.
UBC and Chinese universities sign landmark agreements on research, joint degrees and student exchange
The University of British Columbia has signed an unprecedented number of partnerships with leading Chinese universities that are expected to pave the way for greater academic and cultural exchange between Canada and China.
UBC Arts on Air Interview
Ira Nadel and UBC Arts On Air producers met with Arvind Gupta in February.
UBC Student Leader Recognition Event
UBC President Arvind Gupta thanked UBC student leaders for their service to the University
Vancouver Sun: UBC president heads to China
Arvind Gupta looks to attract international students, but also to build partnerships, discuss social issues