We are deeply saddened and concerned by the recent violence in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the tragic loss of lives across the region. The escalation of this longstanding conflict and developing events is intensifying distress and concern among members of our university community.
Our thoughts are with all of our students, faculty and staff with family, professional, and academic ties to the region. We encourage anyone who is feeling distressed directly or indirectly by this violence to reach out to available supports. UBC is committed to providing a safe, inclusive environment, with a shared value for peaceful relations.
Information about supports for students in Vancouver is available here:
- https://students.ubc.ca/support
- https://students.ubc.ca/health/counselling-services
- https://students.ubc.ca/about-student-services
Information about supports for students in the Okanagan is available here:
Information about supports for faculty and staff is available here:
Deborah Buszard
Interim President and Vice-Chancellor