Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Principal (Office of the)

UBC Okanagan Debates crowd brings ‘elbows up, gloves off’ attitude

UBC Okanagan Debates crowd brings ‘elbows up, gloves off’ attitude

What happens when trust in our closest ally starts to fray? At the latest UBCO Debate, four leading thinkers tackled the question of whether the United States is still Canada’s greatest partner—or its biggest problem. Featuring pointed exchanges, personal insights, and moments of real tension, the debate drew a live audience into questions of trade, sovereignty, cultural identity and trust in global systems.

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Your vote counts: Upcoming federal election and on-campus voting information

Your vote counts: Upcoming federal election and on-campus voting information

The federal election will take place on Monday, April 28, 2025, and I encourage all members of the university community to engage in the democratic process, including exercising their right to vote, if eligible.

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Spring update and Q&A with the Principal

Spring update and Q&A with the Principal

A message from the Office of the Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor

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Spring update and Q&A with the Principal

Spring update and Q&A with the Principal

A message from the Office of the Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor

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Canada’s evolving relationship with its American neighbours: Allies or adversaries?
20 Years of UBC Okanagan: Honouring our past, looking to our future

20 Years of UBC Okanagan: Honouring our past, looking to our future

On July 1, 2025, UBC Okanagan will mark a remarkable milestone: 20 years of teaching, learning, research and community advancement.

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UBC announces 2025 honorary degree recipients
Join Principal Lesley Cormack for a budget update on Jan. 24
Extension of appointment of Dr. Lesley Cormack as Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UBC Okanagan