Global Message

Wishing Rehan farewell

Wishing Rehan farewell

I’m pleased to invite all faculty and staff to join us in wishing farewell to Provost and Vice-President, Academic, Dr. Rehan Sadiq.

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Leadership transition for UBC Okanagan Provost and Vice-President, Academic portfolio

Leadership transition for UBC Okanagan Provost and Vice-President, Academic portfolio

It is with mixed emotions that we wish to announce the upcoming departure of Dr. Rehan Sadiq from his role as Provost and Vice-President, Academic at UBC Okanagan, effective September 30, 2025. Dr. Sadiq has accepted an exciting new opportunity at Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan, where he will serve as Provost.

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Welcome back: Fall Town Hall and BBQ 2025

Welcome back: Fall Town Hall and BBQ 2025

As we get ready to welcome our students to campus in September, please join me on Tuesday, August 26, for our annual faculty and staff welcome back events.

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Supporting our community during the Peachland wildfire
In a challenging year, your contributions shine through
Help shape UBCO’s academic future

Help shape UBCO’s academic future

Dear colleagues,

We are at a significant juncture in UBC Okanagan’s journey. As we look ahead to the next 20 years, we are asking important questions about who we are academically and who we want to become.

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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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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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