Factory-built homes could help cities with tight housing markets
Cities facing housing shortages should encourage more modular construction to increase options for prospective homebuyers and renters, a UBC researcher says.
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Avcorp Industries and UBC agree to pursue innovative partnership
Avcorp Industries and the University of British Columbia have agreed to explore the establishment of a Learning Factory for Advanced Composites at UBC’s Okanagan campus.
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Wood mulch can help in climate change fight
In addition to looking nice, covering soil with wood mulch can actually help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, UBC research shows.
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Ranch life cultivates supply and resource management research for Barbara Marcolin
RANCHING AIN’T EASY. It requires balancing everything from digging ditches, […]
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UBC celebrates graduates and student accomplishment
After a year of celebration at UBC Okanagan, the last hurrah takes place this week as the campus recognizes one of its largest graduating classes—more than 1,600 students will cross the stage to accept their UBC degree.
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UBC research targets oil and gas pipeline safety
A recent UBC study could make it easier for oil and gas companies to prevent pipeline failures.
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UBC celebrates ‘exemplary role models’ who make a difference
The best of the best were honoured at a special ceremony at UBC Okanagan this week.
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The ball’s in Laura Marcolin’s court
A SELF-CONFESSED ‘NERD FOR SCHOOL’ is playing co-rec basketball in […]
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Health policies not culturally inclusive, UBC research finds
Aboriginal people feel isolated in many parts of Canada’s health care system, UBC research has found.
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Ride-share incentives capture Live Case Argus Cup
Incentivize and they will share rides.
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