Michaela Kelly

Sep 26, 2024 | news.ubc.ca | Michaela Kelly

For Bailey Johnson, a Métis educator from Penticton, becoming a teacher was more than just a career choice—it was a personal mission rooted in her own experiences. Growing up in the public school system, she saw firsthand the absence of Indigenous education and felt the impact of that gap. Motivated by the desire to make learning more inclusive and culturally meaningful, Johnson pursued her passion for teaching through UBC’s Indigenous Teacher Education Program (NITEP).

Sep 19, 2024 | news.ubc.ca | Michaela Kelly

UBC is welcoming another cohort of Indigenous students into its campus community during annual Indigenous Student Orientation programming at UBC Vancouver. Each year, the First Nations House of Learning (FNHL) organizes orientation events that go beyond providing a tailored introduction to university life. FNHL allows a space for First Nations (status or non-status), Métis and Inuit students to make connections and help them get acquainted with the comprehensive services available to them.

Sep 4, 2024 | news.ubc.ca | Michaela Kelly

As students return to campus for another academic year, the University of British Columbia is reinforcing the importance of community care as part of the university’s comprehensive approach to substance-use health and harm reduction. “The health and safety of our university community is our highest priority.

Sep 4, 2024 | news.ubc.ca | Michaela Kelly

1. If you suspect toxic drug poisoning, first contact 911 immediately. At UBC Vancouver, follow-up with a call to Campus Security for first aid at 604-822-2222. Campus Security can also be reached via an Emergency Blue Phone, which are located across the Point Grey campus. At UBC Okanagan, follow-up with a call to Campus Security for first aid at 250-807-8111. Campus Security can also be reached via an Emergency Blue Phone, which are located across the Okanagan campus. 2.

Aug 26, 2024 | news.ubc.ca | Michaela Kelly

As September grows closer, UBC comes alive with the return of thousands of students to campus. While the image of young adults starting the academic year may come to mind, UBC also welcomes over 850 learners who haven’t even started primary school yet!These children are part of UBC’s renowned child care program, which prioritizes parents and guardians who study, work, teach and research in the campus community. It operates 33 licensed locations across its Vancouver and Okanagan campuses.