Featured Projects
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Bimema Family Award in Teacher Education
UBC Faculty of Education stands firm and united with those impacted by the systemic violence and anti-Black racism against Black communities in Canada. This fund was created by Dr. Bathseba more
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Mahesh K. Upadhyaya Plant Science Graduate Scholarship
Student awards are critical to ensuring that students are able to get the most of their studies in the Faculty of Land and Food Systems. By supporting the Mahesh K. more
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Animal welfare – and a cat called Mouse
Diane Haynes has a passion for animal welfare — a passion that started many years ago and inspired her to establish a scholarship at UBC to support graduate students whose research is aimed at reducing animal suffering. more
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Someone in their corner: A law student’s dedication
For law student Sophia Matthew, her experience in a law practice showed her vividly how someone who can navigate the legal system can help those in need. PHOTO BY SAPHREN LISE more
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A Four Pillars Legacy: The Philip Owen Professorship in Addiction Medicine
In honour of former Vancouver Mayor Philip Owen’s visionary approach to drug addiction, the St. Paul’s Foundation — with the support of Philip Owen’s friends and colleagues — has established the Philip Owen Professorship in Addiction Medicine at UBC. more
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Project Seahorse: Award-winning marine conservation
At UBC, donors have a direct impact on our world by helping to make many kinds of research project possible. One example is Project Seahorse, a unique conservation initiative whose director, Dr. Amanda Vincent, recently won the 2020 Indianapolis Prize for animal conservation. more
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Lina Zdruli: VRefugees, an empathy building tool
For Syrian refugees escaping to the west, migrating across the Mediterranean Sea is a life or death circumstance, with no certainty of arriving on welcoming shores. Capturing this perilous journey in virtual reality has been the work of UBC alumna Lina Zdruli, with her VRefugees project. more
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Donations to the Women’s Health Research Cluster
Your donations will support the ongoing operation of the cluster by funding key roles including our network manager and trainees who form the backbone of our organization. In addition, donations more
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Azita Darabian’s love of Pharmacy: the ideal mix of science and community
Azita Darabian loved pharmacy for its mix of science and community. When she passed away at the early age of 51, her family created a legacy to honour her memory. more
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Faculty Specific Funds
While the university has set forward its priorities for the UBC President’s Pandemic Recovery Initiative, some faculties have additional funds that are available to support their students. more
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The Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Student Emergency Fund
COVID-19 has upended the lives of many students across the university, and UBC Applied Science is doing everything possible to support students facing sudden, unexpected financial hardships that could more
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Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Impact Fund
Nurses, engineers, architects and planners at the centre of the COVID-19 crisis are in urgent need of your support. Donate now to help UBC Applied Science experts develop immediate and more
