Find Your Pod: Celebrating 16 Years of Queer Joy at UBC Faculty of Education’s CampOUT! 2025
During the five-day-long retreat at Camp Fircom on Gambier Island, participants engaged in activities aimed at building leadership skills, finding their community and deepening their understanding of Queerness. Illustration by: Adriel Yusgiantoro / The Ubyssey Each summer, the UBC Faculty of Education’s CampOUT! brings together 2SLGBTQIA+ youth from across British Columbia and the Yukon […] More
UBC Faculty of Education’s CampOUT! 2025: An Evening of Support, A Future to Shape
On June 18, 2025, guests gathered for An Evening in Support of CampOUT!—an extraordinary celebration of generosity and purpose. This signature event raised more than $110,000, including over $23,000 from a spirited silent auction, all to ensure that CampOUT! continues to uplift queer, trans, and Two-Spirit youth across British Columbia. Read more in this piece from FolioYVR here. More
World Refugee Day: Honouring Stories, Building Solidarity
In recognition of World Refugee Day, the UBC Faculty of Education and CMS Borders research group are hosting a symposium highlighting the experiences of Afghan women in exile. The event explores how education serves as a tool for resistance, identity, and agency amid displacement and global struggles for justice. More
Education Library Update
The Education Library, located in the Neville Scarfe Building, will begin the relocation of stacks and services this summer as part of a broader UBC Library strategy to ensure sustainable library services across campus. What’s changing? From June 6, 2025 the section of the library that houses the stacks and collections will be closed to […] More
Three Education Alumni Recognized in the 2025 Sport BC Athlete of the Year Awards
Three Education Alumni Recognized in the 2025 Sport BC Athlete of the Year Awards The UBC Faculty of Education proudly celebrates these remarkable alumni who were recognized at the 2025 Sport BC Athlete of the Year Awards for their exceptional achievements and contributions to sport, education, and community. Their dedication and leadership exemplify the spirit […] More
Dr. Kristiina Kumpulainen named 2025 International Academy of Education Fellow
May 15, 2025 Dr. Kristiina Kumpulainen has been selected as a 2025 International Academy of Education Fellow Dr. Kristiina Kumpulainen has been named a 2025 Fellow of the International Academy of Education (IAE). This prestigious honour recognizes exceptional contributions to education through groundbreaking research, innovative teaching, and a steadfast commitment to advancing educational knowledge and […] More
Staff Appreciation Lunch | June 10, 2025
Event Description Dean Jan Hare warmly invites all Faculty of Education staff members to join us for a special lunch celebration. This gathering will honour the exceptional leadership, remarkable achievements, and invaluable contributions of our staff. It is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together, express our gratitude, and celebrate our collective accomplishments. The […] More
Book Talk with Jody Wilson Raybould and Carolyn Roberts | June 9, 2025
Event Description The UBC Faculty of Education and Peter A. Allard School of Law invite you to attend a powerful fundraising evening in support of the Hemas Kla-Lee-Lee-Kla Memorial Fund, featuring a thought-provoking book talk with Jody Wilson-Raybould, BA’96, JD’99, former Canadian Minister of Justice and author of “Indian” in the Cabinet, and Carolyn Roberts, BEd’14, […] More
Faculty of Education Alumni Reception at the 2025 CSSE | June 2, 2025
Event Description The Faculty of Education alumni engagement team invites you to attend the alumni reception hosted by Dean Jan Hare, PhD’01, after the Canadian Society for the Study of Education’s 2025 Conference in Toronto, Ontario. CSSE’s annual conference is Canada’s largest gathering of researchers, scholars, graduate students, and practitioners in education. The conference mandate […] More
Faculty of Education’s Spring Graduation Reception | May 22, 2025
Event Description The Faculty of Education alumni engagement team invites you to attend a reception at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre on Thursday, May 22 – directly after your convocation! The event will include a photographer, light fare, tea & coffee, and a chance to celebrate alongside friends, family, and fellow graduates. Date Thursday, […] More
Faculty Retirement Celebration | May 8, 2025
Event Description Faculty, instructors, graduate students, post-doctoral fellows, staff and members of our community are invited to a social gathering following the Faculty Meeting to celebrate the careers of the UBC Faculty of Education faculty members who are retiring this year. Join our community in recognising these brilliant and dedicated scholars and educators who have […] More
Staff Professional Development Session: Co-creating Effective Conversations | May 6 or 8, 2025
Workshop Do you want to have better, more successful conversations each and every day? Conversations that are productive, encourage creativity and engagement, generate solutions, improve relationships, and help attain goals? These are just a few of the benefits of co-creating effective conversations in the workplace. But what does it mean to be more curious, to […] More
Kay Anderson and Negar Khodarahmi receive 2024-25 UBC Faculty of Education Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
April 30, 2025 Congratulations to Kay Anderson and Negar Khodarahmi, recipients of the 2024-25 Faculty of Education Graduate Teaching Assistant Award The Faculty of Education Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) Awards are conferred annually to individuals who demonstrate exceptional teaching proficiency, highlighting the vital role of teaching assistants in graduate and undergraduate programs. Awardees are selected […] More
Dr. Shannon Leddy and Dr. Nancy Perry Awarded 2024-25 UBC Community-University Engagement Support Fund
April 16, 2025 Dr. Shannon Leddy and Dr. Nancy Perry Awarded 2024-25 UBC Community-University Engagement Support Fund The UBC Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) Fund, jointly administered by UBC Community Engagement and the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation, supports impactful, collaborative, community-based research, teaching and learning across British Columbia. It prioritizes projects that […] More
Dr. Sofia Noori Awarded 2024-25 Killam Teaching Prize
April 14, 2024 Congratulations to Dr. Sofia Noori, recipient of the 2024-25 Killam Teaching Prize Dr. Sofia Noori has received the 2024–25 Killam Teaching Prize, an honour awarded annually from the Killam General Endowment fund to faculty members nominated by students, colleagues, and alumni for teaching excellence. Dr. Noori is widely recognized for her outstanding […] More
Gizem Guryil and Carrie Peters receive 2024-25 UBC Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
April 8, 2025 Congratulations to Gizem Guryil and Carrie Peters, recipients of the 2024-25 UBC Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award In recognition of the important contributions Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTA) make to our programs, UBC annually presents the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award. Successful candidates have demonstrated teaching excellence and are highly regarded by undergraduate […] More
UBC Faculty of Education to Lead New Provincial Teacher Mentorship Pilot Program
March 31, 2025 The Faculty of Education in the University of British Columbia has been selected to lead British Columbia’s new provincial Teacher Mentorship Pilot Program (TMPP). The UBC Faculty of Education has been selected to lead British Columbia’s new provincial Teacher Mentorship Pilot Program (TMPP), a key initiative of the Ministry of Education and […] More
Dr. Anusha Kassan Appointed to the Myrne B. Nevison Professorship in School or Counselling Psychology
March 26, 2025 Dr. Anusha Kassan has been appointed to the Myrne B. Nevison Professorship in School or Counselling Psychology for a three-year term commencing July 1, 2025 The Faculty of Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Anusha Kassan to the Myrne B. Nevison Professorship in School or Counselling Psychology, effective July […] More
Fireside Chat with Prof. Emerita Verna J. Kirkness and Dean Jan Hare | March 26, 2025
Event Description Join us for a fireside chat with Prof. Emerita V. J. Kirkness, LLD’94 and Dean Jan Hare, PhD’01, hosted by Marny Point, BEd’02, MET’04! Prof. Emerita Verna J. Kirkness, also fondly known as Ni-Jing-Jada, the “Longhouse Lady”, was the first Indigenous director of the First Nations House of Learning at UBC, serving from 1987 to 1993. She […] More
2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject – School of Kinesiology
March 12, 2025 The UBC School of Kinesiology, together with the UBC Okanagan School of Health and Exercise Sciences, are ranked 2nd in North America and 5th globally for sports-related subjects according to the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) University Rankings has released its 21st annual edition, featuring over […] More
2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject – Faculty of Education
March 12, 2025 The UBC Faculty of Education is ranked 2nd in Canada and 11th in North America according to the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) University Rankings has released its 21st annual edition, featuring over 1,500 institutions across 105 locations globally. QS evaluates university rankings by subject using […] More
Call for Nominations: 2024–25 Dean’s Awards for Staff Excellence
About The Dean’s Awards for Staff Excellence were created in 2001 as an annual celebration of the Faculty’s appreciation for the valuable contributions of our staff. These awards are bestowed in recognition of excellence in personal and professional achievements and contributions to the vision, mission, and goals of the Faculty, and of the University as […] More
Dr. Sharon Stein Receives 2024 UBC Killam Faculty Research Fellowship
March 18, 2025 Dr. Sharon Stein has been selected as a 2024 Killam Faculty Research Fellow Dr. Sharon Stein has received a 2024 UBC Killam Faculty Research Fellowship, which recognizes outstanding research and scholarly achievements across diverse disciplines. This prestigious award, which is granted based on intellectual distinction, character, and personal qualities, enables faculty to […] More
Breakfast with the Dean | Staff Social | March 18, 2025
All Faculty of Education staff are cordially invited to this year’s breakfast social with Dean Jan Hare. Join us for an hour of conversation over freshly brewed coffee, a selection of teas and a continental breakfast spread. Date Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Time 9:00 – 10:00 am Location Room 2414 (fourth floor lounge) Neville Scarfe […] More
Community Update | March 2025
March 2025 | published once each term Message from Dean Hare Dear community members, As spring approaches, it is a meaningful time to reflect on our shared progress and welcome the new opportunities this season of renewal brings. The strength of our Faculty lies in the connections we build, the community we foster, and the […] More
Dr. Guofang Li Named a Fellow by the 2025 American Educational Research Association
March 6, 2025 Dr. Guofang Li has been selected as a 2025 American Educational Research Association Fellow Dr. Guofang Li, Professor and Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Transnational/Global Perspectives of Language and Literacy Education of Children and Youth, has been selected as a 2025 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Fellow. This prestigious honour recognises […] More
Advancing Anti-Racism and Resilience through Mentorship and Leadership: A BCBELA Black Leaders Symposium | February 15, 2025
Advancing Anti-Racism and Resilience through Mentorship and Leadership: A BCBELA Black Leaders Symposium This one-day symposium in partnership with UBC Connects and the BC Black Educational Leaders Association , will bring together racialized leaders, community advocates, and allies from diverse sectors and communities to engage in impactful conversations about equity and inclusion. Through keynote addresses, breakout […] More
2024-25 Global Speaker Series on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Inclusion | February 13, 2025
The UBC Faculty of Education Global Speaker Series on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Inclusion is an annual event that addresses some of society’s most pressing priorities by sharing and learning from stories from around the world. Host Join Dean Hare, an advocate for inclusive education, as she hosts Dr. Dennis Francis, a scholar, […] More
Cultivating Black Flourishing in K-12 Education | February 5, 2025
Dean’s Community Engagement Series Join Dr. Jan Hare, Dean and Professor, Canada Research Chair (Tier 1), Indigenous Pedagogy, for the fourth annual speaker series putting a spotlight on important questions and significant priorities that are engaging educators today. This virtual session will feature Dr. Marika Kunnas, Dr. Glory Ovie from the Faculty of Education, UBC […] More
Research Showcase and Celebration | January 28, 2025
We are excited to host the UBC Faculty of Education’s inaugural Research Showcase and Celebration, an event designed to foster connection, innovation, and dialogue across our community Research Showcase This event will feature faculty members’ research posters, providing a dynamic and social platform for researches to share insights and discuss innovative ideas. This gathering offers […] More
