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 is to build connections among educational researchers and those in the field, including teachers, education assistants, school psychologists, school and school district administrators, and others. The four-day conference focusses on theory and praxis in every facet of education, including teacher education, educational psychology, curriculum studies, Indigenous […]
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 is also one of the founding members of the Native Indian Teacher Education Program (NITEP), the First Nations House of Learning, and the Ts”Kel graduate program. This gathering will feature meaningful discussions with the Indigenous Education Alumni Network, a Q&A session, and an opportunity to connect […]
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 sessions, and networking opportunities, we will: Empower racialized leaders to share their experiences, insights, and strategies for success. Build a supportive network that fosters collaboration and resource sharing across sectors. Advocate for change by addressing systemic challenges faced by racialized professionals and communities and promoting equitable […]
NITEP Alumni and Friends Reception and Reconciliation and Decolonization Alumni Award Presentation | December 13, 2024
Photo: 2023 NITEP gathering Event Description Dr. Jan Hare, Dean, and Dustin Louie, Director of NITEP, welcome you to the 2024 NITEP Alumni and Friends Reception and Reconciliation and Decolonization Alumni Award Presentation. Join us for a chance to re-connect with alumni and friends and to congratulate one of our Reconciliation and Decolonization Alumni Award recipients, Chas Desjarlais BEd’99, MEd’14. Date Friday, December 13, 2024 Time 4:30 – 6:00 PM Location Westin Bayshore Ballroom Room: Seymour Room 1601 Bayshore Drive Vancouver, BC V6G 3H3 Read More About our Reconciliation and Decolonization Alumni Award Recipients Chas Desjarlais, BEd’99, MEd’14 Chas, a nehiyaw-michif […]
Faculty of Education’s Graduation Receptions | November 27, 2024
Event Description The Faculty of Education alumni engagement team invites you to attend a reception at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre on Wednesday, November 27 – directly after your convocation! The event will include a light snacks reception, coffee, a photographer, and a chance to celebrate alongside your friends, family, and fellow graduates. Date Wednesday, November 27, 2024 Receptions 10:30 AM: Ph.D., M.A., Ed.D., M.Ed., M.E.T., M.M.Ed. 1:00 PM: BEd (Elementary), BEd (Elem&Mid), BEd (Middle Years) 3:30 PM: BEd (Secondary), BKin, M.H.P.C.T.L. Location Robert H Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Blvd Vancouver, British Columbia V6T 1Z1 – map Registration Questions […]
Developing Critical Generative AI Literacies in Education | November 12, 2024
Developing Critical Generative AI Literacies in Education A talk with Yvonne Dawydiak, BEd’91, MET’11 and Sonya Woloshen, BA’06, BEd’08 Join UBC alum Yvonne Dawydiak and Sonya Woloshen for an interactive online workshop focused on co-constructing Critical Generative AI Literacy and is intended to help attendees uncover key considerations for use while taking a play-based and socio-constructivist approach. The session offers opportunities for in-depth discussion and hands-on exploration to help attendees develop their understandings of the possibilities and challenges of Generative AI (GenAI) in education including how it might be used in K12 teaching and learning contexts. Everyone in attendance will be entered for […]
Indigenous Education Alumni Network Virtual Launch | October 8, 2024
Indigenous Education Alumni Network Virtual Launch Talk with Dr. Kyle Whyte on Indigenous Climate Justice Join us for an insightful online talk featuring Dr. Kyle Whyte, Professor of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan. Dr. Whyte, an esteemed scholar and advocate for Indigenous perspectives in environmental science, will explore the intersection of climate change, Indigenous knowledge systems, and environmental justice which are significant priorities for UBC’s Faculty of Education. Thank you for joining us. The event recording was viewable for 30 days. Date Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Time 5:00 – 6:00 pm PDT Location Online (Zoom) Speaker Kyle White, […]
UBC Faculty of Education Homecoming 2024 | September 21, 2024
UBC Homecoming: Faculty of Education Indigenous Art Walk The walking tour will showcase a dynamic collection of artworks that uncover layers of history around place, space, and identity at UBC. These pieces tell the story of the ongoing stewardship of the Musqueam People who have nurtured and protected their home for thousands of years. 11:00am tour (1 hour): intended for individuals comfortable walking and standing for an hour + (a 30 min variant is available) Starting at Brock Hall (1874 East Mall) – Victory Through Honour pole map Ending at UBC Book Store (6200 University Blvd) – Musqueam Post, sʔi:ɬqəy̓ qeqən […]
Zuhra Teja, BEd’96, MA’03 receives 2024 Alumni Educator of the Year Award | June 17, 2024
We are delighted to announce that Zuhra Teja, BEd’96, MA’03, has been selected as Alumni Educator of the Year by UBC Faculty of Education. The Alumni Educator of the Year Award was created in 2012 to recognize outstanding achievements by UBC Faculty of Education alumni who are making exceptional impacts in the lives of their students and learning communities. Zuhra Teja, BEd’96, MA’03 Alumni Educator of the Year 2024 Dr. Zuhra Teja has dedicated herself to improving the success and wellbeing of students facing diverse challenges that extends to children with autism, complex disabilities, refugees, and those living in unstable or under-resourced […]
MONOVA Reception | July 9, 2024
Dr. Jan Hare, PhD’11, Dean, invites all Faculty of Education alumni and staff to attend a reception at the Museum of North Vancouver on Tuesday, July 9. You’ll get to explore the gallery exclusively, enjoy some light refreshments, and connect with UBC Education Alumni. Plus, discover fascinating tidbits about North Vancouver’s past. Date Tuesday, July 9, 2024 Time 6:30 to 8:00 pm PDT Location MONOVA: Museum & Archives of North Vancouver 115 Esplanade W North Vancouver, BC V7M 0G7 Registration Questions? Please contact Michael C S Murphy, Associate Director, Alumni Engagement at education.alumni@ubc.ca.
