Staff Holiday Lunch | December 3, 2024
Event Description The Office of the Dean (DNSO) and the Office of Research in Education (ORE) invite all Faculty of Education staff on the Vancouver campus to join us for the annual Staff Holiday Lunch. A catered lunch will be provided along with activities and games. Dress Code Wear your favourite holiday outfit that makes […]
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 […]
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 […]
Staff Professional Development Session – Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Workplace: Part 2 | November 26 or 28, 2024
Workshop Following the initial professional development session on AI in the workplace offered to Faculty of Education staff in April 2024, we invite you to continue exploring the rapidly evolving AI landscape. This session will help you navigate the complexities of AI in your professional context with critical insight. With updated guidelines from UBC and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Generative AI in K-12 Education | November 5, 2024
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. Chris Kennedy, Cari Wilson, and Jadyn Mithani of the West Vancouver School District. […]
2024-25 Dean’s Distinguished Lecture: Beyond the Algorithm: Generative AI in Education | October 29, 2024
Explore the transformative impact of generative AI on teaching, learning and research The 2024-25 Dean’s Distinguished Lecture, Beyond the Algorithm: Generative AI in Education, will delve into the transformative impact of generative AI on the educational landscape. Discover how advanced technology is reshaping the way educators craft learning experiences and how students and researchers interact […]
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 […]
Bannock and Tea | Staff Social | September 3, 2024
Event Description Dean Jan Hare warmly invites all Faculty of Education staff to our community gathering to celebrate the start of the 2024-25 academic year. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, welcome our new team members, and share in the excitement of our collective journey ahead. Enjoy a delightful spread of bannock, […]
