Careers

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Support new UBC graduates by sharing your career stories and advice by May 25, 2025.
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Romance is in the air — and on the page.
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An accident spawned three years of research on polymers — and a new career trajectory.
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Approaching work with a joyful mindset can change everything. Here’s how.

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UBC research shows how staying in touch can have big benefits for both employees and employers.
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Envious bosses potentially target stand-out employees with a reputation for creativity.
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A UBC alum and career strategist shares how to tap into the power of reframing.
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How do you prepare for launching or further developing your career?
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Science-backed strategies that can help you generate more good fortune at work and beyond.
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In Canadian, Hollywood, or Bollywood productions, these talents light up our screens.