Spotlight

Political observers have noted an ongoing global decline in democracy over the past two decades. And now, the world’s most powerful nation is led by a president who is openly challenging the democratic ideals on which it was built. What are the roots of this backsliding, and how can democracy be strengthened for the 21st century?

alumni UBC’s afterwords is a digital conversation series that shares the stories of some of UBC Okanagan’s extraordinary alumni.

UBC grads defining the future

One pressing question. Multiple expert perspectives.

Insider travel tips from alumni around the world

Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon reflects on the people and places shaping UBC

Stories, advice, and snapshots of life from UBC Magazine readers.

A glance into UBC’s past

Winning entries from our annual writing contest for UBC alumni

More show, less tell

Q&As featuring well-known individuals with a UBC connection

Community

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How far did you go to save a buck? Share your story and it could be featured in UBC Magazine!

Asian man stands in garden in front of stone ornament

Curator Ryo Sugiyama tends a living bridge between Japan and Canada.

Test

Once nearly lost, this beloved concert hall lives on as a hub of community and culture.

Books and paraphernalia in a display case

This free display features artifacts from every decade of UBC’s history at Point Grey.

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Jonathon Braun (JD'15) has always loved games.

Man in coat stands in front of trees and building

A UBC professor asserts that all landscapes and design choices are political choices.

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Experience campus through the stories of those behind the scenes who keep it running.

Man sits at table typing on laptop

Dean by day, cruciverbalist by night.

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre at night

Why this fall is the perfect time to revisit the alumni centre and UBC’s Vancouver campus.

Man in lab coat stands in lab

A UBC physics student would develop a breakthrough, protecting billions of people.