Spotlight

By mid-century, it’s projected that about one quarter of Canadians will be at least 65 years old. More people living longer is a triumph of modern times, but those extra years need to come with good health, independence, and wellbeing. Find out how science and innovation are redefining what it means to grow old.

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

Videos

Recipients of the 2025 alumni UBC Achievement Awards

On November 6, 2025, we honoured nine inspiring members of the UBC community.

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre at night

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

A person in a mask standing in hazy air holds a hand to their forehead

UBC researchers examine the risks of extreme heat combined with air pollution.

Over-the-shoulder shot of a person looking at the alumni UBC Career Development page on a laptop

Just graduated? alumni UBC has you covered.

Researcher holding stir stick submerged in some liquid in a beaker

Thanks to this UBC invention, common drink-spiking drugs can be quickly detected.

Group shot of the 2024 alumni UBC Achievement Awards Recipient, with each individual holding their award

On November 19, 2024, we honoured eight inspiring members of the UBC community.

Yuri Zebroff standing on his farm property with mountains in the background

Our first-ever My Town video features a hidden gem in BC’s Southern Interior.

Collage of speakers' faces in TED Talk red

Meet five stellar researchers who will change how you think about nearly everything.

2023 alumni UBC Achievement Awards recipients holding their awards at the gala

On November 14, 2023, we honoured eight inspiring members of the UBC community.

Find out how FORWARD, the campaign for UBC, is shaping healthy societies.

Find out how FORWARD, the campaign for UBC, is creating a healthy planet.

Find out how FORWARD, the campaign for UBC, is advancing healthy lives.