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

Webcasts

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Enhance your understanding of compassionate and comprehensive care.

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How can we harness the power of AI to protect and improve our health?

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Learn how we can decolonize health-related research and practices.

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Learn about the promising future of cell therapies, regenerative medicine, and our health.

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Learn about different approaches to increasing and promoting healthy aging.

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Learn about gut health, how to eat to promote it, and the link between diet and medicine.

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Dr. Mary Jung discusses a local diabetes prevention program that’s making a big difference.

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UBC experts discuss their research on how to cultivate happiness in urban environments.

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UBC's University Killam Professors share their research on sustainability, literacy and more.

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Microbiologist Dr. Jasper Chan discusses his observations on the city’s COVID-19 successes.

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UBC experts discuss patient treatments, new health technology and efforts to end this illness.

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Get your energy and heart rate pumping during this Bhangra workout.