News

UBC taking action to avoid future flood risks

This September, UBC will conduct some work on the forebay north of the stormwater retention pond behind EME. This will include removing some of the vegetation and adding infrastructure to support a more frequent maintenance cycle in this area. As the effects of climate change become more intense, the campus is more prone to flash […]

Aaron Mogerman appointed Director of Infrastructure Development at UBC Okanagan

We are pleased to share the exciting news that Aaron Mogerman has been appointed as Director of Infrastructure Development at UBC Okanagan effective May 6, 2024.  Aaron is returning to this role after taking some time to pursue other professional opportunities over the last couple of years.  With over a decade of experience at UBC […]

Masks and test kits available for UBCO community

Cloth masks, surgical masks and COVID-19 test kits are available for UBCO faculty, staff and students at no cost as long as supplies remain available. Masks and/or test kits can be picked up from the following locations: The Health, Safety and Environment office in LIB016 The Campus Security dispatch office in ADM104A Students can also […]

Campus Operations and Risk Management is Relocating

Effective Sept 28, 2022, the office of Campus Operations and Risk Management is relocating from the Campus Administration Building (ADM106). The team will operate remotely on a temporary basis, with no changes to service levels during this interim period. Campus Operations will relocate to the University House effective Oct 4, 2022, along with the Construction […]

Ben Johnson appointed UBCO’s Director, Campus Planning

We are very pleased to announce that an outstanding candidate for the position of Director, Campus Planning (UBCO) has been found. Ben Johnson will take on this important role for the Okanagan campus and joins the university with 20 years of planning experience at the City of Penticton and the City of Vancouver. Ben holds […]