VPS Staff

UBC Vancouver Graduate Student Listening Session Report

In September, we hosted a listening session with graduate students. Read about what we heard, and what we’re doing as a result.

Ainsley Carry awarded 2025 NASPA Pillar of the Profession

The NASPA Foundation award is one of the highest honours in the field of student affairs.

Elevating the student experience: one byte at a time

students.ubc.ca, a key central resource for all students on the Vancouver campus, was migrated to a modern, secure platform.

The blue are gold – Thunderbirds win their first national championship

For the first time in program history, the UBC Thunderbirds are U SPORTS Women’s Rugby champions!

Announcing the 2024/25 Strategic Initiative Funds Projects 

After a thorough review, 10 projects have been selected to receive funding through the 2024/25 VPS Strategic Initiatives Fund.

Thunderbirds honoured with major Canada West Conference awards

Rugby players Rachel Smith and Mya Koleba were honoured wth Players of the Year and Rookie of the Year awards at this year’s conference.

T-Birds top Vikes 51-22 to secure fifth consecutive Canada West Championship Title

The UBC Thunderbirds women’s rugby team jumped out to a 15-0 lead in the first 15 minutes and never looked back.

Impacts of the first VPS Strategic Initiatives Fund projects

Seven completed projects have provided greater understanding of student needs, and positive impacts on services and the student experience.

Enhanced resources available at UBC to help prevent overdoses

500 additional doses of nasal naloxone will be held in 250 new naloxone cabinets that were received from the province. These cabinets will be installed across UBC’s campuses and residence buildings.

Recognizing Janet Mee’s Contributions

Janet Mee, UBC’s Managing Director of Student Affairs, retires after 30+ years of service.