Archivist Paige Hohmann receives Leadership Award
Congratulations to Paige Hohmann, Archivist at UBC Okanagan Library and Okanagan Special Collections and Archives, on receiving a Leadership award at the 2024 Staff Awards of Excellence ceremony.
Equity Reads
Reading and talking about what we read is one of the most powerful ways to learn. By intentionally learning about the experiences of others, we can come together to fight for a better future for all of us.
Library service update regarding fines, fees and loan periods
UBC Library is implementing changes to its loan policies and fines structure, which will affect all library users on both Vancouver and Okanagan campuses.
Summer Reads
Summer break + Okanagan sunshine + beach days call for a good book! Our library staff have put together a list of popular reads from our collection for you to enjoy before the busy school year starts again. Explore this display on the library’s main floor until August 1 or find the books listed below […]
2024 Aspire-2040 Learning Transformations Funded projects
Congratulations to all recipients of the 2024 Aspire-2040 Learning Transformations fund.
Sharron Simpson Family Community Engagement Endowment Fund recipient: Sarah Craven
This year, Sarah Craven’s project “Cultivating Perspectives through Okanagan Literature” was awarded funding.
May 10 & June 3: Queer Zine Workshop and Fair
UBCO Library and Kelowna Museums have partnered to offer a Queer Zine Workshop and a Queer Zine Fair.
Robert Janke appointed Deputy University Librarian, Okanagan Campus
Robert Janke begins his five-year term as Deputy University Librarian, Okanagan Campus on April 1, 2024.
Open UBC hosts virtual showcase event for open educational resource creators
The steep cost of teaching and learning resources is a heavy burden for many students, but UBC faculty are finding new ways to lighten the load with open educational resources. This year, Open UBC is introducing a new way for UBC faculty, staff, and students to learn about these innovative projects.
Open Education Week 2024
Open Education Week at UBC starts on March 4! Check out all the exciting events coming up and learn more about Open UBC.