Dr. Toni Schmader named next Head of UBC Psychology
This three-year appointment marks a new chapter in the department’s history.
UBC Psychology gains Canada Research Chair in Clinical Child Psychology
Dr. Amori Mikami, known for her research on childhood peer relationships and ADHD interventions, is one of UBC’s new Canada Research Chairs.
UBC Psychology Community Pantry: Give what you can, take what you need
Food insecurity on campus is a pressing issue that affects student well-being and academic success. To help address this in the psychology community, Dr. Lily May and Andre Zamani launched a community pantry.
MA student Kiarah O’Kane receives prestigious Vanier Scholarship
Scholars demonstrate leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies in the social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.
StEAR Funding awarded to three psychology projects
Three psychology projects have received funding to advance the department’s equity, diversity and inclusion goals and priorities.
The intersection of culture and cuisine: How food shapes our identity
Dr. Norenzayan on how food connects us to cultures beyond our own and helps us strengthen our identities.
2024 Giving Day: The PIE fund creates a more inclusive learning experience for psychology students
The Psychology Inclusive Excellence Student Fund supports students from marginalized backgrounds with funded research opportunities in our department.
Update: UBC Psychology EDI Committee policy on statements of support
The aim of any statements will be to provide support for Department members’ mental health and wellbeing, to hold space for respectful conversations, and to facilitate dialogue and understanding.
UBC Psychology researcher Dr. Amori Mikami awarded the CIHR Project Grant Program
The CIHR Project Grant Program funds health-related research to encourage diverse ideas and collaborations across disciplines and advance global health.
Resources and support for the UBC Community amidst geopolitical tensions
The University of British Columbia’s Office of the Provost & Vice-President Academic issued an announcement in response to the current geopolitical tensions between Canada and India.