Insights into EDI at UBC Psychology
What is the future of equity, diversity and inclusion at UBC Psychology, especially for Black and Indigenous students? Hear from Dr. Amori Mikami, the associate head of EDI!
Teaching and Learning Enhancement Funds awarded to Dr. Simon Lolliot and Dr. Benjamin Cheung
The TLEF supports UBC’s strategic plan Shaping UBC’s Next Century, by advancing transformative learning at the university.
The Erasure of Blackness from Psychology
While February is internationally celebrated as Black History Month, the importance of Black voices is consistently and systemically undermined in academia, writes Khushi Mehta.
Alumni spotlight: Julia Boyle is advocating for the autism community in BC
Julia joined AutismBC in 2018 with a goal of making an impact. The impact of Julia’s leadership will benefit families and children with autism directly.
Introducing the inaugural EDI Dialogue & Learning Series newsletter
This issue focuses on ‘Indigeneity in the Classroom at UBC: Inclusion and Representation’.
Diversity Mentorship Program receives funding from Equity Enhancement Fund
The Diversity Mentorship Program is part of the department’s commitment to increase inclusivity.
Exposure to stereotype-relevant stories shapes children’s implicit gender stereotypes
In a Q&A, Dr. Andrew Baron shares how language impacts the development of implicit stereotypes and how short stories can shape children’s bias.
What’s the big deal? Here’s why microaggressions matter
In a UBC Beyond feature, Dr. Nancy Sin shares how microaggressions harm our health.
Psychology researchers receive 2022 Michael Smith Health Research BC Awards
Dr. Frances Chen and Dr. Liisa Galea received 2022 Convening & Collaborating Awards to advance their research.
Q&A with Dr. Nancy Sin: How mentorship programs create inclusion
In a Q&A, Dr. Sin shares her motivation behind creating the Diversity Mentorship Program and the new program enhancements.