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The profs who changed us
The profs who changed us
AI for Social Good
AI for Social Good
AI is already deeply embedded in our lives, its rapid advancement stoked largely by commercial interests. Now relatively inexpensive to deploy, this potent technology is increasingly being applied to non-profit initiatives that have human wellbeing at heart, and to finding solutions for some of the most intractable problems facing our world.
High five
High five
Andini
Andini
Inventive mind, romantically inclined.
Under pressure
Under pressure
Anxiety and depression are widespread among students. Supporting mental health is a priority.
From Victorian to victorious
From Victorian to victorious
Téa Braun is fighting antiquated colonial laws that perpetuate the abuse of human rights.
Democratizing the lectern
Democratizing the lectern
Today’s students are active participants in their own education.
A learning renaissance
A learning renaissance
Potent new technologies are redefining education.
Share your top relationship advice with UBC Magazine readers
Share your top relationship advice with UBC Magazine readers
What makes love last? We’re asking. Weigh in by Feb. 4 and your response could be featured.
Should we be excited or worried about the rise of AI?
Should we be excited or worried about the rise of AI?
One pressing question, multiple expert perspectives.
The Empire Pool: A lengthy reign
The Empire Pool: A lengthy reign
For much of its 60 years, this beloved campus landmark dominated recreational life at UBC.
The Gen Z effect
The Gen Z effect
Step up physical activity with “exercise snacks” at work
Step up physical activity with “exercise snacks” at work
Stairclimbing between meetings can help improve physical health.
Our top 5 stories of 2023
Our top 5 stories of 2023
London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
15+ years ago, UBC alum Hana Dethlefsen took a trip to London — and fell in love.
Career in review: It’s time to create your own “Best of” list
Career in review: It’s time to create your own “Best of” list
As 2023 winds down, here’s a reminder to reflect on your own “greatest hits” of the work year.
UBC grad channels NHL dreams into research on youth concussion care
UBC grad channels NHL dreams into research on youth concussion care
This former professional athlete has faced a battle with post-concussion syndrome.
Gen Z at University | UBC Magazine
Gen Z at University | UBC Magazine
Most of today's university undergraduates were born in the 2000s. Like every generation before them, their formative years are being influenced by a distinct set of social conditions, significant events, opportunities, and challenges. What's it like to be a student today? What do Gen Z want from university? And how are universities helping them prepare for their (and our) futures?
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