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UBC Okanagan Campus

Gift supports Kelowna General Hospital and Biology Co-op education program May 19, 2017
A gift from the Colin and Lois Pritchard Foundation supports new diagnostic equipment at Kelowna General Hospital and a Biology Co-op education program at UBC Okanagan.
UBC’s annual Think Tank supports a bright future for Osoyoos Secondary School May 19, 2017
At this time last year, the fate of Osoyoos Secondary School was dire. Due to challenges with declining enrolment, the school was scheduled to close. However, the Rural Education Enhancement Fund provided funding and the school remains open.
Students hit the road to recruit future healthcare professionals May 18, 2017
A diverse group of university students from across BC and Canada recently spent a week in rural BC to inspire high school students to pursue future careers in healthcare.
Exercising can protect the brain from Alzheimer’s disease May 16, 2017
The evidence is clear. Physical activity is associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease, says a panel of researchers and not-for-profit leaders, led by UBC’s Okanagan campus.
Talk—don’t text—in times of stress, says UBC research May 15, 2017
A UBC researcher suggests it’s best to stop texting and instead make face-to-face contact when someone reaches out in need of support.

Aidan Lea earns spot on National Volleyball Team May 17, 2017
After just one year playing for the Heat Kelowna product Aidan Lea has been chosen to be a part of Volleyball Canada's Women's National Team.
Morgan Nichols will stay home and play for the Heat next fall May 17, 2017
George Elliot's Morgan Nichols will continue his athletic and academic pursuits in 2017/18 as he signs on to be a setter with the UBC Okanagan men's volleyball team.
Strathmore's Funk to join Heat May 15, 2017
The 6'7" Caleb Funk will add size to the front line of the UBC Okanagan men's volleyball team as a freshman for the 2017/18 season.