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Monday, December 8, 2025

A look back on communications in 2025 

From launching new websites to sharing stories about our people, our work and even a raccoon rescue, the Communications & Engagement team kept the VPFO informed,…
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Friday, December 5, 2025

Holiday safety & security tips from UBC Campus Security

With the holiday season coming around, UBC Campus Security has prepared some holiday tips to help keep our campus secure and keep yourself safe during…
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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Run, Hide, Fight | How to respond to an active threat 

Understanding what to do in the high-pressure reality of an active threat is important. If faced with an active threat, whether at UBC or elsewhere,…
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Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Protect yourself and others from the flu: Get the flu shot

Even healthy people can get very sick from the flu and spread it to others. Getting the flu shot is your best protection. Help share…
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Friday, October 3, 2025

Keep our shared spaces clean and welcoming: Check out the Classroom Usage Guidelines

Help raise awareness about proper usage of classrooms outside of class hours. Posters are being installed in General Teaching Spaces to encourage students to reset…
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Thursday, October 2, 2025

Drop, cover and hold on October 16 for ShakeOut!

Help share the news: the annual province-wide earthquake drill, ‘Great British Columbia ShakeOut’, takes place at 10:16 am on October 16, 2025. UBC Alert will…
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Friday, September 26, 2025

Disruptions to university cheque mailing due to Canada Post job action

The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has launched a national strike as of September 25, 2025. Please expect delays in mail delivery, including cheque delivery…
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Monday, September 8, 2025

Tips for VPFO file storage

At UBC, there are three options for secure file storage that can/are to be used for different purposes. Review the following recommendations for file storage…
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Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Spread the news: Safety Awareness Week is September 15–19, 2025

Help us promote Safety Awareness Week to keep our community safe and secure! Throughout the week, UBC Campus Security will set up information booths across…
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Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Help UBC be prepared with the Emergency Preparedness Communications Calendar

Help our UBC community be prepared and resilient! Use this calendar of emergency preparedness topics to share in your communications with students, faculty, staff, and…
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