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Q&A: A Conversation with Onyx Sloan Morgan

Q&A: A Conversation with Onyx Sloan Morgan

Dr. Onyx Sloan Morgan never imagined herself at a university—neither as a student nor as a professor—but she chose to attend the University of Victoria anyway in an effort to better understand the world. Fast forward to today where she is an Assistant Professor with the Department of Community, Culture and Global Studies as well […]

Why spotting a liar can be harder than you think

Why spotting a liar can be harder than you think

Vocal, visual clues are much less accurate at predicting the truth than previously believed

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Using technology to get ahead of wildfires

Using technology to get ahead of wildfires

Predictive tools help communities respond quicker to wildfires and build resilience throughout the year.

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Q&A: A Conversation with Jonathan Cinnamon

Q&A: A Conversation with Jonathan Cinnamon

Jonathan Cinnamon, Associate Professor with the Department of Community, Culture and Global Studies, began his post-secondary education later than most, following several years spent living and traveling abroad. Driven by a passion for exploring the world, Jonathan returned to Canada to pursue a degree in geography. His academic journey has since led him to teach […]

What credit card habits reveal about Canadian households

What credit card habits reveal about Canadian households

Age, education and even regional differences influence whether people pay […]

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Q&A: A Conversation with John Cho

Our next faculty profile features Dr. John Cho, Assistant Professor of Anthropology in the Department of Department of Community, Culture and Global Studies. Discover more about his background, research interests, and teaching philosophy. Can you tell us a bit about your educational journey? How did you come to pursue the field you are in? What led you […]

Mapping a crisis: UBCO student builds wildfire website from evacuation zone

Mapping a crisis: UBCO student builds wildfire website from evacuation zone

Innovative wildfire map helps raise awareness and support for those affected

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Indigenous language degrees move us a step closer to reconciliation

Indigenous language degrees move us a step closer to reconciliation

There is no single voice in this story. Only many […]

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UBCO students shine with top honours at graduation

UBCO students shine with top honours at graduation

Awards presented for leadership, inclusion and community involvement

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UBCO’s largest graduating class marks 20 years of growth

UBCO’s largest graduating class marks 20 years of growth

Campus honours 2,600 graduates and Indigenous language program milestones

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