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APSC Rising Star: Liz Vasilkovs, Bachelor of Applied Science
Engineering: an exercise in failing, and learning from it. “Advocate for yourself and be confident — you are smart, talented, and your ideas deserve to be heard.” Seven years and one pandemic ago, I was on the cusp of beginning my university adventure. I was a hot shot high schooler ready to cruise through my […]
Dr. Walter Mérida elected fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering professor and Faculty Applied Science associate dean of research and industrial partnerships, Dr. Walter Mérida, has been named a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE). This prestigious honour recognizes Canadian engineers whose contributions to engineering and impact on society has been significant. Dr. Mérida is one of three professors in […]
New undergraduate research program CREATE-U kicks off in 2021
This summer the Department of Mechanical Engineering launches its innovative CREATE-U program, which provides participating students with paid lab research experience paired with instruction on research fundamentals. Originally set to launch the summer of 2020, the program was put on hold due to COVID-19. The program is intended to give students a taste of what […]
APSC Rising Star: Carlie Owen, MEL in Clean Energy Engineering
From oil and gasoline to thinking clean “The UBC learning environment including the professors, the students, the campus, the coursework contributed to a lifestyle shift that I hadn’t realized I was after. Sustainability has become a lifestyle and my career, a passion.”
Celebrating the Class of 2021!
Congratulations to the class of 2021! We’re excited for you to celebrate your university achievements, and to embark on your next chapter and the bright future ahead. If you couldn’t make the Virtual Graduation Reception and Awards Ceremony on June 1st you can watch the recording here, featuring words from Dean of Applied Science Dr. […]

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June 16, 2021
APSC Rising Star: Liz Vasilkovs, Bachelor of Applied Science
June 15, 2021
Dr. Walter Mérida elected fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering
June 14, 2021
New undergraduate research program CREATE-U kicks off in 2021
June 10, 2021
APSC Rising Star: Carlie Owen, MEL in Clean Energy Engineering
June 9, 2021
Celebrating the Class of 2021!

March 4, 2021
MECH Virtual First-Year Networking Event – March 17, 2021

February 16, 2021
3 Minute Thesis Heat – Feb 25, 2021

January 28, 2021
The Role of Ecological Sanitation as a Climate Change Solution – Feb 9, 2020 – Dr. Rebecca Ryals

January 13, 2021
Universal Well-Being Within Planetary Boundaries – Jan 26, 2021 – Dr. Julia Steinberger

January 11, 2021
Robotics – Evolution, Myths, Realities, and Current Trends – Jan 15, 2021 – Dr. Clarence de Silva

View all graduate awards here.
Call for Applications: Rio Tinto Graduate Scholarship – Deadline: June 7, 2021

Call for Applications: Aboriginal Graduate Fellowship Bridge Funding – Deadline: June 14, 2021

Call for Applications: Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program – Deadline: July 11, 2021

Call for Nominations: Sumaila-Volvo Graduate Prize In Environmental Sustainability – Deadline: April 30, 2021

Call for Applications: CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC CGS Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplements – Deadline: May 21, 2021

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