Meet Our Alumni: Olivia Martiskainen
Meet Olivia Martiskainen, co-winner of the 2025 Walley Lightbody Award in Law: Name: Olivia Martiskainen Program: Economics Graduated: June 2025 What drew you to this program, and how did it shape your academic path? I was drawn to the department for its interdisciplinary approach, which allowed me to explore the connections between economics, political science, […]
Meet Our Alumni: Mihai Covaser
Meet Mihai Covaser, co-winner of the 2025 Walley Lightbody Award in Law: Name: Mihai Covaser Program: Bachelor of Arts double major in Philosophy, Political Science and Economics, and French Graduated: June 2025 Hometown: Kelowna, British Columbia What drew you to this program, and how did it shape your academic path? I was attracted to the […]
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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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
There is no single voice in this story. Only many […]
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Mihai Covaser wins Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for Inclusion, Democracy and Reconciliation
For many, Mihai Covaser is a prime example of the value of always putting the emphasis on what we can do, rather than what we cannot do. Covaser, who graduated from UBCO yesterday with a Bachelor of Arts double major in Philosophy, Political Science and Economics, and French, is a top student and recognized leader […]
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
Campus honours 2,600 graduates and Indigenous language program milestones
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Stranger things: how Netflix teaches economics
A new study co-authored by UBC Okanagan’s Dr. Julien Picault […]
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Expand your mind through ancient brain science
Professor connects expertise in neuroanatomy with his passion for student performance and academic equity
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