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Building bridges for global health: UBC SPPH and Kenya’s AMIU sign landmark cooperation agreement
The UBC School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) and Amref International University (AMIU) in Kenya sign Statement of Cooperation to address global health challenges through collaborative research and education.
UBC SPPH PhD student Rodrigo Sierra Rosales receives the 2024/25 UBC Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
Congratulations to PhD student Rodrigo Sierra Rosales on receiving the 2024/25 UBC Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award!
UBC MPH student Evan Hall receives the Dr. Anne Crichton Award for Publication
Congratulations to Evan Hall, second-year Master of Public Health student, on receiving the Dr. Anne Crichton Award for Publication!
Drs. Patti Janssen and Martin Guhn leading interdisciplinary research clusters
UBC SPPH researchers Patti Janssen and Martin Guhn are among the recipients of new funding to help address some of the world’s most pressing health challenges through interdisciplinary collaborations.
Recognizing the 2024/25 Student Community Builders in the UBC Master of Public Health Program
This year, we extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the outgoing student facilitators Catalina Ionescu, Khushi Khandelwal, and Abita Venkatesh, who have done an exceptional job in encouraging student engagement and building community.
School connectedness critical for transgender and gender-diverse youth mental well-being
A new study reveals that transgender and gender-diverse youth experience significantly lower mental well-being compared to their cisgender peers, with school connectedness emerging as the most crucial factor for promoting their well-being.
UBC SPPH researchers receive seed grant funding for tackling critical health priorities in B.C.
UBC SPPH researchers Adam Esterbrook, Craig Mitton, and Paul Kershaw have been awarded funding under the Ministry of Health Research Seed Grant program for 2024/25, run in partnership with UBC Health.
International Transgender Day of Visibility
March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility, an intentional opportunity to celebrate and recognize the valuable contributions of trans community members – and reflect on how we can all contribute to trans inclusion.
UBC SPPH’s Dr. Khumbo Kalua awarded seed funding for Global South collaboration
Dr. Khumbo Kalua has been awarded $10,000 in seed funding to advance global collaboration in global health education.
Canada must step up as the global leader in pandemic preparedness
UBC SPPH’s Dean Regier discusses how Canada has the tools, the talent and the responsibility to lead.
SPPH Seminar: Teaching by Texting to Improve Maternal and Infant Outcomes
This seminar will present theoretical frameworks underlying the utility of text messaging as a strategy for changing health related behaviour.
More than Human: Partnerships and Pathways for a Healthier Planet
Dr. Kaylee Byers will be giving a presentation for the position of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Global Environmental Health on Monday, April 14th.
Enhancing climate change resilience and household nutrition for health in sub-Saharan Africa
You are invited! Dr. Daniel Amoak will be giving a presentation for the position of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Global Environmental Health in the School of Population and Public Health on Monday, April 10 at 10-11 AM (PDT).
Pathogens, people and power: from diarrhea reductionism to transformative Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
You are invited! Dr. Sarah Dickin will be giving a presentation for the position of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Global Environmental Health in the School of Population and Public Health.
Most B.C. youth aren’t meeting Canada’s movement guidelines—and it could be impacting their mental health
New study from UBC SPPH shows children are struggling to meet national recommendations for physical activity, sleep and screen time, but those who do report better mental health and well-being.
Celebrating the International Women’s Day 2025
International Women’s Day takes place annually on March 8 to recognize and celebrate cis and trans women’s achievements, challenge biases, and reflect on and advance efforts towards greater gender equality.
UBC SPPH researchers awarded $5 million through CIHR Project Grants
UBC School of Population and Public Health researchers have been awarded $5 million in federal funding to lead critical health research aimed at improving the lives of people across B.C., Canada and the world.
Book Launch: Effective Pandemic Response: Linking Evidence, Intervention, Politics, Organization, and Governance with Drs. Peter Berman and David Patrick
Join us for an engaging discussion on global health preparedness and response at the launch of Effective Pandemic Response: Linking Evidence, Intervention, Politics, Organization, and Governance.
The psychosocial dimension of environmental shocks: Findings and methodological adaptation for low- and middle-income countries
Dr. Ilan Cerna-Turoff will be giving a presentation for the position of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in Global Environmental Health in the School of Population and Public Health on Wednesday, March 12 at 10-11 AM (PST).
Let kindness grow — Pink Shirt Day is on February 26
The School of Population and Public Health encourages you to join this Pink Shirt Day 2025, and support this year’s theme “Let Kindness Grow”.
Honouring Black leaders who inspire public health researchers
In recognition of Black History Month, some of UBC SPPH’s faculty reflect on Black leaders who have influenced their work in public health.
SPPH Seminar: Examining the individual, community, and system-level impacts of innovative mental health and substance use services for youth in British Columbia: a multi-methods research program
You are invited! Dr. Kirsten Marchand will be giving a presentation on Friday, February 28 at 9-10 AM (PST).
SPPH doctoral students named UBC Health Equity Scholars
Chelsey Perry and Katherine White have joined the second cohort of Health Equity Scholars representing both UBC Vancouver and Okanagan.
Gathering Together: Indigenous Student Dinner hosted by Indigenous Leaders at PHSA/BCCDC and UBC SPPH
On January 20, the Indigenous Leaders at PHSA/BCCDC and UBC SPPH hosted its inaugural Gathering Together: Indigenous Student Dinner at the UBC Medical Student and Alumni Centre.
Black History Month
February is Black History Month. Explore events and resources at UBC to learn, engage and celebrate.
Meet our Alumni: Jessica Wakeling, Director, Clinical Operations, Fraser Health Authority
She says the Master of Health Administration helped her transition to a career in management.
Medicine, Colonialism, and Historical Complexity.
Over the past few centuries, European colonization of different parts of the world gradually changed the ways in which people everywhere theorized and practiced healthcare.
Dr. Jason Sutherland appointed Director, Centre for Health Services & Policy Research
Dr. Jason Sutherland has been appointed Director, Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, effective to October 31, 2029.
Meet our faculty – Heather Palis
Meet Dr. Heather Palis, an Assistant Professor (Partner) at the School of Population and Public Health.
SPPH Seminar Series: Preventing Childhood Asthma and Allergy: The Neglected Impacts of Antibiotic Stewardship and Human Milk Exposure in Infants
Preventing Childhood Asthma and Allergy: The Neglected Impacts of Antibiotic Stewardship and Human Milk Exposure in Infants.
Meet our Alumni: Mahdieh Bazyari, Safety Health and Environmental Manager at Unilever
Read to learn about Bazyari’s background, public health aspirations, and her reasons for selecting UBC’s MSc OEH Program.
Meet UBC SPPH’s new faculty – Ana Komparic
The School of Population and Public Health at the University of British Columbia welcomes Dr. Ana Komparic, Assistant Professor of Public Health and Applied Ethics.
Dr. Gina Ogilvie elected to Royal Society of Canada
Congratulations to Dr. Gina Ogilvie, a Professor of UBC’s School of Population and Public Health, on her induction into the esteemed Royal Society of Canada as part of the RSC College’s 2024 cohort!
Holiday message from Dr. Aslam Anis, Director of SPPH
As we prepare to bid farewell to 2024 and welcome the winter break, I want to take this opportunity to extend my heartfelt congratulations and deep gratitude to our community.
Advancing HIV Care: How UBC’s MHA Program helped Simon Rayek turn research into action
Simon Rayek has long focused on community-based research and health promotion around health outcomes for 2SLGBTQIA+ people, in particular HIV and AIDS.
Meet Our Alumni: Shayla Kaplen, Occupational hygienist
Read to learn about Kaplen’s background, public health aspirations, and her reasons for selecting UBC’s MSc OEH Program.
UBC Public Health researchers transforming evidence into impact with 2024 Health Research BC funding
Four projects led by researchers at SPPH have received new funding from Michael Smith Health Research BC through the 2024 Convening & Collaborating program.
Meet SPPH REDI Leader: Susan Cox
We speak with Dr. Susan Cox, Professor and Director of PhD and MSc Programs at SPPH, Interim Director of the Centre for Applied Ethics, and Chair of Biomedical Ethics of the Centre for Applied Ethics.
Congratulations to all SPPH’s 2024 fall graduates!
The School of Population and Public Health extends a heartfelt congratulations to our fall graduates on the completion of their degree from UBC!
Dr. Patricia Janssen honoured with Women Leaders in Digital Health Award
She is among ten female visionaries selected as Women Leaders in Digital Health 2024 by Digital Health Canada. This award recognizes those who are harnessing the power of IT to transform Canadian health and healthcare.