We are excited to recognize Marcus Lau, PhD candidate in Special Education at ECPS Department, for his contribution to Teacher Magazine (BC Teachers’ Federation publication). His article, “Curiosity, Care, and Collaboration: Empowering School-Based Teams in an Inclusive Classroom,” offers a thoughtful and analytically grounded reflection on the relational dimensions of inclusive educational practice. Drawing on […] Read More
Dear Colleagues, It is with profound sorrow that we share the passing of Dr. Bonita (Bonnie) Long, Professor Emerita in the Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education (ECPS). Dr. Long passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, in the arms of her husband, Dr. Robert (Bob) Schutz, also a longtime UBC faculty […] Read More
Congratulations to our three ECPS faculty members who have been inducted into the UBC Quarter Century Club. Drs. Anita Hubley, Bruno Zumbo, and Joseph Lucyshyn (retired August 2025), were honoured at the Annual Quarter Century Club celebration hosted on October 20th. The UBC Quarter Century Club was first established in 1996 by President David Strangway to […] Read More
The Learning in Digital Cultures (LDC) concentration in the HDLC M.Ed. program explores how digital technologies shape the way we learn, work, and connect. You’ll examine the relationships between people, technology, and digital environments, while tackling issues like digital inequality, algorithmic bias, and online risks. With a focus on social justice, culture, and Indigeneity, this […] Read More
“Turning Pages, Shifting Perspectives” is a reflective, community-centered book club that invites participants to explore powerful texts that challenge assumptions and broaden understanding. Together, we’ll read, discuss, and unpack stories that prompt us to question dominant narratives, shift our thinking, and grow—individually and collectively. This book club is open to all Faculty of Education faculty, […] Read More
“I strongly believe in community care. When we focus too much on the individual, we risk treating burnout and stress as personal problems, instead of recognizing them as collective challenges.” We are pleased to share a recent Q&A interview featuring Dr. Lianne Tomfohr-Madsen, ECPS Associate Professor in Counselling Psychology, and an investigator at the BC […] Read More
2024–25 UBC Graduate Teaching Assistant Award Winners We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of three exceptional graduate students who have been recognized for their excellence in teaching at UBC. These award recipients have demonstrated remarkable commitment, leadership, and pedagogical skill in their roles as teaching assistants, leaving a lasting impact on the students […] Read More