Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics

SNAP Math Fair comes to UBC Okanagan

SNAP Math Fair comes to UBC Okanagan

For the first time, UBC Okanagan will host a SNAP (Student-centred, Non-competitive, All-inclusive, Problem-based) Math Fair. This year, Rutland Middle School students have been invited to campus on Friday, March 11 to participate in the fair.

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Einstein victorious – proof of black holes collision

Einstein victorious – proof of black holes collision

UBC Okanagan Physics instructor Ben Tippett will discuss the finding that details how two black holes smashed together and produced a “sound” that we heard 12 sextillion kilometres away and what the discovery means for our understanding of the nature of the universe.

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Alum Joyce Epp’s academic journey in mathematics led her to a rewarding career saving lives with numbers
A research star is born

A research star is born

WE ARE MADE OF STARSTUFF is the belief made famous by […]

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Physics grad Steve Mairs asks big questions to answer some of life’s most compelling questions
High schoolers experience a day in the life at university

High schoolers experience a day in the life at university

Computer Science instructor opens doors and helps mentor future students.

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Stellar student researcher wins $10,000 leadership prize
Two outstanding UBC students receive Governor General Award

Two outstanding UBC students receive Governor General Award

Graduate student Melisa Lavallee and undergraduate student Kyle Noftall earn top honour for academic achievements.

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