The University of Northern British Columbia values the spirit of academic freedom, respect for others, and the willingness to recognize different perspectives. We commit to undertaking publicity efforts to share our knowledge with the world. We also commit to supporting our faculty, students and staff who do this work.
Story ideas
Do you have a story about UNBC to promote to external audiences? Before you call the media or post it to your social network, contact us to discuss some options. Communications has a large database of media contacts, access to the entire University website, and all of our institutional social media assets. We can ensure your stories are covered as widely as possible.
Media relations training
Faculty, staff and students are often asked to conduct interviews with local, provincial, national and even international media outlets. Our Communications team, staffed by several former journalists, can help you prepare and can provide advice so you can share your story effectively with a broad audience. We can also offer training for students who may never have had any media relations experience.
Web services
There are numerous opportunities to showcase stories on the UNBC website. Contact us to discuss options, including media releases, news announcements, event postings, internal web editing courses, and general web content development.
Web services and learning resources
Digital photo catalogue
Since September of 2002, all photos taken by Communications and Marketing have been shot and catalogued digitally. Program and department members are welcome to come to our office and browse the entire photo catalogue.
Knowledge sharing on Times Higher Education Campus+
UNBC is one of over 60 universities worldwide partnered with Times Higher Education (THE) Campus+, a knowledge-sharing platform that provides resources for academics around the world. UNBC members can access resources and advice on teaching and learning, research, early career advice, student success and much more. UNBC faculty, staff and students are invited to contribute opinion pieces, written resources, and/or videos related to the key areas.
How to submit your work for THE Campus+
Support for harassment, trolling and doxxing
In the course of sharing research and knowledge through various publicity means, faculty, students and staff may become subject to various forms of harassment, particularly online. This section provides some advice and resources.