Global and International Studies Assistant Professor Dr. Luna K C has been awarded a $50,000 Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS) Grant for an innovative research initiative aimed at combatting online gender-based violence.

Sustainable fish populations depend on resilient ecosystems. With climate change, habitat loss and other environmental pressures posing significant threats to both fish stocks and their habitats, researchers at UNBC’s Quesnel River Research Centre (QRRC) are working to understand the impacts of those pressures on salmon and develop strategies to preserve salmon species for future generations.

UNBC History major Megan Yaskow received the W. Kaye Lamb Award earlier this year for Best Student Work for her research on the 1958 British Columbian centennial’s role in shaping Prince George’s identity. Through hands-on experiences at the Northern BC Archives and local museums, Megan developed a deep interest in public history and heritage studies, which continues to inspire her academic journey.

UNBC celebrated the promotion of 15 faculty members, including Dr. Indrani Margolin and Dr. Caroline Sanders, who have achieved the rank of full professor.

The UNBC Community came together for a discussion on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action. Dr. Daniel Sims discussed UNBC’s progress, followed by a panel that highlighted non-Indigenous responsibilities in advancing reconciliation.

UNBC received high marks in categories related to faculty excellence, research funding and investments in key areas like student services as part of its second overall finish in the Primarily Undergraduate category

UNBC achieved its highest scores in three of the five categories that make up the annual Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Dr. Alex Cuba, Grammy Award-winning musician and UNBC Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree recipient, will return to UNBC’s Prince George campus for an intimate concert on November 9.

Celebrating the contributions of women at UNBC, including Indigenous leaders Dr. Deanna Nyce and Chancellor Darlene McIntosh, who are advancing education, inclusivity and reconciliation in the University community and beyond.