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B.C. Liberal MPs poised for potential pipeline peril

Richard Johnston, a UBC political scientist, spoke to the Vancouver Sun for an article on the consequences that could follow a decision on the Kinder Morgan pipeline. Johnston said he […]

More sex assault cases under review amid controversy

CTV published a Canadian Press story quoting Emma Cunliffe, a UBC law professor, on the issue of training professionals in the Canadian justice system. The conversation comes as Justice Robin […]

Veterans officials highlighted cons, few pros on medical pot

Metro News published a Canadian Press story detailing documents that show Veterans Affairs Minister Kent Hehr was briefed on concerns and questions about medical marijuana but not on any potential […]

Young people left out of housing policy, advocates say

Metro News quoted Paul Kershaw, a professor at UBC’s School of Population and Public Health, for a story on ageism in the housing market. “We have to come up with […]

Journalists share their stories from the frontlines

Metro News interviewed Peter Klein, a UBC journalism instructor, for an article on War Stories, a multimedia event featuring work by journalists on the frontlines of war. “We wanted a […]

UBC seeks new ad agency

Business in Vancouver reported on UBC’s search for a new advertising agency and quoted Susan Danard, UBC’s managing director of public affairs. “Like all post-secondary institutions, UBC uses marketing to […]

Don’t fear the leapers says NDP’s new national director

The Tyee quoted UBC political science professor Maxwell Cameron for a story on the NDP’s new national director. Robert Fox took the top administrative job this week, coming to the […]

Eric Yoshida awarded Order of British Columbia

Nikkei Voice reported that Eric Yoshida, a UBC professor of medicine was awarded the Order of British Columbia, the highest distinction the province can give to a citizen. “For the […]

Pinto delivering the goods as struggling ‘Birds look to soar

The Province profiled UBC second-year football player Trivel Pinto and also quoted the team’s head coach Blake Nill. Last season during his team’s run to the Vanier Cup title, Pinto […]

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