Society & Culture
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New Indigenous parenting app provides culturally grounded parenting advice
Two-Eyed Seeing for Parents app combines Okanagan Nation traditional values and practices with contemporary parenting resources.
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Facebook Marketplace is home to steals and deals—and serious trust issues
A new study conducted by UBC researchers sheds light on the intricate web of trust, privacy and safety factors shaping users' experiences on Facebook Marketplace.
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E-bike incentives prove to be worth the investment
A rebate program for e-bikes significantly reduced car travel and carbon emissions, according to a new UBC study.
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New book supports teenagers’ decision making
A new book, Sorting It Out: Supporting Teenage Decision Making, aims to provide a framework for parents and other adults to help support pre-teens and teens in making choices.
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New Chung | Lind Gallery brings B.C. histories together at UBC Library
An achievement in visual storytelling, the Chung | Lind Gallery features both rare treasures from the collections and modern marvels.
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Radically inclusive new nightlife scenes emerge from ashes of closed gay bars
UBC sociologist Dr. Amin Ghaziani's new book explores how queer, trans and racial minorities are replacing traditional nightlife with radically inclusive parties.
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Unprecedented field work leads to new book about how to stop youth suicide from spreading
UBC sociologist Dr. Seth Abrutyn gained insight into suicide contagion through years of field work in a small U.S. community which he calls Poplar Grove. We spoke with Dr. Abrutyn about the work.
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Keeping in touch: Why businesses are cultivating relationships with former employees
New research from UBC Sauder shows that cultivating the bonds between corporate alumni and organizations can have big benefits for both sides.