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Here’s how to conquer math anxiety and succeed this semester

So many people struggle with mathematics that there’s a term for the dread you feel when faced with a calculation: math anxiety. But the good news is, math doesn’t have to be scary.

Dr. Lindsey Daniels (she/hers), an assistant professor of teaching in the UBC department of mathematics, has some tips for high school and beyond to help students overcome their fear of fractions and succeed in the classroom.

Aug 29, 2023

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UBC experts on back-to-school season

UBC experts are available to comment on various school- and education-related topics as students head back to class.

Aug 28, 2023

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UBC experts on back-to-school season

UBC experts are available to comment on various school- and education-related topics.

Aug 29, 2022

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Children are entering a fourth school year in a pandemic — expert advice for parents

As children head back for a fourth school year with COVID-19, many parents are hoping their kids will be able to enjoy a mostly normal school experience. But with new variants circulating and respiratory virus season on the horizon, many also have concerns and questions about what the new school year will look like.  

Aug 22, 2022

Dale Abbey (left) and Dylan Anderson (right) from UBC Okanagan changing the air filters in an air handler to Merv 13, on the roof of the Commons building. Photo: UBC

UBC’s HVAC teams are making sure we can breathe easy

Part two in a series recognizing faculty and staff who are supporting UBC’s transition back to campus. In this update, we showcase the efforts of our colleagues who are working on HVAC systems to ensure safe building ventilation on campus.

Aug 6, 2021

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UBC experts on back-to-school season

UBC experts are available to comment on various education-related topics as children and families begin the school year under unusual circumstances.

Aug 25, 2020

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UBC experts on back-to-school season

UBC experts are available to comment on various school- and education-related topics as children and families begin another school year.

Aug 20, 2019

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Good sleep helps set kids up for success in school: UBC expert

With back to school just a few weeks away, parents are looking to get their children back into more regular sleep schedules to ensure they’re ready for the start of classes.

Aug 22, 2018

UBC experts on back-to-school topics

UBC experts on back-to-school topics

UBC experts are available to comment on topics related to back-to-school as B.C. begins its first full school year since a Supreme Court of Canada decision on class size and composition.

Aug 29, 2017

UBC experts on back-to-school issues

UBC experts on back-to-school issues

UBC experts are available to comment on back-to-school issues, including B.C.’s new K-12 curriculum, funding, bullying and more.

Aug 15, 2016

“Go for it”, says UBC’s oldest student

“Go for it”, says UBC’s oldest student

Like many new first-year UBC students Bernadette Chong commutes to campus by bus, is worried about making it to classes on time and is nervous about exams.

Sep 9, 2015

Back-to-school jitters? Helpful tips to help your children ease into the classroom

Back-to-school jitters? Helpful tips to help your children ease into the classroom

The start of a new school year can be especially daunting for children who are starting kindergarten or high school.

Aug 31, 2015

Hands off my Internet, Dad

Hands off my Internet, Dad

Along with notebooks and pencils, students are also increasingly packing smartphones and tablets in their school backpacks.

Aug 26, 2015

Why student chitchat can actually be a good thing

Why student chitchat can actually be a good thing

Talking in class is often frowned upon, but what if student chatter is actually beneficial?

Aug 25, 2015

The newbie’s guide to money management

The newbie’s guide to money management

A UBC expert offers tips and tools to help first-year students get a solid grip on their finances.

Aug 14, 2014

A university parent’s back to school companion

A university parent’s back to school companion

A UBC student offers five tips for parents new to the university experience

Aug 12, 2014

Destination UBC

Destination UBC

More than 1,500 international incoming first-year students have left their homes to travel to UBC. They are the first students to arrive on campuses to begin their orientation.

Aug 15, 2013 - by Heather Amos

Takin’ it to the streets

Takin’ it to the streets

The Hungry Nomad, Canada’s first university-run food truck, is UBC’s contribution to Metro Vancouver’s growing street food scene.

Aug 14, 2013 - by Corey Allen

UBC experts for back-to-school stories

UBC experts for back-to-school stories

Here is a list of UBC experts available to comment on kindergarten to Grade 12 and post-secondary education issues.

Aug 12, 2013

Top 10 campus gems

Top 10 campus gems

UBC’s stunning landscapes are constantly changing. Here is a gallery of destinations worth visiting on UBC’s two campuses in Vancouver and the Okanagan once winter session begins.

Aug 12, 2013