On Feb. 19, UBC’s new Centre for Sport and Sustainability will co-host the third annual International Symposium on Sports Business with global impacts-assessment experts to analyze lessons learned so far […]
Feb 19, 2010
The University of British Columbia has launched a centre that will help future host regions learn from Canada’s experience hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
UBC has a number of experts ready to comment on the phenomena of “strategic nationalism” – where hockey fever can induce patriotism – the lightning quick mood changes within social media and the different faces of pride, from authentic to hubristic.
Feb 18, 2010
Prof. Joe Cutbirth, who teaches a course on Satire as News, believes Stephen Colbert came to Vancouver, in part, to make amends with Canadians.
Feb 17, 2010
Robert Hindmarch says every country that hosts the Games gets “pounded” by the media, after comments were made that the Vancouver Olympics could be among the worst ever.
Prof. Paul Cubbon talks about Resurfice Corp.’s image after its ice-resurfacing machines malfunctioned at the Olympic speed skating oval.
With Stephen Colbert arriving in Vancouver today, the University of British Columbia has faculty experts and a graduate student who can comment on political satire sponsorship and branding at the Winter Games.
UBC engineering student Aaron Coret was an avid freestyle snowboarder until a 2005 fall left him paralyzed. Coret used his accident as an inspiration and designed a Landing Pad to help snowboarders practice tricks more safely.
Stefan Dollinger, a UBC Linguistics professor, explains to the Today Show where the word “eh” comes from and why Canadians use it.
Feb 16, 2010
UBC Psychology professor Jessica Tracy can discuss the pride we feel as we celebrate gold medal performances, how we express these feelings and the purpose of them.
Paul Tennant, UBC professor of political science, comments on former Vancouver mayor Sam Sullivan’s character.
UBC’s Savvas Hatzikiriakos and Sheldon Green, whose research is funded by Own the Podium, develop solutions to give Canadian athletes a competitive edge.
Russian and American students at UBC will cheer on their respective women’s hockey teams when they face off at UBC Thunderbird arena today at 2:30 p.m. Some of these students are willing to share their Games experiences.
UBC’s Dr. Chris Zed, who is head of dental services for the 2010 Games, anticipates 800 athletes will get dental treatment during the Olympics.
Feb 15, 2010
The LA Times suggests visitors in Vancouver for the Winter Games explore the Museum of Anthropology and gardens on UBC campus.
Feb 14, 2010
As Vancouver returns to work for the first time after the start of the 2010 Winter Olympics, the University of British Columbia has faculty experts who can comment on how Vancouverites and businesses are coping with increased traffic.
UBC’s David Anderson talks about Vancouver’s reaction to the Winter Games and the atmosphere in the city.
Feb 13, 2010
Story tips and experts on romance and the Games, and Lunar New Year celebrations in Vancouver.
As Olympic competition gets underway, the University of British Columbia has related story ideas on the hockey venue, and the first medal awards. Two U.S. students at UBC involved in […]
At least three UBC students performing in today’s opening ceremonies are available to comment to media about their experiences immediately following tonight’s event. An expert on how people experience and remember large events is also available by phone.
Feb 12, 2010
An information source that gives journalists access to UBC’s expertise.