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Dialogues
Learn, discover, and contribute
UBC is shaping the future with research that advances healthy lives, a healthy planet, and healthy societies. Throughout the year, alumni UBC hosts UBC Dialogues webinars and events in these important areas, to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, and better connect alumni and friends with UBC.
THIS PROGRAM IS MADE POSSIBLE BY THE PRESENTING PARTNERS OF FORWARD, THE CAMPAIGN FOR UBC
WITH ONGOING SUPPORT FROM THE ALUMNI UBC PILLAR PARTNERS
Past UBC Dialogues
Making cities equitable and inclusive
From urban design to democratizing civic planning, how can cities ensure that all citizens have equitable access to services and a better quality of life, strengthen connections, and develop a sense of belonging?
Happier cities: what’s the secret?
Three UBC experts discuss how to cultivate happiness in urban environments, sharing insights from their research into cities, health, and well-being.
Developing desirable workplaces
What kind of world of work do we want to build? What obstacles or surprises might lie ahead? What could, and should, the future of work look like? UBC Sauder School of Business Assistant Professor, Kevin W. Lee discusses these questions and more.
Empowering diabetes prevention
Expert Dr. Mary Jung from UBC’s Okanagan campus speaks about the community-run diabetes prevention program Small Steps for Big Changes, which helps those with prediabetes develop tools to make lasting dietary and fitness changes to lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Powering a sustainable future
At UBC’s Okanagan campus, Dr. Jian Liu and his team are designing batteries that will be safer, longer lasting, more efficient, and more affordable. Watch this webinar to find out about how we can create a stable supply chain, ensure energy security, develop a circular economy, and more.
When food becomes medicine
While we know that certain foods are good for us while others are detrimental, what’s the science behind this dietary wisdom? At this webinar, find out the answer from UBC experts.
MEDTalks: Ensuring healthy aging
Aging inevitably affects us all, including our loved ones. So how can we ensure optimal health as we’re getting on in years? Hear from five top UBC researchers and experts to learn about different approaches to increasing and promoting healthy aging.
Make more happiness
We could all use more joy in our lives. But did you know that happiness isn’t found but made? Learn from renowned happiness expert and UBC psychology professor Dr. Elizabeth Dunn about how your everyday choices about time, money, and technology can cultivate happiness.
Mapping out modern morality
As our world rapidly evolves with social changes, new technologies, and other developments, how do we apply morality to emerging or unprecedented situations? Forward thinker and moral navigator Dr. Azim Shariff draws upon scientific data and moral psychology to explore topical questions we don’t yet have answers to.
Indigenous youth: Nurturing the next generation
Hear from three Indigenous speakers who mentor Indigenous youth to share knowledge in their communities and beyond, and to help youth strengthen connections to their culture —and to each other.
Fostering resilient forests
Learn how we can all ensure a healthy future for our forests and ourselves from Dr. Suzanne Simard.
Feeding the world sustainably
In this webinar, a UBC researcher shares ideas, perspectives, and expertise on how we can help shape our future of food.
Using cells to improve health
Attend this session by the award-winning UBC stem cell engineer and synthetic biologist Dr. Nika Shakiba to learn more about the promising future of cell therapies, regenerative medicine, and our health.
Revitalizing Indigenous language
Learn about the inspiring accomplishments of Dr. Armstrong at this webinar that illustrates how we can ensure encouraging futures for Indigenous languages, cultures, and people.
Decolonizing mental health
In this webinar, UBC’s Dr. Cash Ahenakew shares valuable insights about the vital subject of supporting Indigenous mental health and well-being.