UBC Forestry
An Insight into the STEM Field with Forest Sciences Graduate, Sally Ou
From an impressive academic background in genetics to inspiring the next generation of young scientists, UBC Forestry Bachelor of Forest Sciences Alum Sally Ou shares her story on what drew her to the STEM field, the challenges and her advice for incoming students.
2021 ABCFP Awards Recognize Contributions from UBC Forestry
UBC Faculty of Forestry wishes to congratulate its esteemed award winners who received the Distinguished Forest Professional Award and Association of BC Forest Professionals (ABCFP) Magazine Best Article Award at this year’s virtual conference and AGM.
Improving Forest Management with Mathematical Modelling
A team led by the UBC Faculty of Forestry has upgraded the free version of a mathematical modelling tool that could ultimately improve forest management through improved decisions. With these changes, the updated tool is now an open-source resource, independent of all commercial software.
Peter Arcese Receives 2021 Elliot Coues Award
UBC Forestry would like to congratulate Dr. Peter Arcese for winning the 2021 Elliott Coues Award from the American Ornithological Society (AOS). The Award honours researchers who have displayed innovative and outstanding contributions towards ornithological research.
Kathy Martin Receives University of Prince Edward Island’s Distinguished Alumni Award
UBC Forestry congratulates Dr. Kathy Martin for receiving the Distinguished Alumni Award from her alma mater, the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI). The award is considered the university’s highest honour and the criteria for it is based on the university’s motto, “faith, knowledge and service.”
Meet Our New Embedded Counsellor for UBC Forestry Students
UBC Forestry warmly welcomes Nicole Adoranti, a Canadian Certified Counsellor, as our newly Embedded Counsellor for both the Faculty of Land and Food Systems and the Faculty of Forestry. Nicole holds a Masters of Education in Counselling Psychology and has been a counsellor in both private practice and the post-secondary environment.
Valerie LeMay Receives 2021 Canadian Forestry Achievement Award
UBC Forestry congratulates professor Valerie LeMay for receiving the 2021 Canadian Forestry Achievement Award from the CIF-IFC. The Award recognizes unique and outstanding forestry achievements in Canada and encourages excellence in the forestry profession.
Donors Support Enriched Education Program on Haida Gwaii
In a world where it’s easier than ever to shut out dissenting opinions and surround yourself with like-minded people, The Faculty of Forestry has developed a successful program that does just the opposite – and students love it.