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Presidential Search Update
Following the approval of the Terms of Reference by the Board of Governors and the Senates, I am pleased to advise that all 21 committee members have now been appointed or elected.
UBC free flu vaccination clinics starting 2 November
Every November, UBC offers free flu shots to students, staff, and faculty through the Influenza Immunization Program (flu shot).
Clinics will be held at convenient locations and times across campus from Nov. 2-30. You can register now at http://www.riskmanagement.ubc.ca/health-safety/free-flu-shot-clinics-2015 to secure a vaccine on the day and session that is best for you.
UBC response to the Honourable Lynn Smith’s fact-finding report
Today UBC released the summary of a report by the Honourable Lynn Smith, which outlines her findings relating to allegations that, following the publication of a blog post by Professor Jennifer Berdahl on August 8, 2015, the Chair of the Board of Governors or individuals in the Sauder School of Business interfered with her academic freedom or violated relevant UBC policies.
Federal Election 2015 – Getting Ready to Vote
As many of you will have noticed we have entered the final weeks of the 42nd federal general election with voting day scheduled on October 19, 2015.
The Elections Canada website has useful resources to help you exercise your right to vote. Visit http://www.elections.ca.
Invitation to participate in search for next UBC President
I am writing to inform you that the search process for the next president of UBC is now under way. However, first I want to express my most sincere thanks to Interim President Martha Piper for stepping into this very important role, bringing her immense experience and limitless passion for the university.