Ready to inspire young learners
After graduating with a Bachelor of Education degree from the UNBC School of Education's Regional program in June, Terrace resident Terri Wilkinson is excited to step into her new career as a teacher next month.
Exploring Disability Pride through research and resilience
As part of Disability Pride Month, UNBC student Kaho Michihara shares how research, lived experience and community support are helping her challenge ableism and foster belonging.
Silver Medal recipient brings care and compassion to her home community
A commitment to northern health care and a drive to serve her community have shaped Megan Wilson’s path. Now a full-time nurse in Fort St. John, she is the recipient of the 2025 Governor General’s Silver Medal.
Studying the front lines of kinship care in B.C.
A UNBC researcher is asking how child welfare systems can better support the extended families stepping in to care for children. The study draws on the voices of social workers, community leaders and caregivers through SSHRC-funded research.
Advocating for indigenous belonging in business and beyond
Honoured with the 2025 Pounamu Taonga (Greenstone Treasure) Award, Laura Mueller is using systems thinking to reimagine social safety nets and recovery supports for Indigenous communities. Her work is grounded in advocacy, mentorship and community connection.
UNBC researchers secure more than $1.5 million in NSERC Discovery Grant funding
Eight UNBC researchers receive more than $1.5 million through NSERC’s Discovery Grant program to support long-term, curiosity-driven research. Their work explores topics ranging from wildfire resilience and cybersecurity to freshwater ecosystems and advanced mathematics
Exploring microbial chemistry to tackle antibiotic resistance and crop disease
UNBC researcher Dr. Jacob Walsh is harnessing the chemistry of bacteria and fungi to uncover new tools for fighting disease.
From Coast to Peace: Roadshow brings healthcare to life at northern high schools
Organized through the UBC Northern Medical Program at UNBC, the Roadshow visits rural communities across northern B.C. every spring to showcase health careers to local high school students.