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Upcoming Events

UBC- Laurier Institution Multiculturalism Lecture – Featuring John Ralston Saul

• April 22, 2009, 7:00 pm , Chan Centre for the Performing Arts
• Hosted by Paul Kennedy for broadcast on CBC IDEAS
• John Ralston Saul and distinguished panelists BC Assembly of First Nations Regional Chief Shawn Atleo and Associate Dean for Indigenous Education & Acting Director of NITEP (Native Indian Teacher Education Program) Joanne Archibald for a discussion on The Aboriginal Peoples and New Canadians: The Missing Conversation
• Musical entertainment will be included in the evening
• Tickets are free and can be picked up at the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts or downloaded through Ticketmaster for a nominal fee of $2.50. Maximum 4 tickets per person
• Reception to follow in the Glass Lobby

Mandate

The Mandate of the Office of Community Affairs is to forge and develop relationships with special communities as well as to further expand UBC's presence and commitment in the urban environment by creating and promoting programs that encourage participation in UBC activities and academia.

The philosophy and practices of the unit are in direct relation to TREK 2010 including the development and support of a high level of critical mass of interesting and relevant programs for UBC Faculty, Staff and Students and for the Community-at-large.

Mission

To act as a catalyst developing community programmes based on the teaching and research activities of the University and partner institutions

To show by example the kind of activities that lead to the creation of a civil society and increased social engagement with the communities we serve.

To act as an integrator and promoter of the myriad of excellent community programs developed by the departments and faculties

HISTORY

Community Affairs grew out of Community Relations, a portfolio handled by Chuck Slonecker who, while also serving as Director of Ceremonies, engaged UBC in community activities. Ceremonies and Community Affairs are now separate departments under ELA.

Programs

Bridge Through Sport
Celebrate Research Week
UBC Laurier Institution Multiculturalism Lecture
Talk of the Town