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Lesley Cormack

@ubco-principal.bsky.social
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Principal & Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UBC’s Okanagan campus. Past dean of arts. Historian of early modern science. #UBC #UBCO

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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Sept. 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. We reflect on the harm residential schools caused First Nations, Inuit, and Métis children, and its impact today. See campus banners with art by Syilx artist Billie Kruger: "every child matters" and "we are still here."
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Delighted to attend UBC's 2026 Wall Legacy Awards presentation & celebrate this year’s outstanding recipients. Especially proud to see two grad students + two faculty teams representing UBC Okanagan recognized among this year’s honourees: walllegacyawards.ubc.ca/awardees-2026 Congratulations to all!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
As sundown approaches, I wish everyone marking Rosh Hashanah a wonderful celebration and a new year filled with peace, good health, and happiness.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Congratulations to UBC Okanagan's Dr. Adam Ford (@adamtford.bsky.social) on his election to the Royal Society of Canada! Well deserved recognition for Dr. Ford's outstanding scholarship and work at the forefront of wildlife restoration ecology and conservation. research.ok.ubc.ca/2026/09/09/u...
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UBC Okanagan researcher honoured with prestigious national appointment
UBC Okanagan researcher Dr. Adam Ford has joined some prestigious company after being elected as a member of the Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists. Dr. Ford, a ...
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Delighted to meet new students and their families at move-in day today! It’s always wonderful to see the energy, excitement & potential as we begin a new academic year at @ubcokanagan.bsky.social. Looking forward to tomorrow’s Jump Start Kick Off and welcoming our newest students to UBCO! 🎉
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Great to welcome our local MP, the Hon. Stephen Fuhr, back to UBC Okanagan! Proud to showcase the outstanding work of our students & faculty in battery innovation + infrastructure resilience. Thank you for your continued support of UBCO and federal investments in research & innovation.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 20/06/2026
UBCO Heat men's golf wins first national title Led by Kelowna product and KSS grad Oakley Mayner, the Heat shot 19-under over 3 rounds and won the tournament by 10. Read more: www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/...
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UBCO Heat men's golf wins first national title
The UBCO Heat men's golf team dominated the field at the 2026 Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO at Golf La Tempête.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 21/06/2026
UBCO Heat women’s golf wins 3rd consecutive silver medal at nationals The women's 2nd place finish and the men's 1st place finish make UBC Okanagan one of the top golf schools in the nation. Read more: www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/...
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UBCO Heat women’s golf wins 3rd consecutive silver medal at nationals
The UBCO Heat women's golf team continued their success on the national stage as they won their third consecutive silver medal at the Canadian Uni.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
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BC ministers find the wildfire tech, training Canada needs now at UBC Okanagan - UBC's Okanagan News
Cameras that can detect wildfires as soon as they ignite, […]
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 18/06/2026
We love seeing local leaders champion community over competition! 🤝 WeBC CEO Shauna Harper shares her journey from entrepreneur to empowering women across BC to access capital. Her perspective on mentors who become true champions is a must-read. Check it out: www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/...
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Rise Awards Finalist Spotlight: Shauna Harper
From building her own businesses to championing entrepreneurs across British Columbia, WeBC CEO Shauna Harper shares her insights on leadership, mento.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Thank you to Ministers @nikisharma.bsky.social, @kellyrichmondbc.bsky.social, @spencerch.bsky.social & @rickglumacbc.bsky.social + PS Rotchford, for visiting UBCO to learn about the wildfire research & programs underway to help develop practical solutions and build wildfire resilience across BC.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
Delighted to welcome post-secondary Minister @jessieksunner.bsky.social to UBC Okanagan today and introduce her to faculty, students & staff part of our successful new Master of Biotechnology program + School of Nursing. Grateful for the visit and the strong support from the Province of BC!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Congratulations to the UBCO Class of 2026! Watching you cross that stage was the highlight of my year. And a heartfelt thank you to the faculty, staff, and volunteers who made graduation possible. You did it! We couldn't be prouder. #UBCO #UBCOgrad
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 02/06/2026
UBCO nursing graduand finds his calling in the care that twice carried him through cancer Kelowna's Aiden Borne will cross the stage this week as UBC Okanagan celebrates the Class of 2026 during convocation ceremonies. Full story: www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/...
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UBCO nursing graduand finds his calling in the care that twice carried him through cancer
When Aiden Borne crosses the stage at UBC Okanagan’s spring convocation this week, he’ll be doing more than collecting his nursing degree.
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KelownaNow @kelownanow.com · 05/06/2026
UBC Okanagan graduates carry an Interior Salish language forward UBCO confers first St'át'imc fluency degrees during convocation ceremonies on Kelowna campus. Full story: www.kelownanow.com/watercooler/...
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UBC Okanagan graduates carry an Interior Salish language forward
UBC Okanagan has conferred its first Bachelor of St’át’imc Language Fluency degrees, marking a milestone in the university’s.
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Castanet.net @castanet.net · 29/05/2026
Ground broken on new three-court recreation facility at UBC Okanagan #Kelowna
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Ground broken on new three-court recreation facility at UBC Okanagan - Kelowna News
Ground broken on new three-court recreation facility at UBCO as campus
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Delighted to join @mayortomdyas and UBCO students to announce a partnership with the @suo_ubc and @cityofkelowna for a new on-campus recreation facility! Thanks to our community of donors and everyone who made this day possible.
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U15 Canada @u15ca.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Undergraduate students help turn science fiction into reality. “We’re physically building patterns that represent data.” news.ok.ubc.ca/2026/03/30/u... #CdnPSE
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Undergraduate students help turn science fiction into reality - UBC's Okanagan News
Learn how Stephanie, Sam and Hasan are turning life’s molecular building blocks into microscopic data storage
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Great to welcome @chiefscican.bsky.social to UBCO, showcasing how our researchers are tackling wildfire risk with AI, sensors, cameras & prescribed fire; advancing critical minerals for a secure supply chain; and building next-gen batteries for a clean energy future. Thanks Dr. Nemer for visiting!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Congratulations to the 2025/26 UBC Okanagan Teaching Award recipients! - Killam Teaching Prize: Sheila Epp & Julien Picault - Provost's Award for Teaching Excellence & Innovation: Abdallah Mohamed, Mayu Takasaki & Ying Zhu Read more: provost.ok.ubc.ca/2026/04/13/1...
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Thrilled to open North America's largest air-source heat pump district energy system! Built in Kelowna by UBC Okanagan Engineering alumnus James Seabrook & the entire Vitalis team — displacing 430,000 m³ of natural gas/year. Okanagan talent, powering our future. #UBC #CleanTech
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Thank you for making Giving Day a success at UBC Okanagan! Seeing students, faculty, staff, alumni and community come together for meaningful causes was truly energizing. Your generosity makes a real difference. Keep the momentum going at givingday.ubc.ca #UBCGivingDay
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Today is UBC Giving Day! Join us outside in the Courtyard from 11am-2pm to celebrate philanthropy, connect with our community and learn how donors support students and programs at UBC Okanagan. Make a gift to what matters to you most at givingday.ubc.ca #UBCGivingDay
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Huge congratulations, Alaa! And thank you, @loranscholar.ca! Alaa, we can't wait to welcome you at @ubcokanagan.bsky.social this fall!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Grateful for this timely and important investment in research at UBC Okanagan. My congratulations to everyone involved!
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UBCO to be at the forefront of battery innovation, Indigenous language revitalization - UBC's Okanagan News
CFI invests $4.15 million in infrastructure funding for two key UBCO-led research projects
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Great to be in Ottawa with @ubcprez.bsky.social and colleagues from across UBC, highlighting UBC’s leadership in marine and aerospace innovation and advanced manufacturing. Proud to represent UBC Okanagan and discuss how universities, government and industry can advance innovation in Canada.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Proud of our UBCO engineering team for an incredible showing at the Great Northern Toboggan Competition! You've made our community proud. Congratulations, team🎉 UBCO engineering team from Kelowna wins the Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Competition www.castanet.net/news/Kelowna...
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UBCO engineering team from Kelowna wins the Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Competition
UBCO engineering team travelled to London Ontario to compete against 17 other Canadian Universities in the Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Competition.
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UBC News @news.ubc.ca · 11/02/2026
For university community members impacted by this event and who are seeking support, please visit this site for a list of supports and resources: www.ubc.ca/community-su... In acknowledgment of this tragedy, the University of British Columbia will be lowering its flags to half-mast.
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Community Supports | The University of British Columbia
Supporting our campus communities
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UBC News @news.ubc.ca · 11/02/2026
We are deeply shocked and saddened by the shootings at Tumbler Ridge and extend our deepest sympathy to all those impacted. This is a truly horrific event and our hearts are with the people of Tumbler Ridge and all British Columbians.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Delighted to meet with the Hon. Stephen Fuhr in Ottawa. We appreciated the warm welcome and the opportunity to discuss priority projects at UBCO.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
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Research shows virtual sessions with therapy dogs do the trick
Study at UBC in Kelowna finds that even just watching videos of a golden retriever can reduce stress
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Castanet.net @castanet.net · 13/01/2026
UBCO Heat volleyball builds upon best-ever season with weekend sweep (Sports)
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UBCO Heat volleyball builds upon best-ever season with weekend sweep - Sports
The best-ever season for the UBCO Heat men’s volleyball team has continued. 
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
Merry Christmas, UBC Okanagan! To all who celebrate, I’m sending best wishes for peace, joy and contentment as you enjoy cozy days surrounded by friends and family.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
Wishing everyone at UBC Okanagan a happy and restful winter break!
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Castanet.net @castanet.net · 15/12/2025
UBCO Heat adding curling to competitive sport model #Kelowna
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UBCO Heat adding curling to competitive sport model - Kelowna News
Capitalizing on the success of the 2025 Kelowna Brier, the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO) Heat is adding curling to their competitive sport club model on a one-year trial basis, in par
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
As Hanukkah begins, I’m sending best wishes of peace, warmth and hope to everyone at UBC Okanagan and beyond marking this Festival of Lights.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
I was pleased to join Carol Eugene Park and Jeevan Sangha on the "From Here Forward" University of British Columbia Magazine podcast for a conversation about UBC Okanagan’s 20th anniversary. You can have a listen at the link below.
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20 years of UBC Okanagan
UBCO’s Principal and Deputy Vice-Chancellor reflects on the campus’s milestone year.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Proud to see UBC Okanagan research as part of the solution to wildfire resilience in BC. Thank you for your support, @rparmarbc.bsky.social! Read more: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Congratulations to UBCO's Dr. Mary Jung on her appointment as Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Nutrition, Metabolism & Diabetes. I'm so proud to see Mary's leadership and expertise recognized, and for @ubcokanagan.bsky.social to have attracted a national institute for the first time!
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Dr. Mary Jung appointed Scientific Director of CIHR Institute of Nutrition, Metabolism and Diabetes
UBC Okanagan to become home to national health institute  UBC Okanagan researcher Dr. Mary Jung is taking over leadership of one of the 13 institutes that make up the Canadian Institutes of Health Res...
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
Congratulations, Dr. Gainforth!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Wishing everyone at UBC Okanagan and beyond a joyful Diwali! May this festival of lights bring hope, wisdom, and renewed energy to all who celebrate.
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Congratulations (again!) to Dr. Lisa Tobber on her prestigious Wall Fellowship! Proud to count you and tonight’s other UBCO award recipients, Drs. Abbas Milani and Jian Liu, among the research faculty at our School of Engineering. walllegacyawards.ubc.ca/awardees-2025/
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
We were delighted to host MP Stephen Fuhr at @ubcokanagan.bsky.social this week to share some of the cutting edge research taking place on our campus in areas like artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and wildfire risk mitigation. So proud of our outstanding students and faculty researchers!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
September 30 is a day to honour and uphold Survivors and Intergenerational Survivors of the Indian residential school system, and to commemorate those who didn’t return home. Connect with local events, educational and advocacy resources, and wellness supports: ok.ubc.ca/about/indige...
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
As he concludes his service as UBCO Provost, please join me in thanking my friend and colleague, Dr. Rehan Sadiq, for his 17 years of exemplary service to @ubcokanagan.bsky.social as an academic leader, researcher, teacher and mentor. All the best at Nazarbayev U! principal.ok.ubc.ca/farewell-reh...
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Wishing a happy Rosh Hashanah to everyone who celebrates at at UBC Okanagan and worldwide. Shanah Tovah!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Wishing everyone celebrating at UBC Okanagan and beyond a joyous and peaceful Navratri!
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Lesley Cormack @ubco-principal.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
This week UBCO welcomed the 1st cohort in the Bachelor of Secwépemc Language Fluency program, UBCO's 4th & final Interior Salish degree. Thanks to Minister @spencerch.bsky.social for attending this important milestone for Indigenous language revitalization in BC news.ok.ubc.ca/2025/09/18/u...
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UBC Okanagan welcomes first cohort of Bachelor of Secwépemc Language Fluency students - UBC's Okanagan News
UBCO is the first Canadian university to offer degrees in all four Interior Salish languages
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