Rachel Chan
Rachel Chan (BSc in Food, Nutrition and Health) Major: Food, Nutrition and Health Rachel Chan recalls an important lightbulb moment in her undergraduate years: in 2020 her understanding of the multiple factors that impact a person’s health became crystallized. “I came into this thinking nutrition was just about the body,” says Chan. “But social determinants […]
Erik Thies
Erik Thies (BSc in Applied Biology) Major: Applied Animal Biology Erik Thies is graduating as an Academic All-Canadian Athlete in Track and Field. He’s proven himself in the classroom, as a Dean’s List honour student, and on the field as a varsity athlete in Race Walk. At the time of this story, Thies is waiting […]
Cody Rector
Cody Rector (BSc in Food, Nutrition and Health) Double major: Food and Nutritional Sciences When meeting Cody Rector, it’s clear he has a strong passion for food. A UBC Centennial Scholar, Rector is graduating with a double major in Food and Nutritional Sciences, finishing his undergraduate program a year earlier than most people. This fall, […]
Indigenous Directed Studies Course in Carving
Dr. Rickey Yada, Dean and Professor, visits Dave Robinson who is mentoring students in an Indigenous directed studies course at Britannia Secondary School in Vancouver.
A Luminous Journey: The Art of Arran Stephens
In support of Ukraine, an exhibit is taking place at the AMS Hatch Gallery in June.
Webinar: The Future of Agriculture: A Conversation Revisited
Join Dean Rickey Yada, President Santa Ono, and a panel of experts, as they address supply chains, climate adaptation, technology and trade, and how we can work towards a stronger future for agriculture.
March is Nutrition Month!
In 2022, the theme for Nutrition Month is Ingredients for a Healthier Tomorrow. We spoke to a few dietitians – alumni of our Food, Nutrition and Health program (Dietetics major), as well as faculty members about their thoughts on this theme.
Teriyaki Tofu and Veggie Grain Bowl
Teriyaki Tofu and Veggie Grain Bowl This recipe is great for those who want to make a yummy meal in advance. Simply store in the fridge, heat up and enjoy. I personally love this recipe because it uses one of my favourite protein sources, tofu. It is also extremely versatile with a number of different […]
Celebrating Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month and meet a few outstanding Black scholars in LFS.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science this Friday, February 11, we will be highlighting five outstanding members of the LFS community throughout the week. Check on this page for regular updates!
