Explore your next big idea at UBC Okanagan’s Startup Sprint
Have an idea you’re ready to explore? Startup Sprint returns to UBC Okanagan Nov. 20–21, bringing together students, faculty, researchers and community members to explore entrepreneurial ideas and take the first steps toward turning them into ventures. Organized by the School of Engineering and Faculty of Management, the free event offers a weekend of hands-on […]
UBCO Engineering connects students with experienced entrepreneurs
Have an idea for a venture but not sure where to start? Wondering how your research could become a business? UBC Okanagan’s School of Engineering is offering students a new opportunity to connect one-on-one with experienced entrepreneurs through its Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR) Drop-In sessions. Bring a question, a project challenge or an idea that’s still taking […]
Wearing the Iron Pin: Engineering students pledge ethics and integrity
Hundreds of first-year engineering students took an important step in their educational and professional journeys during two Iron Pin ceremonies this month. Wearing the Iron Pin represents a pledge to uphold the School of Engineering (SoE) Code of Ethics. The code outlines how SoE students, faculty and staff shall act at all times with courtesy, […]
Upcoming events connect UBC Okanagan engineering students with industry
UBC Okanagan engineering students will want to take note of two upcoming opportunities to meet industry professionals, explore career pathways and connect with potential employers. On Oct. 14, the School of Engineering will host an industry information session with McElhanney, followed by Fall Engineering Industry Night on Oct. 15. Whether you want a closer look […]
Smart Retrofit Solutions: Using BIM and AI for Smart Building Upgrades
A multidisciplinary student team connects BIM, artificial intelligence and building performance in a three-phase approach to building retrofits. Students in the Capstone Design Project course partnered with Dr. Qian Chen of UBC Okanagan’s Construction Integration and Digitalization (CID) Lab. Jaeda and Colby Yurkiw were already part of the CID Lab and approached Dr. Chen about developing […]
Camp OAC Rebuild
A student-led geotechnical engineering project examining debris flow and rockfall risk following the 2023 McDougall Creek wildfire. Capstone Project Name: Camp OAC Rebuild Team Members: Amélie Argouin, Civil Engineering Joshua Carefoot, Civil Engineering Kaylynn Cook, Civil Engineering Colton Kather, Civil Engineering Josalynn Shields, Civil Engineering Sydney Strocen, Civil Engineering Students in the Capstone Design Project course partnered […]
Modular Housing for Rebuilding Ukraine
A student-designed permanent, accessible and adaptable modular housing concept for communities rebuilding in Ukraine. Capstone Project Name: Modular Housing for Rebuilding Ukraine Team Members: • Kyle Darroch, Civil Engineering • Kirit Dhot, Civil Engineering • Roopkanwar Gill, Civil Engineering • Maddie Hornibrook, Civil Engineering • Landon McGillis, Civil Engineering • Reed Stephanchew, Civil Engineering Students […]
In case you missed it: Watch SoE researchers make their case in three minutes
Earlier this year, School of Engineering PhD students Rubaiya Rumman and Fatemeh Niknahad took the stage at UBC Okanagan’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Finals. Their presentations are now available to watch in full. Rumman showed how wood ash could help make lower carbon concrete. She presented just hours after successfully defending her PhD thesis, earning […]
GCRTC guest seminar: Seismic analysis and design of bridges
The Green Construction Research & Training Centre (GCRTC) welcomes bridge engineer Saqib Khan to UBC Okanagan for “Seismic Analysis and Design of Bridges per S6:25—An Introduction,” part of its Beyond the Blueprint guest seminar series. This seminar will explore the principles and practical application of seismic bridge design under CSA S6:2025, including key changes from […]