Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Peter W. Zandstra’s organization
Sep 23, 2026·StrategicPlan
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University of British Columbia Strategic Plan 2026-2029
The University of British Columbia's Student Strategic Plan is a refreshed roadmap focused on fostering an equitable environment for holistic student growth, purposeful contribution, and full participation. It outlines three key strategic priorities: Student-Centred Navigation to simplify access to support; enhancing the New to UBC experience for seamless integration and connection; and expanding Experiences that Shape You by increasing opportunities and reducing barriers for distinctive engagements. The plan aims to achieve a vision of students living and learning in a better world.
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The Board of Governors and its committees discussed and approved several key items including the Lower Mall Precinct Student Housing Phase 1 project, amendments to the UBC Okanagan Campus Plan, the UBC Okanagan Neighbourhood Development Agreement, and consolidated financial statements. Additionally, the Board approved updates to the Advisory Urban Design Panel and Property Committee terms of reference, the Five-Year Capital Plan, a land use policy amendment, and seismic upgrades for the Douglas T. Kenny Building. The Finance Committee handled tuition approvals for new graduate and certificate programs, a tuition payment schedule change, a new course fee, and various endowment fund variations. The Governance Committee dissolved the Land Use & Operational Sustainability Committee and approved the Institutional Accountability Plan. Finally, the Learning & Research Committee and Property Committee addressed numerous senate recommendations regarding awards, curriculum, and departmental changes, as well as the UBC Okanagan Neighbourhood Plan and the 2026 UBC Vancouver Transportation Plan Update.
Jun 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board Of Governors Audit Committee Open Minutes
The committee convened to receive an information update regarding a comprehensive revision of the Disaster Management Policy (SC10). The proposed amendments aim to modernize the emergency management framework, clarify accountabilities, and ensure alignment with provincial emergency management legislation. The committee noted that the policy, which establishes guidelines for emergency management and continuity programs, is scheduled for community consultation before returning for final approval.
Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Board Of Governors Governance Committee Open Minutes
The Governance Committee discussed and recommended amendments to the Property Committee Terms of Reference, which included the dissolution of the Land Use & Operational Sustainability Committee and consequential updates to the Governance Committee's own Terms of Reference. Additionally, the committee approved the 2025/2026 Institutional Accountability Plan and Report and recommended updates to the Advisory Urban Design Panel Terms of Reference for Board approval.
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