UCW In the News
Climate policy in Canada: Lessons from urban resilience modeling
An article by UCW Associate Professor, Dr. Abedeh Gholidoust, discusses how effective urban resilience modeling can contribute to developing smarter and more inclusive climate policies in Canada.
The AI and ML Revolution in Finance
An article by Dr. Pooja Lekhi, UCW Associate Professor and Interim Department Chair of Quantitative Studies, discusses how generative AI is revolutionising the banking and finance sector by boosting efficiency, automating processes, enhancing customer service, and driving innovation, while also highlighting associated challenges and economic impacts.
Digital Won Is Dead (for Now): Here’s How Stablecoins Are Taking Over South Korea
UCW Associate Professor Dr. Bepi Pezzulli provides insights in a ccn.com article detailing the rise of stablecoins in South Korea and the recent decision by the Bank of Korea to pause its central bank digital currency project, the digital won.
UCW welcomes inaugural Fulbright Canada Research Chair
Education News Canada covered the announcement of UCW’s inaugural Fulbright Canada Research Chair in Scholarship of Teaching and Learning - Dr. Ally Zhou.
UCW Launches New Alumni Grant to Support Lifelong Learning
An Education News Canada article highlights UCW’s recently announced Alumni Grant.
Costco customers report drained digital gift cards, fraud suspected
UCW Assistant Professor Daniel Tsai appeared on CBC’s The National newscast providing commentary on the recent Costco gift card scandal, which has seen several Costco digital gift card customers reporting that their cards have been mysteriously drained of all their money.
Public safety funding
UCW Associate Professor Dr. Eli Sopow appeared on CBC Radio’s BC Today show to discuss the state of public safety in BC communities.
Understanding Indigenous History series takes to the skies with Air Canada
University Canada West announced that Understanding Indigenous History: A Path Forward, will be available to passengers as part of Air Canada’s In-flight Entertainment lineup starting July 1.
George C. Reifel receives Honorary Doctorate from University Canada West
A Delta Optimist article highlight’s University Canada West bestowing an honorary doctorate on George C. Reifel in recognition of his enduring commitment to conservation and volunteer leadership.