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UBC Civil Engineering @ubccivil

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Can nature protect Richmond from rising seas? UBC Civil Engineering researchers are studying how restored tidal marshes could serve as natural flood barriers through the Fraser Estuary Sediment Pilot Project, starting Oct 20. 🔗 Read more: civil.ubc.ca/fraser-estuary-…
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What does the future of civil engineering look like? 🌎 We’re asking the people shaping it — you! Take a few minutes to share your insights in our short survey and help guide where our field is headed next. 🔗 Take the survey: lnkd.in/e36uCc_v

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The University of British Columbia has ranked 2nd in Canada and 33rd overall in the 2025 NTU World University Rankings, which recognizes the scientific performance of the top universities worldwide. Learn more: bit.ly/4gDiySK
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Income-based e-bike rebates in B.C. are driving less car use, more exercise, lower travel costs, and cleaner air. Read more: news.ubc.ca/2025/09/bc-e-bik… #ebikes #Sustainability #SustainableSolutions
Income-based e-bike rebates in B.C. are driving less car use, more exercise, lower travel costs, and cleaner air.

ALT Income-based e-bike rebates in B.C. are driving less car use, more exercise, lower travel costs, and cleaner air.
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UBC Civil welcomes Dr. Riwaj (Ribu) Dhakal as Assistant Professor in Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering, bringing leading expertise in soil liquefaction, seismic foundation behavior, and site characterization. Read more: bit.ly/46cFhRN
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We're excited to welcome Dr. Nimish Pujara as Associate Professor at UBC Civil Engineering. His research on wave-driven particle transport advances coastal sustainability and pollution mitigation. Learn more: bit.ly/4opudIb #UBC #UBCCivil
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Tire chemicals are polluting waterways, harming salmon, and showing up in humans—yet remain largely unregulated. A UBC-led team proposes the first global framework ahead of the #PlasticsTreaty talks in Geneva. Read more: bit.ly/456F1DF
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10 Jun 2025
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 🎓 Your dedication, curiosity and resilience have brought you to this exciting milestone. As you embark on your journey as valued UBC alumni, we're eager to see where your passions will lead you next! 💙💛 @alumniubc #UBCGrad #alumniUBC
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From custom homes to risk analysis, Simon’s Civil Engineering journey is anything but typical. Learn how he’s using design and data to protect communities and build a safer future. Read more: bit.ly/3TgauMD #UBCCivil #EngineeringImpact
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What began as a pandemic painting project grew into a powerful tribute to Vancouver’s Chinatown. Donna Seto, Manager of Research & Strategic Initiatives at UBC Civil Engineering, captures memory, architecture, and community in Chinatown. bit.ly/43YYoO8
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Choose an education and career path aligned with your passion to make the world better a place. When you study Environmental Engineering at UBC, you’ll gain the skills and hands-on experience to be a catalyst for positive change. Find out more at environmental.engineering.ub…
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UBC Civil Engineering is part of a cross-faculty effort to bring climate-focused, hands-on learning into the classroom—equipping students with tools like carbon accounting & life-cycle analysis. 🔗 bit.ly/4ik6Hbg
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Meet Katie Moloney, a #UBCCivil PhD student and 2025 3MT® winner! 🏆 Her research investigates tire wear particles—an invisible but harmful form of urban air pollution—and how they may affect human lung health. 🔗 Full Q&A: bit.ly/3EdcFga
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3 Apr 2025
It’s #UBCGivingDay! Join the UBC community in supporting students, research and programs that transform lives: givingday.ubc.ca How to participate: ✅ Donate—every gift creates an impact on communities. 🔎 Join The Great Scavenger Hunt! 📖 Share your story using #UBCGivingDay.
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20 Mar 2025
#UBCEngineering students will showcase their innovative solutions at Design and Innovation Day on April 3. Don’t miss your chance to see these year-long capstone projects and prototypes in action. Learn more: bit.ly/4iBUiRf
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Supported by $8.27 million in funding from NRCan, the NRC, and industry partners, the project addresses key challenges in housing supply, skilled labor shortages, and climate resilience. Read more: bit.ly/44dOCbo
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Choose an education and career path aligned with your passion to make the world better a place. When you study Environmental Engineering at UBC, you’ll gain the skills and hands-on experience to be a catalyst for positive change. Find out more at environmental.engineering.ub…
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Dr. Rachel Scholes and her team at UBC Civil Engineering are tackling 6PPDQ, a toxic tire-wear chemical harming aquatic life. Their research helped shape BC’s water quality guideline and led to new filtration systems to protect waterways. Read more: bit.ly/4c4SQo0
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Join us for the 2025 Design & Innovation Day! 🌎💡 Graduating environmental engineering students showcase solutions in sustainability, water management & more. Explore projects, connect with future engineers & be part of the conversation!
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UBC Civil Engineering is ranked #1 in Canada and among the top 25 in the world! 🌍 Explore the full rankings here: bit.ly/4iq7SXw

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