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In Memoriam: Professor Emeritus Gaalen Erickson
Sep 18, 2026

It is with deep sadness that I share the news of the passing of Professor Emeritus Gaalen Erickson, a beloved colleague, mentor, and teacher whose influence on the Department of Curriculum & Pedagogy, the Faculty of Education, and the broader educational community has been profound. Professor Erickson devoted more than 35 years to our department, leaving an extraordinary legacy […]
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In Memoriam: Dr. Jean Marie Weakland
Aug 20, 2026

On behalf of The Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy (EDCP), it is with great sadness that I share the recent passing of Jean Marie Weakland, Associate Professor Emerita of Visual and Performing Arts. A beloved ceramic artist and educator who shaped generations of potters at the University of British Columbia and brought her craft to […]
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Congratulations to Climate Change and Wellbeing Education Grant Recipients
Jul 20, 2026

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Appointment, Reappointment and Promotion News | 2026
Jun 25, 2026

Congratulations to the following EDCP faculty for being reappointed as Assistant Professor/ Assistant Professor of Teaching, promoted to Associate Professor, or promoted to Professor:
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Congratulations to Dr. Leyton Schnellert & Lindsay Cunningham
May 26, 2026

Recipients of the 2025/2026 Killam Teaching Prize and Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award Dr. Leyton Schnellert | Killam Teaching Prize The Killam Teaching Prize is awarded annually to faculty nominated by students, colleagues and alumni in recognition of excellence in teaching. Recipients are recognized at the graduation ceremonies. Lindsay Cunningham | Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award The Killam […]
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Congratulations to Dr. Jillianne Code

Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Learner Agency Congratulations to Dr. Jillianne Code, on her 5-year appointment as Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Learner Agency. Technology is making more decisions for us than ever before. From educational learning platforms that personalize lessons to AI-driven healthcare tools that suggest treatments, digital systems influence our choices […]
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Dr. Kieran Forde receives UBC Ted T. Aoki Award for Outstanding Dissertation in Curriculum Studies

2025-26 UBC Faculty of Education Graduate Research Excellence Awards Please join me in congratulating Dr. Kieran Forde, a recent EDCP PhD graduate, who has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious UBC Ted T. Aoki Award for Outstanding Dissertation in Curriculum Studies.  Read more The Ted. T. Aoki prize has been endowed in honor […]
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Dr. Lee Iskander receives The Faculty of Education PhD Dissertation Prize

2025-26 UBC Faculty of Education Graduate Research Excellence Awards Please join me in congratulating Dr. Lee Iskander, a recent EDCP PhD graduate, who has been selected as one of the recipients of The Faculty of Education PhD Dissertation Prize. The prize is awarded annually to two PhD graduates whose doctoral dissertations are of exceptional quality […]
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In Memoriam: Dr. F. Graeme Chalmers, Professor Emeritus
Apr 20, 2026

It is with sorrow that we share the passing of Dr. F. Graeme Chalmers, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Curriculum and Pedagogy (EDCP). A distinguished scholar, educator and mentor, Dr. Chalmers made extraordinary contributions to the Faculty of Education and to art education. He is especially remembered for advancing multicultural, anti-racist and justice-oriented approaches […]
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Dr. Leyton Schnellert | UBC News
Apr 01, 2026

UBC NEWS On stage and in their own words How UBC faculty are using theatre so adults with intellectual disabilities can reshape conversations about inclusive housing Through a partnership led by faculty members, Drs. Rachelle Hole and Leyton Schnellert (EDCP), adults with intellectual disabilities are using theatre as a platform for advocacy, storytelling, and conversations […]
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