Explainer: The 2021 G7 and NATO summits
The environment, global economy, security, and human rights were discussed at the annual meetings
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UBC School of Nursing is exploring virtual reality uses in healthcare
Researchers find that VR can help patients manage pain, face fears, and help simulate clinical skills for nurses
Explainer: The recent CRTC decision on internet and phone rates
It's a big win for large telecom companies like Bell, but not for smaller operators and consumers
KPU launches program for direct admission into medical school for health science students
The program aims to help students who want to obtain a medical or veterinary degree
A year later, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act bill has yet to be passed
KPU criminology instructor says passing the bill would be ‘historic’ but more work needs to be done
KPU anti-racism workshop to help provide education about racial equity
The virtual, free two-hour workshop will be held over Microsoft Teams
Explainer: Changing Canada’s blood donation ban
An update on abolishing the policy restricting men who have sex with men from donating blood
KPU switching to Chartwells for food service after Sodexo contract expired
Chartwells will be providing a new menu for campus food services
KSA reps plan to tackle issues facing students with disabilities
Councillors say KPU is listening to their concerns and listed top cases as action items
Explainer: B.C.’s timeline for the second COVID-19 vaccine dose
The province is looking at shortening the 13-week waiting time between doses to 8 weeks
KSA developing Sustainability Ambassador Program for fall semester
The program aims to connect students to each other and support sustainability efforts on campus
Surrey teachers exhausted with increased COVID-19 positivity rates
The Surrey Teachers' Association is calling for more mask-wearing, lower density, and clearer communication
Surrey State of the City Address looks at a post-pandemic future
Mayor Doug McCallum discussed upcoming initiatives and programs passed by the council
KPU Social Enterprise Club continues to organize community support online
The club is encouraging others to help those in need during the pandemic
How B.C. post-secondary institutions can bring students back for the fall semester
Post-secondary institutions will be mandated to provide a detailed COVID-19 safety plan