Topics: Women in Engineering

President of Women in Engineering offers advice to incoming students

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What attracted you to the field of engineering?When I was exploring career paths where I could use my strengths in math and science, engineering stood out for offering the largest breadth opportunities.I also believed that an engineering degree…

UBC/UNBC environmental engineering program offers best of both worlds

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Why did you want to study engineering?I found it hard to figure out what I wanted to study, and in grades 11 and 12 I felt like I had way too many options to choose from. One day in math class I thought ‘I’d like to do a degree where I can do a fair…

Champion varsity rower now developing electric powertrains for aviation

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Job: Lead Test Integration Engineer, magniX

Choose Canada. Choose BC. Choose UBC Engineering.

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A degree from UBC opens a world of possibilitiesWondering where you want to pursue your engineering degree? No matter where you are living now, your best choice for quality, diversity, reputation, career opportunities and value for money is most…

Quantum simulation maps lattice gauge theory to scalable digital circuits

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UBC Engineering Assistant Professor Olivia Di Matteo and her team have found a more efficient way to run complex physics simulations on quantum computers by using qutrits—quantum systems with three states—instead of regular two-state qubits, helping…

Taking to the skies – from design and construction project leader to pilot in training

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Job: Pilot in training through the Delta Propel Company Pilot Training Program 

Working at the interface of software and electrical engineering

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A well-rounded engineering education: From key roles at UBC Supermileage to a study abroad term in Denmark and international co-op experiences that have led to career success

UBC innovators unveil novel wood leather soccer ball at Expo 2025

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UBC’s Bioproducts Institute unveil a first-of-its-kind wood leather ball at EXPO 2025 in Osaka Japan. This ball is a symbol of innovation, culture, design, science, and sport aligned with Vancouver hosting the FIFA 2026 World Cup.

Breaking Barriers: Challenging Yourself and the Status Quo

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Samantha Krieg, UBC Okanagan Civil Engineering student, is recognized as a 2025 UBC Applied Science Rising Star.

From Sri Lanka to Vancouver: UBC alum named to BC Business 30 Under 30 for healthcare innovation

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UBC Biomedical Engineering alum Madhini Vigneswaran was recently named to the 2025 BC Business 30 Under 30 list for her innovative work in biomedical engineering and her commitment to community.

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