Nov 07, 2022
National School Psychology Week 2022
Message from National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) During the week of November 7-11, 2022, schools and graduate programs throughout North America will celebrate National School Psychology Week (NSPW) to highlight the important work school psychologists do to help students thrive. This year’s theme, “Together We Shine” is derived from how we see hope after […]
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Oct 18, 2022
Welcome Dr. Lucy Gofton
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Lucy Gofton as the Director of Psychological Services and Counselling Training Centre Dr. Lucy Gofton is a Registered Psychologist with the British Columbia College of Psychologists. She completed her doctoral degree in Counselling Psychology at the University of British Columbia in 2014. She also has connections to the university […]
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Oct 04, 2022
Welcome Dr. Suna Eryigit-Madzwamuse
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Suna Eryigit-Madzwamuse as an Associate Professor (under review) at ECPS Dr. Eryigit-Madzwamuse Miller is joining ECPS and the HDLC Area from the University of Brighton, where she was a faculty member in the School of Sport and Health Sciences. She served as the Deputy Director of the Centre for […]
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Sep 22, 2022
Final Thesis Defence: Harris Wong, MA in SACP
Final Thesis Defence: Harris Wong, MA in SACP Wednesday October 5th, 2022 10 am on Zoom (If you want to attend contact Laurie Ford and she will forward the link) Supervisory Committee: Laurie Ford, Ph.D. (Supervisor) Anusha Kassan, Ph.D. (Committee Member) Owen Lo, Ph.D. (Arm’s Length Reviewer) Title: Chinese Canadian Youth and Their Experiences with […]
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Sep 15, 2022
Congratulations to Dr. William McKee on his upcoming retirement
On behalf of the ECPS, thank you for all your contributions and service to the department. Best wishes on this new chapter, and happy retirement!
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In Memoriam: Dr. Vaughan Marshall
We remember a long-time sessional and colleague Vaughan Marshall who passed away recently. On September 22nd, 2022, UBC will lower its flag in recognition of Vaughan, who was actively teaching when she passed away. Vaughan made excellent and sustained contributions to the counselling psychology program at UBC. She was a central instructor and administrative leader in […]
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Sep 13, 2022
Congratulations to Dr. Anita Hubley
Dr. Anita Hubley is elected as Treasurer and one of the four Directors of the International Test Commission (ITC) for 2022 to 2024 The ITC is a non-profit global organization whose membership consists of test companies (Educational Testing Service), national psychological associations (e.g., American Psychological Association), organizations (e.g., National Board of Medical Examiners), and individuals […]
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Congratulations to Drs. Joshua Madsen and Lianne Tomfohr-Madsen
Congratulations to Drs. Joshua Madsen and Lianne Tomfohr-Madsen for receiving: SSHRC IDG (Co-I) – The SWell program: Striving for wellness in fatherhood Congratulations to Dr. Lianne Tomfohr-Madsen for receiving: CIHR Grant (Co-I) – Prenatal exposure to maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection and early childhood development
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Sep 06, 2022
ECPS Graduate Student Support 2022-2023
Welcome to a new school year! To learn more about your Graduate advisors, Research Methodology GAA, and Program Area Peer Advisors, please visit Grad Student Support page.
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Jul 04, 2022
Welcome Drs. Simon Lisaingo and Laura Klubben
We are thrilled to welcome Drs. Simon Lisaingo and Laura Klubben as Lecturers at ECPS. Dr. Simon Lisaingo – SACP Lecturer Dr. Lisaingo completed his Ph.D. in School and Applied Child Psychology Program at the University of British Columbia. His doctoral dissertation examined the development, implementation, and evaluation of a home-school consultive intervention for students […]
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Jun 20, 2022
Congratulations to Dr. Serge Lacroix on his upcoming retirement
Congratulations to Dr. Serge Lacroix on his upcoming retirement. On behalf of the ECPS, thank you for all your contributions and service to the department. Best wishes on this new chapter, and happy retirement!
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Jun 01, 2022
Welcome Dr. Kenneth Miller
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Kenneth Miller to ECPS. Dr. Kenneth Miller is appointed the Edith Lando Professor in Counselling for Refugee and Immigrant Youth and Families. The appointment will commence on June 1, 2022 for a five-year term. Throughout his career, Dr. Miller has taken a unique approach to academia, centering his research, […]
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May 26, 2022
Congratulations to Spring 2022 Graduating ECPS Students
Dear ECPS Graduates (see below for a list of graduates), Twice every year, we get to pause and acknowledge the tremendous accomplishment that is graduation. Every time, it is with renewed pleasure and enthusiasm that we get to express our recognition for the exceptional effort all of you have put in to reach this special […]
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Meet ECPS Spring 2022 PhD Graduates
Congratulation to the following six ECPS PhD graduates: Simon Lisaingo – SACP Simon Lisaingo completed his doctorate in the School and Applied Child Psychology Program at the University of British Columbia. He was previously a classroom teacher in Vancouver, Ottawa, and the Yukon. When not working, he can be found on the soccer field or in the wilderness. He […]
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Mar 29, 2022
Dr. Robinder Bedi receives Killam Research Fellowship
Congratulations to Dr. Robinder Bedi Congratulations to Dr. Robinder Bedi and Dr. Jason Ellis, who are among the ten UBC recipients of 2021-22 Killam Research Fellowships. The Killam Research Fellowships celebrate scholarly achievements and research excellence of faculty from across UBC. Dr. Bedi, an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education, runs a Counselling/Psychotherapy Research, Teaching, and Service […]
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