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UCW Earns SHRM Academic Alignment
The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) has officially recognized that UCW's MBA program (HR electives pathway and AI & ML Leadership specialization) is now academically aligned with SHRM's BASK (Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge) framework and academic guidelines. UCW is now one of only eight Canadian universities academically aligned with SHRM. Our degree […]
UCW Fall 2025 Convocation Celebrates Graduates, Leadership and Resilience
University Canada West’s Fall 2025 Convocation brought together 3,400 graduates, their families, faculty and community leaders for a four-day celebration of achievement, service and inspiration. This year’s ceremonies introduced the inaugural UCW Alumni Awards, recognized outstanding faculty, awarded two Honorary Doctorates and acknowledged Chancellor Mitchell Gropper as he concluded his distinguished service to the […]
UCW Celebrates Alumni Honoured for Leadership, Resilience and Community Impact
The Fall 2025 Convocation marks the introduction of the UCW Alumni Awards. With two inaugural categories, these honours recognize the diverse and inspiring paths our graduates are forging in their careers and communities. University Canada West (UCW) is proud to recognize two outstanding alumni whose achievements, courage and commitment to service embody the spirit of […]
UCW Honours Excellence in Teaching & Learning during Fall 2025 Convocation
University Canada West is proud to celebrate three exceptional educators whose leadership, innovation and dedication continue to elevate the student experience: Shereen Kotb, recipient of the Leadership in Teaching & Learning Award, Dr. Rafia Faiz, recipient of the Sustained Excellence in Teaching & Learning Award, and Dr. Kaye Hare, recipient of the Early Career Researcher […]
Gary Thandi Receives Honorary Doctorate from University Canada West
University Canada West (UCW) is honoured to announce that Gary Thandi, a leading mental-health advocate and community-service innovator, was awarded an Honorary Doctorate during the University’s Fall 2025 Convocation. Dr. Thandi is recognized for transforming profound personal loss into a movement that has reshaped the landscape of mental-health support in British Columbia and beyond. After […]
Margaret Mubanda Receives Honorary Doctorate from University Canada West
Esteemed community advocate Margaret Mubanda received an Honorary Doctorate at University Canada West’s (UCW) Fall 2025 Convocation. A lifelong champion for immigrant families, women and children, Dr. Mubanda has made a profound and enduring impact on communities across British Columbia. Originally from Uganda, she arrived in Canada with a deep commitment to service. A commitment […]
Olatunji Awelenje is University Canada West’s Fall 2025 valedictorian
Olatunji Awelenje is University Canada West’s valedictorian for Fall 2025 after graduating from the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program with 4.15 CGPA. “This graduating class is a shining example of how a clear vision, combined with hard work, curiosity and courage can overcome any obstacle,” he said during his valedictory address at the second […]
University Canada West presents Honorary Doctorates to Margaret Mubanda and Gary Thandi
Vancouver, BC – Monday, December 1, 2025 – University Canada West is delighted to announce it will present Honorary Doctorates to Margaret Mubanda and Gary Thandi at its Fall 2025 Convocation ceremonies on December 2 and 3. Margaret Mubanda has dedicated her life to supporting and empowering new immigrants, women and children in British Columbia. […]
UCW to Celebrate Fall 2025 Convocation at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated events of the academic year—University Canada West’s Fall 2025 Convocation, taking place December 1–4 at Vancouver’s iconic Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Over four days and seven ceremonies, UCW will proudly celebrate the achievements of graduates representing more than 70 countries. Families, friends and supporters will gather […]
UCW Achieves Strong Finish at the 2025 BC MBA Games
University Canada West (UCW) proudly celebrates an outstanding performance at the 2025 BC MBA Games, where the UCW team showcased exceptional teamwork, school spirit and leadership, earning an impressive third place overall among top business schools across the province. The BC MBA Games, a prestigious annual competition that brings together MBA students from universities across […]
University Canada West’s Two PMI Aligned Courses for Students and Alumni
In a strategic move to bolster professional qualifications and career readiness, University Canada West (UCW) offers two Project Management Institute (PMI) courses: the Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Course and the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Certification Course.
UCW Professor Dr. Jafar Heydari Named Among the World’s Top 2% Scientists
Associate Professor Dr. Jafar Heydari, has been recognized among the top 2% of scientists worldwide in the field of Operations Research.
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