Ubc 70 Years - the Author Exists - Beth Ritto and Marisa Gandelman (coord. Project)

Ubc 70 Years - the Author Exists - Beth Ritto and Marisa Gandelman (coord. Project)

UBC 70 Years: The Author Exists

Beth Ritto and Marisa Gandelman (coord. Project)

A Celebration of the University of British Columbia's First 70 Years

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a world-renowned institution of higher learning located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1908, UBC has grown from a small college to a major research university with over 60,000 students.

UBC 70 Years: The Author Exists is a comprehensive history of UBC's first 70 years. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of UBC's founding, its growth and development, and its impact on the local and global community.

The book is divided into four parts:

  • Part One: The Early Years tells the story of UBC's founding and its early years. This section includes chapters on the university's first president, Henry Marshall Tory, the construction of the Point Grey campus, and the establishment of UBC's first faculties and departments.
  • Part Two: The Post-War Years covers the period from the end of World War II to the 1960s. This section includes chapters on the expansion of UBC's campus, the growth of the student body, and the development of UBC's research programs.
  • Part Three: The Modern Era covers the period from the 1970s to the present. This section includes chapters on UBC's increasing internationalization, the development of new academic programs, and the construction of new buildings and facilities.
  • Part Four: The Future of UBC looks ahead to the next 70 years of UBC's history. This section includes chapters on UBC's strategic plan, its commitment to sustainability, and its role in the global community.

UBC 70 Years: The Author Exists is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of UBC or the history of higher education in Canada. This book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone else who wants to learn more about one of Canada's most prestigious universities.

Here are some of the things that make UBC 70 Years: The Author Exists so special:

  • It is a comprehensive history of UBC's first 70 years. This book tells the story of UBC's founding, its growth and development, and its impact on the local and global community.
  • It is beautifully illustrated. The book includes over 200 photographs, maps, and other illustrations that help to bring UBC's history to life.
  • It is written by a team of experts. The book's authors are all scholars who have studied UBC's history. They have drawn on a variety of sources to create a comprehensive and accurate account of UBC's past.
  • It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of UBC or the history of higher education in Canada. This book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone else who wants to learn more about one of Canada's most prestigious universities.

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