Welcome to 2017 | A message from Andrew Parr
Welcome to 2017 – a year that I can assure you will be packed with projects, activities, and initiatives which will further increase and enhance our positive impact on the UBC community. In 2017 we will continue to focus on strategic growth, service excellence, and an outstanding workplace culture. I have summarized a few key initiatives and priorities for SHHS in 2017, which I hope you will take a moment to review.
In Memoriam: Victor Guillen-Solano (1964–2016)
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Victor Guillen-Solano (October 27, 1964–November 18, 2016), one of our valued SHHS colleagues. Victor was a dedicated member of SHHS who worked on our Mobile and Events team as a food truck cook, after first joining SHHS in 2013 as a cook in our residence dining rooms.
SHHS & VPS United Way Fundraising
SHHS and the Vice President, Students portfolio contribute significantly to United Way UBC fundraising efforts each year.
Through a garage sale, customer participation week, jeans days, and more we support United Ways’ amazing work in the community.
Happy Holidays!
What will be the fate of our leaders? Will they escape the clutches of the giant snowman?
Q&A with C&A
UBC Conferences & Accommodation (C&A) had a very successful summer this year. We asked Allan De Jong a few questions about what made it great, what he’s looking forward to next summer, and a bit about what’s happening in the industry.
Farewell to Pacific Spirit Place
In August, we said goodbye to Pacific Spirit Place (PSP) in the old SUB. PSP was home to many SHHS staff over the years and is filled with memories. Sherman Kong sent us a brief testimonial, plus a few pictures of PSP before the crews moved in to renovate.
Brock Commons: The World’s Tallest Wood Building
The mass wood structure and façade of Brock Commons – the world’s tallest wood building – is now complete, four months ahead of schedule!
Welcome to Orchard Commons & Open Kitchen
This August, we opened an amazing campus facility. Orchard Commons is our newest student residence, home to UBC Vantage College, 1,047 student residents, and our favourite place to eat on campus, Open Kitchen.
Q & A with Andrew and Louise
As part of the SHHS Appreciation BBQ on August 30, we held a brief Q & A—at which SHHS staff could ask Louise Cowin, VP, Students, or Andrew Parr, Managing Director, SHHS, about things that interest them in SHHS, the VP Students Portfolio, or at UBC.