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UBC Okanagan Library Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Describes EDI work underway at UBCO Library. Provides resources relating to EDI.

Purpose of the group

The Learning, Research, and Engagement working group aims to collect and review student perspectives on access to and inclusivity of UBCO Library programs, services, collections, and spaces to support teaching and learning in the library. The goals of this working group are aligned with goal #4 of UBC’s Inclusion Action Plan.

Membership

  • Jessica Lowry, Centre for Scholarly Communication Associate, Chair

  • Sajni Lacey, Learning and Curriculum Support Librarian

  • Barbara Sobol, Public Services Librarian

  • Dania Tomlinson, Communications Specialist

Active projects

Pilot survey review and implementation: We have surveyed a small group of student employees and are currently reviewing and implementing recommendations to improve support aligned with teaching and learning at the UBCO Library. 

Ongoing feedback: We will develop an accessible way for students to quickly provide their ongoing feedback on Library programs and services related to teaching and learning.

Contact the chair

Jessica Lowry jessica.lowry@ubc.ca