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Highlights from Thrive 2017

See what Thrive 2017 was all about, and get inspired to try something new any time of year.

#LetsThriveUBC Challenge Winners

Congratulations to this year’s winners of the #LetsThriveUBC Challenge! Find out who they are and how they thrive.

Project identifies teaching practices that promote student wellbeing

Through examining the impact of instructional practices on student mental health and wellbeing, this project is helping create classroom spaces where students can thrive.

UBC initiatives aim to prevent suicide

This year, UBC researchers and health advocates have made breakthroughs in suicide awareness research.

Professor Ono commits to wellness at Thrive Kick-off

At the Thrive Kick-off on Oct. 31, UBC became the first university worldwide to officially commit to improving the health and wellbeing of students, faculty and staff.

Yellow is for Hello

Meet the friendliest bench on campus. The Friendship Bench is a physical reminder to sit, breathe, and talk (or think) about mental health.

Partner with Thrive

There are four ways to become a Thrive partner. By partnering with Thrive, you or your group can contribute to this dialogue and support positive mental health at UBC.