New Earth Science Field Course

Ongoing course development, guided by the 3-Tier Indigenous Engagement Model, is shaping a unique, field-based educational experience, making it the department’s exclusive program explicitly designed to integrate Indigenous ways of knowing. Our former student partners, Wylee Fitz-Gerald and Daniel Harris, along with participants from Tiers 1 and 2 of the model, have been instrumental in co-creating this course.

Our vision is to offer a peer-led program, in collaboration with diverse partners in the Okanagan Valley, including UBC Okanagan and local Indigenous groups. The primary goal of this course is to empower UBC students to infuse Indigenous knowledge into their academic journey. It takes advantage of the breathtaking surroundings of the new UBC-Teck Geological Field Station, fostering deeper connections with local Indigenous communities. Our student objectives encompass working on projects that benefit local groups, instilling a sense of purpose at the UBC-Teck Geological Field Station, and cultivating meaningful relationships with our local partners.

Designed for 4th-year students in the Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Science department at UBC, this course is currently in its early planning stages, and our team is enthusiastic about creating a student-led capstone field course, supported by our valued partners.

A one story building made of metal and woods sits in the middle of many tall trees

A vegetated mountainside sits near the bottom of the image while the sky is streaked with sheer clouds during sunset.

A rocky mountainside is populated by trees with a clear blue sky overhead.

A valley with pale, dry grass is densely populated with coniferous trees.

Experience the Station’s Environment

This 360 degree sample scene below features the outdoor space outside of the station.

To interact… click the top right rectangle with arrows to engage full-screen mode. Click, hold, and drag to view different spaces in the scene on any space of the scene to explore. Use the escape key or press the escape button (bottom left) to leave full screen.

Current status of course: Submitting for Review 2025.