Update on protest encampment – message from President Benoit-Antoine Bacon
UBC President Benoit Antoine Bacon has issued a statement regarding the protest encampment at MacInnes Field.
Update on protest encampment – May 11 UBC Bookstore incident
Since April 29, we have been updating the UBC community about the protests located on UBC’s MacInnes Field on the Vancouver campus. The University has been clear throughout this period that we uphold the tenet of freedom of expression, but that protest actions must remain peaceful, respectful and within UBC policies and the law.
Protest at the Vancouver Campus
A demonstration began last week at the Vancouver campus on MacInnes Field and is ongoing. During this time, campus remains open for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Update on campus protest
As stated yesterday and throughout the year, UBC values freedom of expression and respects peaceful protest. The university also recognizes that the violence in Israel and Palestine evokes complex emotions and we recognize the concerns and suffering of many in our community.
Protest at UBC’s MacInnes Field
UBC values freedom of expression and respects peaceful protest. We understand that some in our community want to protest the violence and war they see unfolding. These actions must always be taken with respect for others and within the boundaries of university policy and the law.