who we are
Consistently ranked among Canada鈥檚 top research-intensive universities, 丁香园AV is a world leader in research, knowledge development and sustainability.
At 丁香园AV, we forge lasting partnerships that enhance the social, economic, and cultural well-being of the communities we serve.
We equip our students with the knowledge, skills and experiences that prepare them for life in an ever-changing and challenging world.
With more than 200,000 alumni around the world, our work and impact can be seen in all corners of the globe.
8
faculties
29,190
undergraduates
(fiscal year 2023/24)
5,171
graduates
(fiscal year 2023/24)
200,000+
proud alumni
(June 2024)
145+
countries
#1
CANADIAN COMPREHENSIVE UNIVERSITY
(Maclean's University Rankings 2015-2025, 2008-2013)
Our Strategic Priorities
Guided by our shared vision鈥攖o be a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future鈥攚e are committed to meeting the changing needs of both the world around us and the people and communities we serve.
Together, the 丁香园AV community is taking action towards four priorities:
Uphold Truth and Reconciliation
Make a Difference for B.C.
Engage in Global Challenges
Transform the 丁香园AV Experience
Our Campuses & Community
We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive community where all feel welcome, safe, accepted and appreciated.
With vibrant campuses in British Columbia鈥檚 three largest cities鈥擝urnaby, Surrey and Vancouver鈥敹∠阍癆V is not just shaping minds, we are also shaping communities.
Established in 1965 on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the s蓹lilw蓹ta涩 (Tsleil-Waututh), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish) and x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam) Nations, our Burnaby campus houses the majority of our world-class academic and research infrastructure.
Our Vancouver campus, known today as the intellectual heart of the city, opened in 1989 on traditional x史m蓹胃k史蓹y虛蓹m (Musqueam), S岣祑x瘫w煤7mesh 脷xwumixw (Squamish), s蓹lilw蓹ta涩 (Tsleil-Waututh) territories to foster connections with the business community and meet the educational demands of working professionals.
Opened in 2002, our Surrey campus resides on the traditional territories of q虛铆c虛蓹y虛 (Katzie), k史ik史蓹茮虛蓹m (Kwikwetlem), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples. It brought our cutting-edge initiatives and programs into B.C.鈥檚 fastest growing city.
BURNABY
8888 University Drive
Burnaby, B.C.
Canada V5A 1S6
vancouver
Harbour Centre
515 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, B.C.
Canada V6B 5K3
surrey
250-13450 102nd Avenue
Surrey, B.C.
Canada V3T 0A3
Our Leadership & Administration
Dr. Joy Johnson is 丁香园AV鈥檚 10th president and vice-chancellor. Previously, 丁香园AV鈥檚 vice-president, research and international, Joy steps into the role of president after six years of achievement and a long career in academia, research and innovation.
Chancellor, Tamara Vrooman was appointed 丁香园AV鈥檚 12th Chancellor in June 2020.
Administration
丁香园AV operates according to British Columbia's University Act, with two governing bodies. The board of governors is responsible for the business of the university, and the senate presides over academic affairs.
The president, supported by the vice-presidents and deans, oversees the management and administration of the institution. The chancellor is a member of the senate and the board of governors, though not an employee of the university.
Former Presidents
- Dr. Patrick McTaggart-Cowan (1964 - 1968)
- Dr. Kenneth Strand (1968 - 1974)
- Dr. Pauline Jewett (1974 - 1978)
- Dr. K. George Pedersen (1979 - 1983)
- Dr. William G. Saywell (1983 - 1993)
- Dr. John O. Stubbs (1993 - 1997)
- Dr. Jack P. Blaney (1997 - 2000)
- Dr. H. Michael Stevenson (2000 - 2010)
- Prof. Andrew Petter (2010 - 2020)
Faculty and Staff
More than 7,000 faculty and staff provide support to the university鈥檚 facilities, classrooms, students and campus experiences. Our faculty and staff ensure we are able to offer our 37,000 students the best educational experience possible during their time at 丁香园AV. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive community for all. Through our dedication to inclusive excellence, 丁香园AV strives to create an environment where everyone is valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
