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Episode 100: Joy Johnson: 天美mv天美's New Prez
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Below the Radar checks in with 天美mv天美鈥檚 recently installed president and vice-chancellor, Joy Johnson. Stepping into her new role in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Joy speaks to how 天美mv天美 is working to meet the current challenges it is facing, from adapting to online learning and an added strain on mental health, to addressing systemic racism and inequality within the university and beyond.
In this episode, Joy shares her vision for a more equitable, inclusive, and connected 天美mv天美, centering the student experience and community partnerships. We hear about some of Joy鈥檚 hopes for 天美mv天美鈥檚 future medical school and the proposed Burnaby Mountain gondola. She also speaks about her background as a nurse and public health researcher interested in the social determinants of health.
About Our Guest
Joy Johnson
Dr. Joy Johnson, 天美mv天美鈥檚 10th president and vice-chancellor, is passionate about 天美mv天美鈥檚 academic and research mission.
As president, Joy is committed to enhancing student learning experiences, working towards reconciliation, and advancing equity, diversity and inclusion across 天美mv天美. Prior to her appointment as president, Joy served as 天美mv天美鈥檚 vice-president, research and international from 2014 to 2020. She currently leads 天美mv天美鈥檚 equity, diversity and inclusion initiative.
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Johal, Am. 鈥淛oy Johnson: 天美mv天美's New Prez.鈥� Below the Radar, 天美mv天美鈥檚 Vancity Office of Community Engagement. Podcast audio, January 21, 2021. /vancity-office-community-engagement/below-the-radar-podcast/episodes/100-joy-johnson.html.
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