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I have been a Professor in the Computer Science Department at ºù«Ӱҵ since 2005, with extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. I served as Chair of the Department from 2015 to 2018 and resumed the role in 2020. Additionally, I have been the Chair of the Research Ethics Board since 2021 (term ending in August 2025) and an active member of several academic committees, contributing to institutional governance and policy development.

I hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Microelectronics, graduating with distinction and a GPA of 99%. I completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University in 1997 and held visiting scientist roles at:

• MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) (2010–2011)
• LIP6, Sorbonne University, Paris, France (2018–2019)

My research spans data systems, artificial intelligence, software engineering, and health informatics, with a strong record of impactful contributions. My team received the Best Conference Research Paper Awards in 2014 and 2023, highlighting the significance of our work.

I am dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring future researchers. My Canadian and international experience equips me to make meaningful contributions to academia.

Publications by Youry Khmelevsky

Credentials:
PhD in Computer Science, Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. Doctoral studies completed at the National Technical University of Ukraine "Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute."

Catherine is a professor in the management and human resource management programs at ºù«Ӱҵ. She has been a course leader in the development, delivery and evaluation of the Okanagan School of business human resource management, leadership and organizational behaviour courses (in-person and virtual) for over two decades.

Academic Background

Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration (Management), Saint Mary’s University

Master of Arts Degree, Career Development, School of Management, JFK University

Employment History

Professor, Faculty of Business & Extension Services, Okanagan (University) College (1995-current)

Human Resource Development & Management Consulting Business (1987-current)

Management and Human Resource Management Positions, City of Calgary (1980-1987)

Professional Certifications

The Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association, Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) Designation (1996-current)

Canadian Council of Human Resource Associations and Human Resources Management Association- BC and Yukon, Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Designation (1999-current)

Research and Publications

Cathy has published over 25 international and national scholarly peer-reviewed publications and paper presentations, over 16 business cases and case teaching notes and over 17 technical reports and magazine articles for professional, industry and public audiences. Since 2006, Cathy has been reviewing textbooks and various articles for publishers, peer reviewed journals and peer reviewed conference papers submitted for presentations. Cathy has authored 11 instructor’s manuals and test bank questions including context dependent multiple-choice questions designed to accompany the human resource management textbooks. She has authored various experiential exercises and case incidents that continue to be included in human resource management textbooks. She is the coauthor of the textbook Essentials of Managing Human Resources. 5th Canadian Edition. Toronto: Nelson Education

After completing a BSc and MSc at UBC it was time to try something new and get out of the rain. I enjoyed just a year in Montreal before having an opportunity to finish my PhD at the Pasteur Institut and a post-doc in London. They were fantastic experiences, academically and culturally. Since then I have worked at the Terry Fox Labs and in Ottawa for Ron Worton but I have to say living and working in the Okanagan is special. I love the weather, culture and it suits my hobbies (horseback riding, hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross country skiing). At ºù«Ӱҵ I teach first year, specializing in Anatomy & Physiology, and second year Microbiology and Pathophysiology.

Credentials:
PhD, Anatomy, Pasteur Institute/McGill University

After completing a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the University of Southampton (UK) and a fixed-term position at St Andrews University (Scotland), I worked for several years at Flinders University (Adelaide, Australia). I joined ºù«Ӱҵ in 2020, and I currently teach courses on introductory psychology, research methods and design, perception, human information processing, qualitative methods and design, and program evaluation. My research interests include the reconstructive nature of memory (e.g., subjective experience of remembering, false/recovered memory), the strategic regulation of accuracy (e.g., knowing when to act on a piece of information or when to keep quiet), and judgment and decision making across a variety of situations. One of my most recent lines of research has focused on understanding anomalistic (i.e., extraordinary) and other non-evidence based beliefs, which includes belief in the paranormal, extra-terrestrials, conspiracy theories, motivated rejection of science, et cetera. Previous work in this area has typically shown that there are performance differences, such as reasoning ability, between people who hold such beliefs and those who do not. My research has concentrated on understanding these differences, as well as on how other variables may be related to anomalistic belief, such as delusion-proneness and thinking style (i.e., intuitive vs. analytical styles).

Credentials:
PhD, Cognitive Psychology, University of Victoria
MSc, Cognitive Psychology, University of Victoria

My research interests include environmental governance and the application of GIScience to humanitarian crises and human rights issues. My work on environmental governance focuses on land and property rights in the context of environmental conflicts and peacebuilding. My GIScience research focuses on developing capacities of and methods for organizations working on human rights monitoring and documentation of war crimes and crimes against humanity. As an eductor, I also engage in research on open education for environmental science and geographic education

Credentials:
PhD, Geography, McGill University

Alan Rice received his Master’s of Arts in Tourism Planning and Development from California University in 2010. He completed his Bachelors of Administration with honours in marketing, specializing in marketing research, at Brock University in 1991. He has been teaching in the fields of Tourism and Hospitality Management and Marketing at ºù«Ӱҵ since 2008.

Alan has over seventeen years of management experience in the tourism industry. He is the owner and principal of Kettle Valley Research, a boutique marketing research consultancy. Since its establishment in 2003, Kettle Valley Research has worked with clients in the tourism industry, government, economic development, as well as several advertising agencies and private firms. From 1996 to 2003 he worked in the tourism research field at Tourism Whistler where he oversaw all aspects of market research, analytics, and competitive intelligence.

Credentials:
MA, Tourism Planning and Development, California University
BA, Marketing, Brock University

Shortly after obtaining my master’s in Mathematics in 1998, I began teaching Math and Stats at various post-secondary institutions, in both English and French, in Ontario, Manitoba, and British Columbia. Since I began at ºù«Ӱҵ in 2006, I have met many wonderful people – students, staff, and faculty members alike. In 2018, I returned to graduate studies with the support of the College and began a master’s in arts in Education at UBC Okanagan. After successfully defending my thesis, I was inspired to continue my research and enrolled in a doctoral program.  I have since defended my dissertation but continue to be involved in research. My research continues to focus on contemplative pedagogy, supporting students with math anxiety, and building community in the math classroom.

Credentials:
MMath, Applied Math, UWaterloo
MA, Education, UBC
PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies, UBC

I have over 20 years of industry experience working with large multi-national corporations in sales, consulting, development and support when I discovered the Okanagan. I was looking for a change in lifestyle, and moved to Canada from Europe in 2012. Originally from Hamburg, Germany, I initially worked at both Kelowna higher education institutions but am now fully dedicated to teaching and research at the ºù«Ӱҵ, School of Business. Bringing my knowledge from industry and local research into the classroom, I provide many examples from big and small business environments. If I'm not in the classroom or in the field (doing research), you will find me mountain biking or hiking in the summer, snowboarding in the winter or just having fun with my family all year around.  I love the outdoors and will happily talk to you about new trails to explore in the Okanagan – which is â€˜the best place to live in the world.'

Credentials:
Masters program and PhD in Management at the University of Auckland (NZ) (PhD awarded 1998
Undergraduate degree in Psychology at Swansea University (UK)