UBC Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (G+PS) is pleased to announce that one of its staff members has received a President's Staff Award. UBC offers the President’s Service Awards for Excellence and the President’s Staff Awards annually, presented by the university to recognize staff members who demonstrate outstanding achievement and excellence within the UBC community. Among the recipients is Serbulent Turan, G+PS staff member.
President’s Staff Award for Enhancing UBC Experience
Serbulent Turan, Manager, Public Scholarship Initiatives, Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies
Through his leadership of the Public Scholars Initiative (PSI), Serbulent Turan (he/him) has built a thriving network of nearly 400 doctoral students and PhDs across disciplines at UBC. He connects personally with each new cohort, taking time to understand their ambitions and challenges, and providing tailored support that empowers them to succeed both academically and personally. His ability to track and guide each scholar’s progress, partnerships, and career pathways makes him an indispensable mentor and advocate. Serbulent’s influence extends far beyond individual mentorship. He has cultivated multidisciplinary faculty partnerships, strengthened community collaborations, and offered strategic guidance and resources that benefit units across campus. Under his vision, PSI has grown into a model of public scholarship that shares research in accessible and meaningful ways while expanding opportunities for scholars to engage with communities worldwide. Furthermore, through evolving workshops, networking opportunities, and training programs, Serbulent has built a strong infrastructure to prepare scholars for the unique challenges of public scholarship. Serbulent's passion and dedication have enriched the UBC experience for students, faculty, and communities alike, transforming PSI into a model of engagement, collaboration, and impact.
Congratulations to Serbulent, and to all the recipients of the awards.