Welcome to B.A.R.K.
B.A.R.K. is a research-driven program designed to support the emotional well-being of university students grappling with challenges around homesickness, social isolation, and integration into the university community. B.A.R.K. programming consists of both intervention studies and community drop-in services.
B.A.R.K. research has been featured in WebMD, Psychology Today and American Kennel Club.
Programs & Session Dates
View the dates and times of our upcoming sessions
Get Involved
Volunteers help keep B.A.R.K. running. Learn how you can volunteer.
Research & Partnerships
Take a look at the research behind the B.A.R.K. and explore our community connections.
News & Updates
A Positive Impact on Campus
“We couldn’t walk down a hallway without being stopped. As much as I’d like to say it was me they were stopping for, it was all for Frances,” he says with a laugh. “These students would eventually look up at me from petting Frances and say, ‘As much as I miss my family, I miss my dog more’.”
—John-Tyler Binfet, B.A.R.K. Director | Read the Full Story
UBCO Student Wellbeing Resources
Our Partners
B.A.R.K. supporters strengthen the impact of our work. Learn about the Friends of B.A.R.K.
