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Your official source for news, events, resources and opportunities in UBC Arts. ๐ arts.ubc.ca
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UBC Asian Studies
12 days ago
On Friday, January 30, join us for the 2026 Capstone Lecture, where our Professor in Korean History and Civilization, Dr. Don Baker will explore the remarkable lives of the Chลng brothers, revealing valuable insight into life in late 18th- and early 19th-century Korea.
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In a newly funded international project,
@lauraknelson.bsky.social
is exploring how AI can reason within cultural and historical contexts for humanities research. ๐ค๐
@ccss-ubc.bsky.social
Read our Q&A with her on the questions these tools could help answer:
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/ubc-soc...
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UBC Centre for Migration Studies
about 2 months ago
๐จ CMS invites artists to submit for the ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑโ๐ฎ๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ป๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป! Explore how migrants navigate physical, social, political, and identity borders, revealing journeys of exclusion, hope, pain, and resilience. Prizes: ๐ฅ$1,250 ๐ฅ$250 Learn more:
migration.ubc.ca/news/interna...
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Across B.C., frontline workers are facing intense, life-altering situations, often without formal training to respond safely. The UBC School of Social Work has launched a Mental Health and Substance Use Micro-certificate to help close this gap amid mental health and toxic drug crises. Read more โฌ๏ธ
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UBC launches new training to help frontline workers respond to mental health and substance use crises - Faculty of Arts
The UBC School of Social Work has introduced a new Mental Health and Substance Use Micro-certificate to equip frontline workers with skills to respond safely and compassionately to crises, addressingโฆ
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/ubc-launches-new-training-to-help-frontline-workers-respond-to-mental-health-and-substance-use-crises/
about 1 month ago
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#AI
is raising urgent questions for educators, who are balancing its impacts on literacy and learning in an increasingly competitive academic landscape. We spoke with UBC alumna Saskia Tholen (MA'25) about this tension, and the broader role of higher education amidst the rise of AI. ๐ค๐ Read more โฌ๏ธ
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The role of university education in the age of AI - Faculty of Arts
UBC Political Science alumna (MA '25) Saskia Tholen discusses the role of university education in the age of AI.
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/the-role-of-university-education-in-the-age-of-ai/
about 2 months ago
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UBC SPPGA
about 2 months ago
America First-driven unilateralism is reshaping the global order. The 2026 Lind Initiative asks: What happens when the worldโs most powerful country stops playing by the rules it helped to write โ and who steps in when it does? Learn more: lindinitiative.ubc.ca
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From AI to the toxic-drug crisis, Arts researchers are helping make sense of the issues shaping our world. With new non-credit programs, the Faculty of Arts is making that knowledge more accessible so learners can apply it in their work and communities ๐ก Read more:
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/ubc-art...
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UBC Arts expands non-credit programs to meet evolving learner needsย - Faculty of Arts
From mental health and substance use to survey research and storytelling, UBC Arts is expanding non-credit programs that respond to societal needs and creative aspirations.
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/ubc-arts-expands-non-credit-programs-to-meet-evolving-learner-needs/
about 2 months ago
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๐ Congratulations to
@evanthompson.bsky.social
and
@kiransoma.bsky.social
for being newly named Distinguished University Scholars, one of UBCโs highest honours for faculty excellence. ๐
@ubcphilosophy.bsky.social
@psych.ubc.ca
Discover more about their work and contributions โฌ๏ธ
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Arts faculty named 2025 Distinguished University Scholars - Faculty of Arts
Dr. Evan Thompson (Philosophy) and Dr. Kiran Soma (Psychology) have been named Distinguished University Scholars, one of UBCโs highest honours for faculty excellence.
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/arts-faculty-named-2025-distinguished-university-scholars/
about 2 months ago
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"When stories are seen, they have the power to shift conversations and even the future." UBC Theatre & Film Associate Professor (and new Royal Society of Canada Member)
@shannondwalsh.bsky.social
shares the impact of her work as a filmmaker ๐ฅ Read more:
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/two-art...
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about 2 months ago
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Last week, we were delighted to welcome UBC President & Vice-Chancellor Benoit-Antoine Bacon
@ubcprez.bsky.social
to the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts for a showcase of the diverse and impactful research happening across the Faculty of Arts.
about 2 months ago
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Our Arts faculty members made headlines across several outlets this past month, breaking down climate policy, political leadership, AI & tech impacts, and more ๐โก๏ธ ๐ฐ Check out the November 2025 roundup of Arts in the Media โฌ๏ธ
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Arts in the Media: November 2025 - Faculty of Arts
This November, UBC Arts faculty made headlines across major outlets including Bloomberg, The Globe and Mail, Time Magazine, CBC, and The Economist. Their expertise informed stories on climate policy,โฆ
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/arts-in-the-media-november-2025/
about 2 months ago
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UBC Centre for Migration Studies
2 months ago
Nov 28, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Liu Institute: Mojan Farshchi will examine how the right to a healthy environment, rooted in international human rights and environmental law, can help fill protection gaps for climate and environmental migrants. ๐ Register:
migration.ubc.ca/events/event...
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How do hormones affect the brain and our behaviours, and what does that mean for Canadians? ๐ง Hear from
@kiransoma.bsky.social
, who was recently elected as a Fellow to the Royal Society of Canada.
@psych.ubc.ca
@src-rsc.bsky.social
Read more:
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/two-art...
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Centre for Climate Justice
3 months ago
The rapid spread of AI raises growing climate justice concerns. Join professors
@naomiaklein.bsky.social
,
@mysdick.bsky.social
,
@profwhw.bsky.social
, and
@profhvdv.bsky.social
for a hybrid panel discussion, moderated by
@carolmliao.bsky.social
. Register Now:
climatejustice.ubc.ca/events/event...
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UBCโs Dr. Candace Galla has been appointed
@unesco.org
Co-Chair for Rights Education among Indigenous and Non-Dominant Language Communitiesโadvancing global efforts in language rights, education, and revitalization. ๐ ๐ฌ Read more about what this appointment means for Dr. Galla โฌ๏ธ
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Dr. Candace Galla appointed UNESCO Co-Chair to advance Indigenous and non-dominant language rights - Faculty of Arts
In this Q&A, Dr. Candace Galla discusses her work on Indigenous language revitalization and educationโand the importance of protecting linguistic diversity worldwide.
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/dr-candace-galla-appointed-unesco-co-chair-to-advance-indigenous-and-non-dominant-language-rights/
3 months ago
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UBC Centre for Migration Studies
4 months ago
๐ฃ CMS, in partnership with AMSSA, is excited to host the 3rd CMSโSector Research Collaborations Day, themed: ๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐: ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ต ๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฎ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐ ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ผ๐บ๐บ๐๐ป๐ถ๐๐ ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ. ๐ Nov 12 | 8:30 AMโ3:30 PM ๐ Creekside Community Recreation Centre, Vancouver, BC Register:
migration.ubc.ca/events/event...
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From insights on AI to the politics of global governance, Arts faculty members helped inform stories across several major outlets with their expertise. ๐ค๐ ๐ฐ Check out the October 2025 roundup of Arts in the Media โฌ๏ธ
@ubcdemocracy.bsky.social
@ubcpsych.bsky.social
@ubcjournalism.bsky.social
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Arts in the Media: October 2025 - Faculty of Arts
This August and September, UBC Arts faculty shared their expertise with the media on issues ranging from the global reach of Korean pop culture and the ethics of museum collections to immigrationโฆ
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/arts-in-the-media-october-2025/
3 months ago
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From genAI to wearable health tech, are emerging technologies truly meeting peopleโs needs for better well-being? ๐ค๐ญ
@ubcpsych.bsky.social
lecturer
@jilldosso.bsky.social
explores how people experience these tools and why user perspectives must guide their design. Read more โฌ๏ธ
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When robots promise love: What people really want from AI and smart tech - Faculty of Arts
From robotic pets to wearable health devices, UBC psychologist Dr. Jill Dosso explores how people experience these tools and why user perspectives must guide their design.
https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/when-robots-promise-love-what-people-really-want-from-ai-and-smart-tech/
3 months ago
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UBC French, Hispanic and Italian Studies
3 months ago
Congratulations to Dr. Gaoheng Zhang for publishing two new monographs this October, each exploring cultural exchanges between Italy and Chinaโfrom food to fashion. We invite you to attend his upcoming book talks.
fhis.ubc.ca/news/gaoheng...
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Gaoheng Zhang publishes two monographs in one month on Italy-China cultural exchanges - Department of French, Hispanic and Italian Studies
We are excited to share that Dr. Gaoheng Zhang, Associate Professor of Italian Studies, has published two new monographs this October 2025โeach exploring cultural exchanges between Italy and Chinaโฆ
https://fhis.ubc.ca/news/gaoheng-zhang-publishes-two-monographs-in-one-month-on-italy-china-cultural-exchanges/
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The Faculty of Arts has some new faces this year ๐ Meet some of the new profs, get to know their research and why theyโre excited to be at UBC. โฌ๏ธ
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/meet-th...
@sppga.ubc.ca
@ubcpsych.bsky.social
@ubcvse.bsky.social
@asia.ubc.ca
@ubc-cenes.bsky.social
@ubcgeography.bsky.social
3 months ago
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UBC Faculty of Arts
UBC SPPGA
4 months ago
Join us on Oct 24 atย
@moaubc.bsky.social
, as journalists, experts and storytellers explore the ways Indigenous narratives work to engage with what climate change means on Indigenous terms. Read more here: https://f.mtr.cool/teoofwhzrs
@mediaindigena.bsky.social
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation remembers Survivors and Intergenerational Survivors of the Indian Residential School systemโincluding those who didnโt return homeโand reminds non-Indigenous people of the work still needed. Learn more about events & resources:
irshdc.ubc.ca/orange-shirt...
4 months ago
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From the politicization of science to the global popularity of Korean media, Arts faculty members made headlines across several major outlets these past two months. ๐ฌ ๐ฐ Check out the August-September 2025 roundup of Arts in the Media โก๏ธ
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/arts-in...
4 months ago
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UBC SPPGA
4 months ago
How do we shift the conversation from reconciliation to reparations? Prof. Tricia Logan (SPPGA/CIS) shares insights from her project on facing colonial complicity in high education. Watch here:
https://f.mtr.cool/myglwmcuiy
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The Faculty of Arts is proud to share its Strategic Plan for 2025โ2030, a forward-looking roadmap shaped by the voices of our community and reflecting our shared vision for the future of Arts. Explore the plan โก๏ธ
www.arts.ubc.ca/about/strate...
4 months ago
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UBC Faculty of Arts
UBC French, Hispanic and Italian Studies
5 months ago
Discover the latest research in French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Romance Studies at the FHIS Research Seminar! Enjoy engaging talks, discussion, and refreshments. View the full schedule and RSVP:
fhis.ubc.ca/news/fhis-se...
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The Indigenous Symbols and Signifiers Exhibition recently opened, with student artists joining us to mark the occasion. Experience works rooted in Indigenous heritage and resilience at the Hatch Art Gallery until Oct 9. More info:
www.arts.ubc.ca/events/event...
4 months ago
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UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship๐ฒ๐จ๐ฆ
5 months ago
Join
#UBCForestry
and
@landfood.ubc.ca
on September 30 at 1956 Main Mall as we unite for an Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day. Learn more:
bit.ly/osd-2025
#UBC
#OrangeShirtDay
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2025 Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day |
Join Land and Food Systems and Forestry for an Intergenerational March to Commemorate Orange Shirt Day on Sept 30.
https://bit.ly/osd-2025
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UBC Geography
5 months ago
The Atmospheric Apparitions mini-symposium on Sept 18-19 2025 is free and open to the public. We encourage you to visit the departmental Atmospheric Apparitions: Particle Pollutants โ Dust, Ash, Smog and Smoke! exhibition July 21-Sept 26, 2025 Learn more:
geog.ubc.ca/events/event...
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๐ Congratulations to Dr. Kiran Soma (
@ubcpsych.bsky.social
) and Dr. Shannon Walsh (Dept. of Theatre & Film) for being named as a Royal Society of Canada Fellow and Member respectively.
@src-rsc.bsky.social
Read more about this prestigious recognition:
www.arts.ubc.ca/news/two-art...
5 months ago
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Welcome back, UBC Arts! ๐ Hereโs to a fresh start, new opportunities, and everything the school year ahead has to offer. Letโs make it a great one! โจ
5 months ago
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