COVID-19 and Climate Change: A Q&A with Geographer Seth Wynes
Climate change researcher Seth Wynes talks about what COVID-19 means for climate change, and how governments should consider climate goals as they rebuild their economies.
When crises collide: COVID-19 and overdose in the Downtown Eastside
A Q&A with UBC sociologist Lindsey Richardson about how this outbreak is impacting the Downtown Eastside and what can be done to better support residents.
Shaylih Muehlmann and Shannon Walsh awarded Guggenheim Fellowships
Congratulations to Shaylih Muehlmann, an associate professor in the Department of Anthropology, and Shannon Walsh, an associate professor in the Department of Theatre and Film, who have received 2020 Guggenheim Fellowships.
UBC health psychologists launch global research project to study the psychological impact of COVID-19
Dr. Anita DeLongis and Dr. Nancy Sin want to know how people are coping with the Coronavirus disease pandemic.
Sociologist Yue Qian receives federal funding to study COVID-19
Dr Qian, who is originally from Wuhan, is studying the human experiences and mental health consequences of quarantine.
Asian Studies professor explores how Hollywood’s portrayal of Muslims has shifted over past two decades
Dr. Thobani hopes her project brings new insights into how ‘entertainment’ intersects with politics to shape popular attitudes towards Muslims.
