CENES introduces Scandinavian Minor and German Studies Minor
By Mary Leong Starting in September 2011, the Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies (CENES) will unveil two new specializations: a Scandinavian Minor and a German Studies Minor. Scandinavian Minor The Scandinavian Minor was developed in response to large student interest in the Swedish and Danish language and literature courses. Students must complete […]
An Arts degree still a ticket to success
By Mary Leong You’re a recent Arts graduate with your BA in hand – a tribute to the years (and student loans) you’ve spent working away at your degree. Now that you’re heading out into the “real world”, will you be employed? Globe and Mail columnists James Bradshaw and Tralee Pearce don’t think so. Debunking […]
Apply now to run a Student Directed Seminar
By Mary Leong Tailor a course specific to your academic interests. Apply now to coordinate a Student Directed Seminar, where students get the opportunity to propose, plan and facilitate a 3-credit seminar course for their peers. To coordinate a Student Directed Seminar, students propose a course not currently available at UBC. If a professor agrees […]
Finding a job after graduation
By Erin Catherall Graduating from university is a major milestone, but the thought of what lies next can often be overwhelming. With such a competitive job market, landing a job in your desired field can be challenging for many grads. Luckily, thanks to the help of UBC’s Centre for Arts Student Services (CASS), Alumni Affairs […]
Meet April Dutheil: Research takes Arts undergrad to the high Arctic
By Mary Leong Participating in research is not only a great way to expand your resume; it also takes you far beyond the classroom – as fourth-year Sociology student April Dutheil can attest to. Her work with the Nanisiniq Arviat History Project brought her to Arviat, Nunavut last summer, and she’s returning again this year. […]
Coping with academics: From stress to success
By Erin Catherall When end of term celebrations are over, the cold hard reality of exams is starting to settle in. With busy schedules and pressure to perform, students often experience an increase in stress and anxiety at this time. Getting enough sleep, balancing a healthy diet, and staying stress-free, are all things that can […]
Librarians embrace the Digital Age
By Erin Catherall What do you picture when you think of a librarian? Is it the popular stereotype of a lady with large glasses, hair tied tightly in a bun, stamping dusty old books? If it is, perhaps you should take a second look. Assistant Professor, Heather O’Brien, provides a contemporary view of librarians and […]
Humanities 101 is heard at the Vancouver Art Gallery
A Faculty of Arts Community Education Program is featured at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Research tips for term papers!
By Erin Catherall With paper deadlines fast approaching, UBC Arts students are starting to feel the pressure. We all want to find the perfect library sources but sometimes our busy lives and lack of research skills can make paper writing challenging. In an interview with Carly Pansulla, Student Librarian, CASS (Centre for Arts Student Services) […]
Meet Dr. Geoffrey Winthrop-Young: History course with literary twist piques student interest
“Every lecture is a world-class seminar.” “The best course I’ve ever taken.” These are just a few of the accolades Dr. Geoffrey Winthrop-Young has received from students for his course, CENS 303A, “German Representations of the Holocaust”.