Arts Perspectives on AI: Faculty discuss integrity and innovation
Dr. Laurie McNeill and Dr. Patrick Parra Pennefather share what they have learned about using AI in course design, and what they think are the biggest AI-related opportunities or challenges facing students and faculty.
Arts faculty on Latin American Studies and what unites Canada and Latin America
For Latin American Heritage Month, Arts faculty affiliated with the Latin American Studies program share their research and teaching, and what they see as the most significant shared histories or futures of Latin America and Canada.
Meet the new Associate Dean and Heads and Directors in Arts
The Faculty of Arts welcomes one new Associate Dean and two new Heads and Directors in 2023-2024.
Meet the new faculty in Arts 2023-24
The Faculty of Arts is welcoming several new faculty members this year. Meet some of the new profs, and get to know what they’re working on and why they’re excited to be at UBC.
Signs of the times: A conversation with Nigel Howard on Deaf culture and visual accessibility
We spoke with Nigel Howard from the Department of Linguistics to learn more about the Deaf culture, sign language, and the importance of visual accessibility. In this Q&A, he shares his perspective on what it means to be truly inclusive in higher education.
Need an elective? Explore what’s on offer this Winter
Still on the lookout for an elective to complete your 2023/24 Winter session timetable? Enhance your Arts degree by enrolling in any of these classes with open seats and no pre-requisites.
Meet two Indigenous scholars leading innovative research in the Faculty of Arts
Learn about the research of Dr. Billy-Ray Belcourt and Dr. Dory Nason, what they’re currently working on, and their advice for aspiring Indigenous scholars.
New 2023 courses in the Faculty of Arts
Registration starts soon for the 2023/24 Winter Session! From beginners’ classes in Swahili to explorations of Arctic art and activism, here are some of the exciting new courses being offered for the first time ever in the Faculty of Arts.
7 Arts courses you can take to learn about Indigenous history and culture
Explore a list of Arts courses you can take this upcoming Winter session to learn more about Indigenous topics. These courses are open to all Arts students without any prerequisites, and are taught by Indigenous faculty.
Integrating Practical Learning into Arts courses
A new web resource for faculty provides support for incorporating Practical Learning into Arts courses.