Dr. Raúl Álvarez Moreno explores the role of the humanities during times of crisis
The response of science and technology to Covid-19 has been fast and remarkable, but the human response has not been so great. This reminds us that human crises, and economic crises, do not just exist in the abstract, in figures or algorithms, but in human beings.
Political Science pilot project rethinks the university transcript
UBC’s Political Science grads now receive a rich transcript that better highlights the skills each graduate has developed as part of their degree, thanks to a pilot project launched by the department.
Faculty of Arts books to add to your 2021 reading list
In 2020, Arts professors and emeriti published books on topics ranging from cult cinema to the impact of right-wing interpretations of the Bible on US politics. We’ve rounded up a selection of these new books — which would make an excellent addition to your reading list.
Professor Daniel Justice appointed to the Order of Canada
Dr. Daniel Heath Justice, Professor of English and First Nations and Indigenous Studies, has been appointed to the Order of Canada, one of the country’s highest honours.
Professor Rashid Sumaila named a University Killam Professor
Dr. Rashid Sumaila, Professor in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs and the Institute for the Oceans and Fisheries, has been named a University Killam Professor — the highest honour UBC can confer on a faculty member.
UBC History professor Tina Loo named a University Killam Professor
Dr. Tina Loo, Professor in the Department of History, has been named a University Killam Professor — the highest honour UBC can confer on a faculty member
Professor Kristen Hopewell Awarded SSHRC Tier 2 CRC in Global Policy
Professor Kristen Hopewell has been awarded the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Global Policy in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs, Faculty of Arts, University of British Columbia.
How did Wuhan residents cope with a 76-day lockdown?
UBC Sociology Professors Yue Qian and Amy Hanser conducted 30 in-depth interviews to understand Wuhan residents’ lived experiences of lockdown life. We talked to them about their research.