Signs of high school dropout and troubled adulthood appear as early as Grade 4
Dr. David Green and Dr. William Warburton co-authored a study which showed that data collected routinely by the B.C. government can predict who is likely to drop out of high school.
Dr. Alfred Hermida named Fellow of International Communication Association
UBC Journalism Professor Alfred Hermida has been named a Fellow by the International Communication Association (ICA) in recognition of his distinguished scholarly contributions to the field of communication.
Ways of Knowing Spotlight: Get insights from faculty across Arts about migration and diaspora
Are you curious about topics such as migration, diaspora, or globalization? The Ways of Knowing requirement may help you draw new perspectives as you participate in meaningful conversations about lived experiences and histories.
UBC professor emeritus George McWhirter receives largest international award for poetry
UBC School of Creative Writing professor emeritus George McWhirter recently won the 2024 Griffin Poetry Prize for his English-language translation of Self-Portrait in the Zone of Silence, written in Spanish by Mexican poet Homero Aridjis.
Eight Arts faculty receive funding from SSHRC grants competition
The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council has awarded funding to eight Faculty of Arts researchers in the Partnership Grants and Partnership Development Grants competition.
New books by Arts faculty to add to your reading list
This year, Arts scholars have explored diverse topics in their publications, from posthumanism and critical race theory in classic films to medieval French literature and the changing landscape of queer nightlife. Dive into these thought-provoking works for fresh perspectives on culture, history, society, and the environment.
Indigenous data stewardship stands against extractivist AI
Dr. David Gaertner highlights how historically significant contributions to advancement in technologies by Indigenous and Black communities showcase alternative ways toward building a sustainable future.
Arts in the Media: June 2024
Our Arts faculty members are sharing their expertise on a diverse range of topics, from Metro Vancouver board members to liberating short stories and even the history of nuclear tests in India. Be sure to stay tuned as we continue to update this list with more fascinating insights from our brilliant faculty members! Centre for […]
Indigenous History Month: Dr. Christopher Hammerly on his studies on Ojibwe
Celebrate National Indigenous History Month with Language Sciences as we feature Dr. Christopher Hammerly’s research on the Ojibwe language and its vitalization.
Why does Place and Power matter? A Q&A with Dr. Linc Kesler and Dr. David Gaertner
Place and Power is a crucial part of the new BA degree requirements, starting in 2024/25. To get a sense of the nuances cradled by concepts of place and power, and why the requirement was created, we spoke to Dr. Linc Kesler and Dr. David Gaertner who were central to its development.