Behind the Camera: Japanese Women Photographers with Dr. Kelly McCormick
Bringing together the history of photography, feminist art history, and the history of modern Japan, Behind the Camera presents scholarly research and primary source materials in a format that opens up access to new perspectives, and to allow students and researchers to use the materials to construct their own work.
The intersection of culture and cuisine: How food shapes our identity
Food serves not only as a means of nourishment but also as a way for individuals to engage with various cultures and communities. We have consulted with experts to gain their insights on how food can promote diversity and inclusivity, and enhance our understanding of different cultures within our community.
Dr. Andrew Martindale and his collaborators are recipients of the Governor General’s Innovation Awards
Anthropologist Dr. Andrew Martindale and his collaborators with the Canadian Archeological Association Working Group on Unmarked Graves are among winners of the 2024 Governor General’s Innovation Awards.
Ways of Knowing Spotlight: Insights on climate change and sustainability
From climate justice to sustainability efforts, how can the Ways of Knowing breadth requirements help you to gain more insight? Four Arts faculty members from Creative Writing, Economics, Political Science, and Information Studies shared what you can expect from their areas of study on climate change.
Why does Ways of Knowing matter? A Q&A with Dr. Tara Mayer and Dr. Andrew Owen
The Ways of Knowing breadth requirement empowers students to design their own personalized program of study and encourages interdisciplinary learning. Arts faculty members Dr. Tara Mayer and Dr. Andrew Owen share the process behind its development and why the new requirement and its components are beneficial for students.
“Asking the right questions” – On AI’s untapped potential for journalism
Dr. Alfred Hermida, Professor at UBC’s School of Journalism, Writing, and Media discusses AI’s untapped potential for journalism.
Arts in the Media: April 2024
Our Arts faculty members have been sharing their knowledge and expertise on a diverse range of topics. From ancient solar eclipse records and earthquake preparation to the trend of pet psychics, we are engaged in fascinating discussions. Stay tuned for more intriguing conversations from our brilliant faculty members! Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern […]
Human Rights Collective: How Dr. Jenny Peterson and ORICE are empowering change
The Office of Regional and International Community Engagement and political science professor Dr. Peterson celebrate their successful collaboration on the Human Rights Collective, Scholars at Risk advocacy, and the Scholars In Prison project.
The 2023/2024 UBC Killam Research Prize recipients
The Faculty of Arts is thrilled to announce that nine of its members have been awarded the prestigious UBC Killam Research Fellowship and Prizes for the academic year 2023/2024. The Office of Research Prizes and Awards provides guidance and support for external awards and oversees the university’s internal faculty research awards program. UBC Killam Accelerator […]