UBC Okanagan graduates carry an Interior Salish language forward
UBC Okanagan has conferred its first Bachelor of St’át’imc Language […]
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From Maps to Meaning: Katey Kyle’s Approach to Teaching Geography
From Maps to Meaning: Katey Kyle’s Approach to Teaching Geography Lecturer in Geography | Centre for Culture and Global Studies (CCGS) CTL Teaching Fellow For Catherine (Katey) Kyle, geography is not simply the study of places — it is a way of understanding connection, responsibility and belonging. Her own educational journey reflects both Kyle’s curiosity […]
Toxic freedom and farm work in a warming world
UBC Okanagan hosts a Labour Lecture on pesticides, heat and worker safety
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Research examines rage bait, and why digital anger can feel louder than real life
UBC Okanagan study explores how anger spreads differently online and in person
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UBC Okanagan welcomes first cohort of Bachelor of Secwépemc Language Fluency students
UBCO is the first Canadian university to offer degrees in all four Interior Salish languages
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Q&A: A Conversation with John Cho
Our next faculty profile features Dr. John Cho, Assistant Professor of Anthropology in the Department of Department of Community, Culture and Global Studies. Discover more about his background, research interests, and teaching philosophy. Can you tell us a bit about your educational journey? How did you come to pursue the field you are in? What led you […]
Advancing Indigenous Wellbeing Through Community-Led Research
With a passion for Indigenous studies, Assistant Professor Gabrielle Legault has made an impact in both the classroom and the research community. In this Q&A interview, we delve into her journey into academia, the challenges and rewards of teaching, and her current research interests. Can you tell us a bit about your educational journey? How […]
Columbia River symposium to explore treaty agreement, implications
Event explores emerging initiatives, public governance issues in the Columbia River Basin, focusing on the impacts of climate change, water quality, Indigenous fisheries revitalization and public engagement.
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UBCO celebrates the Class of 2024
Graduation has extra meaning to many students this year
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Departmental statement against scholasticide in Palestine
Faculty members within the Department of Community, Culture, and Global Studies (CCGS) are issuing the following statement against the ongoing scholasticide in Palestine. The statement does not represent the views of UBC, or its departments or other constituent units outside of CCGS. By issuing this statement, we recognize that there are dissenting viewpoints within CCGS. […]