Event Category Archives: Featured Graduate

Dr. Lisa Sundstrom “Unpacking ‘Traditional Values’ in Russia’s Conservative Turn: Gender, Sexuality, and the Soviet Legacy”

Prof. Lisa Sundstrom argues for analytically separating the intersecting structures of gender and sexuality in Russia, differentiating the degree of sexism and LGBTQ-phobia, and taking seriously the Soviet legacy.

Canadian and European Perspectives on Green Bonds and Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance: Opportunities and Challenges

This webinar analyzes the state of green bond markets. Are green bonds a public relations tool or are they superior to classical bonds? 

Prof. Yves Tiberghien and Visiting Prof. Swaran Singh: “Decoding G20 Indonesia Summit”

Join the first-ever webinar hosted by Konwakai Chair in Centre for Japanese Research, to find out how G20 leaders are navigating economic and societal hurdles in the post-pandemic world. We bring together great observers from the Indo-Pacific region in a virtual panel to debrief what happened at the 17th G20 Heads of State and Government Summit, the lessons we should learn, and their key takeaways.

Study in Japan Information Session

The Center of Japanese Research, Go Global and the Consulate General of Japan in Vancouver will be hosting a Study in Japan Session which will outline the benefits of studying in Japan, alongside scholarship opportunities for international students! Hear from former students who studied in Japan with full financial assistance from a wide range of disciplines and have your questions answered in a Q&A session at the end.

Questions regarding the event can be directed to Uno Kakegawa at unok4217@mail.ubc.ca.