Please join the Department of Political Science and fellow alumni for a lively discussion of the issues that will shape local, national, and global politics in 2026.
An evening of connection and conversation with UBC Political Science faculty about Canadian and US politics, the future of democracy, global climate change, and more!
Doors will open at 5:30pm and light refreshments and snacks will be provided.
Featured Topics:
- Xiaojun Li – China in the Global Economy
- Barbara Arneil – Authoritarian Pushback Against Women’s Rights and the LGBTQ+ Community
- Kathryn Harrison – Fossil Fuel Exports and the Paris Agreement
- Paul Quirk – Will American Democracy Survive?
- Lisa Sundstrom – Russia and Ukraine: What’s Next?
- Terri Givens – Reckoning, Immigration, and Race
RSVP: Politics to Watch 2026
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Accessibility
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that all attendees please refrain from wearing strong fragrances.
To request an accommodation or inquire about our efforts to make our programming accessible, please get in touch with us at poli.communications@ubc.ca.
