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Prof. Kai Ostwald comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict and its impact on regional tensions at the upcoming ASEAN summit

Prof. Kai Ostwald comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict and its impact on regional tensions at the upcoming ASEAN summit

Dr. Kai Ostwald noted that Malaysia will address the Israel-Hamas conflict at the ASEAN Summit, emphasizing regional tensions.

Prof. Sheryl Lightfoot talks about how BC’s intentional approach is reshaping Indigenous rights

Prof. Sheryl Lightfoot talks about how BC’s intentional approach is reshaping Indigenous rights

Prof. Dr. Sheryl Lightfoot says BC’s approach to Indigenous rights is transforming governance and fostering a democratic relationship with First Nations in the Walrus.

Full circle: Uno Kakegawa (BA’24) reflects on her UBC experience as she joins the International Monetary Fund

Full circle: Uno Kakegawa (BA’24) reflects on her UBC experience as she joins the International Monetary Fund

As she begins her post-graduation journey, Uno reflected on her time at UBC and how it equipped her for her new role as a Program Office.

Apply now for a fully funded PhD position in Political Theory at UBC Political Science

Apply now for a fully funded PhD position in Political Theory at UBC Political Science

The University of British Columbia is offering two fully funded PhD positions in Political Theory. These positions are equally ideal for young scholars interested in foundational problems in political theory and for those eager to explore cutting-edge questions in the emerging areas of the discipline. We are particularly excited to recruit students who wish to engage […]

A podcast with Prof. Yves Tiberghien on the state of the US-China relationship: ‘Shaking the Global Order’

A podcast with Prof. Yves Tiberghien on the state of the US-China relationship: ‘Shaking the Global Order’

Prof. Yves Tiberghien features on the latest episode of the “Shaking the Global Order” podcast to talk about the state of Sino-American relations.

Prof. Yves Tiberghien featured on The Adversity Quotient podcast to discuss the “Five Things to Know About Indo-Pacific Politics”
Call for Applications: Sessional Lecturers for Summer 2025

Call for Applications: Sessional Lecturers for Summer 2025

UBC Political Science calls for applications to teach in Summer 2025. The department will accept applications until October 23rd.

Prof. emeritus Philip Resnick explores how the British Columbia election is being haunted by the ghosts of 1952

Prof. emeritus Philip Resnick explores how the British Columbia election is being haunted by the ghosts of 1952

As British Columbia prepares for an election on Oct. 19, the province is facing a seemingly unfamiliar situation.

Andrés Ruiz Droege (BA’10) on the value of a Political Science degree for a career in tech

Andrés Ruiz Droege (BA’10) on the value of a Political Science degree for a career in tech

We spoke with Andrés about his time at UBC and how his degree in Political Science has impacted his current career in tech.

Prof. Yves Tiberghien analyzes a wave of Indo-Pacific strategies and Canada’s positioning in new article

Prof. Yves Tiberghien analyzes a wave of Indo-Pacific strategies and Canada’s positioning in new article

An increasing number of Indo-Pacific strategies have been officially released in the region and beyond. What are the key drivers behind this rise?