How Prof. Jenny Peterson and ORICE are empowering change through the Human Rights Collective
“The Human Rights Collective is an intellectual space for students, staff, and faculty who are interested in the study and practice of human rights to come together to discuss ideas, collaborate, and learn from each other,” says Professor Peterson.
Artemis II Astronaut Jeremy Hansen visits Prof. Michael Byers’ class
Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen discussed his training for the upcoming Artemis II mission in a webinar with the Outer Space Institute and POLI 369B. Hansen advised students to set goals for themselves and follow their academic passions.
UBC POLI alum Andrew Falle explores outer space policy research at OSI
BA ’20 alum Andrew Falle’s recent research publication, “One million (paper) satellites,” explores the implications of dramatic increases of satellites in outer space. We spoke to Andrew about his work on outer space policy and his experience at UBC.
UBC POLI Professor Maxwell Cameron elected Vice President/President-Elect at LASA
Professor Cameron is excited to begin his tenure and continue LASA’s mission to foster intellectual discussion, promote the interests of its diverse membership, and encourage civic engagement through network building and public debate.
Op-ed: Prof. Yves Tiberghien says Taiwan’s election shows remarkable political resiliency
Despite external pressures from China, the Taiwan elected results were stable and as predicted. The DPP won the presidency but lost control of the legislature. The results show a degree of resilience and self-confidence of the Taiwanese in their democratic system, while also suggesting continuous caution and a preference for stability.
Prof. Yves Tiberghien investigates if South Korea has a grand strategy
Professor Yves Tiberghien and colleagues conclude that South Korea, and by extension other middle powers, can develop their own grand strategy. The finding that South Korea has a grand strategy is significant because it implies long term strategic thinking and planning remains posible for countries.
Prof. Yves Tiberghien examines the systemic impact of digital and green technology revolutions in the Indio-Pacific
Professor Yves Tiberghien and colleagues explore how together the digital and green technology revolutions are driving future growth, transforming employment and societies, and reshaping the global economy in their new working paper. These transformations are reshuffling the liberal global order and changing power relations.
Op-ed: “Taiwan’s democracy triumphs” says Prof. Yves Tiberghien
The victory of the Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan, despite economic and geopolitical pressures, showcases a balanced electorate with a divided government between the presidency and parliament, resilient democratic institutions and voters, and a focus on domestic issues over security and cross-strait relations.
Op-ed: “Taiwan’s Democracy Has Shown Great Resilience in 2024” says Prof. Yves Tiberghien
Professor Yves Tiberghien says the Democratic Progressive Party’s re-election, despite reports of election and media interference by China, shows that Taiwanese voters and institutions are building resilience to foreign election risks.
Prof. Kathryn Harrison says the carbon tax is needed to reach emissions targets
Professor Kathryn Harrison explains that Canada is on track to miss its 2030 emissions goal. Replacing the carbon tax and still achieving the target would be extremely difficult, given how slow regulation is.