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New Student-Directed Seminar for 2026W Term 2 — Theories of Material and Social Progress – From Enlightenment to Silicon Ideology

 
Explores the political forces shaping drug policy across North America, focusing on harm reduction and community impacts.

Call for Application: Sessional Lecturer for 2026W2 – POLI 380

 
The department will accept applications until September 1, 2026.

Celebrating Dr. Allen Sen’s 33 years at UBC

 
The Department of Political Science celebrates Dr. Allen Sens's 33 years of teaching excellence, mentorship, and leadership as he retires from UBC.
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Achievements

Celebrating Dr. Allen Sen’s 33 years at UBC

July 30, 2026

PhD Candidate Martina Zago awarded Sir Ernest Barker Prize

July 24, 2026

Erik Severson wins Western Political Science Association’s Best Paper Award

June 24, 2026
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In the Media

Prof. Stewart Prest answers your questions on PM Carney’s pipeline deal with Alberta

January 5, 2026

Prof Tiberghien’s new article analyzes green industrial policy race in Asia

November 24, 2025

New study by Dr. Alan Jacobs: COVID-19 had no impact on left–right beliefs

August 26, 2025
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Upcoming Events

Alumni, Department, Student

UBC Political Science and International Relations Alumni Homecoming 2026

September 19, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:30 pm


location_on The Great Hall, AMS Nest
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