Yves Tiberghien appointed as Konwakai Chair in Japanese Research, Institute of Asian Research
Congratulations to Professor of Political Science Yves Tiberghien on his appointment as the Konwakai Chair in Japanese Research at the Institute of Asian Research (IAR).
Doctoral alumnus wins prize for best paper in the Canadian Journal of Political Science.
In “Following the Right: Left and Right Parties’ Influence over Multiculturalism”, Daniel Westlake investigates the influence of partisan debate and support for multicultural policies.
Wishing a Happy Retirement to Professor Brian Job
The Department of Political Science wishes a happy retirement to a cherished colleague and renowned mentor of students who has been a cornerstone of UBC Political Science’s International Relations faculty for over three decades.
UBC Political Science students build websites to help the public understand some key issues in Canadian Politics
UBC Political Science students studying with Professor Fred Cutler have created a new set of guides to some of the key issues in Canadian politics.
Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for inclusion, democracy and reconciliation recipient Xi Yuan Pang interviewed in Vancouver Sun
“I hope this award reflects not my contributions and civic engagements, but that it’s very much a testament to the people and the community at UBC who have given me that space to be who I am,” Xi Yuan (Cecilia) Pang said.
Congratulations to our 2021 Graduates
As if completing your degree wasn’t high enough of an achievement, you have persevered through the most extraordinary added challenges of the global pandemic. You are sure to be the most resilient generation of young leaders going forward, we can’t wait to hear of where your talents take you next.
UBC Political Science student overcomes health issues to win Lieutenant Governor’s medal
Xi Yuan Pang recognized for her contributions to the promotion of democracy. This week, her efforts are being acknowledged as she is named the winner of the 2021 Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for Inclusion, Democracy and Reconciliation at her graduation ceremony on June 2.
Prof. Yang-Yang Zhou named as a CIFAR-Azrieli Global Scholar
Dr. Zhou joins the Boundaries, Membership, and Belonging research program, which explores how to create and empower groups without falling back into ideas that produce pernicious divisions and hierarchies.
Jennifer Gagnon awarded a Killam Teaching Prize
UBC Political Science is delighted and proud that Sessional Instructor Jennifer Gagnon has been awarded a Killam Teaching Prize for this year.
Congratulations to Political Science student Lindsey Palmer for receiving the 2021 Outstanding Leader in the UBC Community award!
UBC Political Science student Lindsey Palmer was recently recognized for her dedication to building community and shaping healthy campus cultures at UBC.