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.
What’s at stake in the runoff between leftist front-runner Pedro Castillo and right-wing, dynastic candidate Keiko Fujimori?
Maxwell Cameron and Paolo Sosa-Villagarcia write that a precarious or unpopular president facing an implacable but fragmented opposition in congress in Peru could undermine democracy.
Watch: Graduate Studies Info Session 2020
Are you thinking of a graduate degree in Political Science? Watch an information session for prospective students who are interested in entering our graduate cohort for September 2021.
The online information session will cover information about our programs, course offerings, current faculty research, career outcomes, and admissions process.
Applications for European Union Virtual Study Tour Research Seminar due Feb. 22
The European Union Study Tour & Internship Program (EUST&IP) is an academic activity with a difference. Unlike in previous years, the course will be fully online and very much research-oriented.
Students need to apply for their UBCcard before December exams
Your UBCcard is your student ID—and is required as proof of identity for exams, among other things. If you’re a new student, you need to apply for your card.
Welcoming our Graduate Students back for another year
Thanks to the faculty, staff and students who helped us host a fun and safe welcome back event for our Graduate Students in September. We hope you are all able to connect with each other safely during your studies and look forward to your accomplishments this year.
Fourth-year student Yoojung Lee’s pandemic research journey
Fourth-year student Yoojung Lee has spent the first few months of the COVID-19 pandemic working on a formal research project about democratic health communications in South Korea.
Graduate Programs Online Information Session
If you are considering applying to our MA or PhD programs in political science at UBC Vancouver, please attend our annual virtual information session or review our previous session.
Four third-year Honours students published in the Journal of East Asian Studies
UBC Political Science is proud to announce that four third-year honours students have published book reviews for the Journal of East Asian Studies (Cambridge) this Spring.
International Relations student Katja Sluga wins Award for Outstanding Leader in the Faculty of Arts
Congratulations to International Relations student Katja Sluga who was awarded Outstanding Leader in the Faculty of Arts at the Dean’s Reception for Graduating Student Leaders. The award is given to a student who has shown considerable dedication to the development of the Faculty of Arts and creating opportunities for students.