The Golden Peaches of Samarkand: Exploring the History and Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan

Online/Virtual Event

Uzbekistan is a modern country in Central Asia that was part of a succession of powerful empires, including the Russian empire. Today, this double landlocked country at the heart of the ancient Silk Road network is a unique melting pot of cultures, and may play an important role in China’s Belt and Road Initiative. Appreciate […]

$120.75
Event Series Six Theories that Shaped the Modern World

Six Theories that Shaped the Modern World

Online/Virtual Event

Right-wing radicalism, history as fiction, the consequences of colonialism, gender identity: the foundations for many of the debates that shape public discourse today were laid out over the course of the 20th century. In this course, explore six theories whose impact transcended the fields from which they emerged. In each session, discuss a distinct theory, […]

$120.75
Event Series Perspectives on Canadian and World News

Perspectives on Canadian and World News

Online/Virtual Event

Go behind the news headlines for an in-depth analysis of today’s most important topics and issues. Gain up-to-date perspectives, viewpoints and ideas on a wide range of current Canadian and global affairs with UBC experts who help make sense of major events, politics, health and science news, and more. For Winter 2022: We are offering […]

$120.75

The Golden Peaches of Samarkand: Exploring the History and Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan

Online/Virtual Event

Uzbekistan is a modern country in Central Asia that was part of a succession of powerful empires, including the Russian empire. Today, this double landlocked country at the heart of the ancient Silk Road network is a unique melting pot of cultures, and may play an important role in China’s Belt and Road Initiative. Appreciate […]

$120.75

Six Theories that Shaped the Modern World

Online/Virtual Event

Right-wing radicalism, history as fiction, the consequences of colonialism, gender identity: the foundations for many of the debates that shape public discourse today were laid out over the course of the 20th century. In this course, explore six theories whose impact transcended the fields from which they emerged. In each session, discuss a distinct theory, […]

$120.75

Research Article Conclusions: Wrapping Up and Looking Forward

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre 1961 East Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

The research article is the most privileged form of publication in which academics present their intellectual contributions. As such, conclusions offer writers several final opportunities to engage with readers in this high-stakes writing situation. With conclusions in mind, the facilitator explores some of the organizational patterns of research articles written in English, while accounting for […]

Event Series Perspectives on Canadian and World News

Perspectives on Canadian and World News

Online/Virtual Event

Go behind the news headlines for an in-depth analysis of today’s most important topics and issues. Gain up-to-date perspectives, viewpoints and ideas on a wide range of current Canadian and global affairs with UBC experts who help make sense of major events, politics, health and science news, and more. For Winter 2022: We are offering […]

$120.75

Indigenous Health Administration and Leadership Program (IHALP): 2022 Information Session

Join us for the 2022 Indigenous Health Administration and Leadership Program information session! Lean about the IHALP certificate program that is designed to support Indigenous organizations and communities to build strength-based, holistic programming that promotes health and wellbeing. Lean about Indigenous communities and their own measures for success and unique cultural and geographical needs. Ask […]

Free

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion & Intercultural Programs – Information Session

The UBC Certificate in Intercultural Studies (CIS) and the UBC Award of Achievement in Diversity and Inclusion programs prepare learners to develop intercultural skills and fluency to work meaningfully and effectively in intercultural and international contexts. The program seeks to empower both beginners and current professionals in the field who are looking to learn new […]

Free

The 6R’s of Indigenous OER: Re-imagining OER to Honour Indigenous Knowledge and Sovereignty

Online/Virtual Event

Open education is grounded in Western notions of copyright law and ownership and it often has a goal of making all knowledge available for all people. Within Canadian Copyright Law there is tension with Indigenous Knowledges, Ways of Knowing and Being. Within the open education community there needs to be careful consideration for Indigenous Knowledges […]