December 05, 2024 The Update is a regular roundup of news in the Department of Asian Studies for our students, faculty and staff. |
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Top Stories • Featured Winter Course • In the Media • Upcoming Events • Event Recap • Asian Library News • Opportunities • On & Off-Campus Events |
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UBC Asian Studies Class of 2024 Fall Graduates Yearbook A huge congratulations to the Fall 2024 graduating class! We are extremely proud of you and to celebrate, we've compiled the “UBC Asian Studies Class of 2024 Fall Graduates Yearbook"! The page features our graduates, their perspectives on Asian Studies, and thanks to those who supported their academic journeys. |
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| FEATURED WINTER COURSE |
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ASIA 208: Cultural Foundations of South Asia A survey of South Asian cultures, including language and literature, art, religion, polity and society! This course is in-person for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. ASIA 258: Religion in South Asia Learn about the major religious traditions of South Asia, including Hinduism, Islam, Sikhism, and Buddhism; their significance in premodern India, as well as the continuing impact in today's globalized South Asia. This course is in-person for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. Explore the development of Hong Kong cinema from the post-war period to now and what makes these films distinctively Hong Kong. This course is in-person for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. ASIA 348: Poetic Life in Classical India Delve into the poetry, theatre, and ornate prose writings of India in the classical period (c. 300-1300 CE). This course is in-person for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. ASIA 351: Modern Chinese Fiction in Translation Explore and discover a variety modern Chinese novels and stories written between 1750 and the present. This course is in-person for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. ASIA 375: Global Chinese Cinemas A survey of Chinese cinemas in global perspective, covering films, filmmakers, producers, audiences, markets, industries, and critical discourse since the early twentieth century! This course is hybrid for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. ASIX 315: Hong Kong Diaspora in Canada This course will delve into topics such as identity, acculturation, language education, and many other topics associated with the different generations of Hong Kong diaspora in Canada. This course is in-person for Winter Term 2 with no prerequisite. Back to top |
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Cantonese lecturers Zoe Lam and Raymond Pai comment on the growing demand for Cantonese classes in Vancouver One of Canada's oldest and once-shuttered Cantonese language schools reopens their doors to adult learning this year. Our Cantonese lecturers Zoe Lam and Raymond Pai reflect on the significance and popularity of Cantonese amidst the ongoing erosion of political dissent and free media led by Beijing. Back to top |
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Song of the Wanderers: A Conversation with Anthony Wong The Hong Kong Studies Initiative and the Cantonese Language Program proudly hosted Hong Kong singer-songwriter Anthony Wong 黃耀明 on October 25, 2024, with the support of the Department of Asian Studies, Centre for Chinese Research, and the Institute for Transpacific Cultural Research of the Simon Fraser University. Wong shared his cultural experiences and musical journey with the audience, and offered attendees a rare opportunity to engage with one of Hong Kong's most iconic artists and explore the intersection of music, culture, and identity through his unique perspective. |
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New books at the Asian Library Explore all the new titles that were added to the Asian Library collections in November. Back to top |
| OPPORTUNITIES |
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The UBC Pejvak Journal Call for Editors Pejvak is a student-run, peer- and faculty-reviewed, English language undergraduate publication dedicated to showcasing distinguished papers written by students on any cultural subject matter from Iran and the Persianate world. We are looking for editors to help with the selection and editing of papers for the 2024/25 publication of Pejvak. This volunteer role is open to all UBC students, and it has a time commitment of 4-7 hours/week. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The University of British Columbia Magazine Short Fiction Contest 2025 All alumni who enjoy writing are invited to participate in The University of British Columbia Magazine’s second literary contest. Entrants from budding wordsmiths to established writers are welcome to submit original short fiction (from 1,500 to 1,750 words) that explicitly mentions and incorporates UBC in some capacity, such as setting or characters. The winning entrant will receive a $1,000 prize and have their story published and illustrated in The University of British Columbia Magazine’s Spring 2025 edition. Entries must be submitted online by December 6 at 11:59 pm. Applications Open: Innovation OnBoard (IOB) pitching competition Dreaming of launching a venture but not sure where to start? Innovation OnBoard (IOB) is UBC’s student-led program designed to help students bring ideas to life through mentorship, resources, and hands-on experience. Our annual pitching competition is officially open for applications, offering you a chance to dive into entrepreneurship in a low-risk, supportive environment. Finalists will compete for up to $5,000 in funding in addition to gaining hands-on experience working with seasoned entrepreneurs. Applications are open until December 25. UBC undergraduate students are invited to submit abstracts for the UCCS 3-Minute Thesis Competition 2025. This conference offers a valuable platform for students to present their research to UBC faculty and peers, fostering academic growth and collaboration. We welcome submissions from students exploring all fields of Chinese Studies, especially interdisciplinary works that open new avenues for understanding Chinese Studies. Please submit a 200-character (Chinese) or 150-word (English) abstract by January 15, 2025. Applications Open: 2024-2025 Indigenous Strategic Initiatives (ISI) Fund Applications are now open for the Indigenous Strategic Initiatives Fund to support projects advancing UBC's Indigenous Strategic Plan. An estimated $500,000 is available for applicants to help launch impactful Indigenous-centered initiatives. UBC faculty, staff and students are encouraged to attend upcoming information sessions. The application deadline for Student Led Projects and Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline for Faculty and Staff Led Projects is January 17, 2025. Call for Papers: The 9th Annual Hasekura International Symposium The 9th Annual Hasekura International Symposium will be focused on the metaphors and concepts of possession and dispossession. This symposium invites the consideration of such topics and related concerns, in an interdisciplinary environment. We invite scholars in all fields of the humanities and social sciences to join us and present their research and insights. Researchers interested in joining us and presenting their work at the symposium should send a proposed title and brief description (ca. 200 words) to ubchasekura2025@gmail.com by February 28, 2025. Back to top |
| ON & OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS |
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Wesbrook Village Holiday Market December 7 - 22 December 9 December 9 - 11 December 11 Integrating GenAI in Assignments and Assessments December 17 Back to top |
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