Haven't decided on your winter schedule? Check out the following in-person course with seats still available!

ASIA 359 – Afghan History

This course will broaden your knowledge of the history of Afghanistan as it unfolded from Eurasian empires to the modern era of nation-building and internationalism. While paying attention to political developments, this course will also examine religious, literary, and cultural transformations across Afghan communities.

This course is in-person for Winter Term 1, with no prerequisite.

Prof. Tsering Shakya discusses the legacy of Tibetan filmmaker Pema Tseden in New York Times

Pema Tseden, a Tibetan filmmaker and author who presented an honest outlook on contemporary Tibetan life, recently passed away. In this New York Times article, Prof. Tsering Shakya discusses Pema Tseden’s legacy and touches on how his movies explore themes that extend beyond Tibet.

Call for proposal: NACHE Conference

The North American Chapter on the History of Emotion (NACHE) will be holding its next conference June 7-8, 2024, on the UBC Vancouver campus. Interested scholars are invited to submit proposals for single presentations or for panels. The conference is open to proposals dealing with any region or time period, and interdisciplinary approaches are welcome. Apply by September 15.

Call for application: 2023 Partnership Recognition and Exploration Fund

The 2023 Partnership Recognition and Exploration (PRE) Fund is currently accepting applications for projects that advance inclusion, Indigenous engagement, health, community, sustainability, teaching, learning, or research excellence. Get up to $1,500 for community-university collaboration and relationship building. Applications are open until December 31, or until all funding is depleted.

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