politics

Who is better for Canada: Obama or Romney?

Political scientists Richard Johnston and Paul Quirk help us understand the final weeks of the U.S. election

Oct 4, 2012 - by Basil Waugh

UBC gains $3.8 million for major studies on religion, security, trade

The University of British Columbia has launched major new research projects on religion and morality, terrorism and security, international relations in the digital age, free trade and sustainability, thanks to $3.8 million in new funding from Canada’s Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).

May 25, 2012

Pride and prejudice: Pride impacts racism and homophobia

A new University of British Columbia study finds that the way individuals experience the universal emotion of pride directly impacts how racist and homophobic their attitudes toward other people are.

Apr 12, 2012

UBC experts available to comment on Canada’s 2012 budget

UBC experts will be available on March 29 to provide media commentary and analysis on the funding decisions, politics and potential impacts of Canada’s upcoming federal budget.

Mar 27, 2012

UBC expert panel to explore US election

A former White House staff member, the U.S. Consul general and University of British Columbia political science experts will discuss current and upcoming issues surrounding the upcoming U.S. election at a free public forum at Robson Square on Sunday, March 4.

Mar 1, 2012

UBC immigration law expert available to comment on refugee act amendments

A UBC expert will be available to comment on expected amendments to Canada’s Balanced Refugee Reform Act – likely announced tomorrow – which may have significant implications for refugee claimants […]

Feb 15, 2012

UBC experts available to comment on Enbridge and Keystone debates

UBC experts are available to provide media commentary on two controversial pipeline projects to carry Alberta bitumen to U.S. and foreign markets.

Jan 6, 2012

UBC experts available to comment on Greater Vancouver municipal elections

UBC experts are available to provide media commentary on a variety of topics – from Occupy Vancouver and bike lanes to voter turnout and diversity issues – in this weekend’s municipal elections.

Nov 17, 2011

Global leaders in business and sustainability to join 400 students to tackle ‘unsolvable’ energy problems

Media are invited to attend the International Student Energy Summit, where world energy scholars, business leaders, government and 400 students from 35 countries will gather to explore practical solutions for a more sustainable planet.

Jun 8, 2011

Terrorism and Canada’s refugee system

Catherine Dauvergne says fears that Canada’s refugee system is a back door for terrorists are grossly exaggerated

Jun 2, 2011 - by By Basil Waugh

UBC Journalism School calls for release of journalist Dorothy Parvaz in Syria

The UBC Graduate School of Journalism is calling for the release of reporter Dorothy Parvaz, who is being held in Syria.

May 8, 2011

UBC experts panel on Canada’s election results

Media are invited to attend a UBC panel discussion of Canada’s federal election results on Tuesday, May 3 (10 a.m.), the morning after the election.

May 2, 2011

UBC students to stage “vote mob” to raise federal election awareness among youth

Media are invited to join hundreds of UBC students on Wednesday, April 20, as they stage a non-partisan “vote mob” on campus to encourage young voters to participate in the upcoming federal election.

Apr 19, 2011

UBC 2011 federal election experts

UBC experts are available to comment on a number of hot topics related to the possible upcoming Canadian election.

Mar 25, 2011

UBC forum on Japan disasters

Media are invited to attend a UBC forum where experts, students and the community will discuss Japan’s “triple disaster” of earthquakes, tsunamis and nuclear crisis.

Mar 16, 2011

UBC experts available to comment on uprisings in North Africa

UBC experts are available to comment on the historic popular revolts in Libya, Egypt and Tunisia and their implications for North Africa, the Middle East and beyond.

Mar 4, 2011

UBC experts available to comment on resignation of B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell

UBC experts are available to offer a variety of perspectives on today’s resignation of B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell.

Nov 3, 2010