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Asian Studies New Postdoctoral Fellow Spotlight – Chui Joe Tham

In this Postdoctoral Fellow Spotlight, we introduce you to Chui-Joe Tham, our new Geiss Hsu Foundation Postdoctoral Fellow in Ming Studies! Prior to joining UBC, she received her Doctor of Philosophy in History from the University of

Languages Carry Worlds: Between Words and Worlds

CoDHerS is exploring language revitalization and preservation through multimedia creation and collaborative practice, centering Indigenous research methodologies and community-based storytelling. On the unceded hən̓ q̓ əmin̓ əm̓

Chinese Language Program Course Offerings in Winter Term 2

In the upcoming winter term 2 (Jan 5-Apr 10, 2026), the Chinese Language Program in the Department of Asian Studies will offer a series of fascinating Chinese language and literature courses to enhance your learning experience. These courses

The Language of Laughter: UBC Cantonese Comedy Festival Brings Culture and Identity to the Stage

In October 2025, the UBC Cantonese Language Program proudly welcomed two internationally acclaimed bilingual stand-up comedians Vivek Mahbubani and Joanna Sio to Vancouver for the UBC Cantonese Comedy Festival, marking a joyful highlight of the

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K-Pop Dance Night: Learn, Play, Win & Mingle

November 18, 2025

5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Auditorium, Asian Centre

Paracolonial Thought in Afghan North India 1774-1857

November 19, 2025

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Buchanan Penthouse

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