Drs. Christopher Rea and Bruce Rusk edit China’s earliest collection of swindle stories
In late June, Asian Studies professors Christopher Rea and Bruce Rusk published their edited and annotated version of the Ming-dynasty “Book of Swindles” (杜騙新書 Du pian xin shu), a 400-year-old work thought to be the earliest Chinese collection of stories about fraud. The book, published by Taiwan’s Rye Field Publishers, includes 84 true-crime stories about […]
Beyond the Books – Alumni Insights with Richard N. Liu, MStJ
Whether you have already locked in an internship, are still cranking out applications, or are hoping to get a peek into the places your Asian Studies degree can take you, you’ve come to the right place! In this year’s Alumni Features series, Beyond the Books, join us in exploring career possibilities and advice from folks […]
Weaving Memories: Highlights from the UBC Undergraduate Conference of Chinese Studies 3MT 2025
The UBC Undergraduate Conference of Chinese Studies 3-Minute Thesis Competition 2025 (UCCS 3MT 2025) has come to a close, leaving behind an unforgettable experience filled with captivating presentations. Co-facilitated by the UBC Chinese Language Program (CLP) and the UBC Student Association of Sinology (USAS), the conference drew an extensive audience of students from diverse disciplines […]
UBC Asian Studies Class of 2025 Graduates Yearbook
Congratulations, UBC Asian Studies Class of 2025!
Beyond the Books – Alumni Insights with Aydin Quach
Whether you have already locked in an internship, are still cranking out applications, or are hoping to get a peek into the places your Asian Studies degree can take you, you’ve come to the right place! In this year’s Alumni Features series, Beyond the Books, join us in exploring career possibilities and advice from folks […]
Learning with no Limits: UBC CLP Inspires Future Educators at University Hill Secondary
On March 4, 2025, the UBC Chinese Language Program (CLP) was proudly invited by University Hill Secondary School (UHill) teacher, Yongzhe Yan, to deliver a vibrant and inspiring workshop for University Hill Secondary students. Yongzhe, a UBC Bachelor of Education graduate now teaching Career Life Education 10 at UHill, is himself a former CLP volunteer. […]
Bridging Cultures: U.S. High School Students Explore UBC Through Intercultural Exchange
On April 15, 2025, a group of students from Ravenscroft School — a Pre-K to Grade 12 independent school in Raleigh, North Carolina — visited the University of British Columbia. Their trip was part of a week-long educational journey through Vancouver, aimed at deepening their understanding of Chinese heritage and immigrant communities in one of […]
Beyond the Books – Alumni Insights with Gabriel Lee
Whether you have already locked in an internship, are still cranking out applications, or are hoping to get a peek into the places your Asian Studies degree can take you, you’ve come to the right place! In this year’s Alumni Features series, Beyond the Books, join us in exploring career possibilities and advice from folks […]
A Celebration of Dedication: Honoring the 2025 Student Employees and Volunteers of the Chinese Language Program
On March 22, the Chinese Language Program (CLP) hosted its annual Student Employee Appreciation Event at the Asian Centre Auditorium. This was a heartwarming occasion to recognize the extraordinary contributions of our Teaching Assistants, Work Learns, and Volunteers (TAWLV). This event celebrated their crucial role in not only helping students achieve excellence in language, but […]
Empowering Futures: CLP Online Professional Development Workshop
In March, the UBC Chinese Language Program (CLP) hosted another engaging Professional Development (PD) Workshop! This Workshop was a testament to the CLP’s commitment to nurturing the personal and academic growth of its students. This semester’s session featured a dynamic panel of speakers and CLP alumni: Kai-Li Tan, Songyan Ni, and Jingjing Yi, who shared […]