UBC Faculty of Arts

09/09/2026

Welcome back, UBC Arts! 💜✨ The first day of the year brought plenty to celebrate. We cheered, explored, connected and welcomed new faces across campus, from the Pep Rally and Campus Life Expo to the Arts Faculty Welcome.

Now the real adventure begins. Here’s to new experiences, new connections and all the moments that will make this year yours 💜

09/04/2026

What's it like to work at Electronic Arts (EA)? Arts Co-op student Daniel Truong gives an inside look at what he did this past summer working as a Data Analyst Intern, bridging his studies with real-life work experience in the gaming industry. 🎮️⁠
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See how Arts Co-op can prepare you for the future. Applications are open now, apply by Sept 22! 🔗 Link in bio.⁠
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08/27/2026

Renowned political communication scholar Daniel Kreiss has been appointed as an Eddie Goldenberg Research Chair of Canada at UBC’s School of Journalism, Writing, and Media.

Backed by $8 million in federal funding over eight years, Dr. Kreiss will lead a research team investigating how journalism, digital platforms, and new technologies impact democratic life.

It is part of a federal initiative to recruit top international researchers to tackle global challenges. UBC secured nine of the 64 inaugural chairs nationwide, the highest of any university in Canada.

The appointment arrives at a critical moment. As journalists globally confront political disinformation, election denial, and tech-controlled information environments, Kreiss’s work will examine the institutions behind these changes and how to strengthen democratic communication.

Coming to UBC from UNC-Chapel Hill, Dr. Kreiss will also enhance JWAM’s graduate programs. Students will have new opportunities to collaborate on projects alongside partners in journalism, government, civil society, and the technology sector.

“Dr. Kreiss’s appointment comes at the right time for JWAM as a school with a long history of innovation in journalism, media and communication studies, and for Canada as it works to protect its sovereignty and ensure the resilience of its democratic institutions,” said JWAM Director Dr. Kamal Al-Solaylee.

Read the full story on his appointment:

https://jwam.ubc.ca/news/renowned-democracy-scholar-daniel-kreiss-joins-ubc-jwam-as-research-chair/

07/29/2026

Congratulations to all the Faculty of Arts researchers who received funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC)'s Insight, Insight Development, and Partnership Development Grants! 👏

Proud to share that researchers at The University of British Columbia have been awarded more than $16.6 million through this year's Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) competitions. This is part of a $289 million investment in social sciences and humanities research announced across Canada.

A total of 121 UBC-led projects were supported - this includes $11.4 million for 57 Insight Grants, $4.8 million for 62 Insight Development Grants, and $0.4 million for 2 Partnership Development Grants. These are not abstract numbers. They represent researchers asking the hard questions about how we live, how we organize our societies, and how we address the economic and social challenges of our time. Congratulations to all the UBC researchers receiving this recognition!

Thank you to Minister Mélanie Joly and Parliamentary Secretary Karim Bardeesy, Member of Parliament, Taiaiako’n—Parkdale—High Park for this important commitment to the University of British Columbia and to the broader Canadian research community. The social sciences and humanities are at the heart of understanding and shaping a better world.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/44Pf2Q2

05/21/2026

Congratulations to the Arts graduates in the Class of 2026! 🎓✨ You have achieved so much during your Arts degree, and we are so excited to see what's next in all of your journeys.

UBC Arts will always be here, far beyond graduation 💜 Attend the Beyond Your BA Workshop series this June and navigate your next steps post-grad. https://www.arts.ubc.ca/events/event/beyond-your-b-a-june-2026/

Explore more resources, events, and supports for new grads: https://arts.ubc.ca/graduation

05/20/2026

It's grad season at UBC, and we're so excited to celebrate our amazing Arts graduates and welcome them to our alumni community 🎓

As they walk across the stage this May, various Arts alumni have some key pieces of advice to share with the Class of 2026 ⬇

Discover invaluable advice to help you navigate post-grad life: find purposeful work, network effectively, embrace unexpected opportunities, and more!

05/07/2026

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04/03/2026

Congratulations to our Outstanding Student Leader award recipients! Your impact across the Faculty of Arts, the UBC community, and beyond has been truly meaningful 💜👏 Read more about each of our award winners as they reflect on their time at UBC Arts ⬇️

🌟 Sarah Wong, Outstanding Student Leader in the Faculty of Arts: https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/sarah-wong-receives-2026-outstanding-leader-in-the-faculty-of-arts-award/

🌟 Akuol Riak & Ian Dominique Caguiat, Outstanding Student Leaders in the UBC Community: https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/akuol-riak-and-ian-caguiat-receive-2026-outstanding-leader-in-the-ubc-community-award/

🌟 Amirsadegh Kashanipour & CJ McGillivray, Outstanding Student Leaders in the UBC Community and Beyond: https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/amirsadegh-kashanipour-and-cj-mcgillivray-receive-2026-outstanding-leader-in-the-ubc-community-and-beyond-award/

🌟 Fabiana Peschiera, Undergraduate Arts Co-op Student of the Year: https://artscoop.ubc.ca/news/2025-ug-student-of-the-year/

04/01/2026

As we approach the end of term and school year, we’re recognizing 70 Arts student leaders for the ways that they’ve shaped their communities on campus and beyond. 👏

While their experiences don’t look the same, what connects them is how they’ve shown up where they’re needed—supporting others, building community, and contributing in ways that matter. Read more about the moments that stood out to them ⬇

Recognized for their impact in Arts, at UBC, and beyond, these students are also sharing heartfelt wishes for this year’s graduating class.

02/11/2026

We are deeply shocked and saddened by the shootings at Tumbler Ridge and extend our deepest sympathy to all those impacted. This is a truly horrific event and our hearts are with the people of Tumbler Ridge and all British Columbians. For university community members impacted by this event and who are seeking support, please visit this site for a list of supports and resources: https://bit.ly/460hpjY

In acknowledgment of this tragedy, the University of British Columbia will be lowering its flags to half-mast.