UBC Journalism

05/25/2026

Last month, we were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Kirby Jessie Manià - beloved educator, scholar, writer, mentor, and community-builder in the UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media and the Coordinated Arts Program.
 
The BC, Musqueam and UBC flags (temporarily relocated to the East Mall Entrance and Plaza at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre) will be lowered on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 in remembrance.
 
Please visit the link in our bio called “In Memoriam: Kirby Manià”.

05/21/2026

Join us in congratulating the 26 Master of Journalism students who graduated on May 20 2026.

Congratulations to the 26 graduates who received their Master of Journalism degrees from the University of British Columbia.

05/07/2026

Congratulations to the UBC Journalism students nominated for three RTDNA Canada West awards.

The nominations are for projects developed during our visual journalism courses taught by Alfred Hermida and Uytae Lee.

UBC Journalism has secured two prestigious wins at the 2025 Radio Television Digital News Association Canada regional awards.

04/13/2026

Join UBC as our 2026-2027 Asper Visiting Professor.

The School of Journalism, Writing, and Media (JWAM) at the University of British Columbia is now seeking applicants for the Asper Visiting Professor position for the 2026-2027 academic year.

We are looking for an experienced journalist or academic to join our faculty in Vancouver. This is a unique opportunity to mentor the next generation of storytellers at a world-class institution.

The role:
✅ Teach graduate-level courses in your area of expertise.
✅ Lead workshops or public talks on contemporary journalism practice.
✅ Engage with a diverse community of high-calibre students and researchers.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in digital journalism, media innovation, or entrepreneurship. Ideal candidates will have a proven record of editorial leadership and a passion for navigating the evolving media landscape.

📅 Application Deadline: April 28, 2026 📍 Location: Vancouver, BC (UBC Point Grey Campus)

Help shape the future of journalism.

The UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media is accepting applicants for the position of Asper Visiting Professor for 2026-2027 to join its high-calibre journalism faculty and students. The School is a recognized leader in journalism education, research and practice. It currently offers a Master...

04/07/2026

We are proud to announce that the UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media is co-hosting The Future of Journalism Summit on May 13. 📝

In partnership with the Global Journalism Innovation Lab and the Canadian Journalism Foundation, this summit brings together leading journalists, scholars, and media innovators to tackle the most critical challenges facing our industry today.

From the impact of AI on newsrooms to the rise of digital-first creators and the search for sustainable business models, we’ll explore what’s next in the world of reporting and storytelling.

Join us for a day of discussion for students, professionals, and anyone invested in the future of a healthy, informed public.

📅 Date: Monday, May 13
🕙 Time: 11:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. PT
📍 Location: In-person in Vancouver

Check out the full program and secure your spot in the link below. See you there!

Presented by Global Journalism Innovation Lab, the UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media and Canadian Journalism Foundation

03/17/2026

🌊 From Singapore to the world: How port cities shape our global identity.

Take a listen to a fascinating new episode of CBC’s Ideas, hosted by JWAM director Kamal Al-Solaylee! 🎙️

In this episode, Kamal takes us on a deep dive into the evolution of port cities, specifically focusing on Singapore, to explore how these bustling hubs of trade and migration have fundamentally transformed culture, economy, and the way we connect across borders.

Give it a listen here

03/17/2026

🌊 From Singapore to the world: How port cities shape our global identity.

We are thrilled to share a fascinating new episode of CBC’s Ideas, hosted by JWAM director Kamal Al-Solaylee 🎙️

In this episode, Kamal takes us on a deep dive into the evolution of port cities, specifically Singapore, to explore how these bustling hubs of trade and migration have fundamentally transformed culture, the economy, and the way we connect across borders.

https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-23-ideas/clip/16203675-how-port-cities-singapore-shaped-world

03/10/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Alexis McGee, Associate Professor in JWAM, on receiving the 2026 Winifred Bryan Horner Outstanding Book Award from the Coalition of Feminist Scholars in the History of Rhetoric & Composition (CFSHRC).

Her monograph, From Blues to Beyoncé: A Century of Black Women’s Generational Sonic Rhetorics, highlights how Black women have used sound across generations—from the nineteenth century to today—to express resistance, agency, and hope while building community through storytelling.

Awarded biennially, this prestigious honor recognizes outstanding scholarship in feminist pedagogy, practice, history, and theory.

We’re thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement with you, Dr. McGee!

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02/03/2026

Thinking of coming to UBC Journalism? There's still time to get your application in.

We've extended the application deadline for the Master of Journalism program to February 28, 2026.

We know that putting together a high-quality graduate application is a significant undertaking.

By extending this deadline, we want to ensure you have the time to gather your materials and submit a compelling application that truly reflects your potential.

UBC's prestigious journalism graduate program welcomes applications until February 28, 2026.

01/21/2026

Want to create your own pathway in journalism? 🎤✨

At UBC’s Master of Journalism program, journalism is more than telling stories—it’s about serving communities and helping the world make sense of itself.

Whether you’re a prospective student seeking a global perspective, a current student sharpening your craft, or an alum leading the way, this is a community that refuses the crisis narrative. Journalism is always evolving—come build the pathway for your generation.

🗓 Apply to the program by January 31, 2026
🔗 Application link in bio
▶️ Full video on our YouTube:

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