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UBC Geography statement on Scholar Strike Canada

UBC Geography fully supports this action and we encourage our entire community to consider how they can best participate.

Jamie Peck named Fellow of the British Academy

Jamie Peck named Fellow of the British Academy

The fellowship recognizes his high international standing and scholarly distinction in the field of economic geography.

A reading list of Black geographers

A reading list of Black geographers

A collection of work by Black geographers, and additional recommended readings on Black geographies and anti-Blackness in the United States and Canadian contexts.

Statement on anti-Blackness from the Equity & Diversity Committee

Statement on anti-Blackness from the Equity & Diversity Committee

In light of the recent death of George Floyd and massive protests in the United States, we stand in solidarity with the Black community and the many movements dedicated to combating systemic racism and institutionalized violence in the US and Canada. Mr. Floyd’s death, like those of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Sammy Yatim and too […]

To the graduating class of 2020: you are the future we need

To the graduating class of 2020: you are the future we need

This speech was given by Christa Yeung, graduating this year with an Honours in Human Geography and a minor in Urban Studies.

UBC Geography arrangements during COVID-19

UBC Geography arrangements during COVID-19

UBC Geography continues to implement measures to keep our community safe during COVID-19. This page is regularly updated with current details.