Humanities

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Despite the backsliding, public support for democracy remains strong.

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It’s nothing new, says historian of media, and we can learn from the past.

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And how a widening wealth gap is damaging democracy.

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Autocrats can have dark personality traits and perform poorly. Why do people vote for them?
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Even the most hostile political adversaries may have more in common than they think.

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This UBC grad wants to be a positive role model for the next generation of queer youth.
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US tariffs have sparked a surge in nationalist sentiment in Canada.
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Age, education, and regional differences influence how people handle their credit.
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With 137 new entries and a fresh design, UBC’s Dictionary of Canadianisms is better than ever.
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One of the most unique and important texts will be analyzed and made widely available.
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Eylul Kara champions community-led education and cross-cultural connection.
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How Survivor Larry Loyie used writing to process experience, thrive, and educate others.
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Reviving Indigenous languages may do more than preserve culture.
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Alberta would get exactly — and only — what it can bargain for.
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Brendan Liaw won three consecutive games, earning $59,398 in total winnings.
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Dismantling it risks turning democracy into a gated community, say UBC experts.

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A UBC Creative Writing professor uncovers his family’s hidden wartime history.
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Rising rents and housing shortages are changing how families live together.
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With critical conversations under attack, how can Canadian universities serve communities?
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Why do people who are eligible for public benefits not take advantage of them?