Rice: Far more than a simple grain – New display at the Asian Library
How often do you eat rice in your meals? If you asked people from Asian cultures this question, many would likely say, “Countless times!” In East Asian and South Asian cultures, rice represents far more than a simple grain, deeply influencing people’s lives and traditions both in the past and today. This display features books […] Read More
Event Recap: A conversation with Kanako Nishi and Allison Markin Powell
On Friday, April 24th, acclaimed Japanese author Kanako Nishi sat down with translator Allison Markin Powell and UBC Asian Studies professor Christina Laffin for a conversation about her recently translated novel, Sakura. Originally published in Japanese in 2005, Sakura (さくら) is the first of Kanako Nishi’s novels to be translated and published in English. Sakura […] Read More
Harjit Kaur Sidhu Memorial Program 2026: Event Recap & Book Display
On Friday, April 10, the Department of Asian Studies and the Asian Library at the University of British Columbia hosted their 15th annual Harjit Kaur Sidhu Memorial Program, an event dedicated to celebrating the life of Harjit Kaur Sidhu. Harjit Kaur Sidhu was a passionate educator and advocate for Punjabi language and culture, and recognizing […] Read More
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