Asian Library Blog

  • KPop and Demons in the Asian Library Collection

    The Asian Library is featuring two displays on “Pop Culture Across Asia” (upper floor) and “Demons in Japanese and Korean Contexts” (ground floor). These displays were installed just in time for Kids Take Over UBC 2026 and are inspired by the hugely popular animated film KPop Demon Hunters. Released in the summer of 2025, this

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  • Lunar New Year Celebration at the Nest – Event Recap

    On February 11, the Asian Library joined the AMS and the Department of Asian Studies in celebrating Lunar New Year 2026 at the Nest. As part of the celebration, we hosted a pop-up library featuring a selection of Great Reads novels, picture books, graphic novels, and language learning materials in Chinese, Japanese, Korean and South

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  • Kids Take Over UBC 2026: Event Recap

    On Sunday February 15, the UBC Asian Library welcomed kids and families as part of Kids Take Over UBC 2026! We welcomed 750 guests between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for crafts, dancing, games, and much more on a sunny Family Day weekend. This year’s theme was Pop of Light – Seasons in Asia in

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  • Kids Take Over UBC at Asian Library

    The Asian Library team is excited to welcome you and your family to campus on Sunday, February 15, from 10am to 4pm. This year’s theme, Pop of Light – Seasons in Asia, is presented in collaboration with the Nitobe Memorial Garden. Visitors can enjoy a variety of crafts and games, as well as experience henna

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