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News on student life, teaching and research at the UBC School of Journalism, Writing, and Media.

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Political communication scholar Daniel Kreiss has been appointed an Eddie Goldenberg Research Chair of Canada at #UBC’s School of Journalism, Writing, and Media. The Chair position marks an $8m federal investment in the future of democratic journalism over eight years. jwam.ubc.ca/news/renowne...

jwam.ubc.caRenowned democracy scholar Daniel Kreiss joins UBC JWAM as research chair - School of Journalism, Writing, and MediaDaniel Kreiss will lead research into how journalism, digital platforms and new technologies shape democratic life.
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Big news from #UBC Journalism! 🌊 We are hiring an Assistant Professor (or possibly associate) in International Reporting. This role includes the prestigious Gary Coull Professorship and a chance to collaborate with our Global Reporting Centre.🌍 Join us in Vancouver. Apply by Aug 15, 2026.

jwam.ubc.caJWAM - Gary Coull Professorship - Assistant Professor - School of Journalism, Writing, and MediaThe School of Journalism, Writing, and Media at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver Campus, invites applications for a full-time tenure-stream faculty appointment in International Repo...
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Calling all journalism leaders and innovators! 📣 Are you passionate about the future of storytelling? #UBC Journalism is looking for its next Asper Visiting Professor for the 2026-2027 academic year. This role is a fantastic opportunity to step into the classroom and share your expertise.

jwam.ubc.caAsper Visiting Professor (2026-2027) - School of Journalism, Writing, and MediaThe 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...
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#UBC j-prof Peter Klein in the @theglobeandmail.com: "Both cases turn on the blurring line between activism and reporting, which the journalists and their defenders claim police have used to undermine press freedom." www.theglobeandmail.com/opinion/arti...

theglobeandmail.comOpinion: The blurring line between journalism and activism is being used as a cudgelWho gets to decide who’s a reporter, and who’s an activist? The answer matters for press freedom
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Congratulations to all the #UBC Journalism alum nominated in the @jackwebsterfdn.bsky.social awards, celebrating the best of BC journalism.

jackwebster.comWebster Awards 2025 Finalists - Jack Webster Foundation | Celebrating the Webster AwardsBest News Reporting of the Year – Print/Digital Best News Reporting of the Year – TV/Video Commentator of the Year/City Mic Award Excellence in Arts & Culture Reporting Excellence in Business Reportin...
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Join @ubcjournalism.bsky.social Kathryn Gretsinger as she hosts seven brilliant nonfiction authors 📚. Dive into stories of publishing, fashion, science, history, activism, and food. Sunday, Oct 26, 2025, 10:30am at Performance Works

writersfest.bc.ca78. Food for Thought | Vancouver Writers FestSeven authors of intriguing nonfiction titles explore topics at the forefront of our minds, in this popular returning event where TED Talk meets café social, with a morning snack included. Scott McInt...
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Congratulations to @ubcjournalism.bsky.social professor Mary Lynn Young on her appointment as the McLean Family Chair in Canadian Studies in the #UBC Faculty of Arts. She will research and teach on the contemporary social value of news and changing journalism infrastructure in Canada.

canadianstudies.ubc.caCurrent McLean Family Chair in Canadian Studies | Canadian StudiesMary-Lynn Young marylynn.young@ubc.ca Sing Tao 205 Professor Young is a certified coach, educator, researcher and co-founder of The Conversation Canada, a national not-for-profit journalism outlet. Sh...

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How are Baltic nations working to fortify their borders with Russia? Students at @ubcjournalism.bsky.social's Global Reporting Program answer that question in their new short documentary, produced in partnership with @pbsnews.org. bit.ly/4mNUqhW

bit.lyHow Baltic nations are working to fortify their border with RussiaRussian officials say a top priority at Friday's Trump-Putin summit is normalizing U.S. relations on topics beyond Ukraine. That concerns European officials, who consider Russia a long-term threat. Wi...

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News publishers say the AI-generated summaries that now top many #Google search results are cutting into their online traffic. @ubcjournalism.bsky.social prof Dr. Alfred Hermida discussed via @cdnpress.bsky.social

thecanadianpressnews.caCanadian news publishers, experts raise alarm over Google search AI summariesOTTAWA - News publishers say the AI-generated summaries that now top many Google search results are cutting into their online traffic — and experts are still flagging concerns about the
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Congratulations to @ubcjournalism.bsky.social alumna Emily Blake on joining the board of the Canadian Association of Journalists. caj.ca/the-canadian...

caj.caThe Canadian Association of Journalists welcomes new board members and announces leadership team for 2025-2026 - Canadian Association of JournalistsPost text The Canadian Association of Journalists (CAJ) welcomed several new board members and selected its leadership team for the coming year at its recent board and annual general meeting of membe...
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Catch up with the UBC Journalism graduating class of '25. In May, 29 graduates received their Master of Journalism degree from UBC. If you are looking to hire smart and talented journalists, start here! 🥁

jwam.ubc.caUBC Journalism celebrates graduating class of '25 - School of Journalism, Writing, and MediaCongratulations to the 29 aspiring journalists who received their Master of Journalism degrees from the University of British Columbia in May.
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Congratulations to #UBC Journalism graduate Jasmine Ng on her nomination for Best One-of-a-Kind Storytelling for her Visual Journalism course project. #DigitalPublishingAwards #DPA25

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📣 Just one week away! Reserve your ticket and be part of this timely conversation next Thursday at the Robson Square Theatre, Vancouver. @arts.ubc.ca @stone-centre-ubc.bsky.social @ubcvse.bsky.social @ubcjournalism.bsky.social

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Where do Canada and B.C. stand on immigration in 2025? How are policy shifts shaping communities, jobs, and the economy? Join experts for a timely discussion on migration’s real-world impacts. 📅 Wednesday, April 16 ⏰ 6–8 PM 📍 Robson Square Theatre (C300) Register: www.arts.ubc.ca/events/event...

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Listen to #UBC Journalism alumna Karla Jubaily interview @ndp.ca leader @jagmeetsingh.ca for the Cooking Up Culture podcast about the memories behind his favourite meals. The podcast started as a @ubcjournalism.bsky.social class project.

creators.spotify.comSpecial Episode: The Personal, the Political & the Punjabi Kitchen (ft. Jagmeet Singh) by Cooking Up CultureFrom the Lebanese food he was introduced to by his best friend growing up, to the meaningful memory of learning how to cook for his younger brother, Jagmeet Singh opens up about how food has shaped hi...
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📢 Breaking: UBC Journalism Masters extends deadline. Want to become a groundbreaking storyteller? Here's your second chance! The deadline for the prestigious Master of Journalism program has been extended to May 1. 🌎 #Journalism #HigherEd #MediaCareers #UBC

jwam.ubc.caApply now: UBC Journalism Masters extends deadline - School of Journalism, Writing, and MediaUBC's prestigious journalism graduate program welcomes applications until May 1, 2025.
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Join us in congratulating #UBC journalism professor Alfred Hermida on receiving the prestigious UBC Killam Research Prize! 🎉 We're proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of his impactful scholarship and dedication to advancing journalism and media studies.

jwam.ubc.caDigital media pioneer Alfred Hermida wins UBC Killam Research Prize - School of Journalism, Writing, and MediaProfessor Hermida was recognised for his outstanding research contributions to the field of journalism.
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#UBC j-student Marisa Sittheeamorn on working with @theconversationca.bsky.social's Don’t Call Me Resilient: "Having a transparent and all-encompassing conversation is really important ... to acknowledge the challenges, but also hopefully to ideate what some potential solutions could be."

ubyssey.caDon't Call Me Resilient podcast holds live recording at UBCHosted by Vinita Srivastava, the podcast is now entering its eighth season — it started up during the peak of the pandemic, when the Black Lives Matter movement was gaining traction on social media af...
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Congratulations to the 2023-2024 @ubcjournalism.bsky.social Global Reporting Program students and Mongabay on their honourable mention in the student category of the Society of Environmental Journalist awards for the series on rice farming in Southeast Asia. 🎉 bit.ly/4ezOB3d

bit.lyOutstanding Student Reporting: SEJ 23rd Annual Awards for Reporting on the EnvironmentThe Society of Environmental Journalists is pleased to announce the Outstanding Student Reporting winners of the 2024 SEJ Awards for Reporting on the Environment. Read the stories.