Two years ago, a warrior of educational reform, and a tremendously inspirational figure, Sir Ken Robinson participated in the Terry Global Speaker Series. His visit launched the beginning of wonderfully exciting storytelling projects and discussions that took place during the rest of the year, and it was one of the loveliest learning experiences I’ve ever [...]
One of my favourite things about the Christmas holidays (I mean aside from the holiday bit of course) is realizing that there are so many amazing lectures coming to campus in the semester to come. Here is one such event to look forward to, and it’s part of a wider series called Global Islam, so [...]
I can’t think of a better way to spend a Wednesday afternoon. Attend and let us know how it goes! =)
Transplanting (International) Laws: Cultural and Traditional Implications in Africa
Veronica Fynn, With comment by Dr. Gloria Nne Onyeoziri & Laura Lee
12:00pm, Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Liu Institute for Global Issues, Multipurpose Room
In [...]
Awesome Event Alert! : Legitimacy and Legality in International Law
Greetings Terry lovers! The event below looks wonderfully interesting; do check it out if you have a chance. Professor Toope always has interesting things to say, and I heard Asha Kaushal speak at the 6th Annual Interdisciplinary Graduate Workshop on Migration Studies that was held at the Liu Centre in March, and she was phenomenal. And [...]
Terry lovers, the time has come for the final Terry Tales event of the semester! (It’s hard to say that without a hankerchief handy) This term has been incredible. We’ve heard stories about everything from the power of silence, to raising dairy goats, to google bombing, to facilitating difficult conversations and learning from those within [...]
Because this is a crazy interesting topic, you should attend.
When: Thursday, April 1, 2010, 4-6PM
Where: Asian Centre
Who: Kavita Datla, Mt. Holyoke College
What: The Fate of Urdu: Muslims, Language Politics, and Colonial Hyderabad
Despite its long and varied history, by the 1920s Urdu had increasingly come to be identified [...]
March. Tis a month where everything becomes crazy busy, time moves quickly and the libraries are even more crammed than usual. But assignments aside, March is also a time of amazing talks and events around campus. Don’t miss out – some of the deepest learning I’ve done at UBC has been through attending incredible lectures [...]
Martin from eightpointeight says:
Dear UBC Community,
In the early hours of Saturday, 27th Feb 2010, an earthquake of magnitude 8.8 (the eighth largest ever recorded) struck the coast of Chile, severely affecting six of the nation’s provinces. At least 800 people have been confirmed dead and 2 million have been left without shelter or [...]
I’m attending the SCARP Symposium today. And one of the required readings (I’ve never been to a conference that had assigned readings!) is a manifesto written by Mark Holland on October 22nd 2009 titled “Resilient Cities and Regenerative Regions”. The manifesto is wonderful; the last section about commitments is phenomenal. I’ve included that [...]
Warning. Attending Terry Tales is hazardous to your health. At least that’s been my experience. I walk out of each session in such an absentminded happy cloud, that I’m sure one of these days I’ll fall into the pond outside the Global Lounge on my way out.
So far so good though, and we had [...]
Terry readers! Hope you’re doing well and enjoying the weather and the cherry blossoms and whatever it is you have planned for Reading Break.
In fact, I can’t wait to hear all about it. Our next Terry tales session is planned for March 1st, and I want you to come so we can eat cookies [...]
Oh Terry readers! No happiness is complete without sharing it with you, and I am most definitely in a wonderful mood. It is days after our Terry Tales event on Feb 8th, and I’m still floating on a cloud of joy.
If you’re still confused about what exactly Terry Tales is though, what sort of [...]
Terry readers, you know that lovely feeling of being in the midst of amazing conversations and wonderfully interesting people? And how that heady mix of excitement and energy and passion stays with you long after you’ve left the room? That’s what our first Terry Tales [...]
Terry friends, it’s here!! Terry Tales, our long awaited storytelling project, is finally, finally here! You may remember it described at TEDx Terry Tales 2009 as a chance to continue the wonderful conversations that happen at events like Sir Ken or TEDx Terry talks 2009, and to share your awesomeness with [...]
Terry lovers, this Friday (Jan 22nd) a fundraiser to support Haiti Relief is being organised from 2-4 PM in the Freddy Wood Theatre, with all funds raised going toward MSF (Doctors Without Borders) and their efforts in Haiti. An incredible list of speakers, a very very important cause, and an opportunity to learn and show [...]
Terry lovers, it is finally here! Africa Awareness Week 2010 is finally here and it looks beyond wonderful. Not that we should think about the beautiful continent for just one week, but it is an awesome opportunity to learn from amazing individuals and to celebrate, and then to take that energy and continuing learning for [...]
Wow. I’m so impressed by the Liu Centre. They’re constantly organising amazing events! Details below about a showcase happening soon.
Join us for a showcase of the Liu Institute’s Global Issues research, followed by discussion and a reception. Professors Benjamin Perrin, Natasha Affolder, and Erin Baines will briefly present their ongoing projects and discuss the [...]
Lets Swap Terry* Holiday Tales
Terry readers! Hope you had a fabulous holiday where you rested and relaxed, had some delightful adventures, and became ready for a brand new semester and year. (2010! Doesn’t that have the loveliest ring to it?) Before we jump into wonderful new conversations together, I’m so curious: what did you do over the holidays? Did [...]
Wow, the Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood House (or DTES NH) is hosting the 2nd annual ‘Splendour in the Night’ on Monday Dec 21st. Proper details and more info about the event below, but they’re looking for volunteers. It sounds like a wonderful way to support a beautiful event. Do contact them for more information.
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