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Reeling in the Past: Game Fishing in Canada

One of the most charming aspects of game fishing is the thrill of the unknown—what lies beneath the surface, whether the day’s efforts will yield a prize catch, or if luck will be on the angler’s side. This unpredictability adds to the excitement for all anglers, from seasoned fishing enthusiasts to weekend hobbyists. But as […]

Planet-Friendly Wrapping: Furoshiki

Join us for workshops on making and using furoshiki as a sustainable alternative to gift wrapping. Participants can choose to participate in one or both workshops. Planet-Friendly Wrapping: Making Furoshiki for Sustainable Gift-giving (Part 1 of 2 Workshops) Date and Time:  Tuesday, Nov. 5th from 3:30-4:30pm Location: UBC Scarfe Building Room 1128  Attendance: Free, drop-in […]

Celebrate Diwali with the Asian Library!

Co- Sponsored by the Hindi-Urdu Language Program Date: Wednesday, October 23rd Time: 12:00pm -12:45pm Location: Asian Centre Auditorium (1871 West Mall) Diwali or Deepavali, which means “a row of lights”, is the most widely celebrated festival in India and throughout the Indian diaspora. Traditionally celebrated on Amavasya (darkest night or no moon day), it usually takes place […]

New Books at the Asian Library (September 2024)

South Asian
Japanese
Korean
Chinese

BF637 C5 G55 2024
ਰੂਹ ਦਾ ਸਾਲ਼ਣ : ਵਾਰਤਕ / ਮੋਹਨ ਗਿੱਲ / ਲੁਧਿਆਣਾ : ਚੇਤਨਾ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ਨ ; Surrey B.C.: Gulati Publishers Ltd, 2024
LC32 G38 2023
ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੇ ਬਾਕਮਾਲ ਰਹੱਸ : ਕਿਵੇਂ ਲੱਭੀਏ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦਾ ਸੰਤੁਲਨ ਅਤੇ ਮਕਸਦ / ਗੌਰ ਗੋਪਾਲ ਦਾ…

Stanley Park: A Journey Through History and Today

Land Acknowledgement: We gratefully acknowledge that Stanley Park is on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. As Vancouver’s first and largest urban park, Stanley Park stands as a cherished green oasis amidst the bustling cityscape. Originally a site of deep cultural significance for Indigenous peoples, Stanley Park […]

Business Ethics for Entrepreneurs

Business Ethics for Entrepreneurs
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Thu, 09/05/2024 – 18:07

New Books at the Asian Library (August 2024)

Chinese
Korean
South Asian
Japanese

AZ791 W46 2023
知识分类与中国近代学术系统的重建 / 文韬 著 / 北京 : 北京大學出版社, 2023
BL1900 L36 P36 2023
翻译中的文化与文化中的翻译 : “道德经”英译个案研究 / 潘帅英著 / 天津市 : 南开大学出版社, 2023
DS774.5 Z44644 2024
解密 : 民國權貴的私密檔案 / 鄭會欣著 / 台北市 : 大旗出版社, 2024
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Scholarly Communications and Copyright Office Impact Report 2023/24

Recently the Scholarly Communications and Copyright Office released its 2023/2024 Impact and Activity Report, showcasing some of the year’s highlights and accomplishments.

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New Books at the Asian Library (July 2024)

Japanese
South Asian
Chinese
Korean

BL2225 A1 S544 2023
最強神社と太古の神々 / 島田裕巳 / 東京 : 祥伝社, 2023
DS856.3 S55 2023
平安時代の日本外交と東アジア / 篠崎敦史著 / 東京 : 吉川弘文館, 2023
DS889 S25 2023
戦後日本政治史 : 占領期から「ネオ 55年体制」まで / 境家史郎著 / 東京 : 中央公論新社, 2023
GR74 K83 2023
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Book Display: Incense in Traditional Asia

UBC Asian Library is pleased to announce our latest exhibit: a compact yet captivating book display centered on the traditions of incense and incense ceremonies in Japan and its neighbouring countries. This exhibit invites you to explore the cultural significance and historical evolution of incense and its use in these regions. The diverse array of […]