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On writing and translating Sakura: A conversation with Kanako Nishi and Allison Markin Powell 

By phchow on April 7, 2026

Join Dr. Christina Laffin, associate professor of Japanese literature, for a conversation with Kanako Nishi and book translator Allison Markin Powell to discuss what the translation of Nishi’s bestselling novel, Sakura, means in the context of the risi…

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Giving Day 2026

By Anna Moorhouse on April 2, 2026

UBC Library connects learners with the tools, collections and spaces they need to explore ideas and excel academically. Join us today to support UBC Library on UBC Giving Day, April 8.

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A Legacy of Ink 墨韻傳承 – Event Recap

By phchow on March 18, 2026

Approximately 80 participants, including students, faculty, staff, and community members, joined the Asian Library for the Legacy of Ink event held at the Asian Centre Auditorium on the afternoon of January 29, 2026. The event offered an inspiring expl…

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Lunar New Year Celebration at the Nest – Event Recap

By phchow on February 27, 2026

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, grap…

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Join Open Education Week for workshops that promote reduced barriers to learning

By Ariane Madden on February 26, 2026

It all takes place March 2 to 11 at UBC. Open Education allows educators to remove barriers to learning by sharing, managing and using education resources such as open textbooks, lesson plans, quizzes, videos, interactive activities and presentations.

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Kids Take Over UBC 2026: Event Recap

By phchow on February 25, 2026

On Sunday February 15, the UBC Asian Library welcomed kids and families to campus for 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 …

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