How do we make sense of the messiness in the methods we use to carry out our research? The workshop will be led by Dr. Martin Manalansan. It will focus on the methods and methodology of conducting transnational research anchored in the everyday experiences and struggles of racialized im/migrants. With Dr. Manalansan’s long-standing and rich … Continue reading
QUEERING THE FILIPINO DIASPORA IN CANADA Featuring the documentary, “StandStill” by Joella Cabalu Tuesday, March 17, 2015 4:00-6:00 PM Liu Institute for Global Issues, Case Room, UBC 6476 NW Marine Drive, Vancouver Unceded Musqueam Territory ABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY StandStill (2013) is a short documentary on the filmmaker’s journey to bring together her gay brother and … Continue reading
From Coast Salish territories to the Philippine islands, climate change has begun to impact vulnerable communities. Join us for an evening of films, discussions and stories! The UBC Philippine Studies Series hosts its first community event for 2015! RSVP to our Facebook event page. Continue reading
A short play about a Filipino caregiver mother and her son, followed by a discussion of ways to support the educational needs of Filipino high school students in Vancouver. “Waiting” will be performed by Iris Paradela and Jeremiah Mari Carag. The forum will be facilitated by Ron Darvin of the UBC Department of Language and Literacy Education … Continue reading
On what pivot point do we stand upon when the tilted earth shifts beneath us? An immersive discourse on the cusp between disaster & thereafter. Soundscapes and shrine. Continue reading
