Xwi7xwa Library hires first archivist
When Jesse Carson joined Xwi7xwa Library earlier this year as its first full-time archivist, he was already familiar with some of the challenges—and the stacks of boxes—that awaited him. Founded in 1993, Xwi7xwa Library was intended as a repository for both published and archival materials related to Indigenous communities external to UBC, as well as individuals and […]
How Language Revitalization Boosts Indigenous Health
New UBC Arts-led research shows that reviving Indigenous languages may do more than preserve culture—it may also improve public health. In British Columbia, First Nations youth who speak their ancestral language are less likely to die by suicide. In Australia’s Northern Territory, community-led language initiatives are linked to better mental health outcomes. Across English-speaking settler-colonial […]
Indigenous Graduation Spring 2025
See the First Nations House of Learning’s story on this spring’s Indigenous graduation celebration, including a video recording of the event.
Indigenous Outdoor Art Series
Discover and enjoy unique world-class Indigenous outdoor artworks located across campus using an interactive map. Take a self-guided tour today!