Liu Institute for Global Issues

The Liu Institute for Global Issues is an interdisciplinary research hub for emerging global issues in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs in the Faculty of Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC). At the Liu Institute, we strive to catalyze innovative thinking and positive change, bridging the gap between academics and practitioners to transform research into actions. Our policy-led approach encourages examination of economic, social and environmental interactions and solutions that advance sustainability, security and social justice, particularly in lower income communities.

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International Security Scholar Dr. Alex Yu-Ting Lin joins SPPGA Faculty

At a time when questions of power, security, and global order are becoming increasingly urgent, we are pleased to welcome international security scholar Dr. Alex Yu-Ting Lin to the SPPGA faculty. The post International Security Scholar Dr. Alex Yu-Ting Lin joins SPPGA Faculty appeared first on…

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Apply by Oct 1

Applications are open for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position focusing on a multi-year research project on community energy in BC The post Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Apply by Oct 1 appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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2025/26 IAR Fellows Program – Apply by Sept 10

The Institute of Asian Research invites graduate students engaging with crucial issues related to contemporary Asia to apply for the IAR Fellows Program. The post 2025/26 IAR Fellows Program – Apply by Sept 10 appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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Olav Slaymaker Scholarship in Environment – Apply by Oct 6

The Olav Slaymaker Scholarship in Environment supports UBC doctoral or Master’s students working on topics related to environmental issues. The post Olav Slaymaker Scholarship in Environment – Apply by Oct 6 appeared first on School of Public Policy and Global Affairs.

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Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship – Apply by Oct 6

The 2025 Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship is valued at $4800 and will support a UBC graduate student whose studies focus on human rights and related aspects of public policy and global affairs. The post Jamaloddin Khanjani Family Scholarship – Apply by Oct 6 appeared first on School of…

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Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Nomination – Apply by Sept 29

The Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship program brings outstanding scholars from around the world to UBC in order to engage in innovative research that will enhance interdisciplinary collaborations. Apply by Sept 29 for an SPPGA nomination. The post Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship…

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