Meet Deana Simonetto, Assistant Professor of Sociology
Sociology seemed to find its way into Deana Simonetto’s life by chance. Enrolled at Carleton University to pursue the interdisciplinary Criminology and Criminal Justice program, she was required to specialize in one discipline, either Law, Psychology, or Sociology. She chose law, but the courses failed to capture her interest. However, she eagerly attended every sociology class, […]
UBCO sociologist discusses how to prepare for the emotional toll of wildfire evacuation
The sense of communal safety and security can be lost in mere minutes
UBC event explores interconnected histories of Canada and South Asia
The histories of Canada and South Asia are deeply intertwined.
UBC event explores true meaning of walls
Walls are everywhere. Although hardly noticed, they define who is legitimate and who is not. Whether someone is inside or outside the walls of a home, office, prison, public building or a border wall, it affects their identity and its legitimacy.
UBC event explores the impact of widowhood on women
Regardless of medical and lifestyle improvements, Statistics Canada reports that the average life expectancy for males (80) is still a few years shorter than women (84)—meaning that generally, wives still outlive their husbands by a number of years.
UBC event explores life of climate change pioneer Alexander von Humboldt
Prussian naturalist Alexander von Humboldt began his celebrated expedition through the New World in 1799. During his travels, he explored the Americas widely, journeying to several countries including Venezuela, Cuba and the United States.
UBC student wins ‘Strong Woman’ accolade
Sharing the bare necessities of life with marginalized women has brought recognition to a UBC Okanagan student.
UBC event explores environmental histories of South Asia
If we want to save the planet from climate change, how do we protect the environmental histories of South Asian cultures?
UBC event explores labour challenges in Okanagan
The Okanagan Valley has seen its fair share of labour disputes over the past few years. A number of groups, including casino workers and bus drivers have walked off the job in protest of wages and working conditions.
UBC event explores Franz Ferdinand’s connection to the Okanagan
Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian throne, began a round-the-world journey in 1892. After extended visits in India, Australia, and Japan, he arrived in Vancouver in September 1893.