You are encouraged to attend the defence. The details of the defence and attendance information is included below:  

 Date: March 14, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM (PT)

Defence mode: Hybrid 
In-Person Attendance: Senate Chambers, UNBC Prince George Campus  
Virtual Attendance: via Zoom 

LINK TO JOIN: Please contact the Office of Graduate Administration for information regarding remote attendance for online defences.  

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Thesis entitled: SAFETIES: MULTIPLE WAYS OF THINKING/FEELING/BEING SAFE

Abstract: This research incorporated qualitative arts-based research to determine the perceptions of safety from nine female students who are currently attending the University of British Columbia. The participants were invited to attend a focus group where women’s safety was discussed, and art was created based on that discussion. A month later, the art was displayed, and the local community was invited to view the art and comment, sharing their thoughts and feedback. 

Several common themes emerged, including the ways in which safety is expressed externally and felt internally, what safe spaces look like, and the dangers that exist threatening feelings of safety. Additionally, this research showcased that while there are many themes that connect women’s perceptions of safety, ultimately, safety is uniquely experienced by each person

Defence Committee:  
Chair: Dr. David Connell, University of Northern British Columbia  
Supervisor: Dr. Si Transken, University of Northern British Columbia  
Committee Member: Dr. Robert Budde, University of Northern British Columbia  
Committee Member: Dr. Indrani Margolin, University of Northern British Columbia
External Examiner: Dr. John Sherry, University of Northern British Columbia