The Faculty of Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences and Humanities is committed to fostering the foundational human disciplines. Our faculty serve the diverse communities of northern British Columbia through relevant, creative, innovative, and curiosity-driven research and teaching in the fields of Anthropology, English, First Nations Studies, History, Global and International Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Northern Studies, Political Science, and Women’s and Gender Studies.
Our Faculty is committed to UNBC’s values on equity, diversity and inclusion. We believe that social and cultural diversity is core to enriching the learning environment of a modern university. The confluence of diversity and respectful discussion stimulates creative thoughts, new ways of thinking, and new pathways of inquiry. As teachers, researchers, and citizens of northern British Columbia, we value an engaged and collaborative approach to learning and scholarship built on a foundation of disciplinary excellence, innovation, and discovery; the engagement, respect, and recognition of Indigenous ways of knowing and knowledge systems; and a working and learning environment that promotes respect, integrity, and a meaningful and open dialogue in the pursuit of knowledge.
FISSSH News
Revisiting Prince George's crime history
When the quest for so-called civic respectability in the early settlement days of what is now Prince George clashed with the reality in the townsites, a reputation was born. History Professor Dr. Jonathan Swainger examines this dichotomy in his new book The Notorious Georges: Crime and Community in British Columbia’s Northern Interior, 1909-25.
Knowledge That Moves program to fund international student travel
UNBC students will have more opportunity to include international travel as part of their studies through the Knowledge that Moves program funded through the Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship program.
Empowering innovative ideas
Open to the University community, a new investment fund aims to realize the goals of UNBC's new vision.
Award-winning paper examines the role of women in history making in B.C.
Recent Bachelor of Arts in History graduate Rebecca Campbell won the W. Kaye Lamb Award from the BC Historical Federation for her paper exploring the role women played in history making in B.C. between 1950 and 1970.
Exploring energy transition in the Arctic
Graduate students and faculty from around the world gathered at UNBC's Prince George campus to gain insight into the challenges facing the Far North as it grapples to find sustainable solutions in the face of climate change.
The power of example
Modelling for others her belief in the importance of education, Julia Adams passionately pursued two degrees in her home community in the Nass Valley as a way to deepen her understanding and further connect to Nisga'a culture and traditions.
UNBC to celebrate 30th Convocation
The Class of 2023 will feature one of the largest graduating classes in UNBC's history and the first graduates from three unique programs inspired to meet the needs of northern B.C.
UNBC recognizes seven distinguished Professors Emeriti
Members of the University community gathered for a special ceremony to honour seven retiring faculty members, celebrating their remarkable accomplishments and the lasting impact they have made on UNBC and beyond.
History student wins CSPS Student Essay Prize
What began as research for a course assignment has led a newfound interest, as well as a noteworthy achievement and a summer learning adventure for UNBC Bachelor of Arts in History student Sean Robinson.