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Welcome
The UBC Institute for European Studies seeks to advance the study and understanding of European politics, economy, and societies.
Meet the Members of the IES
Our Director, Faculty-in-Residence, Affiliated Faculty, Postdoctoral Fellows, Doctoral Fellows, Visiting Scholars, and Staff
European Transitions Speaker Series
Our 2019/20 lineup of speakers, includes: Niko Switek, Anand Menon, and Moritz Schramm.
EU Study Tour
The 16th Annual European Union Study Tour & Internship Program will take place from May 9 – May 30, 2020. Join Us!
Upcoming Events
Through its speaker series, research colloquia, and conferences, the Institute provides a collegial and stimulating space for discussions of European current affairs and scholarship.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct 17

IES Community Luncheon C. K. Choi Building, 1855 West Mall
October 17, 2019 12:30 – 1:30pm C.K. Choi, Rm #351
Oct 28

The IES European Transitions Speaker Series: Niko Switek C.K. Choi Building, 1855 West Mall
October 28, 2019 12:15-1:45pm C.K. Choi Building Rm #120 Niko Switek, University of Washington “Angela Merkel’s Last Term as Chancellor and the Rise of a New Right-Wing Party” Abstract – Looking from the US and Canada to Germany many observers admire Angela Merkel as an element of stability in turbulent times. Being invited to give...
Nov 4

The IES Research Colloquium: Salta Zhumatova C. K. Choi Building, 1855 West Mall
November 4, 2019 Salta Zhumatova (UBC PhD Candidate) Lunch will be served at 12:15 pm 12:30pm C.K. Choi, Rm #351

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Interdisciplinary Histories Research Cluster: Cities and Memories in the (post) Yugoslav Space

November 4, 2019 Read more >>

New Scholarships Available through Go Global for Students Interested in Going on Exchange

October 15, 2019 Read more >>

Social Acceptance of Wind Energy: Forces, Factors and Policy Frameworks in Europe

October 16, 2019 Read more >>

CTV Interview with Yves Tiberghien: Boris Johnson’s Brother Quits as MP over Brexit

September 5, 2019 Read more >>

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The Interdisciplinary Histories Research Cluster: Cities and Memories in the (post) Yugoslav Space
New Scholarships Available through Go Global for Students Interested in Going on Exchange
Social Acceptance of Wind Energy: Forces, Factors and Policy Frameworks in Europe
CTV Interview with Yves Tiberghien: Boris Johnson’s Brother Quits as MP over Brexit
Call for Applications: IES Assistant to the Director – Closing date: June 9, 2019