Senior Scholars' Series: The Passions that Drive Academic Life
Reflecting on the Pleasures and Perils of Three Decades Researching Indigenous Topics as a Non-Indigenous Person
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Jean Barman, Education, UBC
Coach House, Green College, UBC
Tuesday, September 15, 5-6:30 pm, reception to followin the series
Senior Scholars' Series: The Passions that Drive Academic Life -
When Jean Barman first wrote on an indigenous topic three decades ago, it was rejected for publication on the grounds that “nobody wants to read about Indians.” Times have changed, as she describes and assesses from the perspective of her own career as a teacher and writer.
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Unless otherwise noted, all of our lectures are free to attend and do not require registration.
September 15, 2015
10:00 am to 11:30 am
Piano Lounge
6201 Cecil Green Park Road
Speakers
Jean Barman, Education, UBC