Anthropology, Archaeology and Sociology

Intercultural Studies and Practice

The Diploma in Intercultural Studies and Practice (ISP) prepares students to play a productive and socially responsible role in an increasingly multicultural and diverse world. The program aims to develop social responsibility and a clearer understanding and awareness of the complex issues at play in a multicultural society.
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Food shapes not only what we eat but also our identities, cultures and the environment. Beyond the Plate: Food, Culture and Social Impact explores these connections, challenging you to rethink food’s role in society and your impact as a consumer.

Göbeklitepe, an archaeological marvel in southeast Turkey, challenges our understanding of early civilization with its monumental T-shaped pillars and rich, symbolic imagery, hinting at a complex society 12,000 years ago. This course delves into the site's role in the Neolithic revolution, exploring how the cognitive and social leaps of our ancestors laid the foundation for modern civilization.

Carnivores vs. Herbivores: Rethinking Meat and Plant-Based Diets examines the health, environmental, and ethical complexities of dietary choices. It encourages participants to critically evaluate the impacts of meat-based and plant-based diets on personal well-being and the planet.

Read about the significance of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in workplaces, highlighting that EDI principles influence all organizational aspects, from leadership to daily operations. Karen Saini’s course focuses on equipping students with practical skills, self-reflexivity, and effective communication to create inclusive, equitable, and innovative environments, while encouraging critical thinking about workplace dynamics and personal identity.

Instructor Dr. Ali Kenefick shares some insights about the hidden forces shaping your food choices, from supermarket strategies to food media and trends. Learn how to make informed, conscious decisions about what you buy.

"Imagine saying to a Holocaust survivor: 'We'd like to do a comic about your life," chuckles Charlotte Schallié, professor of Germanic Studies and chair of UVic's Department of Germanic and Slavic Studies. It seems, at the surface, like an absurd request.

with student Rena Hayes   By Therese Eley, Marketing Services "A good education is the key that will open many doors to a good career and a bright future.

We are sad to announce the passing of one of our most committed students, Nan Walmsley. Nan passed away peacefully at home, Sept. 13, surrounded by her family. She lived 97 fulfilling years.

Olav Krigolson is a neuroscientist and UVic professor, and one of our most popular instructors at Continuing Studies. In the four years he's been teaching with us, he's taught 22 courses with over 880 registrations.

Learn more about our instructor Stephanie Calce and her fascinating field of expertise: forensic anthropology.

What is it that prompts someone to take a Continuing Studies course? Well it’s different for everyone of course, but for retired physician Dr. Heidi Martins it was to expand her perspective on the world.

For Elizabeth—or Liz, as she’s known around the office—one of the best parts of her job is meeting those members of the community who consider themselves to be lifelong learners. As a program coordinator within the Division of Continuing Studies’ Arts and Science unit, Liz coordinates the humanities courses, as well as the ever-popular Deans’ Lunchtime Lecture Series.

As I prepare for graduation and think about my next challenge in graduate studies, I must acknowledge that I would most likely never have attended university had it not been for the Humanities Diploma program.