Welcome Reception for Leanne Betasamosake Simpson

Please join us as we welcome our writer-in-residence, Leanne Betasamosake Simpson, on the first day of her residency.

Leanne Betasamosake Simpson is a renowned Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg scholar, writer and artist, who has been widely recognized as one of the most compelling Indigenous voices of her generation. Her work breaks open the intersections between politics,  story and song—bringing audiences into a rich and layered world of sound, light, and sovereign creativity.

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All faculty, staff and students at UBC are welcome. Refreshments will be served.

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Reading with Leanne on January 22

We’re also hosting a reading with Leanne and special guests.

For more details, please visit the event page.