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Sophie H. on the Okanagan campus

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Exploring cultural theory and social change

UBC Okanagan Arts student Sophie on the power of a Cultural Studies degree

“It is one thing to identify what is wrong with this world, but it’s another to see how people are managing to live and finding joy within it. Because this is where the changes are happening.” - Sophie H., Cultural Studies

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David's Story

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David's Story

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Darcy's Story

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Danni's Story

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Chandni's Story

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Nathan's Story

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Suud's Story

International student enhances student life

Suud's Story

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