South Asian Studies Institute Archive
Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains receiving King Charles III Coronation Medal
Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains would be the first to say that none of the work at UFV's South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) is done with awards and recognition in mind. But, it's nice when it happens. Satwinder has been the director of SASI for more than a decade, pursing her passion for telling the real…
NFB film with SASI ties debuts at the Vancouver International
A film with strong ties to UFV’s South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) recently made its debut at the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF). Unarchived is a documentary (directed by Hayley Gray and Elad Tzadok) backed by the National Film Board of Canada that explores the histories of communities that are often overlooked and excluded by…
Inaugural UFV Research Centres, Labs, and Institutes showcase — Sept
This is what research looks like at UFV: pairing children with the elderly as dance partners, exploring cellular agriculture and indoor farming, collecting and preserving South Asian settlers' stories, and an innovative hub that fuels out-of-the-box thinking about health and social issues. Research here is different. It is impactful. It is curious and creative. It…
Hit the road this summer with the Get to Know
Heading out on a road trip this summer? We have the perfect driving companion for you. And maybe we’re a little biased, but UFV has some of the most brilliant and fascinating minds in education. The UFV Get to Know podcast digs a little deeper with UFV’s expert faculty and staff. You might know our…
UFV launches new initiatives to showcase South Asian Canadian contributions
Six new resources aimed at reducing racism through education are now available across British Columbia. Launched April 12 by the South Asian Studies Institute at the University of the Fraser Valley, the South Asian Canadian Legacy Project aims to raise awareness and knowledge of the valuable contributions of South Asian Canadians to British Columbia’s diverse…
Get to Know podcast: Satwinder Bains on social justice and
Last month, the UFV Communications team debuted the Get to Know podcast, a 30-minute podcast where you get an in-depth perspective of some of UFV's most interesting minds through candid discussions -- exploring their areas of expertise and gaining a glimpse of who they are when they're not at UFV. Our first guest is Dr.…History research helped Ishpreet Anand prepare for business grad school
Doing face-to-face oral history research may not seem like it has a direct correlation to business studies, but Ishpreet Anand (BBA) is confident that the experience he got as an undergrad helped him secure a spot in an MBA program. Born and raised in Chandigarh, Ishpreet Anand began his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree…
South Asian Studies Institute receives Heritage Defender award
UFV’s South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) has been recognized for its contribution to heritage preservation in British Columbia. SASI received the Heritage Defender award on October 15 at the 11th annual Darpan Extraordinary Achievement Awards. Satwinder Bains, director of SASI, accepted the award on behalf of SASI and the university. “The Heritage Defender award recognizes…
Faculty Service Excellence 2021: Satwinder Bains’ impact is mighty at
A visionary leader with an unshakable commitment to equality and cultural justice, Dr. Satwinder Bains is the 2021 recipient of UFV’s Faculty Service Excellence Award. “As a woman of colour, not only is she smashing glass ceilings of patriarchy within academia, but also in conservative cultural spaces,” says Anita Lal, co-founder and director of the…Bains promotes understanding for South Asians — Science Talks lecture
Whether you are a descendant of the original South Asians who immigrated to Canada in the late 1800s, or you are a recent transplant from India, being understood and accepted into Canadian society is still a struggle, according to Dr. Satwinder Bains, the Director of the South Asian Studies Institute at UFV. “We still live…Rajnish Dhawan is here for the laughs and the tears
Comedian. Playwright. Pickleball aficionado. There’s more to Dr. Rajnish Dhawan than being a professor of English at UFV. The Chilliwack resident can often be found on stage at comedy nights from Chilliwack to Vancouver. And since coming to Canada in 2009, he has written and produced four plays. He’s also a frequent figure on…Race and Anti-Racism Network finds new energy in current climate
Adrienne Chan and Satwinder Kaur Bains are weary anti-racism advocates. Both have dedicated decades of their personal and professional lives to the cause. But they carry on, because it’s a cause that they believe in to the core of their being. And they’d like your help. “Working against racism has been a lifelong process for…
UFV SASI receives $1.14 million in funding from the province
The South Asian Studies Institute at the University of the Fraser Valley (SASI) with support from the Abbotsford Community Foundation has received $1.14 million in funding from the Province of BC to deliver Haq and History: A Punjabi Canadian Legacy Project. The funding allows SASI to continue work showcasing past and present contributions of the Punjabi…
Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains receiving King Charles III Coronation Medal
Dr. Satwinder Kaur Bains would be the first to say that none of the work at UFV's South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) is done with awards and recognition in mind. But, it's nice when it happens. Satwinder has been the director of SASI for more than a decade, pursing her passion for telling the real…NFB film with SASI ties debuts at the Vancouver International
A film with strong ties to UFV’s South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) recently made its debut at the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF). Unarchived is a documentary (directed by Hayley Gray and Elad Tzadok) backed by the National Film Board of Canada that explores the histories of communities that are often overlooked and excluded by…Inaugural UFV Research Centres, Labs, and Institutes showcase — Sept
This is what research looks like at UFV: pairing children with the elderly as dance partners, exploring cellular agriculture and indoor farming, collecting and preserving South Asian settlers' stories, and an innovative hub that fuels out-of-the-box thinking about health and social issues. Research here is different. It is impactful. It is curious and creative. It…Hit the road this summer with the Get to Know
Heading out on a road trip this summer? We have the perfect driving companion for you. And maybe we’re a little biased, but UFV has some of the most brilliant and fascinating minds in education. The UFV Get to Know podcast digs a little deeper with UFV’s expert faculty and staff. You might know our…UFV launches new initiatives to showcase South Asian Canadian contributions
Six new resources aimed at reducing racism through education are now available across British Columbia. Launched April 12 by the South Asian Studies Institute at the University of the Fraser Valley, the South Asian Canadian Legacy Project aims to raise awareness and knowledge of the valuable contributions of South Asian Canadians to British Columbia’s diverse…Get to Know podcast: Satwinder Bains on social justice and
Last month, the UFV Communications team debuted the Get to Know podcast, a 30-minute podcast where you get an in-depth perspective of some of UFV's most interesting minds through candid discussions -- exploring their areas of expertise and gaining a glimpse of who they are when they're not at UFV. Our first guest is Dr.…History research helped Ishpreet Anand prepare for business grad school
Doing face-to-face oral history research may not seem like it has a direct correlation to business studies, but Ishpreet Anand (BBA) is confident that the experience he got as an undergrad helped him secure a spot in an MBA program. Born and raised in Chandigarh, Ishpreet Anand began his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree…South Asian Studies Institute receives Heritage Defender award
UFV’s South Asian Studies Institute (SASI) has been recognized for its contribution to heritage preservation in British Columbia. SASI received the Heritage Defender award on October 15 at the 11th annual Darpan Extraordinary Achievement Awards. Satwinder Bains, director of SASI, accepted the award on behalf of SASI and the university. “The Heritage Defender award recognizes…Faculty Service Excellence 2021: Satwinder Bains’ impact is mighty at
A visionary leader with an unshakable commitment to equality and cultural justice, Dr. Satwinder Bains is the 2021 recipient of UFV’s Faculty Service Excellence Award. “As a woman of colour, not only is she smashing glass ceilings of patriarchy within academia, but also in conservative cultural spaces,” says Anita Lal, co-founder and director of the…Bains promotes understanding for South Asians — Science Talks lecture
Whether you are a descendant of the original South Asians who immigrated to Canada in the late 1800s, or you are a recent transplant from India, being understood and accepted into Canadian society is still a struggle, according to Dr. Satwinder Bains, the Director of the South Asian Studies Institute at UFV. “We still live…Rajnish Dhawan is here for the laughs and the tears
Comedian. Playwright. Pickleball aficionado. There’s more to Dr. Rajnish Dhawan than being a professor of English at UFV. The Chilliwack resident can often be found on stage at comedy nights from Chilliwack to Vancouver. And since coming to Canada in 2009, he has written and produced four plays. He’s also a frequent figure on…Race and Anti-Racism Network finds new energy in current climate
Adrienne Chan and Satwinder Kaur Bains are weary anti-racism advocates. Both have dedicated decades of their personal and professional lives to the cause. But they carry on, because it’s a cause that they believe in to the core of their being. And they’d like your help. “Working against racism has been a lifelong process for…
