Dr. Candis Callison

Associate Professor

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Biography

Candis Callison is the Canada Research Chair in Indigenous journalism and media. She serves as an Associate Professor jointly appointed in the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs and the Institute of Critical Indigenous Studies, with additional faculty roles in the School of Journalism, Writing, and Media. Her research and teaching focus on the changes in media practices, the rise and persistence of Indigenous journalism on digital platforms, journalism ethics, and the role of Indigenous perspectives in environment-focused social movements and public discourse. Callison’s work aims to understand how climate change narratives become meaningful to diverse public audiences and highlights the significance of Indigenous voices in shaping media landscapes. With extensive experience in these areas, she is committed to advancing scholarship that promotes equitable representation and awareness in journalism.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.