Dr. Sara Milstein

Professor

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Biography

Sara Milstein is a Professor in the Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies at the University of British Columbia. Her research spans Hebrew Bible, Ancient Near Eastern studies, and law, focusing on the intersections of translation, literary history, and scribal culture. Milstein's notable works include 'Making Case: Practical Roots Biblical Law' published by Oxford University Press in 2021, which earned her the Canadian Society of Biblical Studies' R.B.Y. Scott Award in 2022. She has also authored 'Tracking Master Scribe: Revision Introduction Biblical Mesopotamian Literature' (2016) and co-authored 'Buried Foundation Gilgamesh Epic: Akkadian Huwawa Narrative' along with Daniel Fleming. In addition to her publications, she has been recognized with various fellowships and awards including the Killam Teaching Prize at UBC and has served as a visiting professor at prestigious institutions. Milstein continues to contribute to her field through teaching, research projects, and participation in academic conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Department Head

— Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Leads the Department of Ancient Mediterranean and Near Eastern Studies, overseeing curriculum, faculty, and academic research.

Visiting Professor

— Present

University of Göttingen • Göttingen, Germany

Engages in teaching and research collaboration within the university's academic framework.

New Faculty Fellow

— Present

American Council of Learned Societies • Rutgers University

Participated in a fellowship designed to support early-career faculty in their scholarly development.

Awards

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Canadian Society Biblical Studies’ R.B.Y. Scott Award

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American Schools Oriental Research Frank Moore Cross Award

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UBC Killam Teaching Prize

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.