Department of Classics and Religion
Expanding Sikh Studies
You’ve helped us to set the groundwork to create a robust Sikh Studies program and make UCalgary the place to take courses and learn about Sikh Studies
News and Announcements
From Calgary to Malibu
Dr. Dyron Daughrity (PhD ’05) builds a life in scholarship and leadership
podcast
East Roman archeology: goals and challenges, with Marica Cassis
A conversation with Byzantium and Friends about the archaeological study of the east Roman world and how it interfaces with traditional, text-based historiography
Dr. Leslie Reid appointed interim dean, Faculty of Arts
A message from Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Sandra Davidson
Critically acclaimed satire brings Métis voices to UCalgary stage
Women of the Fur Trade explores identity, friendship, and history in Alberta’s first production of Frances Koncan’s celebrated play
In Memoriam: Hanne Sigismund Nielsen, Faculty of Arts
Faculty member in Classics and Religion; campus flag lowered Oct 1.
Royal Society of Canada announces 2025 Fellows including three UCalgary scholars
Henry Leung, Bruce Pike, and Frank Stahnisch recognized with Canada’s top academic honour
In the Media
In the News Harjeet Singh Grewal, Classics and Religion, in CTV News
New exhibit celebrates legacy of Sikh soldiers in Canadian military
In the News Craig Ginn, Classics and Religion/International Indigenous Studies, Calgary Herald
Calgary musician's new album explores tragic sled dog slaughter, other stories involving animals
In the News Craig Ginn, Classics & Religion, CTV News Calgary
Calgarians given a window into the life of Louis Riel
In the News Harjeet Singh Grewal, Classics and Religion, in The Guardian
Drive-by shootings, arson and murder: is the Indian government trying to silence Canada’s Sikh activists?
In the News Harjeet Grewal, Classics and Religions, in Los Angels Times
California Sikhs are driving a separatist movement. India calls them terrorists (subscriber only content)
In the News Harjeet Singh Grewal, Classics and Religion, in Global News
Sikh and Indo-Calgarians react to Canada’s allegations against Indian government
Nickle Galleries
Numismatic Collection
The Nickle Galleries’ Numismatic Collection is the largest and most important academic coin collection in Canada.
Faculty of Arts Awards and Celebration of Excellence
Faculty of Arts Awards recognize faculty, staff, postdocs, graduate students and alumni whose work advances research, creativity and community impact across disciplines.
April 28, 2026 | 2 – 4:30 p.m.