Tonight: Chris Bennett

Nov 23, 2011 This evening we will be joined by UBC professor, Dr. Chris Bennett.  Continuing on the theme of “aid” from Dr. Haimanot’s discussion of food aid, Chris will discuss the concept of “transformative aid”.  While there are numerous challenges to giving aid, with appropriate monitoring and evaluation there is also the potential to empower others to improve their quality of life.  This is sure to be an interesting class and a lively discussion. Speaking of discussion, you have just under one month to submit the remaining of your four (4) required postings for the semester.  The submission deadline is the last day of exams, Tuesday December 20, 2011.  Note that this differs from last year’s deadline.  I will be unavailable after the 10th of December, so please make sure you set up a time to see me before then if you are having any issues with your blog (ubcgrs@gmail.com).  Or, if something does arise, there are also the “How to” pages on this site to help you.