I am back in Vancouver and it is wonderful to be here on the UBC campus surrounded by such lush trees and flowers, mere steps from the ocean with the mountains nearby. It is also quite fascinating to be at the Congress - one of the largest academic gatherings in North America with some 10,000 attendees. Last night my friend Sophie and I wandered about the campus swinging between exulting in the sheer beauty of the place and railing at the bleakness of our campus back in Calgary.
I will add some photos later so you understand what I mean. But for now I will simply reflect on what it is like to be here, present with so many other people who are part of the academe. It is an interesting experience - one that I approach partly with curiosity, partly with amusement and a smattering of the surreal.
I am looking forward to seeing how this week unfolds...
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