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Rocketing my way through mechanical engineering

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Hi! I’m Josh, and I’m graduating this year from Mechanical Engineering specializing in Thermofluids, with a minor in Physics.

Creating space for intercultural learning in engineering and beyond

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I moved around a lot as a kid. I spent the first five years of my life in Georgia, moved to Bangladesh for another five years, and finished off high school in Ethiopia. I grew up with a multitude of cultures, perspectives, and good food; so much…

Developing a sensing platform from the bottom-up

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I am a PhD student from University of British Columbia – Okanagan campus. During my studies I had the chance to learn, develop, travel, and present my research on microwave sensing technology to a wide audience.  I grew up in Edmonton,…

Let curiosity and passion lead the way. A nurse's journey to system-wide impact and better older adult care

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I was inspired every day as I was able to study with many like-minded people from different specialities, be it classmates, teachers, or guest speakers.

The engineering puzzle: the beauty of putting the pieces together

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Paloma Chagas Guerra Pereira chose UBC Chemical Engineering because she wanted to attend a well respected university that would provide a globally recognized qualification and the chance to work and learn alongside world-class experts in her field.

Profession or passion? Finding a future within the two

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"One of the most valuable things my program has taught me is that all different kinds of people can bring value to a team. The different perspectives they provide can sometimes be the most effective way to problem solve." - Darci May…

Finding happiness in the smallest bits and bytes

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My journey at UBC has been a transformative experience defined by many small moments coming together to shape the person I am today. - Michael Ko, UBC Engineering Physics graduate

Know disaster, no disaster: mitigating climate change impacts with Geological Engineering

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Lucy Myrol's interest in climate change and fascination with natural disasters led her to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Geological Engineering, focusing on environmental geology and geohazards.

Mine waste management: not exactly a waste of time

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UBC Mining Engineering Masters graduate Tenaya Brown aims to be at the forefront of engineering safe, ethical, and economic mines that practice excellent stewardship of the environment and reflect the values of the communities they are operated in.

Hands in the soil, head in the stars

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The UBC Master of Landscape Architecture offers hands-on experience through design builds, which attracted Ivana-Lexa French to the program. Students experience tangible obstacles and opportunities that can influence perspectives on design.

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