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Emmanuel Cantiller

Emmanuel Cantiller

Major in Political Science  Where did Emmanuel work? Work Term 1:  Administrative Assistant, Kolb Law Corporation Work Term 2: Special Events Coordinator, Marpole Oakridge Family Place What did Emmanuel accomplish? Kolb Law Corporation As an Administrative Assistant, Emmanuel handled various legal tasks with professionalism and accuracy. He drafted pleadings and letters, obtained and reviewed records […]

Lauren Lok Man Wong

Lauren Lok Man Wong

Master of Library and Information Studies and Master of Archival Studies 2022/23 UBC iSchool MAS Co-op Student of the Year, Honourable Mention Lauren’s co-op experience working with the Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre (NIMC) in the Village of New Denver, BC as a Collection Assistant has encouraged her to embrace the challenge of delving into a […]

Gabrielle Foo

Gabrielle Foo

Major in Psychology Where did Gabrielle work? Work Term: Volunteer Coordinator, Vancouver Fringe Festival What did Gabrielle accomplish? Vancouver Fringe Festival In Gabrielle’s role as the Volunteer Coordinator at the Vancouver Fringe Festival, she skillfully managed recruitment, scheduling, and training for 380 volunteers over an 11-day festival. She fostered bonds between volunteers, ensured seamless communication, […]

Geoffrey Tam

Geoffrey Tam

Sociology Major, Family Studies Minor Where did Geoffrey work? Work Term 1: Marketing & Communications Assistant, NatureKids BC Work Term 2: Wellness Centre Assistant, UBC Wellness Centre What did Geoffrey accomplish? NatureKids BC During his time at NatureKids BC, Geoffrey took on numerous responsibilities. He conducted research and provided insights into regional diversity and inclusion […]

Bill Huan

Bill Huan

English Language & Literature Where did Bill work? Work Term 1: Grant Writer, Marpole Oakridge Family Place Work Term 2: Communications Assistant, Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) Work Term 3: Junior Officer, Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada (ISED) What did Bill accomplish? Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) At CIRNAC, […]

Aman Mathur

Aman Mathur

Major in Psychology, Minor in Law & Society Where did Aman work? Work Term 1: Graphic Design and Marketing Assistant, Vancouver Fringe Theatre Society Excellence in the Workplace Aman’s entry into the Vancouver Fringe showcased his exceptional design skills and unwavering commitment to consistency. Aman’s supervisor praises him for revolutionizing the organization’s marketing assets. This […]

Paisley McKenzie

Paisley McKenzie

History and Linguistics Where did Paisley work? Work Term 1: Partnership Coordinator, BC Museums Association Work Term 2: Museum Assistant, Bowen Island Museum and Archives Work Term 3: Language Programs Assistant, First People’s Cultural Council What did Paisley accomplish? Bowen Island Museum and Archives   During her time as a Museum Assistant at Bowen Island […]

Tiffany Tse

Tiffany Tse

Master of Library and Information Studies 2020/21 UBC iSchool MLIS Co-op Student of the Year Excellence in the Workplace In her role with Halifax Public Libraries, Tiffany accomplished many things, including coordinating and leading children’s programs to build literacy and friendship, promoting the summer reading club to 30 classes, and assisting patrons with digital services. […]

Colby Payne

Colby Payne

Major in Honours English Literature, Minor in Russian Where did Colby work? Work Term 1: Summer Camp Instructor, Fraser River Discovery Centre Work Terms 2 & 3: Junior Analyst – Marketing and Communications, Global Affairs Canada What did Colby Accomplish? Fraser River Discovery Centre (FRDC) At the Fraser River Discovery Centre, Colby taught summer camps […]

Hannah Stuparyk

Hannah Stuparyk

Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) In a unique role as a book bike pilot for the Camrose Public Library, Hannah brings books and programming directly to the community. We asked Hannah to tell us more about her work and what it has meant to her. Q: What does a day look like in […]