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Sophie H. on the Okanagan campus

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Exploring cultural theory and social change

UBC Okanagan Arts student Sophie on the power of a Cultural Studies degree

“It is one thing to identify what is wrong with this world, but it’s another to see how people are managing to live and finding joy within it. Because this is where the changes are happening.” - Sophie H., Cultural Studies

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Choosing your future

On securing your first-choice school and embracing campus life.

Choosing your future

"Students should step into university open-minded and step outside of their comfort zone. That is when you start growing and opportunities start showing up." – Felipe Chueiri, 3rd year, Management

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Inventing your experience

From Google Science Fair winner to Tonight Show guest to UBC student.

Inventing your experience

"I have the space to learn about myself, and flexibility to explore my different interests." – Ann Makosinski, 1st year, Arts One

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The land of opportunity

Using research and academics as a gateway to getting involved on campus.

The land of opportunity

“Get involved as fast as you can. The memories you take from university come from who you met, what you did, and the shenanigans you got up to.” – Jeffrey Kerkovius, 5th year, Chemistry

UBC biology, Carolina Sanchez

Making the most of a degree

World travel, research, and volunteering at UBC.

Making the most of a degree

“I realized that the education we are getting at university goes way beyond what we learn in lectures.” – Carolina Sanchez, 3rd year, Biology (honours in Ecology)

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Céline's story

Venturing into the world has created opportunities for this student.

Céline's story

“On exchange, your boundaries become limitless and so does your personal growth.”

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Logan's story

What drives the success of a Rhodes Scholar and Major Entrance Scholarship recipient?

Logan's story

"UBC is a big enough environment so that starting or pursuing things means there’s always an ample market of thinkers and places to challenge."

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Milind's story

From undergrad to doctorate, Milind talks about his time at UBC.

Milind's story

"I have always considered the impact of any work that I pursue on people around me and my community. I choose to work on projects that are of direct benefit to them."

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Changing the narrative on drones

Students fly unmanned aircraft to protect people and the environment.

Changing the narrative on drones

Engineering, Forestry, Business, and Geography students collaborate to protect the environment and save lives.