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  • Jacky Takeuchi
    UBCO
    May 13, 2024 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Jacky Takeuchi

    As a research technician in UBC Okanagan's Faculty of Applied Science, Jacky gets excited by the opportunity to work with a dynamic group of researchers from all over the world.

  • Mehran Jamshidi
    UBCV
    April 29, 2024 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Mehran Jamshidi

    As a UBC Sauder School of Business lecturer, Mehran empowers students to better manage IT projects. Outside of work, he dedicates his time to reducing the risks associated with feelings of exclusion and discrimination among skilled immigrants.

  • Violet Addams
    UBCV
    April 15, 2024 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Violet Addams

    Violet works within the Human Resources team in the Faculty of Arts at UBC Vancouver. They believe that the greatest question ever asked is “Can I help?” because it is a gift of connection and caring.

  • Kristine Wong
    UBCV
    March 25, 2024 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Kristine Wong

    Kristine is a registered veterinary technician at UBC Vancouver. Find out what she believes is the best part of her work, and what makes her experience truly exceptional.

  • David Boyd
    UBCV
    February 20, 2024 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: David Boyd

    David is an associate professor within the Institute for Resources, Environment and Sustainability. He invites you to imagine a world in which everyone is kind towards everyone else, including our non-human living relations.

  • Mina Kolahdouz
    Other UBC Sites
    December 11, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Mina Kolahdouz

    Mina works as a research technician in the Department of Surgery at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. As we journey into the new year, find out why she strives to savour the present moment.

  • Michelle Tan
    UBCV
    November 14, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Michelle Tan

    Michelle is involved with United Way as chair of the Executive Committee, in addition to her role with UBC Research and Innovation. Find out why she volunteers for this great cause, which helps support our local communities.

  • Kali Dumbrell
    UBCV
    October 3, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Kali Dumbrell

    Kali helps students along their academic journey as part of her work on the Engineering Academic Services team at UBC Vancouver. Find out what she loves about her job and how she utilizes campus parks and facilities to ensure a healthy work/life balance.

  • Conor English
    UBCO
    August 8, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Conor English

    Conor supports researchers in accessing IT resources at UBC Okanagan. Find out why he believes his favourite quote is equally good advice for work and life.

  • Melissa Carr
    UBCV & UBCO
    July 17, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Melissa Carr

    Melissa helps the UBC community understand the changes to our new student information system, Workday Student. Find out what she appreciates in her colleagues as they implement this complex organizational change.

  • Jorden Harvey
    UBCO
    July 4, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Jorden Harvey

    As a support analyst for the Department of Research Computing at UBC Okanagan, Jorden delights in getting a sneak peek at some of the innovative and incredible research across the university.

  • Scott Roy Douglas
    UBCO
    June 5, 2023 | 30-second bio | Faculty & Staff

    30-second bio: Scott Roy Douglas

    Scott, a director of the ‘English as an Additional Language’ programs within the Okanagan School of Education, helps newcomers and international students learn English. Find out what language he is currently learning and how it shapes his teaching approach.

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