As a student at the University of British Columbia, I was fortunate to have access to various support services. Living on campus, particularly in the first year, is something I’d highly recommend. My Residence Advisor was incredibly supportive. She was always available to answer my questions about academics, social life, and adapting to life in…
The beauty of building a support network as an international student lies in its unexpected sources. Unlike math, which follows a single formula, support can take various forms. Imagine bonding over coffee with someone twice your age or from a country oceans away from your homeland. The exposure to people with vastly different backgrounds is…
When I first landed in Canada in 2017, coming straight from high school in India, I had limited work experience, and many employers preferred permanent residents and citizens. This was very demotivating and made me feel at a disadvantage from my peers. I decided to visit the Career Centre at the University of British Columbia.…