Topics: Alumni Success
From refugee camp to UBC to an impressive career at Kiewit
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What got you interested in engineering?I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country that’s been embroiled in civil war for decades, and I grew up in a refugee camp in Swaziland. For some reason, even as a very small child, I was…
From Sri Lanka to Vancouver: UBC alum named to BC Business 30 Under 30 for healthcare innovation
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UBC Biomedical Engineering alum Madhini Vigneswaran was recently named to the 2025 BC Business 30 Under 30 list for her innovative work in biomedical engineering and her commitment to community.
From Sri Lanka to Vancouver: UBC alum named to BC Business 30 Under 30 for healthcare innovation
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UBC Biomedical Engineering alum Madhini Vigneswaran was recently named to the 2025 BC Business 30 Under 30 list for her innovative work in biomedical engineering and her commitment to community.
UBC Engineering alum and tech innovator Erik Lindholm receives honorary degree
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Lindholm's revolutionary work has led to the adoption of GPUs in machine learning and AI.
From capacitors to CEO: Read about Jonathan’s journey to launching his own company
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Jonathan, inspired by his multi-skilled father, pursued engineering for problem-solving and collaboration. He founded Extropic Energy, modernizing energy systems, merging technical expertise with business and policy for impactful solutions.
From Waste to Watts: Felicia Crozier Champions Biofuel Innovation
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Felicia Crozier, UBC Chemical and Biological Engineering alum, leads a 12-member team at Convertus Group’s Surrey biofuel facility, converting organic waste into renewable natural gas and compost through anaerobic digestion.
A Civil Engineer's Guide to Meaningful and Creative Work
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Making a sustainability impact through building envelope design. Story of Sameer as a Civil Engineer.
Building a Career Through Capstone Projects in Engineering
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Grace's learning in the capstone project took her to pursue a career in that field.
Engineering Connections: The Blend of Skills Behind a Rewarding Civil Engineering Career
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Peter's experience across the different co-op terms and the path of his engineering journey.
Integrated Engineering: Driving Innovation from Manufacturing to Advanced Robotics
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Brendan's experience across the different co-op terms and the path of his engineering journey.