"UBC SoN has taught me to see the "bigger picture" in terms of medicine, health & wellbeing. Although it did not appear applicable during my time as a student, many of the theories and principles came alive after graduation, especially now during my short term medical volunteer work with the rural and impoverished populations in Kenya."

Kelvin Bei, BSN ‘08

"The UBC SoN provided me with a solid foundation in the culture of nursing. These are skills that I carry with me to every facet of my life, because relating to other humans is central to the everyday. Both our careers as health care professionals and our personal lives are made better when we relate to others effectively. Relating effectively is what best helps our patients."

Aaron Kimberly, BSN ‘08
Staff nurse, Acute Psychiatric and Assessment Unit, St. Paul's Hospital

"The UBC School of Nursing gave me a broad look at different types of nursing across many specialties. After every semester I changed my mind about where I wanted to work when I finished! After graduation I was able to get a great job in the field of my choice, and I felt well prepared for my transition to the work force."

Kate O’Connor, BSN ‘08
Public Health Nurse

"My experiences in the nursing program at UBC helped to show me the wide variety of rewarding career paths on which nursing can take me. During the program I met friends who became an incredible support system as I learned about nursing and will remain my best friends for years to come."

Alyssa Shook, BSN ‘08
Cardiac Nurse, St. Paul's Hospital