Alumni on Success

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Toni Tang

If you never try, you'll never know what you are capable of.

Ali Khajezade

Don't be shy. Try to communicate with others and expand your network. As graduate student you are in the learning process, so do not be afraid to ask for help. Also, it is ok to fail, but it is not ok to give up on your dreams.

Asmita Chakraborty

My best piece of advice for prospective and current graduate students is to actively build your professional network by reaching out to industry professionals and researchers. Establishing connections can provide valuable insights and open doors to opportunities.…

Amin Imani

My best advice for current graduate students is to actively expand their professional network through collaborations with other universities and industry partners. Building strong connections early on can open doors to future opportunities and provide valuable insights…

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Ajanthia Gunaratnam

My best advice for current graduate students is to focus on "working hard" in a way that’s efficient and meaningful, ensuring real benefits come from your efforts. It’s not just about the time you put in but about working smartly—prioritizing tasks, finding effective…

Yuchang Xiao

My best advice for current graduate students is to focus on developing a balance between technical skills and practical experience while honing your time management and problem-solving abilities. Take every opportunity to work on real-world projects and collaborate with…

Sheida Nikkhah

Stay curious, build a strong network and embrace challenges — they’re all stepping stones to growth and opportunity.

Daman Saini

You can be anything you want to be, as long as you are passionate about it. The world is your oyster. But is important that you stayed focused and believe in yourself.

Craig Bateman

"Write early, and write often; and welcome invitations to write." The other thing I would advise is to "keep going." What I mean by that is that life might throw you curve balls occasionally, or you may be forced to deal with a personal challenge or crisis of some kind, but…

Erin Ryan

Find something that interests you and keep following it. Whether you're following it through research or in non-academic professional settings, let your passion drive you. And be kind to yourself. You are enough. You are smart enough, you are skilled enough.

Melina Albanese

Choose something you are passionate about and get your foot in the door. If possible, volunteer or find a paid position in your area of interest as early as possible to gain experience and determine if you like the job.

Kwaku Darko-Mensah Jnr.

I advise graduate students to balance personal career goals and serve their communities and the world. I also encourage students to pay attention to the world around them. Be an active listener and be willing to adapt.

Oluwaseun Ajaja

To prepare for their future careers, graduate students need to keep an open mind, actively seek growth opportunities, engage in lifelong learning, build relationships, access mentorship, foster collaboration, and gain insights into the job market. To remain adaptable and…

Mariam Omotosho

Maximize the wealth of resources available at the UBC graduate school, explore, and take a chance on yourself!