Centering Community Voices in Impact and Engagement
Centering Community Voices in Impact and Engagement About NameTitleCompanyFirst Nations Fisheries Council of BCGrad yearProgram Following graduation from the UBC Bachelor of Science in Food and Resource Economics program in 2023, Etana Tam transitioned into a position with the First Nations Fisheries Council of BC. During her time in LFS, Etana explored a wide range […]
Working Toward Ecosocial Justice Through Youth Education
Working Toward Ecosocial Justice Through Youth Education About NameTitleCompanyBe The Change Earth AllianceGrad yearProgram Vanessa Leibel is rooted in her passion for eco-social justice and community education. After graduating in 2025, she moved into a Program Coordinator role at Be The Change Earth Alliance, where she now helps shape climate justice learning experiences for youth […]
Landing a Spot in Veterinary School
Landing a Spot in Veterinary School About NameTitleLocationWestern College of Veterinary MedicineGrad yearProgramMajor Lucy Macdonell completed an Honours BSc in Applied Animal Biology at theFaculty of Land and Food Systems in 2024. This year she began her Doctor ofVeterinary Medicine (DVM) at the Western college of Veterinary Medicine inSaskatoon. While at UBC, Lucy has been […]
Transferring into LFS: A Dietitian’s Story
Eleah is an award winning individual who transferred to the Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS) where she found a strong sense of belonging and community. She values what she got out of LFS as it gave her the opportunity to explore her passion in human nutrition. Through the Dietetics Program in UBC, Eleah was able to explore her passion for human nutrition while gaining the skills and experiences that continue to shape her professional growth and success today. Her story highlights the power of mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the courage to pursue what truly inspires you.
Alumni Spotlight: Melanie Lantz
Melanie Lantz joins a dynamic group of alumni who provide advice and counsel to the alumni UBC Board and the Associate Vice-President/Executive Director, alumni UBC.
Building a Career in Research and Data Science
Alumni Profile: Ebod Shojaei About NameTitleCompanyExploring new opportunitiesGrad yearProgramMajor Ebod Shojaei graduated from the Faculty of Land and Food Systems with a BSc in Applied Biology. After graduating, he worked as a research assistant and most recently held the role of Associate Research Scientist at Evidinno Outcomes Research Inc. He is currently looking for opportunities […]
Creating Impact Through Dietetics
Nicole Fetterly, a graduate of the UBC Dietetics program, has pursued a career path that highlights the diverse opportunities available in the field of nutrition. She started as a dietitian working in surgery and acute care and further explored other opportunities still related to nutrition She was able to learn more about the production of local BC products, developed menus to improve access of healthy food, taught nutrition to different audiences in different scales, and even develop resources such as a guidebook and even writing her own book!
This allowed Nikki to use what she learned from the Dietetics program while also doing what she is passionate about. As she gained numerous valuable insights form the various experiences she partook in, she was also able to gain awards from her dedication to her craft.
Crafting a Career with Purpose: Pathway from LFS to Environmental Innovation
Crafting a Career with Purpose: Pathway from LFS to Environmental Innovation About NameTitleCompanyWWF – InternationalGrad yearProgramMajor Maggie is an award-winning alum of the Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS). She shared her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges, from her time as an LFS student to building her current career. She reflected on how the […]
Navigating a Career in Agriculture
Clayton offers valuable advice to high school students considering Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS) and also to those currently in the program. He also reflects on his career journey, from starting at BC Ministry of Agriculture to eventually running his own company!
In addition, Clayton explored what’s challenging about his current role as a consultant in his own company but also shared how he manages these challenges.
LFS – Where I Connected my Passion for Food Systems and Research
Parisa’s love for food drove her decision to join the Faculty of Land and Food Systems (LFS). As she explored the various programs within LFS, she discovered the Global Resources System (GRS) Program which perfectly aligned with her interests in global food and health systems.
As Parisa reflected on her time in LFS, she shared how it shaped her decision to pursue a career in research post-graduation. She also provided tips and tricks on how to maximize your university experience, emphasizing the importance of networking and utilizing the resources.