Graduate dietetics students developing research skills
UBC Master of Nutrition and Dietetics students are playing a key role in a newly funded research project with BC Cancer.
Three Students Win Leadership Awards
The LFS Undergraduate Society (LFS|US) recognizes three students with 2025 Leadership Awards for their outstanding contributions to the Faculty and university.
Maria Serban
Maria Serban About NameMaria SerbanGrad year2025ProgramBachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition and HealthMajorDietetics June 25, 2025 – Maria Serban feels fortunate to have made a positive impact on other students, instructors and community members throughout her time in LFS. A strong advocate for nutrition and health, Serban became involved in the Nutrikids club and progressed […]
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.
Celebrating the First Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics Graduating Class
Celebrating the First Master of Nutrition and Dietetics Graduating Class The Master of Nutrition and Dietetics combines clinical practice and academic research to foster graduates who can impact provincial policy and patient care. In a post-pandemic world, the demand for all healthcare workers is far outpacing B.C.’s supply. Registered Dietitians (RD) have a specific shortage […]
Celebrating the Class of 2024!
To celebrate this year’s graduating class, we spoke to a few of our outstanding students. We look forward to keeping up with these students and all they accomplish – this is only the beginning of their next adventure!
Class of 2024: Abeera Irfan
Class of 2024: Abeera Irfan Abeera Irfan (she/her/hers)Program: BSc in Food, Nutrition and HealthMajor: Dietetics How did you hear about LFS at UBC? LFS Academic Services actually came to my highschool, Seaquam Secondary, to present about the faculty! I am so grateful because that was my first introduction to LFS, and I remember feeling like […]
Working in a Hospital Setting as a Clinical Dietitian
Following graduation from the UBC Dietetics program in June 2023, Valerie Leung swiftly transitioned into the role of Clinical Dietitian at both Vancouver General Hospital and BC Children’s Hospital. From serving as the first-year representative to the Vice President Internal in the LFS Undergraduate Society (LFS|US), Valerie took particular advantage of early career leadership opportunities at LFS.
2024 LFS Undergraduate Student Leadership Award Winner: Kelly Chia
Kelly Chia is motivated to make change and ensure the LFS|US has systems in place to support students in the long-term.
2024 LFS Undergraduate Student Leadership Award Winner: Jasmine Zhao
Jasmine Zhao enjoys meeting new-to-UBC students and ensuring they have a good experience when they start university.