Faculty Partners
The Faculty Steering Committee is comprised of advisors, associate deans and assistant deans from most undergraduate faculties. They have a direct hand in shaping the program and we would like to recognize them for their continued support.
Brent Skura – Faculty Steering Committee Co-Chair
Associate Dean – Land and Food Systems
Roxana Quinde
Coordinator Global Partnerships – Land and Food Systems
My name is Roxana Quinde, born and raised in Lima, Peru. I graduated with degrees in Animal Science from The National Agrarian University, La Molina, Peru and a M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from the University of British Columbia. My first International experience began when moving to Vancouver in the late 80s. As coordinator of Global Partnerships I have traveled to Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, United States and Venezuela. While on campus I have learned about differences in cultures as our office manages international, visiting and exchange students as well as linkages and consortiums from around the world..
Paul Harrison
Associate Dean – Science
In his research Dr. Harrison’s, the ecology of aquatic plants is the focus of his laboratory. For some years, his research has centered on marine vascular plants called seagrasses. Seagrasses provide many animals with their food, either directly (e.g., waterfowl that graze the leaves, underground parts, and seeds) or indirectly via food chains based on decaying seagrass parts (e.g., many commercially valuable invertebrates and fish). His interests include the process of leaf decay and the food chains associated with seagrass detritus, as well as the establishment and expansion of seagrass populations, and community interactions. While duties as Associate Dean fully occupy his work days and preclude an active research program at this time, Dr. Harrison is always glad to discuss research interests that fall within the areas outlined above.
Stacey Simpson
International Student Coordinator – Science
Hello! Welcome to UBC! I am very happy that you can join us for Jump Start this year. My role as the International Student Coordinator for the Faculty of Science is to be there for you when you need academic advice, or if necessary, point you towards the many resources available on campus. I have had the pleasure of working in international educational roles for 15 years! I have taught English in Japan and Colombia, and travelled to many parts of the globe. Before coming to UBC in 2007, I worked at the University of Victoria and the Vancouver Film School as an advisor to many international students. I look forward to getting to know you!
Janet Giltrow
Associate Dean – Arts
Janet Giltrow is Professor in the English Department at the University of British Columbia. She is editor of Academic Reading, 2nd ed, principal author of Introduction to Academic Writing, and author of Academic Writing: writing and reading in the disciplines, 3rd ed, as well as many articles and book chapters on literary and non-literary stylistics, ideologies of language, writing in the disciplines, and genre theory.
Sally Hermansen
Assistant Dean – Arts
Sally has made enormous contributions to the department of Geography since her appointment here in 2000. Her stellar teaching across a wide range of courses, her engagement with and mentoring of undergraduates, her diligent thoughtful and effective committee work, the links she has fostered with other departments and Faculties (History, Education and Forestry to name but three), and the important role she has played in outreach to broader constituencies such as local high schools and organizations have enhanced the department’s reputation within the university community.
Susanne Goodison
Associate Director – Arts Academic Advising
Susanne is Associate Director of Arts Academic Advising, and she has the pleasure of working with both International and Aboriginal students and advisors. This work has introduced her to some incredible people with many different learning styles, perspectives, and cultures, and she hopes that you take advantage of similar intercultural opportunities during your time here. Her BA and her MA are from UBC in English literature, and she’s been working here since 1998 in various roles involving recruitment, student development, and academic advising.
Robert Tudhope
International Advisor – Arts
Robert completed his BA degree in International Development at the University of Guelph in 1990, and went on to complete a certificate in Accounting from Vancouver Community College. He worked overseas for 6 years on development projects in Egypt, India and Sri Lanka before returning to Canada to work as a Career Counsellor with students and unemployed youth.
Robert started his career with UBC in 2000 as a Career Educator working with undergraduate students and later worked as a Financial Aid Advisor. He is currently an International Academic Advisor in the Faculty of Arts.
Caroline Guay
International Advisor – Arts
Caroline is originally from Montreal, Quebec, but has been living in Vancouver for the past 6 years. After completing her BA in Communications at Concordia University and working in television for 2 years, she left Canada to live in Costa Rica and teach English as a Second Language at the Universidad Interamericana. This experience led her to a Masters in Second Language Education at McGill University, after which she became the Director of the Berlitz Language Centre in Vancouver. Since starting at UBC, she has worked as an International Student Advisor at I. House, a Student Recruiter in the Welcome Centre, and now as an International Student Recruiter and Academic Advisor in Arts. She really enjoys working with students from around the world, and welcomes the opportunity to chat with students in French, Spanish or English.
Bruce Dunwoody
Associate Dean of Engineering Programs – Applied Science
Ana Chicoine
Recruitment and International Student Advisor – Applied Science
Hello! Bienvenue à l’Université de la Colombie-Britannique! Welcome to the best place on earth to chase your dreams, explore the unimaginable and collectively succeed! As your international advisor, I will do everything in my power to provide high-quality guidance and academic support so that you make the most of your University experience and graduate as an enriched individual and global leader. My educational and professional international experience started 15 years ago when I got involved in educational project with UNICEF in Macedonia, my place of birth. It continued through my graduate studies in the United States. And to spice it all up, I fell in love with a French Canadian and immigrated to Quebec. After 7 years of academic advising at McGill University in Montreal, I moved to Vancouver and continued my passion for working with diverse international student population in UBC Engineering. I look forward to meeting you very soon!
Bhavani Veylan
Recruitment Officer, ISI Coordinator – Applied Science
Pamela Lim
Associate Dean and Director, Undergraduate Program – Commerce
Wally Mitchell
International Student Coordinator – Commerce
As one of the International Student Coordinators for the BCom program, it is my responsibility to ensure that our international students receive the support that they need during their time here at Sauder. As well as advising I also take part in recruitment and planning initiatives for the Undergraduate Program Office. Being part of the advising team I am available to help BCom students with any academic issues or difficulties you may experience throughout the year. If you are near the UGO please drop by and say hello. Welcome to Sauder and see you around on the UBC campus.
Jamie Tooze
International Student Coordinator – Commerce
As one of two International Student Coordinators for the BCom program, my job centers around helping international BComs have the best Sauder experience possible. Most of my duties fall under program planning and development, student services and new student recruitment. I am part of a dedicated team of seven BCom advisors so come in and visit us in the UGO. If you have a suggestion for an improvement or a new internationally related event or program that you want to see become part of your Sauder experience, stop by and let me know. I look forward to meeting you!
Ruth Kwok
Student Development Advisor, Undergraduate Program – Commerce
Welcome to UBC! As the Student Development Officer in the Sauder School of Business, my priority is supporting the BCom students and clubs in the enhancement of the Sauder and UBC experience. Whether this is through the creation of new and exciting co-curricular programs for you, or support existing ones, my role is to ensure that the BCom experience is engaging and memorable. I am also an academic advisor in the Undergraduate Office to answer any questions you may have about the program. I look forward to meeting you in the upcoming year!
Kate Tong
Student Ambassador – Commerce
Kate has just finished her second year at Sauder and can’t wait to enter third year! She is currently working at the Sauder Undergraduate Office as the Lead Commerce Ambassador under the Commerce Ambassadors Program. The program entails assisting students in the transition to UBC and Sauder. Through personal phone calls, emails, newsletters and social networking sites, Kate and the other Commerce Ambassadors hope to help students get a clearer picture of UBC and Sauder even before they set foot on campus. In the past, Kate was involved in UBC Imagine Orientation as a Second Year Leader and has always loved her role as a guidance and mentor to incoming students. In addition to JumpStart (which she is very excited about), she will also be helping out with the GALA Orientation this yea. Kate loves Sauder, UBC and Vancouver so if you have any questions about anything or just want to say hi, don’t hesitate to do so – she can’t wait to meet all of you!
Peter Marshall
Associate Dean – Forestry
Chiara Longhi
International Recruitment Officer – Dean’s Office – Forestry
Chiara Longhi coordinates the international program for the Faculty of Forestry. Her role is to recruit new students from outside of Canada and provide support to prospective, incoming, and current students.
Chiara will be able to answer your questions regarding the UBC experience, the application process, financial aid, what it’s like to live in Vancouver, and many other topics. Her role is also to advise all exchange students; whether you are a UBC student traveling abroad or an international student coming to UBC. If you need information on how to incorporate an exchange opportunity into your academic program or how to apply for an exchange program, contact Chiara.
Chiara also manages admission into the International Specialization Options for the B.S.F (Forest Resources Management) program and the B.Sc. (Forestry) Forest Science program.
