Table
of
Contents
Chancellor’s Message
1
President’s Message
2
Welcome from Syilx
3
UBC Board of Governors 4
UBC Okanagan Senate
5
UBC Traditions
UBC’s Important Historical Moments
10:00 a.m.Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences)
M.A., B.A.
Creative and Critical Studies
6
M.A., M.F.A., B.A., B.F.A.
8
Honorary Degree Recipient: Lisa Steele and Kim Tomczak
The Procession and Programme of Ceremony
Graduating Students
Acknowledgements
10
Sustainability Pledge
10
UBC Grads
11
Significant Accomplishments 12
& Contributions
Awards
F r i d ay , J u n e 5 , 2 0 0 9
13
1:00 p.m.
Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences)
Ph.D., M.Sc., B.Sc.
Health and Social Development
M.S.N., M.S.W., B.S.N., B.S.W.
The Procession and Programme of Ceremony
Graduating Students
3:30 p.m.
Education
M.A., M.Ed., B.Ed. (Elementary Program), B.Ed. (Secondary Program)
All Ceremonies to take place in the
School of Engineering
Gymnasium of the Recreation Facility.
M.A.Sc.
Faculty of Management
B.Mgt.
Honorary Degree Recipient: J. Peter Meekison
The Procession and Programme of Ceremony
Graduating Students
A General Reception will follow each
ceremony in the Courtyard.
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Message
from the
Chancellor
My congratulations to all the members of this year’s
easy job—one must earn one’s salary in any position—but at
graduating class! You have achieved an important milestone
the same time, your degree from one of the country’s best
in your journey towards your chosen career, and justified the
universities will open doors and create opportunities for you to
confidence of family, friends, and teachers in your ability to
advance in your chosen field.
succeed.
So regardless of the opportunities and challenges that lie
From my own experience, I know that success is sometimes
ahead, don’t allow yourself to settle for something less
accompanied by uncertainty about the true nature of one’s
than the goals you have set for yourself. Remember that
abilities or the value of one’s accomplishments. Yes, the new
in your time at UBC Okanagan you have acquired skills and
graduate may be tempted to say, I have passed all my courses,
knowledge that give you real advantages. Be confident in
and yes, I have a degree—but do I really have what it takes
your own abilities. Keep working towards your objectives, and
to succeed in my chosen profession, especially when there are
remember the words of Henry David Thoreau: “Success usually
thousands of others with similar qualifications who may be
comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.”
competing with me for the same jobs?
Sarah Morgan-Silvester
Such doubts are perfectly understandable, especially at a
Chancellor
time of recession and widespread economic uncertainty. Yet
I would encourage you all to be optimistic about your future.
You do have what it takes to succeed. Your education at
UBC Okanagan has given you a priceless advantage by giving
you the skills and knowledge that will single you out and lift
you above the crowd. You have developed the critical and
analytical abilities needed to think strategically, to look at the
world in new and original ways, and to find solutions where
others see only problems.
Statistics show that post-secondary education is a key factor in
personal and career advancement, even at times of economic
difficulty. On the material level, it has been calculated that
the possession of a degree brings university graduates much
greater lifetime earnings than their counterparts who did
not pursue higher education. A degree is not a ticket to an
Convocation 2009 | 1
Message
from the
President
A threshold is a piece of wood or stone placed at the base of
And I expect this experience has changed you. I hope so.
a doorway. The act of stepping over it signals that you have
Whether you knew it or not on that threshold day in your
left one place in time and space and entered another. The
past, you came here to change—your self and your future and
word “threshold” also refers to the starting point for a new
all its possibilities. So now you number among the more than
experience or way of being, a boundary beyond which exists a
250,000 artists, educators and entrepreneurs, parliamentarians
radically different state of affairs. For the graduating students
and opera singers, architects, doctors and journalists who call
of UBC Okanagan, today is a threshold day. You may wonder if
UBC their alma mater. You have acquired critical tools and
you are ready. It is my privilege to remind you that you are.
professional skills, the ability to develop and communicate your
ideas and an understanding of other communities and cultures
If you look behind you – not in distance but in time – you
that will enable you to do even more of what others consider
will see another day like this one in your past: the day you
impossible: to seek solutions, to lead the way, to change
arrived. The day you chose this place, and this path, a rite of
the future.
passage that few undertake. You are here today, possessed
of knowledge and skills—and new aspects of your very
I hope you will look on your time here with pleasure, and that
self—that only that particular passage can confer. Today’s
you will make UBC a part of your future in some small way.
ceremony marks the end of a long and rigorous preparation,
You will always be welcome here, and we look forward to
and the beginning of all that you have prepared for: service,
hearing about your personal and professional achievements as
contribution, responsibility, discovery, dreams made real.
you build on the foundation provided by your UBC degree.
Eleanor Roosevelt said, “You must do the thing you think you
Before you cross this threshold today, I would ask you to
cannot do.” Alice in Wonderland’s Queen in fact recommended
remember for a moment the person you were when you
six impossible things before breakfast. You know now that
first arrived, and say thank you. You said yes then to a future
you can do impossible things, because you have done them.
you could hardly imagine, and today you have arrived at its
And every one has taken you across a threshold from “I wish”
beginning. Let me thank you, too: for your contribution to
to “I can:” rising at dawn to make your way to the field for
UBC, and for all the contributions you will make beyond these
practice; teaching your first class; speaking your first words in
doors as a result of your time here.
a new language, or your ancestral one; seeing the meeting
place between economics and ecology; finding a lifelong friend
To the graduating class of 2009, my thanks, and my
in a packed lecture hall; writing three exams in a day; singing
warmest congratulations!
an aria; trading social time for the study hall again and again.
Discovering the world in a single particle. Discovering parts
of yourself you didn’t know were there until you were called
Stephen J. Toope
upon to read, to speak, to speak out, to serve … to change.
President and Vice-Chancellor
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Syilx Welcome
Elders, Chiefs, Board of Governors, dignitaries, UBC Okanagan
their land, their teaching, and their culture with others and
faculty, staff, family, friends, visitors, students and graduates,
now as graduates, you too will have this opportunity to
on behalf of the Okanagan Nation Chiefs and our member
share your education with the community. Your educational
communities we welcome you to our beautiful territory and to
attainment will serve you well, especially if you use it to
the UBC Okanagan Spring Convocation 2009. We are pleased
serve your communities! The Okanagan Nation Alliance and
to be provided this opportunity to extend our congratulations
UBC Okanagan have forged a new path of partnership and
to all the new graduates of UBC Okanagan. We are honoured
inclusion so that we can all learn to embrace, strengthen and
to be part of your Convocation. Ceremony and recognition of
celebrate our diversity. The pursuit of academic excellence will
achievement, and the meaning inherent in special events like
continue to advance and transform our societies. Okanagan
this one, have always been an integral part of syilx culture,
participation in today’s convocation ceremony and within this
beliefs and customs. Learning has always been fundamental
University bodes well for our future and our communities.
to the well-being and survival of our communities. Okanagan
people valued life-long learning. Education and academic
lim limpt
excellence are also a part of syilx culture. The honouring of
one’s intellect and knowledge has always been important.
Okanagan Nation Chiefs
The Okanagan traditions and ceremonies awarded
achievement no matter how big or small. Announcements
were made to the Nation that “this is a day of significance
to this person, (family and/or community) and you are all
welcome to share in this celebration.” The Okanagan shared
Convocation 2009 | 3
UB C B o a r d
of
Governors
UBC’s 21-member Board of Governors comprises the chancellor, the president, eleven persons appointed by the lieutenant-governor, three faculty
members elected by faculty, three full-time students elected by students and two people elected by and from the full-time employees of the university
who are not faculty members.
By legislation, the board is responsible for the management, administration and control of the property, revenue, business and affairs of the university
including the appointment of senior officials and faculty on the recommendation of the president. The governors represent diverse backgrounds, which
provide valuable input during board deliberations.
Ex-Officio:
Chancellor
Sarah Morgan-Silvester, B.Com. (Br.Col.)
President Stephen J. Toope, A.B., B.C.L./LL.B., Ph.D.
Elected by Faculty:
Andrew D. Irvine, B.A. (Hon.), M.A., Ph.D.
Nassif Ghoussoub, Lic. Math., Doc. D’etat, F.R.S.C.
H.B. McCullough, B.A. (Hon.), M.T.S., B.Litt., Ph.D.
Appointed by the Lieutenant-Governor in Council:
Brad Bennett (Chair)
Theresa M. Arsenault, B.A., LL.B. (Br.Col.)
James Eccott, B.Com.
Arun Garg, Ph.D., M.D., F.R.C.P.C.
Barry Lapointe
Janet Pau, Ph.D.
Susan Yurkovich, B.A., M.B.A.
Ross. S. Smith, F.C.A.
Robert Fung, B.A.
Bill Levine, B.A., M.B.A.
Elected by Students:
Bijan Ahmadian, B.A.Sc. (Br.Col.)
Michael Duncan
Alexandra Caldwell
Elected by and from full-time employees of the
University who are not members of the faculty:
Bonnie Bates Gibbs, M.B.A.
Anne-Marie Fenger, B.A (Br.Col.), M.B.A
* (Br. Col.) indicates a UBC degree
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UB C O k a n a g a n S e n a t e 2 0 0 8 / 2 0 0 9
Ex-Officio
Elected by a Joint Meeting of the Faculties
The Chancellor: Sarah Morgan-Silvester, B.Com. (Br.Col.)
P. Arthur, B.Ed., M.Ed., Ph.D. (Br.Col.)
The President: Stephen J. Toope, A.B., B.C.L./LL.B., Ph.D.
J. Castricano, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (Br.Col.)
Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Doug Owram, B.A., M.A., Ph.D., F.R.S.C.
J. Cioe, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Provost: Dr. Alaa Abd-El-Aziz, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
F. de Scally, B.A., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Associate Vice-President, Enrolment Services and Registrar: Brian J. Silzer, B.Sc.,
M. Duran-Cogan, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
B.Ed., M.Ed.
J. Gustar, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Associate Vice-President, Learning Services: Gwen Zilm, B.A. (Br.Col.), M.L.S.
C. Hodge, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Chief Librarian: Melody Burton, B.A. (Hon.), M.L.S.
J. Johnson, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
D. Keyes, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
The Deans
H. Najjaran, B.A.Sc., M.A.Sc., Ph.D., P.Eng.
Dean of Applied Science: Tyseer Aboulnasr, B.Eng., M.Sc., Ph.D., P.Eng.
B. Nilson, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Acting Dean of Arts and Sciences: Cynthia Mathieson, B.A., M.A., B.A. (Hon.),
B. O’Connor, H.B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
M.Sc. & Ph.D.
L. Patterson, B.A., M.A.
Dean of the College of Graduate Studies: Marvin Krank, B.A., Ph.D.
S. Yannacopoulos, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., P.Eng.
Dean of Creative and Critical Studies: Robert Belton, B.F.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Dean of Education: Robert Campbell, B.A., B.Ed., M.A., Ph.D.
Representatives of the Student Body
Acting Dean of Health and Social Development: Kathy Rush, R.N., B.N., M.Sc., Ph.D.
J. Walker, Graduate Students
Dean of Management: Ian Stuart, B.Sc., M.B.A., Ph.D.
R. L’Orsa, Faculty of Applied Science
M. Koovisk, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Elected by the Faculties
C. Kuhn, Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Applied Science
P. Emerson, Faculty of Education
J. Cheng, B.Eng., M.Sc.Eng., Ph.D.
S. Bertrand, Faculty of Health and Social
G. R. Lovegrove, B.A.Sc., M.Eng. (Br.Col.), M.B.A., Ph.D. (Br.Col.), P.Eng.
Arts and Sciences
R. Lalonde, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
M. Rheault, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Development
M. Dobson, Faculty of Management
Elected by the Students at-large
R. Chavarie, Faculty of Management
C. Cody, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
C. Devenish, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Creative and Critical Studies
N. Cadger, B.A., M.F.A. (Br.Col.)
B. Schulz-Cruz, B.A., M.A., Ph.D. (Br.Col.)
G. Lepp, Faculty of Management
T. Palynchuk, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
S. Syal, Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Elected by Convocation
Education
G. August, B.Com. 1971 (Br.Col.)
S. McCoubrey, B.Ed., M.Ed., Ph.D. (Br.Col.)
L. Driscoll, B.A. 1997 (Br.Col.)
C. Scarff, B.Sc., B.Ed., M.Ed., Ph.D.
Health and Social Development
C. P. Robinson, R.N., B.S.N., M.S.N. (Br.Col.), Ph.D.
C. Mitton, B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Management
A. Joy, B.A., M.A., M.A. (Br.Col.), M.B.A., Ph.D. (Br.Col.)
G. Pandher, B.Sc. (Br.Col.), M.A., Ph.D.
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UB C T r a d i t i o n s
Academic Regalia
C o n g r e g at i o n
The wearing of academic costume is a tradition that has
People often ask why UBC calls its graduation ceremonies
persisted from the Middle Ages, when the first Universities
“Congregation.” There are no records to say why this term was
were founded. The regalia vary slightly from one University
originally adopted but it has been used by UBC since its first
to another, and within a University, according to the status
graduation ceremonies in 1916 and is believed to originate from
of the wearer. At the University of British Columbia, the
its use in English institutions such as Oxford and Cambridge.
undergraduate’s and Master’s gowns are black.
According to Wikipedia, “a congregation is an assembly of
or
C o n v o c at i o n ?
people for a given purpose; with respect to a university, it is a
The colours for the degrees being granted in 2009 at UBC
formal meeting of senior members of the University. Examples
Okanagan are as follows:
include the Regent House in the University of Cambridge
and the House of Congregation and the Ancient House of
Ph.D.- Gown- Maroon with front panel and sleeves of University
Congregation in the University of Oxford. Stemming from this
blue with gold piping; Hood- Blue silk outside with gold lining;
tradition, in some universities a graduation ceremony is known
Hat- Decanel bonnet of maroon silk with gold cord and tassel.
as a congregation, even if the ceremony is not a meeting of the
university’s governing body in the traditional sense.”
B.A.
– University blue
B.Ed.
– White with University blue cord
B.F.A.
– University blue with magenta cord
B.Mgt
– Light grey with a black and gold cord
B.S.N.
– Scarlet with University blue and white twisted cord
B.S.W. – Magenta
B.Sc.
– Light blue
M.A.
– Fully lined University blue
M.A.Sc. – Fully lined scarlet
M.Ed.
– Fully lined white with University blue cord
M.F.A. – Fully lined University blue with magenta cord
M.S.N. – Fully lined scarlet with blue and white cord
M.S.W. – Fully lined magenta
M.Sc.
– Fully lined light blue
For whatever reason, UBC adopted this term for its graduation
ceremonies in 1916 and has used it ever since when inviting
faculty, students and guests to the Annual and more recently the
Spring and Fall graduation ceremonies. UBC is unique amongst
Canadian institutions in that it appears to be the only institution
that still uses this term.
The term ‘Convocation’ at UBC is more often used to describe
a group of people – defined by the University Act – including
the Chancellor, President, members of the Senate, all faculty
members and all graduates of the University. The Convocation,
through the Chancellor who serves as its chair, confers degrees,
including honorary degrees, and awards diplomas and
certificates of proficiency.
The Bachelor’s hood is edged with the distinctive colour. The
In Fall 2007, UBC Vancouver Senate reconfirmed its preference
Master’s hood is the same as the Bachelor’s, except that it is
to maintain the tradition of using the term ‘Congregation’ for
lined with the distinctive colour.
its graduation ceremonies. In Spring 2008, the UBC Okanagan
Senate passed a motion that “Convocation be adopted as
The regalia of the Ph.D. consists of a gown, Cambridge style, of
the name for meetings of the UBC convocation held at UBC
maroon silk with front-facing panel and sleeves of University
Okanagan for the purposes of conferring degrees, effective
blue with gold piping; a hood, Cambridge pattern, of blue silk
June 2008.”
outside and gold lining; a cap, decanal bonnet, of maroon silk
with gold cord and tassel.
Did you know…?
• UBC’s first Congregation ceremony took place on May 4, 1916
The hood for the honorary degree LL.D. is of scarlet broadcloth
in the Hotel Vancouver ballroom. There were 41 graduates.
lined in dark blue velvet; for the D.Sc., it is lined in dark purple
• UBC’s first graduate degrees were conferred in 1919.
and for the D.Litt., it is lined in cream.
• The first Congregation ceremony on the Point Grey campus
More information on degrees granted in Vancouver can be
• The first graduation ceremony was held at UBC Okanagan on
was held in 1927.
found at www.graduation.ubc.ca.
June 9, 2006.
• The first graduate degrees were conferred at UBC Okanagan
on June 6, 2008.
6 | Convocation 2009
The University Mace
O Canada
The University Mace is a symbol of the authority of the UBC
O Canada! Our home and native land,
Chancellor. It is displayed on ceremonial occasions, most
notably during the Convocation ceremonies but also during the
Installation of a President or Chancellor.
True patriot love in all thy sons command.
With glowing hearts we see thee rise,
The true north strong and free!
The Mace is carried by the ‘Macebearer’ who leads the Platform
Party, which includes the Chancellor, the President and other
From far and wide, O Canada,
dignitaries, onto the stage for the Convocation ceremonies.
We stand on guard for thee.
This year, for the first time, UBC Okanagan is displaying its own
God keep our land glorious and free!
TheSheldon
Okanagan
University Mace, created by First Nations artist
Louis Song
of
the Okanagan Indian Band.
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee,
The Okanagan Song is based on a traditional song style called skəlmxquin.
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
Skəlmxqin songs belong to the Okanagan/Syilx people collectively. Songs of this
Carved from a single piece of alder wood, the University Mace
style can be sung by any Okanagan/Syilx person using their own phrasing and The Okanagan Song
combines Okanagan Nation traditions with university customs.
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kʷu that
swi
wiwe
numtax
Aɬi
kʷu
suknaqinx
Aɬi
swi
wi are
numtax
(given
that
we
good-looking/vibrant/strong)
Aɬikʷu
kʷu
suknaqinx
(due
to
being
Okanagan)
Aɬi kʷu
suknaqinx
(given
that
we
are
good-looking/vibrant/strong)
(due
to
being
Okanagan)
(due to being Okanagan)
being Okanagan)
Aɬi(due
kʷutosuknaqinx
Aɬikʷu
axaʔ
iʔ tmxʷulaʔxʷ
(due
being
Okanagan)
Aɬi
suknaqinx
Aɬi to
axaʔ
iʔ tmxʷulaʔxʷ
(because
of
land)
(because
ofthis
this
land)
Aɬi axaʔ
iʔ
tmxʷulaʔxʷ
(due
to
being
Okanagan)
(because of this
land)
(because
of
this
land)
Aɬi axaʔ iʔ tmxʷulaʔxʷ
Literation/meaning
Aɬi axaʔ of
iʔ this
tmxʷulaʔxʷ
(because
land)
We
are beautiful
Literation/meaning
Indian Band.
(because
of
this
land)
Because our land is beautiful
Literation/meaning
Because
we are Okanagan
Literation/meaning
Because
land is beautiful
We are our
beautiful
Literation/meaning
We are beautiful
Because
we are Okanagan
We are beautiful
The Chancellor’s Okanagan Chair
Literation/meaning
BecauseEdwards,
we areJeannette
Okanagan
Herman
Armstrong and
Because
our
landOkanagan
is beautiful
we are
We
are
beautiful
Because our land is beautiful
Delphine
Armstrong-Derickson
In 2007, UBC Okanagan
commissioned
creation of
a new
Because
our
is beautiful
areland
Okanagan
We
are we
beautiful
Herman
Edwards,the
Jeannette
Armstrong
andBecause
Delphine
Armstrong-Derickson
Chancellor’s chair for use in Okanagan Convocation ceremonies. Because
August 22,
2005
our
land
is beautiful
Because
we
are
Okanagan
August
22, 2005
Handcrafted by master furniture maker Dennis Weidman of
Because
our
land
is
beautiful
Choke
cherry
moon,
Choke cherry moon, ɬuxʷɬuxʷtan
silversmith
artist Justin
Terbasket
of the Lower Similkameen
Because
we are
Okanagan
Lake Country, B.C., the chair was fashioned from cherry wood,
a species selected for its significance in the Okanagan’s long
history as a fruit-growing region.
The chair’s front panel features UBC’s motto, Tuum Est, the UBC
Okanagan logo laser engraved in the headrest panel, and UBC’s
coat of arms on each side panel.
Herman Edwards, Jeannette Armstrong and Delphine Armstrong-D
Herman Edwards, Jeannette Armstrong and Delphine Armstrong-D
August 2
Herman Edwards, Jeannette Armstrong and Delphine Armstrong-D
August 2
Choke
cherry
moon,
ɬuxʷ
August
2
Herman Edwards, Jeannette Armstrong and
Delphine
Armstrong-Der
Choke
cherry
moon, ɬuxʷ
Choke
cherryArmstrong-De
moon,
Augustɬuxʷ
22,
Herman Edwards, Jeannette Armstrong and
Delphine
Choke cherry moon,
ɬuxʷɬu
August
22
Choke cherry moon, ɬuxʷɬ
Convocation 2009 | 7
UB C ’ S I mp o r t a n t H i s t o r i c a l M o m e n t s
The following list reflects
important historical
moments in UBC’s history:
1908
1915
• Provincial legislature passes a new “University
• The University of British Columbia opens in
Act” establishing The University of British
temporary headquarters at the former MUCBC
Columbia. It provides for a Chancellor,
facilities (nicknamed the “Fairview Shacks” after
a Convocation, a President, and a Board
the surrounding neighbourhood) adjacent to
of Governors to manage the university’s
Vancouver General Hospital. There are three
administration, property and business affairs,
faculties: Arts and Science, Applied Science and
and a Senate to administer academic matters.
Agriculture. Student enrolment in September
1910
• After a province-wide survey, Point Grey is
selected as the site of UBC’s new campus.
1913
• Dr. Frank Fairchild Wesbrook appointed first
President of UBC.
is 379 and total number of full- and part-time
faculty is 34.
1922
• Tired of over-crowded conditions and
inadequate facilities, UBC students launch a
campaign known as “Build the University”
to resume construction at the Point Grey
campus. With 56,000 names on a petition for
the government, 1,200 students with floats,
bands and banners march through the streets
of downtown Vancouver to the Point Grey
campus. This pilgrimage became known as the
“Great Trek,” as it successfully convinced the
Government of B.C. to resume work on the Point
Grey site. The “Great Trek” represents one of the
greatest efforts of an undergraduate student
body in support of its university and still reflects
the spirit and pride of UBC students.
1925
• UBC moves to Point Grey campus.
1940
• Students contribute to the construction of Brock
Hall, the university’s first student union building.
UBC students march through the streets of Vancouver in the “Great Trek” of 1922.
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Aerial view of UBC’s campus in 1925
Recent aerial view of UBC Vancouver campus
Recent aerial view of UBC Okanagan campus
1951
2004
• Student initiative leads to construction of War
• The Government of B.C. announces the creation of
Memorial Gymnasium, as a memorial to the British
Columbians who died serving their country.
UBC Okanagan in Kelowna.
• 3 Nobel Peace Prize Laureates – His Holiness the
1979
XIV Dalai Lama, Archbishop Desmond Tutu and
• UBC awards its 100,000th degree.
special ceremony.
Dr. Shirin Ebadi – are given honorary degrees at a
1989
2005
• UBC launches the “World of Opportunity”
• The Okanagan Nation Alliance welcomes UBC
fundraising campaign to pay for new buildings,
to the traditional Okanagan territory during a
facilities, programmes, and scholarships. By
celebration on the new UBC Okanagan campus.
the time it ends in 1993, this overwhelmingly
successful campaign raises a total of $262 million.
1993
• U.S. President Bill Clinton and Russian President
Boris Yeltsin meet at UBC during the “Vancouver
Summit.”
• Dr. Michael Smith receives the Nobel Prize.
• UBC Okanagan officially opens in Kelowna and
welcomes its first students onto campus.
2006
• The first congregation ceremony is held for UBC
Okanagan graduates.
• Professor Stephen J. Toope becomes UBC’s new
President.
1997
• Dr. Doug Owram is hired as the Deputy Vice-
• Dr. Martha C. Piper becomes UBC’s new President.
2007
• The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)
Leaders’ Meeting brings the heads of the 18
leading economies around the Pacific Rim to
Vancouver.
2000
• UBC celebrates 75 years at the Point Grey
campus—which has changed considerably over
the years—as it confers close to 6,000 degrees to
graduating UBC students.
Chancellor of UBC Okanagan
• UBC awards its 200,000th degree.
2008
• UBC celebrates the centenary of the signing of The
University Act.
• Sarah Morgan-Silvester is elected as the 17th
Chancellor of UBC, only the second woman in the
history of the University to hold this position.
• The first graduate degrees are conferred at UBC
Okanagan on June 6, 2008.
2001
• Okanagan campus varsity athletics teams become • UBC opens its new downtown campus, UBC at
• UBC Okanagan opens Charles E. Fipke Centre for Robson Square.
the UBC Okanagan Heat.
Innovative Research.
2009
• “Class of 2009” students who started at UBC Okanagan in its first year, 2005, receive degrees at June 5 Convocation ceremony.
Convocation 2009 | 9
Acknowledgements
S u s ta i n a b i l i t y P l e d g e
The Chancellor, President and Deputy Vice-Chancellor would
Imagine all UBC graduating students making a collective
like to thank the numerous faculty and staff volunteers who
statement of commitment to improving the sustainability of
contribute to the success of the Convocation Ceremonies, as
our communities.
well as the following departments:
Alumni Relations
Aramark
Athletics and Recreation
UBC students have joined university and college graduates
across North America in a growing movement to redefine the
purpose of education. Students are committing to use their
knowledge wisely to create positive change in the world.
Campus Mail
Campus Security & Parking
Through the UBC Sustainability Pledge, you have the
Ceremonies Office
opportunity to commit to working toward a career and lifestyle
Convocation Volunteer Leadership Team
Enrolment Services
with a conscience. The Pledge also links you to resources that
will help you incorporate social, ecological, and economic
aspects of sustainability into your professional and personal life.
Facilities Management
Health, Safety & Environment
The Pledge is more than just a personal commitment. Our
IT Services
collective voice sends a strong message to the university and the
Public Affairs
Shipping & Receiving
greater community that UBC students care about sustainability.
Take a graduating step to creating a more sustainable society,
Student Recruitment, Admissions and Awards
sign now at: www.sustain.ubc.ca/sustainable_u. This program
UBC Bookstore Okanagan
was proposed and is managed by students, and is supported
by the Office of Student Development and the Campus
Music Provided by: Okanagan Symphony Wind Ensemble
Sustainability Office.
Dennis Colpitts, conductor
Margaret Burton, flute
Christine Moore, flute
Doug Sonju, clarinet
Ruth Johnson, clarinet
Bob Piche, saxophone
Stu Dawson, saxophone
Rita Wells, bassoon
Susan Whyte, horn
Elizabeth Wocks, horn
Rob Hogeveen, trumpet
Tim Watson, trumpet
Wade Dorsey, trombone
Bob Rogers, trombone
Darin Senkiw, trombone
Lonnie Burma, percussion
Edmund House, timpani
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“I pledge to explore and take into account the social and
ecological consequences of my decisions. Furthermore,
I pledge to use the knowledge I gain while at UBC to
improve the sustainability of the communities in which I
live, learn, and work.”
Goodbye, Students. Hello Alumni!
The Gift
Welcome, Class of 2009, to the UBC alumni family. Today we
Learning is a lifelong journey that transcends the classroom
celebrate all you have worked for and achieved in your time at
or the lab. For some, the most powerful lessons gleaned from
UBC Okanagan.
their time at UBC Okanagan are about belonging and being
of
Learning
a contributing member of a community. That doesn’t end at
Many students don’t realize that when you graduate from
graduation.
UBC Okanagan, you automatically become an alumna(f) or
alumnus(m). You cross the stage at Convocation, the Chancellor
UBC Okanagan’s vision is to provide students, faculty, and staff
admits you into UBC’s alumni body and your relationship with
with an intimate learning environment in which innovation,
the University enters a whole new phase. Now you begin to
technology, and community play key roles in the pursuit of
see the true value of your degree(s). You find yourself in the
knowledge.
company of some amazing people – educators, artists, doctors,
nurses, business and community leaders – people who could be
The realization of this vision would not be possible without the
your role models, mentors, colleagues and friends.
generosity of alumni and friends of the University. Donations
to UBC Okanagan ensure that today’s students and tomorrow’s
UBC Okanagan acknowledges the value of all that our students
leaders have the best education and research opportunities
have brought and continue to bring to the University through
possible, creating a vibrant and healthy future for us all.
their education and ensuing careers. You might be surprised at
just who your fellow alumni are, their levels of accomplishment
To learn about the many ways you can invest in the next
and influence. Brought together, we represent a significant
generation of UBC Okanagan students, please contact the
and positive force. Remember our motto Tuum Est – UBC
Development Office at 250.807.8565 or visit our website at
Okanagan is still yours. This place is as much about you as it is
www.ubc.ca/okanagan/invest
about buildings and classes. So stay in touch.
Every gift matters.
Worldwide, there are about a quarter million UBC graduates.
That’s a powerful network and one that is totally open to you
Grad Class 2009 Gift
as you build your career and your life. We’ll help you connect
through the award-winning Trek magazine, regular email
As a parting gift to UBC Okanagan, the Graduating Class of
newsletters, our websites and social networks. You will receive
2009 has planted a tri-coloured hibiscus tree on campus.
a warm welcome at mentoring, social, educational and careerbuilding events, whether you remain here in the Okanagan or
Grad Class Council
go elsewhere. You can get involved with alumni groups as far
Whitney De Ruiter
away as London and Hong Kong or as close as Kamloops and
Julie Ferris
Kelowna.
James Liao
Brieanne Matier
The door at UBC Okanagan is always open to you.
Daniel McMann
Jessica Pilfold
Please contact:
Brenda Tournier, Manager of Alumni & Community Relations
(250) 807-8167, [email protected]
UBC Alumni website
www.alumni.ubc.ca
UBC Okanagan Alumni website
www.ubc.ca/okanagan/alumnirelations/
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S i g n i f i c a n t A cc o mp l i s h m e n t s & C o n t r i b u t i o n s
H o n o r a ry D e g r e e R e c i p i e n t
Prominent in the professions and the community, honorary degree recipients are recognized for their distinguished achievements in
their respective endeavours and for the contributions their accomplishments make to the life of the University and the betterment of
society. These degrees will be awarded during Spring Convocation.
LISA STEELE AND KIM TOMCZAK
DR. J. PETER MEEKISON
Doctor of Letters, honoris causa
Doctor of Laws, honoris causa
Lisa Steele and Kim
Dr. J. Peter Meekison is widely known as
Tomczak are two of
the dean of Canadian federalism and an
Canada’s foremost video
expert on Canadian federal-provincial
and new media artists.
relations and constitutional policy. He
was the author of a proposal for the
Ms. Steele and Mr.
constitutional amending formula that was
Tomczak are both
incorporated into Canada’s Constitution
professors at the
Act of 1981.
University of Toronto
recognized around the world for their artistic achievements, and
He served as Vice President, Academic, at the University of
applauded here at home for their commitment to art education
Alberta, and was involved on behalf of the Alberta government
and Canada’s video art community.
in both the 1987 Meech Lake Accord discussions and the 1992
Charlottetown Accord process. In 1993, Dr. Meekison was
They have had a profound influence on artistic practice and
appointed to lead the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples.
arts education in Canada. Among their influential endeavours,
in 1980 they founded Vtape, an artist-run distribution centre
Dr. Meekison was appointed as the public administrator for
for video art to promote the growth of the video medium as a
Okanagan University College and in 2004 and 2005 he oversaw
recognized art form.
the transition of that institution into two new post-secondary
institutions - Okanagan College and UBC Okanagan.
Their ongoing commitment to their artistic practice has
established Ms. Steele and Mr. Tomczak as international artists of
the highest regard and leaders in the field. Through their efforts
in curating the work of emerging and established video and new
media artists, and through their substantial critical writing in the
field, they have contributed to the development of video and
new media in Canada and around the world.
UB C O k a n a g a n A wa r d F o r T e a c h i n g E x c e l l e n c e
and
I n n o va t i o n
Dr. Maurice Williams
Dr. Stephen McNeil
The creativity and passion that Dr. Maurice
Dr. Stephen McNeil, assistant professor of
Williams brings into his teaching role
chemistry, is known for creating a student-
at UBC Okanagan is truly inspiring. An
centered learning environment, where
associate professor of history, he goes
he dedicates time and effort to empower
above and beyond expectations to deliver
his students and inspire them to become
courses that both engage and challenge
critical thinkers.
his students.
His approach to teaching is innovative and
Dr. Williams introduced summer field courses as part of his Myra
dynamic, and he has played a very important role in curriculum
Canyon research project, demonstrating his interdisciplinary
development, creating undergraduate and graduate inorganic
approach to teaching through a unique combination of teaching,
chemistry courses for the benefit of UBC Okanagan students.
research and service to the community.
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A wa r d s - H e a d s
of
G r a d u a t i n g C l a s s F o r UB C O k a n a g a n
Recipients of medals are notified in writing by the Student Financial Assistance and Awards office concerning procedures for receipt of medals.
UNIVERSITY of B.C. Medal in Fine Arts
UNIVERSITY of B.C. Medal in Arts
UNIVERSITY of B.C. Medal in Education
(Head of the graduating class in Fine
(Head of the graduating class in Arts,
(Head of the graduating class in
Arts, B.F.A. degree)
B.A. degree)
Education, B.Ed. Elementary degree)
Christopher David Swanzey
Meghan Ashley McCann
Kathryn Margaret Golbeck
UNIVERSITY of B.C. Medal in Social Work
UNIVERSITY of B.C. Medal in Science
(Head of the graduating class in Social
(Head of the graduating class in Science,
Work, B.S.W degree)
B.Sc. degree)
Valerie Jean Hruschak
Shaun Alfred Strohm
UNIVERSITY of B.C. Medal in Nursing
(Head of the graduating class in
Nursing, B.S.N. degree)
Christina Karin Kelly
Governor-General’s Gold Medal
(Highest academic achievement in the
College of Graduate Studies)
Chelsea Ricketts
Convocation 2009 | 13
The Procession
and
T h e P r o g r a mm e
of
Ceremony
Friday, June 5th
10:00 a.m.
The Processions
T h e P r o g r a mm e
Procession of Graduating
Students
GREG WETTERSTRAND
Marshals
Associate Professor of
NANCY ADAMS
B.V./T.Ed.
O Canada
Okanagan Song
Presentation of the UBC
Okanagan Award for Teaching
Excellence and Innovation to
A rnold B aptiste
MAURICE WILLIAMS
B.Ed., B.F.A., M.Ed., Ph.D.
Education
Student Advisor
Chancellor’s Procession and
Chancellor’s Party
MICHELLE LOWTON
Registrar
B.S.W., M.S.W.
BRIAN J. SILZER
Student Advisor
B.Sc., B.Ed., M.Ed., Associate
S kyak A ( B ruce M anuel )
Conferring of Degrees in
Course
Moment of Reflection
THE CHANCELLOR
Address
SARAH MORGAN-SILVESTER
Closing Remarks
Services and Registrar
Chancellor
DOUG OWRAM
Conferences and
Macebearer and Marshal
Accommodations
PIOTR WRZESNIESKI
Conferring of Honorary
Degrees by the Chancellor
Vice-President, Enrolment
SUZANNE NAZARENO
B.G.S., Operations Manager,
M.Sc., Ph.D., Associate
Marshals, Enrolment Services
Professor of Philosophy
D eputy V ice - C hancellor
The Degree Doctor of Letters
LISA STEELE
KIM TOMCZAK
NATHALIE LIMBOS-BOMBERG
B.A., M.A., Manager,
Alumni Pinners
Okanagan Senate Secretariat
BILL DUNSMORE
Remarks
M.Ed., Retired Air Traffic
STEPHEN J. TOOPE
Controller and Instructor
President & Vice-Chancellor
JO-ANNA LEIN
DOUG OWRAM
B.S.W., Vernon Integrated
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
JAMIE FREZELL
Reception Following the
Ceremony
B.A., Assistant
Communications Coordinator
MICHELLE KRUISWYK
Youth Services
B.A., Calendar and
LISA SNELLING
Curriculum Coordinator
Ceremonies and Events
Vancouver and Okanagan
ANDREA BURKE
Director
Secretary to Associate
Registrar, Enrolment Services
DIANE DYRDAL
Enrolment Services Assistant
LORRAINE ENGELSMEIER
Scheduling Coordinator
EILIS COURTNEY
University Marshal
NANCY HERMISTON
Professor of Music
Manager
ALANNA VERNON
Procession of Faculty
Assistant
Marshals
ERIN PODMOROW
JUDY MCAULAY
R.N., B.N., M.Ed., Associate
Enrolment Services
Professor, School of Nursing
Graduation Coordinator
T erra K irkham
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Member, Graduating Class
Graduation lists as shown in this program
were prepared two weeks before
Graduation and may therefore not be
completely correct; the names of some
graduates may be missing.
F r i d ay , J u n e 5 t h
10:00 a.m.
The Degree of
M a s t e r o f A rt s
The Degree of
B a c h e l o r o f A rt s
Dean, Marvin Krank
Acting Dean, Cynthia Mathieson
College of Graduate Studies
Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber
Major Economics
Acting Dean, Cynthia Mathieson
School of Arts and Sciences)
Major Psychology
Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber
Reader: Associate Dean, Linda Hatt
General Program
School of Arts and Sciences)
Reader: Associate Dean, Linda Hatt
Major Anthropology
Blain, Heather Louise, Vernon
Dobson, Ellen Devon, Vancouver
Hill, Donna Michele, B.A. (Hons),
Interdisciplinary Studies
Klassen, Andrea Nicole, B.A. (Hons),
Interdisciplinary Studies
Morrow, Trelle Arlen, Prince George,
Major Economics
Minor Political Science
McMann, Daniel Dale, Calgary, AB
Concentration Anthropology
Lamoureux, Jolene Renee, Kelowna
Wagner, Andrea Dawn
Jannink, Alisa Camille
General Program
Kaji, Yukari, Osaka, Japan
Concentration Economics
Laninga, Emily Ann Teresa, Kelowna
Dyck, Matthew Henry James
Mulvey, Angela Lynn, Kelowna
Naderi, Leila Anna
General Program
Nordlund, Christine Jennifer
Concentration English
Interdisciplinary Studies
Schulz, Constantin Christoff, Oliver, East Prussian
Johnson, Amanda Ruth, Kelowna
Ricketts, Darlene Margaret, B.A. Vernon,
Verbeeten, Emma Charlotte, Vancouver
Interdisciplinary Studies
Padwicki, Robyn Sharlene, B.A.,
General Program
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sam, Marlowe Gregory, B.A., Penticton,
Major Anthropology
Concentration Geography
Interdisciplinary Studies
Minor History
Lindsay, Adam Frederick Lloyd
Steager, Tabitha,
Beckett, Amanda Alexis Lindsey
Interdisciplinary Studies
Miller, Leslie Kenneth, Yellowknife, NT
General Program
White, Kasondra Victoria, B.A. (Hon),
Molander, Stephanie Kathleen, Cranbrook
Concentration Literature
Pearson, Sabrina Silvija
Port Colborne, ON, Interdisciplinary Studies
Major Anthropology
The Degree of
M a s t e r o f A rt s
Minor Indigenous Studies
General Program
Tremblay, Jean, Vernon, Nak’azdli Dakelh
Concentration Psychology
Dean, Marvin Krank
Major Anthropology
Kimmitt, Jennifer Marie
College of Graduate Studies
Minor Psychology
Newton, Nicole Reann
Sharkey, Allison Kathleen, Kelowna
Niemi, Nicole Allison
Dean, Robert Belton
Forbes, Meghan Elizabeth, Kelowna
Norkum, Beverly Ann
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Major Anthropology
Reader: Associate Dean, Kenneth Phillips
Minor Sociology
General Program
Kergan, Carol Frances, Kelowna
Concentration Sociology
Ahmadzadegan, Mona, Winfield
Waters, Alicia Nicole, B.A. Kelowna, English
Weber, Michael Allen, B.A. Terrace, English
The Degree of
M a s t e r o f F i n e A rt s
Dean, Marvin Krank
College of Graduate Studies
Major Anthropology
Austin, Kristi Lynn, Vernon
Minor Spanish
De Bodt, Margaret Elizabeth, Kelowna
Callaghan, Jennifer Kara, Kelowna
Jassi, Nisha, Vernon
Ferguson, Jennifer Lynne, London, ON
Penner, Elliot Stanley
Raganowska, Magdalena Maria, Kelowna
Major Economics
Snowsell, Meghan Linn, Winfield
Bitcon, Krista Marie, Kelowna
__________________________________________________
Ferris, Julie Emeline, Calgary, AB
Dean, Robert Belton
Huang, Devon Chao-Wei, Richmond
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Hui, Jojo Ka Ki, Vancouver
Reader: Associate Dean, Jim Robinson
Liao, James Fu Cheng, Vancouver
Major Geography
Mellon, Cary Jay, Kelowna
Borsato, Maria Louise, White Rock
Brandoli, Susan M., B.F.A., B.A., Vernon
Mishra, Praneil Kumar
Drought, Carly Reece, Kelowna
Moschopedis, Eric T.
Mouratidis, Peter Haris, Vancouver, BC
Ehman, Sarah Annelise, Victoria
Popoff, Broc Aaron, Westbank
Frank, Hillary Christine, Oliver
Teng, Linxi, Kelowna
Harper, Teigan Page, Vernon
Xu, Li, Kelowna
Huot, Danielle Nicole
Reader: Associate Dean, Kenneth Phillips
MacKenzie, Amber Lynn, Kelowna
Wanless, Caitlin Elsa Ruth
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Major Geography
Major History
Rauhala, Troy Allen, Vernon
Minor English
Minor Psychology
Sehn, Gary Joseph, 100 Mile House
Hermanson, Dallas, Salmon Arm
Brown, Ilana Naomi, Vancouver
Stonehouse, Jeffrey Allan
Major Indigenous Studies
Major Political Science
Community Research Project
Minor History
Tronson, Vanessa Shalene, Westbank
Murphy, Christal Ann, Vernon
McPhee, Norman Andrew, Salt Spring Island
Stanishewsky, Kimberley Frances Joan, Vernon
Major Geography
Minor Psychology
Lo, Cheuk-Yu, Vancovuer
Schneider, Thomas James, Kelowna
Major Indigenous Studies
Course Work Option
Honours Psychology
Major Geography
Minor Anthropology
Brady, Naomi Clarissa Lynn
Minor Sociology
Mearns, Nadine Dianne
Buch, James Andrew, Kelowna
Drury, Jason Philip
Labrecque, Cory James
Major International Relations
Rooney, Tanya Deborah, Penticton
Currie, Merina Francine
Fedyk, Jane Opal, Kelowna
Fezatte, Alissa, Vernon
McCrea, Kimberly Anne, Kelowna
Smithson, Stephanie Amanda, Kelowna
Van Asseldonk, Lynn Julie, Kelowna
Major History
Freake, Ryan James, Westbank
Clarke, Michael William, Kelowna
Kaleka, Brandi Janean
Honours Psychology
Davidson, Katherine Jane, Oyama
Klassen-Roth, Shawna Johanna, Vernon
Minor History
Godwin, Michael Lincoln, Westbank
L’Abbe, Jillian Michelle, Kelowna
Southin, Julie Anne
Harling, Matthew David, Kelowna
McKay, Andrea Jill
Jacobs, Michael Jonathon, Kelowna
Munroe, Andrew Edward, Kelowna
Major Psychology
Johnson, Blake Matthew, Kelowna
Peterson, Whitney Jayne, Kelowna
Abraham, Megan Kathrine, Fort Mcmurray, AB
Jones, Vincent Peter, Kelowna
Troock, Hailey Jill, Oyama
Beck, Jessica Dawn, Vernon
Billington, Kita Mehl, Kelowna
Kronlund, Jessica Lee, Cochrane, AB
LaPrairie, Stewart Currie
Russell, Brian Adrian
Scott, Loren Heather, Kelowna
Spencer, Katherine Sara, Kelowna
Van Trump, David Alexander, Westbank
Major History
Minor Anthropology
Shevchuk, Dustin Michael, Kelowna
Major History
Major International Relations
Birtwistle, Nicholas Ralph, Kelowna
Minor Political Science
Cardwell, Jennifer Elizabeth
Kang, Ruman Kaur, Kelowna
Cline, Mike Thompson, North Bay, ON
Major International Relations
Minor Spanish
Cookson, Tara Patricia, Kelowna
LeComte, Andrea Elizabeth, Kaleden
Ray, Patrick Murray Stephenson, Kelowna
Major Mathematics
Minor English
Enns, Christie Dawn, Grand Forks
Allin, Lisa Brittney, Kelowna
Hyde, Daniel Timothy, Cranbrook
Schuurman, Meredith Lea, Penticton
Villanueva, Fritzgerald Asinas
Thomas, Bonnie Lynn, Okanagan Falls
Wirtz, Jordan August, Kelowna
Major Philosophy
Butula, Jacob Martin, Vernon
Major History
Robinson, Christien Lee, Port Moody
Minor French
Derickson, Aaron Noel, Westbank
Major Philosophy
Coutts, Virginia Joyce, Midland, ON
Croot, Stephanie Elizabeth, Calgary, AB
De Ruiter, Whitney Jan, Langley
Duss, Charlene Jennifer, Vernon
Ennis, Noelle Tara
Finney, Teya Caitlin, Kelowna
Gabbs, Jillian Amanda, Kelowna
Garland, Sarah May Hamilton, Sicamous
Gauthier, Jessica Blair, Grande Prairie, AB
Henry, Rebecca Lianne, Edmonton, AB
Kimmitt, Shannon Lee, Kelowna
Margoreeth, Emilia Angelina, Fruitvale
McGavin, Amanda Nicole, North Vancouver
Mercure, Regan Jane, Quesnel
Pakenham, Clay James
Piper, Crystal Chantelle, Vernon
Minor Political Science
Riccardi, Kelly Patrick, North Vancouver
Major History
Cameron, Matthew Dunbar, Whitehorse, YT
Roberts, Andrew James, Kelowna
Minor Geography
Craig, Katelyn Ashley
Rougoor, Elizabeth Johanna, Kelowna
Ryan, Karen Nicole, Calgary, AB
Stevens, Matthew John, Waterloo, ON
Sellinger, Margaret Kelly, Lake Country
Major History
Major Philosophy Political Science and
Economics
Minor Indigenous Studies
Ferguson, Jocelyn Zoe Larissa, Kelowna
Thomas, Larissa Jane, Victoria
Mckinnon, Kimberly Paige, Oyama
Hoefsloot, Darryl Tyler, Kelowna
Twomey, Melissa Rachelle, Kelowna
Kasinsky, Jeremy Maxwell, Vancouver
Vare, Eveliina, Vancouver
Major History
Stuart, Kelly Lee, Kelowna
Villar, Ralph Alvin, Kelowna
Minor Mathematic
Major Political Science
Wiley, Doran Byron
Loewen, Jared David, Kelowna
Abraham, Tara Marie, Fort Mcmurray, AB
Yang, Glenn Yi, Singapore
Dyck, John Eric
Zoobkoff, Michelle Leanne, Winfield
Major History
Hahn, Pearce Naaman Wilfred
Minor Political Science
Malcolm, Fraser Cole, North Vancouver
Major Psychology
Von Hagel, Joel Davis, Villa Park, United States
Njie, Saddy, Banjul, Gambia
Major Philosophy
Okoh, Ifeanyi Hillary, Lagos, Nigeria
Thompson, Nicole Lynne Marie, Kelowna
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Major Psychology
Minor Anthropology
Smith, Terri Anne, Armstrong
The Degree of
B a c h e l o r o f A rt s
Dean Robert Belton
Major Psychology
Minor Economics
Pakarnyk, Ewan Anthony
Major Psychology
Minor English
Jurassovich, Lisa Catharina Maria, Kelowna
Laithwaite, Lyndsay Ann, Trail
McGuire, Brian Daniel, Abbotsford
Redfern, Nyssa Kirsten, Kelowna
Wiebe, Sheena Marie, Kelowna
Major Psychology
Minor French
Ripley, Anna Nicole, Nelson
Major Psychology
Minor History
Metson, Amberly Marie, Surrey
Major Psychology
Minor Sociology
Henry, Rebecca Lianne
Lamarre, Elisha Jacqueline, Okanagan Falls, Metis
Lemky, Stephanie Diane, Kelowna
Leslie, Fiona Isabella, Kelowna
Monsigneur, Michelle Leanne, Kelowna
Kuemmerle, Jeannine Luise, Vernon
Majoros, Nicholass Paul, Westbank
Norwich, Anna Rose, Summerland
Ravnsborg, Jessie Ann
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Stephenson, Sarah Elizabeth, Kelowna
Reader: Associate Dean, Kenneth Phillips
Van Ember, Amanda Dorothy, Salmon Arm
Major Art History
Major English
Khan, Saima Shazia, Burnaby
Minor Philosophy
Lough, Aubrey Jennifer
Major Art History
Minor History
Alvernini, Ryan Lionel James, Squamish
Major English
Minor Political Science
Dodd, Aaron Thomas
Major Cultural Studies
Balfour, Lindsay Anne, Kelowna
Haller, Alana Rose, Westbank
Tanaka, Mari, Richmond
Major Cultural Studies
Major English
Minor Psychology
Hallgren, Michelle Linette
Richert, Jonathan Paul, Summerland
Simpson, Tasha Rose Marie, Castlegar
Minor Spanish
Smee, Holly Ruth
Sherman, Rivkah Rachel, Ottawa, ON
Wellman, Stephanie Shayne, Kelowna
Honours English
Major English
Fleck, Christopher Kieran, Kelowna
Stensrud, Craig Paul, Calagry, AB
Minor Sociology
McGregor, Lindsay S, Armstrong
Pang, Tiffany Maria
Honours English
Veaudry, Jessica Lauren, Vernon
Minor History
Cassidy, Aaron David, Kelowna
Major French
Butchart, Chelsea Dawn, Penticton
Ratchford, Krystin Marie, Kelowna
Major English
Forsyth, Chelsey Laura, Kelowna
Willinger, Leah Marie, Vernon
Ashraf, Mina, Kelowna
Vanderbeck, Kyle Patrick, Vernon
Major Sociology
Bacala, Ryan Nicholas
MacEwan, Robin Lindsay, Kelowna
Mangat, Jasmeet Kaur, Williams Lake
Osborne, Marilyn Edith, Calgary, AB
Robinson, Danielle Cathrine
Scobie, Eric Christopher, Kelowna
Tsujimura, Asuka, Nagano, Japan*
Zazula, Leanne Marie, Vernon
Major Sociology
Major English
Nielsen, Amber Shandelle, Kelowna
Major Sociology
Minor Anthropology
Fedoruk, Kimberly Christine, Quesnel
Major Sociology
Minor Psychology
Dalla Costa, Mia Angelina, Kelowna
Janzen, Mark Alexander, Kelowna
Tedford, Alanna Katrine, Prince George
Walraven, Katrina Anne, Kelowna
Wigglesworth, Lori Sada, Kelowna
Cowan, Jenna Marie, Surrey
Finley, Tyler Thomas, Kelowna
Goodman, Joanna Lea
Hamagami, Kathleen Kaori
Hamm, Whitney Brooke, Penticton
Helland, Sarah Michelle, Kelowna
Mayer, Morgan Ashley, Greenwood
Priddy, Michelle Jeannine, Trail
Rashke, Lorna Jean, Kelowna
Riemer, Stephanie Wynne, Summerland
Rodocker, Cole Daniel, White Rock
Sedmak, Megan Louise
Major French
Major English
MacKenzie, Julie Nicole, Kelowna
Steuri, Martina, Kelowna
Major French
Minor Anthropology
Templeman, Whitney Lorelle, Naramata
Major French
Minor Economics
Brown, Krista Deanne, Westbank
Varco, Louisa Maria, Campbell River
Veerman, Angelique Nicole, Gold River
Major French
Minor English
Major English
Minor Anthropology
Swires, Nathaniel Warner, Kelowna
Darts, Erin Caroline
Major French
Minor History
Major English
Minor Geography
Drew, Natasha Lee, Salmon Arm
Blancard, Cherise Jacqueline, Kelowna
Harvey, Adam Wayne, Kelowna
Johansen, Jen Lynn, Kelowna
Major French
Stevhans, Zale, Kelowna
Minor Mathematics and Statistics
Conne, Kyle Steven Charles, Kelowna
Major English
Minor History
Bueckert, Denise, Cranbrook
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Major French
Minor Spanish
Laverdiere, Karine, Lévis, QC
Major Spanish
Gloster, Heather May, Kelowna
Rangel, Gerardo Ivan, Mexico City, Mexico
The Degree of
B a c h e l o r o f F i n e A rt s
Dean, Robert Belton
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Reader: Associate Dean, Kenneth Phillips
Bouthillier, Jann, Summerland
Burwash, Sarah Lillian
Crane, Stacy Leah, Kelowna
Edmonds, Alexandra Mary, Kelowna
Finlayson, Leah Marie, Kelowna
Goward, Benjamin Albert Paul, Kelowna
Harrison, Erin Marie
Karley, Jacqueline Amanda, Waterloo, ON
Kashuba, Christine Lenore, Vernon
Kim, Daniel Daewon
Lindahl, Jennifer Dee
Neufeld, Janessa Leann, Vernon
Newell, Melanie Ann, Kelowna
Peters, Amy Marie
Snelling, Lisa May, Diploma, Vancouver
Stead, Tammara Sharon, Westbank
Swanson, Kathryn Anne, Kelowna
Tessier, Karen Leah Mary, Kelowna
Wu, Cindy Hsin-Ti, White Rock
Zieman, Tawny Renee Sharon, Vernon
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The Procession
and
T h e P r o g r a mm e
of
Ceremony
Friday, June 5th
1:00 p.m.
The Processions
T h e P r o g r a mm e
Procession of Graduating
Students
Chancellor’s Procession and
Chancellor’s Party
Marshals
Registrar
NANCY ADAMS
BRIAN J. SILZER
B.V./T.Ed.
B.Sc., B.Ed., M.Ed., Associate
Student Advisor
Vice-President, Enrolment
Services and Registrar
MICHELLE LOWTON
B.S.W., M.S.W.
Macebearer and Marshal
Student Advisor
CAROL MCFADYEN
B.Sc.N., M.A.,
LEANNE PERRY
Ed.D. (Br.Col.) Associate
B.A., M.Ed.
Director, School of Nursing
Campus Life Coordinator
Alumni Pinners
Marshals, Enrolment Services
MARIT MAIN
NATHALIE LIMBOS-BOMBERG
R.N., Retired
B.A., M.A., Manager,
Okanagan Senate Secretariat
SANDRA MIMIC
B.A., Thom and Associates
JAMIE FREZELL
Financial Planners Inc.
B.A., Assistant
Communications Coordinator
MICHELLE KRUISWYK
B.A., Calendar and Curriculum
Coordinator
ANDREA BURKE
Secretary to Associate
Registrar, Enrolment Services
DIANE DYRDAL
Enrolment Services Assistant
LORRAINE ENGELSMEIER
Scheduling Coordinator
Procession of Faculty
Marshals
JOYCE BOON
B.Sc. (Hon.), M.Sc., Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
ROBERT YOUNG
O Canada
Okanagan Song
Presentation of the UBC
Okanagan Award for Teaching
Excellence and Innovation to
STEPHEN MCNEIL
ARNOLD BAPTISTE
SKYAKA (BRUCE MANUEL)
Conferring of Degrees in
Course
Moment of Reflection
THE CHANCELLOR
Address
SARAH MORGAN-SILVESTER
Presentation of the GovernorGeneral’s Gold Medal
Chancellor
CHELSEA RICKETTS
Remarks
Closing Remarks
STEPHEN J. TOOPE
DOUG OWRAM
President & Vice-Chancellor
DOUG OWRAM
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Reception Following the
Ceremony
JANA SAY
Member, Graduating Class
Ceremonies and Events
Vancouver and Okanagan
Director
EILIS COURTNEY
University Marshal
NANCY HERMISTON
Professor of Music
Manager
ALANNA VERNON
Assistant
ERIN PODMOROW
Enrolment Services
Graduation Coordinator
T erra K irkham
Graduation lists as shown in this program
were prepared two weeks before
Graduation and may therefore not be
completely correct; the names of some
graduates may be missing.
B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., Associate
Professor of Earth and
Environmental
Sciences
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F r i d ay , J u n e 5 t h
1:00 p.m.
The Degree of
Doctor of Philosophy
The Degree of
Master of Social Work
Dean, Marvin Krank
Dean, Marvin Krank
College of Graduate Studies
College of Graduate Studies
Acting Dean, Cynthia Mathieson
Acting Dean, Kathy Rush
Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber
Faculty of Health and Social Development
School of Arts and Sciences)
Reader: Associate Dean, Louise Nelson
Reader: Associate Professor,
Mary Ann Murphy
Vakili, Sarrah A.C., Winnipeg, MB, Chemistry
Aiken, Marjorie, B.S.W., Grindrod
Clements, Sheila R., B.S.W., Summerland
The Degree of
Master of Science
Donaldson, Amanda, B.S.W., Kelowna
Dean, Marvin Krank
Gardner, Susanne L., B.S.W., Kelowna
College of Graduate Studies
Hucul, Dianne Michele, B.A. (Hons), B.S.W., Kelowna
Acting Dean, Cynthia Mathieson
Kuhl, Darcy James, B.S.W., Kelowna
Forgo, Heidi, Vernon
Gallagher, Sarah Patricia, B.S.W., Victoria
Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber
School of Arts and Sciences)
Redivo, Rhea Elisabeth, B.S.W., Penticton
Wylie, Adam William, B.S.W.
Cutt, Bryce Garrett, B.Sc., Vernon,
Acting Dean, Cynthia Mathieson
Interdisciplinary Studies
Todd, Daniel Corey, Brentwood Bay
Major Biochemistry, Medical Concentration
Minor English
White, Amanda Anne, Kelowna
Major Biochemistry, Wine and Plant Option
Hall, Barbara Ann, Kelowna
Isaksen, Benjamin David, Kelowna
Honours Biology
Crisanti, Michael Vincent, Kelowna
Enns, Matthew Stephen,Kelowna
Major Biology
Bautista, Robert, Kelowna
Chen, Ling-Chuan, Kelowna
Chisholm, Karin Mae, Kelowna
Cote, Michael Robert, Kelowna
Daudharia, Mandeep Singh, Penticton
Duncan, Kevin Andrew, Summerland
The Degree of
Bachelor of Science
Interdisciplinary Studies
Minor Biology
deGraaf, Dave Gerald, Westbank
Reader: Associate Dean, Louise Nelson
Boeckelmann, Astrid, Vancouver,
Major Biochemistry, Medical Concentration
Hill, Jaime Nicole, Kelowna
Irwin, Martin Owen, Peachland
Jhaj, Livelean Liv, Penticton
Khullar, Manish Kumar, Trail
Fleming, Erin Mattea, Kelowna,
Faculty of Arts and Sciences (Irving K. Barber
Knight, William Darcy| |Kelowna
Environmental Sciences
School of Arts and Sciences)
Mahay, Vicky Kaur| |Kelowna
Lavallee, Melisa Jean, B.Sc., Westbank,
Reader: Associate Dean, Louise Nelson
Malowany, Gillian Crystal, Kelowna
Major Biochemistry, General Option
McIntee, Kelsey Anne, Williams Lake
Grassie, Michael Edward, Kelowna
Middleton, Ian Joseph, Winfield
Hansen, Austin Tyler, Edmonton, AB
Muller, Gillian, Kelowna
Pennington, Chad Nicholas, Kelowna
Pagliocchini, Christopher Daniel, Summerland
Interdisciplinary Studies
Ricketts, Chelsea Dawn. B.Sc., Vernon, Biology
Rix, James Gregory, Kelowna
White, Kathleen Edith, Biology
The Degree of
Master of Science
Marshall, Jamie Scott, Winfield
Seitzinger, Michael, Kleena Kleene
in
Nursing
Dean, Marvin Krank
College of Graduate Studies
Acting Dean, Kathy Rush
Faculty of Health and Social Development
Reader: Associate Director,
Carol McFadyen
Major Biochemistry, General Option
Van Essen, Karis Nicole, Lake Country
Major Biology
Waite, Vashti Gabrielle Lijah, Vernon
Lefebvre, Danielle Aimee Marie
Watt, Daniel MacKenzie, Vernon
Weston, Sarah Denise, Kelowna
Major Biochemistry, General Option
Minor Psychology
Major Biology
Sharpe, Lauren Estelle, Westbank
Minor Geography
Stace, Janna Rachelle, Vernon
Cannon, Christopher Leslie, Westbank
Major Biochemistry, Medical Concentration
Major Biology
Kraft, Lisa, Kelowna
Bo, Htet Ei, Thunder Bay, ON
Minor Psychology
Lockie, Sharon Jane, B.S.N., Salmon Arm
Bot, Shane Micheal, Kelowna
Hoiland, Sheralyn Marie, Summerland
Kirillo, Marc Daniel, Pitt Meadows
Magsajo, Olivia Mae, Kelowna
Le, Cuong Hieu, Calgary, AB
Pineault, Nicole Marie, Westbank
Lim, Jeff Byung Hoon, Vernon
Livesey, Charlotte Jane, Calgary, AB
Major Biology, Physiology Concentration
Stearns, Kelsey Leanne, Kelowna
Howlett, Brittany Carol, Vauxhall
Williamson, Rodney Jon, Winfield
Kotzeva, Lilia Dimitrova, Port Coquitlam
Waning, Amanda Carolynn, Westbank
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Major Biology, Physiology Concentration
Major Earth & Environmental Sciences
Major Microbiology
Minor Psychology
Minor Geography
Baylis, Jared Bruce, Armstrong
Matier, Brieanne Joelle, Penticton
Hewer, Mitchell David, Kelowna
Desautels, Amy Louise, Kelowna
Honours Chemistry
Honours Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Munro, Candace Rachael, Westbank
Devantier, Ashley Elizabeth, Rossland
Bannerman, Jordan Allen, Westbank
Thesen, Rebecca Ann, Kelowna
Therrien, Jeffrey Adam, Kelowna
Kalesnikoff, Nathan Michael, Grand Forks
Wence, Dennis Lee Kole, Kelowna
Lalonde, Danielle Rae, Trail
Honours Chemistry
Major Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Minor Mathematics and Statistics
Ross, Fawn Gail Mary-Ann
Donnelly, Caitlin Charlotte Anne
Major Microbiology
Minor Chemistry
Pilfold, Jessica Lori, Winnipeg
Choi, Philip Ji-Jing, Calgary, AB
Major Environmental Chemistry
Major Molecular, Cell and Developmental
Biology
Major Chemistry
Tether, Devon Francis, Westbank
Calli, Kristina Myra
Wipfli, Nathan Clifford, Kelowna
Wilhelm, Micah Dominique
Dalrymple, Kate Marie, 100 Mile House
Honours Freshwater Science
Honours Physics
Gray, Heather Joy, Winnipeg
Stutz, Robert Adrian, Salmon Arm
Minor Biology
Major Freshwater Science
Honours Physics
Henderson, Rhy William, Tappen
Folks, Skyeler Keith, Hazelton, Gitxsan
Minor Mathematics and Statistics
Goode, Hailey, Summerland
Say, Jana Marie, Salmon Arm
Wu, Guangheng, Kelowna
Yoon, Hye-Seon, Seoul, South Korea
Major Chemistry
Major Chemistry
Kelly, Mary Elizabeth, Timmins, ON
Major Physics,
Minor Mathematics and Statistics
Brodin, John Max, Kelowna
Honours Mathematics
Simpson, Sydney Lee, Kelowna
Haines, Sheena Ayla, Kelowna
Sewell, Jason Bradley, Kelowna
Honours Computer Science
Orr, Jacob Andrew, lowna
Honours Mathematics
Honours Computer Science
Major Computer Science
Swyripa, Christopher James, Calgary, AB
Honours Psychology
Minor Biology
Docherty, Gavin Christopher Scott, Kelowna
Leitner, Damien William, Vernon
Johnstone, Jennifer Ann, Kelowna, BC
Major Psychology
Cossentine, Tyler Andrew, Summerland
Jeffery, Daniel Robin, Summerland
Major Mathematics
Denouden, Jaime Dorothy, Kelowna
Johnston, James Mathew, Penticton
Fraser, Megan Ashley, Kelowna
Rousom, Virginia Lynn, Kelowna
Wiens, Dale Allyn, Summerland
Kriese, Murray Arvid, Lake Country
Marshall, Tyler Alan, Oyama
Major Mathematics
Yong, Yan
Minor Biology
Major Psychology
Zalinko, Ryne Andrew, Kelowna
Dick, Meghann Patricia, Kelowna
Minor Biology
Ciacco, Gina Mary, Westbank
Zhang, Yuehan
Major Mathematics
Degelder, Jessica Anne, Penticton
Honours Earth & Environmental Sciences
Minor French
Frame, Susan Nicole, 112 Mile
Brown, Amber Joy, Kelowna
Boggild, Janine Rae, Revelstoke
Kramer, Tara Nicole, Kelowna
Honours Earth & Environmental Sciences
Major Mathematics
Minor Geography
Minor Physics
Leedham, Kellie Edith, Rocky Mountain House, AB
Fisher, Danielle Erin, Kelowna
General Program
Luff, Jason Nicholas, Enderby
Chemistry, Earth & Environmental Sc.,
Mathematical Sc.
Baxter, Ian Kenneth David, Kelowna
Major Mathematics
Veale, Christopher Mark, Prince Rupert
Bourne, Tyler Mitchel, Kelowna
Pure Mathematics Concentration
Edwards, Shawn Gerald, Nelson
Lee, Paul David, Oliver
General Program
Edzerza, Leia Dannett, Kelowna, Tahltan
Mercer, Robin Daniel, Kelowna
Concentration Biology and Earth &
Environmental Sc.
Kwasnek, Kala Janine, Kelowna
Major Earth & Environmental Sciences
Forsyth, Kristen Nicole, Vernon
Schmidt, Michael Andrew, Kelowna
Major Mathematics
Tarswell, Jared Robert, Princeton
Statistics Concentration
Widmer, Jeffrey Hugo, Kelowna
Fox, Cody Marek Lane, Vernon
Morris, Alisha Hannah, Kelowna
Rogers, Megan Jane, Coldstream
Gustafsson, Emelie Anna, Delta
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General Program
McCoubrey, Lauren Jane, Kelowna
Russell, Terri-Lynn, Kelowna
Concentration Chemistry and Biology
McElligott, Amanda Catherine, Pierrefonds, QC
St. Jean, Sean Armand Roy, Vernon
Montalbetti, Danielle Kim, Kelowna
Menard, Svea Emily, Kelowna
Stynes, Siobhan Christina, Victoria
Miliszewski, Marlena, Kelowna
Tucker, Brittany Jo, Penticton
General Program
Mills, Janette Michele, Summerland
Wagner, Sandra Lynn, Vernon
Concentration Mathematical Sciences and
Physics
Moore, Kathryn Barrie, Vernon
Webb, Jessica Tammy, Vernon
Harvie, Derek Stephen, Penticton
Munson, Lynsey Patricia, Kelowna
Murray, Erin Beth, Vernon
GENERAL PROGRAM
Onsorge, Karyn Marlane, Vernon
Bieri, Milena, Sicamous
Oshaski, Alysha Leanne, Westbank
Cook, Thera Lucille, Calgary
Pentland, Jaime Kristine, Penticton
Dunn, Colette Marie, Kelowna
Perepolkin, Jenalee Elaine
Fitzsimmons, Megan Kathleen, St. Albert
Perna, Akos, Kelowna
Frias, Ana-Maria, Kelowna
Peter, Nicole Adrianne, Kelowna
Germyn, Krista Marie, North Vancouver
Picheniuk, Sherry-Lynn Elizabeth, Penticton
Holmkvist, Natasha Lee, B.A., Edmonton, AB
Ralston, Raylene Sara, Vernon
Jackson, Nicole Sarah, Cranbrook
Reader: Associate Director,
Carol McFadyen
Rawnsley, Damian Adam, West Kelowna
Keen, Kimberly Ann Florence, Lake Country, Metis
Redmond, Alison Leigh, Kelowna
Murji, Shelliza Diamond, Calgary, AB
Reimer, Christopher Lee David, Kelowna
Reinhart, Michelle Marie, Edmonton, AB
Alston, Jolene Elizabeth Margaret, North Vancouver
Revill, Tikva Patricia Miriam, Kelowna
Ritchie, Tziganey Darelle, Salmon Arm
Annan, Robyn Edith, Enderby
Ricciuti, Mallory Blake, Kelowna
Rud, Jody Michael Alexander, Kelowna
Arsenault, Sara Jean Marie, Kelowna
Rice, Sheila Marie, Vernon
Sammartino, Lisa Michelle| |Vernon N
Bannerman, Maggie Mckenzie, Kelowna
Rosene, Laura Rolande, Vernon
Specht, Marilyn, Vernon, BC
Becker, Wade Jared, Kelowna
Roy, Christine Gloria Anne, Kelowna
Summers, Krystal Priscilla, Hamilton, ON,
Bedard, Jasmine Caroline Elizabeth, Sudbury, ON
Ryley, Sarah Morrison, Vernon
Ojibway-Cree
Beebe, Daniel Gordon, Abbotsford
Sandulac, Brittany Marie, Salmon Arm
Tompkins, Megan Dawn, Kelowna
Birnie, Crystal, Kelowna
Scharf, Linda Mae, Kelowna
Trent, Katie Justina, Summerland
Boe, Alison
Sidhu, Harpreet Kaur, Oliver
Tsutsulov, Benedykta, Kelowna
Bosche, Tatjana, Kelowna
Sidhu, Simranprit, Olivier
Weatherhead, Kelly Michelle, Summerland
Smith, Jared John, Kelowna
Williams, Jay Jonathan, Kelowna
Snape, Kelsey Lauraine, Kelowna
Wood, Melissa Margaret, Kelowna
Reynolds, Byron Eric, Kelowna
The Degree of
Bachelor of Science
Nursing
in
Acting Dean, Kathy Rush
Faculty of Health and Social Development
Broder, Elmana, Kelowna
Broughton, Erica Dawn, Vernon
Butler, Kelly Lynne, Vernon
Caldwell, Janelle Margaret, Edmonton, AB
Cheung, Yvonne Wan Yi, Richmond
Clark, Lindsey Sally, Kelowna
Clark, Pauline Marie, Kelowna
Cooke, Heather Andrea, Kelowna
Trickett, Shawna Marie, Kelowna
Weel, Ashley Kathleyne Elizabeth
Wong, Awna,Victoria / Vancouver
Young, Melissa Rhea, Penticton
van den Berg, Grace Johanna, London, ON
Wiebe, Marc Joel, Kelowna
Corah, Lauren Elizabeth, Kelowna
Crandlemire, Melisa May, Kelowna
Daigle, Brittany Sonja, Westbank
Desbiens, Nicole Christine, Kelowna
Enns, Ria Meredith, Kelowna
Eyres, Rachel Catherine, Trail
Falkenholt, Susan, Vernon
Ferdinands, Kimberly Anne
The Degree of
Bachelor of Social Work
Acting Dean, Kathy Rush
Faculty of Health and Social Development
Reader: Associate Professor,
Mary Ann Murphy
Flegel, Eran Dale, Kelowna
Flek, Irina, Kelowna
AGING CONCENTRATION
Hashimi, Mina, Kelowna
Dahrouge, Sidney Alexander, Vernon
Hejslet, Trista Carmel
Hislop, Tammy Marie, Salmon Arm
Holomis, Ashley Lynn, Vernon
Hug, Ashley, Keremeos
Johnson, Vanessa Marie, Richmond
Jones, Kimberly Nicole, Campbell River
CONCENTRATION CHILD WELFARE
Kwok, Gary Ka Wai, Burnaby
Cartier, Andrea Jean, Kelowna
Latchko, Jenny Denison, Enderby
Courtney, Yvonne Else, Mara
Lurette, Tabatha Lynn, Kelowna
Fox, Desiree Darlene, Kelowna
Marchand, Melanie Dawn. Vernon,
Gill, Sandeep Kaur, Oliver
Okanagan Indian Band
Lalli, Arvinder Kaur, Kelowna
Martins, Carin, Kelowna
McGilvery, Elaine Mary, Saddle Lake First Nation
Maussion, Natalie Elaine, New Westminster
Morin-Dutil, Jezabel Alexandra, Kelowna
McCarthy, Aaron Trevor
O'Hara, Courtney Amanda, Kelowna
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The Procession
and
T h e P r o g r a mm e
of
Ceremony
Friday, June 5th
3:30 p.m.
The Processions
T h e P r o g r a mm e
Procession of Graduating
Students
Chancellor’s Procession and
Chancellor’s Party
Marshals
Associate Registrar
NANCY ADAMS
FRED VOGT
B.V./T.Ed.
B.Sc., Associate Registrar
Student Advisor
Macebearer and Marshal
MICHELLE LOWTON
WENDY KLASSEN
B.S.W., M.S.W.
B.Ed. (Br.Col.), M.A. (Br.Col.),
Student Advisor
Ph.D., Associate Professor
of Education
LEANNE PERRY
B.A., M.Ed.
Alumni Pinners
Campus Life Coordinator
SANDRA BROUGHTON
M.Sc., BC Cancer Agency,
THE PROGRAMME
Conferring of Degrees in
Course
O Canada
THE CHANCELLOR
Okanagan Song
Closing Remarks
ARNOLD BAPTISTE
SKYAKA (BRUCE MANUEL)
Moment of Reflection
DOUG OWRAM
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Reception Following the
Ceremony
Address
SARAH MORGAN-SILVESTER
Chancellor
Marshals, Enrolment Services
Centre for
NATHALIE LIMBOS-BOMBERG
the Southern Interior
Conferring of an Honorary
Degree
By the Chancellor
CINDY WILKER
The Degree Doctor of Laws
B.Com.,
J. PETER MEEKISON
B.A., M.A., Manager,
Okanagan Senate Secretariat
JAMIE FREZELL
Sun-Rype Products Ltd.
B.A., Assistant
Communications Coordinator
MICHELLE KRUISWYK
B.A.
Calendar and Curriculum
Coordinator
ANDREA BURKE
Secretary to Associate
Registrar, Enrolment Services
DIANE DYRDAL
Enrolment Services Assistant
LORRAINE ENGELSMEIER
Scheduling Coordinator
Remarks
Ceremonies and Events
Vancouver and Okanagan
STEPHEN J. TOOPE
President & Vice-Chancellor
Director
EILIS COURTNEY
DOUG OWRAM
Deputy Vice-Chancellor
University Marshal
NANCY HERMISTON
ALEXA WILSON
Professor of Music
Member, Graduating Class
Manager
ALANNA VERNON
Assistant
ERIN PODMOROW
Enrolment Services
Procession of Faculty
Graduation Coordinator
Marshal
T erra K irkham
ROBERT WHITELEY
B.Ed., M.Ed., Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of
Education
Graduation lists as shown in this program
were prepared two weeks before
Graduation and may therefore not be
completely correct; the names of some
graduates may be missing.
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F r i d ay , J u n e 5 t h
3:30 p.m.
The Degree of
M a s t e r o f A rt s
The Degree of
M a s t e r o f A pp l i e d S c i e n c e
Dean, Marvin Krank
Director, Spiro Yannacopoulos
College of Graduate Studies
Faculty of Applied Science
Owens, Bryce Andrew, B.A., Kelowna
Dean, Robert Campbell
Reader: Associate Director,
Dwayne Tannant
Paine, Kimberly Anne, Kelowna
Faculty of Education
Reader: Associate Professor, Carol Scarff
Droppo, Rejeanne Monique, B.Sc., B.Ed., Winfield,
Education
Hirtz, Janine Renee Marie, B.Ed., Kelowna, Education
The Degree of
M a s t e r o f E d u c at i o n
Dean, Marvin Krank
College of Graduate Studies
Dean, Robert Campbell
Boozarjomehri, Elham, B.Sc., Civil Engineering
Sun, Jianchen, B.Sc., B.Eng. M.Sc., Kelowna, Civil
Munroe, Jacqueline Theresa, B.A., Westbank
Oakes, Michael David, Kelowna
Olson, Matthew Neal, B.A., Vernon
Paulsen, Shauna Raelene, Penticton
Prokopetz, Rhya Jayne, B.A., Kelowna
Rivard, Angela Marie, B.A., Vernon
Ryder, Jennifer Elysse, Kelowna
Engineering
Santucci, Cara Michelle,B.Sc., Cranbrook
Wong, Carl Monway, Electrical Engineering
Schmidt, Samara Kimberley, B.A., Kelowna
Shore, Jenna Dolores, B.A., Vernon
The Degree of
B a c h e l o r o f E d u c at i o n
Simonin, Michelle Katia, Penticton
Dean, Robert Campbell
Stutters, Leigh Charis, B.A., Kelowna
Faculty of Education
Taylor, Pamela Anne Marie, Vernon
Reader: Associate Professor, Vicki Green
Faculty of Education
Elementary Teacher Education
Reader: Associate Professor, Carol Scarff
Blake, Bronwyn Bailee, Kelowna
Boru, Lindsay Anne, B.A., Vernon
Balkenhol, Jeffrey D, B.Ed., Kelowna
Campos, Amanda Michelle, Kelowna
Bencze, Maureen Ann, Kelowna
Coleman, Jennifer Anne, Vernon
Decker, Adrian John, B.Sc. Salmon Arm
Cressman, Nicole Marie, B.A., Kelowna
Foster, Lorna A., B.Ed., Penticton
De Graaf, Laura Anne, B.A., Westbank
Hall, Alison Mary, B.A., B.Ed., Revelstoke
Dekelver, Alanna Jean, B.A., Salmon Arm
Hayward, Gillian Mary, B.A., B.Ed., Kelowna
Dirk, Megan Louisa, Vernon
Hurley, Sinead Elizabeth, B.Ed., Fort McMurray, AB
Dosch, Leyna Kim, Kelowna
Kang, Ravina, B.A., B.Ed., Kelowna
Drost, Gary Andrew, Surrey
Lauze, Christina Vappu, B.Sc., B.Ed.
Emerson, Paul Francis, Vernon
Layne, Kevin Howard, B.Ed., Kelowna
Flahiff, Mark Patrick, Vernon
Liegmann, Karine Edith, B.A., Kelowna
Froste, Heather Marie, Kelowna, Nlakap'amux
Liman, Gayle Elizabeth, B.Sc.
Garrod, Rebecca Jean, B.Sc., Langley
Manzuik, Chantelle Helen, B.Sc., Kelowna
Gianakos, Kevin William, B.A., Kelowna
Margerison, Scott, B.Sc., B.Ed., Kelowna
Gianakos, Ramona Jadine, Kelowna
McLeod, Amber L., B.Sc., Kelowna
Goode, Amy Faith, Kelowna
Plaxton, Robert S., B.Ed., Kelowna
Grant, Bryna Jolynn, Winfield
Sra, Sandeep Kaur, B.A.
Hellyer, Madison Catherine, B.A., Kelowna
Tyssen, Devon Douglas, B.Ed., Lumby
Hunter, Thomas Alexander Michael
Tyssen, Kimberley Brooke, B.Ed. Lumby
Ivanitz, Heather Leigh, Kelowna
Kasimer, Danielle Erin, B.A., Toronto, ON
Kolmatycki, Erin Tana, Comox
Kowbel, Ashley Rose, B.A., Kelowna
Kwantes, Sarah Leanne, Vernon
Lang, Sabrina May, B.A., Kelowna
Leverrier, Ashlee Marie, Kelowna
Liebel, Sara Jane, Osoyoos
Louis, Ben, B.Sc., Vernon, Okanagan Nation
Marrs, Morgan Lorne, Kelowna
Mayer, Jason Scott
McAllister, Sarah Jane, B.A., Vernon
McNenly, Melissa Elizabeth, B.A., Kelowna
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Muir, Emma Diokno, Vernon
Spence, Nicole Marie, Kelowna
Strukoff, Caralyn Nicole, Kelowna
Torresani, Rena Jean, B.A., Nelson
Truesdell, Shannon Rita, B.A., Kelowna
Valiant, Christine Nicole, Kelowna
Wallace, Timaree Ann, B.A., Vernon
Wandeler, Kenneth John, Vernon
Watson, Ashley Janet, B.A., Kelowna
Wiens, Paige Alexandra, Summerland
Yuris, Michelle Dawn, Penticton
Secondary Teacher Education
French Education Specialty
Chen, I-Chen Josephine, B.A., Vancouver
Holdener, Jordan Lynne, B.A., Kelowna
O’Reilly, Nicole Jane, B.A., Summerland
Smoes, Amanda Jane, B.A., Vernon
Youngberg, Rochelle Edna, B.H.K., Prince George
Middle School Education Specialty
Bennett, Kerstin Elizabeth Ann, B.A., Kelowna
Brown, Lia Lauralei, B.F.A., Nelson
Dunne, Nicole Rae, B.A., Nelson
Geraghty, Christopher John, B.A., Langley
Hansen, Chelsea Chelan, B.A., Kelowna
Hayhurst, Scott Alexander, B.A., Port Alberni
Kehler, Amanda Mary, B.A., Kelowna
Kleinschmidt, Naomi Lynn, B.A., Kelowna
Kropinak, Bradley Dale, B.A., Coleman, AB
Laird, David Gordon, B.A., Kelowna
Lehn, Sherilyn Rae, B.F.A., Kelowna
MacAskill, Susan Patricia, B.A., Penticton
Mueller, Rhonda, B.F.A., Winfield
Shaver, Lisa Nicole, B.Mus., Vernon
Tribiger, Melissa Patricia, B.A., Kelowna
White, Bridgit Marie, B.A., Kelowna
Wiebe, Jena Lynn, B.A., Kelowna
Youngberg, Alanna Wanda, B.A. Kelowna
Math-Science Education Specialty
Lee, Taehoon
Driscoll, Shane Edward, Kelowna
Li, Michael Chen-Kang, Vancouver
Heslip, Jamie Lee, Kamloops
Li, Qi
Liegmann, Paula
Liu, Chi
Littley, Erin Lindsay Adamson, B.Sc. (Hons), Kamloops
Locki, Erin Katrina, Coquitlam
Paziuk, Steve Michael, B.Sc., Saskatoon
Luo, Zheng
Podovennikoff, Elaine, B.Sc., Kelowna
Lye, Erryn Kathleen, Kelowna
Postnikoff, Jamie Joanne, B.Sc., Castlegar
McTeer, Joshua Michael, Waterloo, ON
Valente, Andria Nicole, H.B.Sc.
Medhurst, Ayesha Nailin, Burnaby
Wilde, Nola Maria, B.Sc.
Mohapatra, Sonam, Fremont, United States
Munro, Bailey Anne, Kelowna
Trades and Technology Education
Specialization
Bone, Thomas McBride, Salmon Arm
Brown, Douglas Elwin
Farnsworth, Jason Frederick
Gerbrandt, Brian Douglas, Armstrong
Knopf, Wayne Peter, Vernon
Major, Christopher Daniel, Kelowna
The Degree of
Bachelor of Management
Dean, Ian Stuart
Faculty of Management
Reader: Associate Professor,
Annamma Joy
Nakatsu, Jennifer Kimi, Calgary, AB
Noetzel, Michael Adam, Penticton
O'Flaherty, Megan Elizabeth,
Omoe, Katelyn Ellen, Edmonton, AB
Pan, Yan Yan
Panwar, Vikram Jeet, Port Coquitlam
Pocza, Beau William, Calgary, AB
Raby, Sarah Nicole, Keremeos
Rambold, Sarah Michelle, Kelowna
Ranger, Matthew Owen, Kelowna
Richards, Daniel Jamie, Kelowna
Riemer, Darci Leanne, Vanderhoof
Ritchie, Mark George, Kelowna
Robinson, Kristin Leigh, Kelowna
Robinson, Kyle Matthew, Armstrong
Sarwar, Saad, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Schlacht, Eric Michael, Langley
Allan, Melissa Christine
Shongrunden, Scott Ronald Mark, Penticton
Allison, David Robert, Kelowna
Smith, Skye
Bechtel, Steven Andrew, Kelowna
Soholt, Paul Christopher, Cold Lake, AB
Bedford, Jennie Margaret, Callander, ON
Struck, Casey Daniel, Edmonton, AB
Bhatti, Loveleen, Calgary, AB
Sui, Jian Shu, Kelowna
Brown, Alicia Michelle
Sylvain, Rene-Lee Meckenzie, Vernon
Burnette, Tammy Sue, Kelowna
Tarnow, Kerry Thomas William, Salmon Arm
Cain, Alexander Raymond, New Westminster
Tian, Ye
Carroll, Michelle Elizabeth, Edmonton, AB
Turner, Andrea Jane, Vancouver
Cattanach, Mark, Coquitlam
Venance, David Rick, Wetaskiwin, AB
Chen, Chuan Ting, Vancouver
Wilson, Alexa Kate, Kelowna
Chen, Wei-Yu Eric, Coquitlam
Yang, Fei Fei, Vancouver
Chiang, Po-Jen, B.A., Vancouver
Zhang, Biying, Kelowna
Davies, Geoffrey James, Whistler
Dobson, Michael Joseph Jones, Cardston, AB
Bachelor of Management
Driedger, Stuart Cameron, Kelowna
Minor in Economics
England, Jonathan Luke, Kelowna
Luo, Jason Wen Jie, Richmond
Ferguson, Joseph Patrick James,
Geddes, Trista Nicole, Calgary, AB
Georgison, Jessyca Lynn, Winnipeg, MB
Gliege, Carly Nicole, Kelowna
Jamieson, Megan Alisha, Winfield
Kletsky, Timothy John, Abbotsford
Kramer, Colby James, Airdrie, AB
Bachelor of Management
Minor in Psychology
Berard, Tyler Jack, Kelowna
Brisebois, Megan Kristina, Kelowna
Molnar, Kelly James, Montrose
Streu, Amanda Ashley
Kwan, Seville Stephanie, Fort Mcmurray, AB
Laing, Kaitlin Marlene, Kelowna
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