Celebrating the Class of 2025: Q & A with Akshat Porwal
In this Q & A spotlight, Bachelor of Management grad Akshat Porwal reflects on his journey at UBC Okanagan—including leadership with the Management Student Association and a transformative co-op experience at RBC.
Celebrating the Class of 2025: Q & A with Insha Hooda
Insha Hooda reflects on her transformative journey at UBC Okanagan, from overcoming personal challenges to founding a student chapter of Engineers in Action. Through the Co-op Program and deep campus involvement, she gained hands-on experience, built meaningful connections, and discovered a passion for leadership rooted in impact.
Andela Acic: UBC Okanagan’s 2024 Co-op Student of the Year
Andela Acic, a Bachelor of Science student majoring in Computer Science with a minor in Psychology, has been named the 2024 UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Co-op Student of the Year.
10 Seconds of Courage: How Egan Wong Found His Passion for Marketing at UBCO
It only took 10 seconds of courage for Egan Wong to discover his passion for marketing and content creation. A vibrant 4th-year Bachelor of Management student at UBCO, Egan is currently diving deep into the world of marketing through his co-op placement.
From Transfer to Triumph: Bravim Paul Saini’s Management Journey
Transferring schools in the third year can be a challenging transition, but Bravim Paul Saini embraced it wholeheartedly, driven by his passion for business, economics, and entrepreneurship. His journey to UBCO was a calculated leap and Bravim quickly made his mark at UBCO. Bravim actively participated in campus life and served as the Student Representative for the Innovation Council at the Management Student Association. In addition to his academic achievements, Bravim completed co-op placements at Hackworks and the UBC Integrated Renewal Program Student, gaining invaluable insights and practical skills and preparing him for a successful career.
From the classroom to the vineyard
Undergraduate student Brooklyn Becker gains hands-on skills through her wine science co-op experience.
Multitasking Management with Bao Thai
Someone give Bao Thai an award for the most diversely involved Bachelor of Management student! As a third-year student, Bao’s commitment to personal and professional growth is evident through his participation in the MSA as the VP of Finance, UBCO Rock N Roll, the Accounting Club, the UBCO chess club, RBC, JDC West and the Finance Club. In these roles, Bao honed his public speaking and analytical skills which has aided him in becoming the winner of the Live Case Competition! Bao’s dedication to continuous improvement and community engagement is also reflected in his future aspirations as he aims to pursue the CPA program at Deloitte after completing his co-op experience there.
Meet Akshat Porwal: The New Face of MSA
Meet the MSA President of the 2024/25 academic year, Akshat Porwal! Akshat’s journey with the Management Students Association (MSA) has been nothing short of transformative, enriching his time at UBCO and shaping his approach to business and life. Through the MSA, Akshat has not only embraced the importance of teamwork but discovered the power of stepping outside his comfort zone. Inspired by his father’s career in banking and entrepreneurship, Akshat has found his passion for the finance world. His hands-on experience through a 12-month co-op as an Administrative Assistant in Commercial Banking at RBC, followed by a summer internship as a Client Advisor, has solidified his aspirations within the banking industry.
Insha Zameer Hooda: Shaping the Future of Business, One Step at a Time
In the bustling corridors of UBCO, Insha Zameer Hooda is approaching the final stretch of her Bachelor of Management journey. Driven by a quest for knowledge and a passion for business, Insha has found a home in the Management community as the VP of Academic Affairs for the Management Student Association and as a founding member of Engineers in Action Okanagan. Extending beyond academics, Insha seized a co-op opportunity at Integris Consulting Ltd as a Project Coordinator where she applied classroom to support the delivery of large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects.
Ifaz Chowdhury: Following Family Footsteps to a Bright Future in Accounting
Attracted to UBCO by the positive experiences of his older brothers, Ifaz Chowdhury sought to explore the abundant opportunities and academic growth the university offered firsthand. His journey through the Management program has been marked by significant takeaways, including his active involvement as the VP of Finance for the Management Student Association and participation in the co-op program, which has led Ifaz toward a bright future in accounting.