Student Research Assistant
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Isa is a second-generation Chinese Canadian settler living on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh nations. She recently graduated from UBC with a BFA in Creative Writing, and Asian Canadian and Asian Migration Studies. With storytelling experience through photography, video, and radio, she seeks to explore how migration shapes the world we live in.
Student Research Assistant
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Jarren is currently a third-year History major at UBC. She has participated in various social activities in the local community. As a volunteer coordinator and a Duke of Edinburgh Award Leader, she has met many students and parents. She aims to help them adapt to their new study and living environment using her knowledge and passion.
Student Research Assistant
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Melissa Lee is a fourth-generation Chinese Canadian pursuing a major in English Literature Honours and a minor in Asian Canadian and Asian Migrations studies. Melissa is passionate about recovering her ancestor’s migration stories along with other Chinese migration and exclusion stories. As such, Melissa is interested in the influence of storytelling in community-building as well as a form of resistance against the colonial narratives that have, and continue to shape the perceptions of Chinese in what is currently called “Canada”.
Student Research Assistant
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Runmin is a current interdisciplinary major at UBC. He believes, “Don’t assume everyone older than them knows what they’re doing. Nobody has all the answers, and everyone is navigating their path. Education not only teaches us how to think but also provides us with the freedom to choose what we think about.”
Student Research Assistant
Groups: Students
My name is Demetria but you can call me Demi. I am a third-year undergraduate student majoring in International Relations with a minor in Political Science. I was born and raised in Chengdu, China, and have lived between there and Vancouver throughout my education. As a 1.5 generation immigrant, my experiences have influenced my desire to assist newcomers in adapting to their new surroundings. I’m passionate about bridging diverse cultural narratives, aiming to facilitate a smoother transition for those navigating the complexities of integrating into a new culture.
Kaitlyn Lee (she/her) is a 4th year Sociology major and Asian Canadian and Asian Migration minor at UBC. Her passions for community engagement, representation, and accessible storytelling for change have guided her experiences in and out of academic spaces. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, drawing, and capturing memories on her digital camera.
Born and raised in so-called “Vancouver” Julianna Yue is a third-year student majoring in Sociology and minoring in First Nations and Indigenous Studies interwoven with some interdisciplinary content in Asian Studies. She is Métis-Cree with Chinese and mixed European settler roots. She is interested in diasporic representations, storytelling, social justice, and identity. Additionally, she enjoys spontaneous adventures and exploring new places.
As an undergraduate student of Economics and International Relations at the University of British Columbia, Kelly is excited to learn more about inclusive research, economic patterns to Asian migration, and policy development. In her spare time, you can find her exploring the bubble tea shops of Vancouver with a book in hand.
Felicity Gutierrez (they/them) is a first-generation Filipino immigrant and 3rd year student at UBC, majoring in International Relations and minoring in Asian Canadian and Asian Migration Studies. Outside of INSTRCC, they are also involved in project-oriented and peer mentorship work. When Felicity has free time, they enjoy drawing, writing poetry, and eating good food.
Deborah is a 4th year Global Resource System student studying environmental sustainability at UBC, also enrolled in the B+MM program. As a 1st generation Canadian immigrant, she is passionate about exploring diverse cultural narratives and bridging Asian and Western cultures. Beyond school and work, Deborah is a multi-talented individual in singing, playing Chinese Zither, and dabbling in new hobbies such as embroidery. She also finds joy in long walks with her dog, cherishing simple but meaningful bonds that enrich life.
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