Brandon Lam is set to graduate on June 17th, 2020 with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology in the Interdisciplinary Stream. Upon transferring into UBC from Capilano University, he immediately became heavily involved within the Kin community.
Looking back at his UBC KIN journey, Brandon says “The School of Kinesiology is like no other school at UBC. I was welcomed with open arms by students of all years, both inside and outside of the classroom. My first Kin event was Kin Camp — a weekend camping trip for first years and transfer students to mingle and connect with people that they’ll spend the next few years alongside. After that, I was hooked on everything kinesiology! I started attending more kinesiology events which led me to work with the KUS. Without the ‘Kin-munity’, and the relationships I have created along my entire undergraduate degree, I would not be the person I am today.”
Brandon was an active contributor to the School. He served as the KUS Vice President of Student Life, coordinating traditional School events such as the KIN Boat Cruise, the Ski Trip, formal dinners, sport weeks, and networking events. For the past 3 years, Brandon has also enjoyed being a team member of the UBC Kin Games, a Canada-wide university “Kinesiology Olympics.” Brandon worked for 3 placement semesters in the Kinesiology Co-op program, and states that the experience helped him immensely to improve and fine tune his resume, and build his interview and skill acquisition abilities. Brandon says that his Kinesiology background has permitted him to find many volunteer opportunities and part-time jobs, some of which include becoming a RYU Campus Connector, assisting the Canucks Ice Team, and working in fitness facilities.
After graduation Brandon will apply to do a Master of Physical Therapy, and hopes to one day fulfill his dream of becoming a physiotherapist and opening up his own clinic or working alongside a professional sports team.
Brandon’s Advice for First Years and Transfer Students: “Get involved! Whether it be with the KUS or any KIN opportunities or events, you never know who you’ll meet or what could spark a new interest.”