Swain, Derek
Graduating year: 1977
Degree: MPE
While a student on campus Derek developed his loyalty to UBC and to Athletics by serving as a co-manager of Thunderbird basketball teams which included the 1969/70 and the 1971/72 teams both inducted into the UBC Sports Hall of Fame. Active on campus, Derek was elected AMS Vice-President and student Senator.
Hunt, Ted
Graduating year: 1957, 1961
Degree: BPE, MPE
In his graduating year Hunt was awarded the Bobby Gaul award as UBC’s athlete of the year at the same time selected the province’s Athlete of the Year. That summer (1957) Hunt tried out with the BC Lions football team and not only made the team but was named the Lions’ Rookie of the Year. The following year, he was selected the team’s Outstanding Canadian Player of the Year.
McNulty, Bill
Graduating year: 1968
Degree: BPE
Bill McNulty is known for service to his community as a teacher, sports aficionado and city councillor. His story begins as a member of the UBC Physical Education (Kinesiology) class graduating in 1968 with a Masters in 1970.
Pomfret, Marilyn (1932-2019)
Graduating year: 1954
Degree: BPE
While teaching and coaching at UBC Marilyn assumed the role of UBC’s women’s athletic director where she became acknowledged as a true “Builder.” Her dedication to the principals of equality and co-operation led to more athletic opportunities for female athletes, more women participating and more equal funding.
Schiebler, Jeff
Graduating year: 1996
Degree: BHK
While leading UBC to championship levels, Jeff in 1995, set UBC, Canada West and CIS national records in the 3,000m. In the 10,000m he achieved the Olympic standard and competed for Canada in that event at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
Webster, Joanie
Graduating year:1980
Degree: BPE
One is immediately struck by Joanie Webster’s passion, exuberance and energy. The 1980 Recreation in Education graduate was a “builder” and student leader at UBC from the mid 1970s through 1990, particularly in the areas of Intramurals and Recreation.
Ip, Alvin
Graduating year: 2012
Degree: BKin
As an undergraduate student, Ip became passionate about exploring Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, a medical specialty concerned with restoring functional ability and quality of life in patients with neurological and musculoskeletal disabilities.
Wright, Thelma
Graduating year: 1973
Degree: BPE
The 1973 Physical Education and 1974 Education graduate is presently the only UBC female track athlete to appear in two Olympics and has won medals at Commonwealth, Pan American and World Student Games and at the World Cross Country and World All-Star meets. Recognized as one of the world’s leading cross-country runners she led UBC to three Canada West championships and two National titles.
McKaig, Terry
Graduating year: 1997
Degree: BHK
Terry as a player had made the Canadian national baseball team in 1995 but prior to his UBC appointment in 1997 had never before coached. Once he, along with his supporters the “Friends of Thunderbird Baseball”, established the program as part of the NAIA, the team experienced remarkable success.
Paterson, Ron
Graduating year: 1979
Degree: BPE
Bachelor of Physical Education, 1979 UBC Phys. Ed (Kinesiology) graduate Ron Paterson is one of the better known sports “personalities” in Vancouver and one who has given back to the game of hockey. During the 1970s Ron was one of the best amateur hockey goalies in BC, if not Canada.