Graduating year: BHK 2007
Denise Yuen graduated in 2007 from the UBC School of Kinesiology and focused her studies on Physical Education with a Minor in Science. She is currently a Contractor with the Australian Paralympic Committee after working as a Village Duty Manager for the Australian Youth Olympic Festival.
With previous experience as a Canadian SportWORKS Officer (CSO) with Commonwealth Games Canada, Denise has worked internationally to assist both the Singapore National Olympic Council and National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka with an emphasis on improving their Games Team Management through the use of Zeus, an online information and games management system. While adapting to this new system, efficiencies in the organizations are achieved through the review and revision of processes, policies, procedures, and programs. Denise has also worked as the Manager of Community Development for the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and Sea-to-Sky Corridor with Special Olympics BC from 2008 to 2011.
Actively involved in the campus community throughout her undergrad, Denise reflects back on these formative years and says “Throughout my undergrad I remember writing numerous lesson plans and developing programs which have been helpful for me in managing programs and working with educators and coaches”. She continues her dedication to community spirit through volunteer work ranging from organizing the Commonwealth Games Canada Game of Life Walk/Run, to coaching Special Olympics athletes.
Advice to Current Students: “Networking is so important! The books and notes in University are just the beginning – there is so much more to learn and experience from the people and environment around you.”
