Hello everyone! My name is Nicholas Feng, and I am a 2nd-year undergrad Kinesiology student in the Neuromechanical and Physiological Sciences Stream. This year, I will be working as the communications coordinator for “Campus Kinnections,” a program that pairs upper-year students with first-year and transfer students in Kinesiology. I joined Campus Kinnections to provide incoming students to the UBC community a sense of belonging and knowledge that upper-year students can provide, whether that be academic, personal, or a friendly face on campus to connect and communicate. This opportunity allows both mentors and mentees to learn more about their fellow Kinesiology students, and to develop their interests, skills, and qualities.
Coming into UBC last year was difficult and had many challenges and hurdles to overcome. I hope to use my experiences in previous clubs, work experience, and extracurriculars to support incoming students and provide them a program that values not only academic development but also personal growth.
UBC has provided fantastic opportunities to work in various interests and fields. I have worked as a research assistant on diverse projects, both within Kinesiology and other faculties. Outside the classroom, I am working as a collegia advisor at upper exchange and as an MOA/Rehab specialist trainee at a musculoskeletal clinic.
At the end of a long day, I enjoy just cooking some nice food and relaxing with either a good book or watching something on the television, but the food is always important and something that I am passionately trying to develop my skills.
My goal after I graduate with my Kinesiology degree is to pursue a career in the healthcare field. Whether that be physically practicing, or in health policy, I want to progress patient care that is advanced and efficient.
I hope you all have a great academic year, and if you ever see me on campus, don’t be afraid to say hello!
I am the person in the brown shirt in the photo!
