Panelists
Apara
My name is Apara and I am in my fourth year of my science degree at the University of Winnipeg where I am doing a double major in biology and biochemistry. I am currently involved with Students for Herd Immunity as an ambassador for vaccine literacy and I am the current secretary and treasurer of the University of Winnipeg Biology Students Association. I have been involved in research throughout my high school and university career with a focus on oncology research. I have worked at labs at both Cancer Care Manitoba (2017) and the University of Winnipeg (2020-2021) and I have also volunteered at a lab at the University of Manitoba (2015-2016). I am looking forward to telling you about my undergrad journey so far!
Alexa Pommer
Alexa is a second-year student in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program at the University of Manitoba. This year, she is a general member on the Community Health Sciences Student Association (CHSA) and a trainee in the new Multidisciplinary Health Research Experience (MHRE). She aspires to pursue further studies in a professional heath program or graduate program. Alexa has a passion for the health sciences and is looking forwards to sharing her experience thus far. She hopes to inform prospective students and provide them with a better understanding of the university experience.
Kayla Kostal
Kayla Kostal is a Master of Science student in the Department of Community Health Sciences at the University of Manitoba. In May 2021, she received her BA (Hons) in Psychology with First Class Honours. Her undergraduate thesis examined changes in behaviour and mental health from transitioning to community homes in persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Her research interests include epidemiology, health policy, mental health, global health, infectious diseases, health of vulnerable populations, and chronic conditions.
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Project Pulse Winnipeg is proud to present “The Undergraduate Journey,” an event held on Sunday, January 30th, 2022. Three university students shared their undergraduate journeys and spoke about choosing a program, admission, scholarships, and further studies. They shared useful advice for anyone hoping to pursue university studies in the next few years. This event provides relevant information pertaining to the beginning of a university journey and what supports are in place.
We thank Alexa, Apara, and Kayla for sharing their useful advice and memorable stories with us!