AlumniThe Village That Saved Me: How Hobbies and Community Carried Emily Meier Through BurnoutAt 24, Emily Meier describes her journey through life and academics as one shaped by resilience, curiosity, and an openness to change. BEEDIE LUMINARIES — At five years old, many of Read More
NewsCareer Confidence in Action: Our Ongoing Partnership with HighView PartnersBEEDIE LUMINARIES — On Wednesday, May 21st, we had the pleasure of partnering once again with HighView Partners for a career workshop designed to help our alumni navigate today’s job market Read More
AlumniTwo Planes from Home: Alancia Jeffery on Growing Up, Finding Third Spaces, and Building CommunityFrom varsity rugby to law school in a new city, Alancia Jeffery shares how embracing unfamiliar spaces has helped her discover deeper connection, confidence, and purpose. BEEDIE LUMINARIES — One spring Read More
AlumniWhen Planning Meets Purpose: A Conversation with GSA Recipients, Anoop Dayal and Avery ChanBEEDIE LUMINARIES — Community is everywhere. It shows up in familiar places like our workplaces and schools, but also in the coffee shop we visit on quiet Sunday afternoons, the fitness Read More
ArticleMentor Spotlight: Patrick Julian and a Career Built on Purpose and Giving BackBeedie Luminaries — At Beedie Luminaries, mentorship is more than guidance. It’s about shaping futures, fostering resilience, and helping students unlock their potential. Patrick Julian, a longtime mentor and senior partner Read More
ArticleMentor Spotlight: Colleen Yee’s Commitment to Growth, Inclusion, and EmpowermentBeedie Luminaries — Mentorship is at the heart of the Beedie Luminaries program. With over 300+ dedicated mentors in our network, we are proud to highlight the incredible individuals who guide, Read More
AlumniThe Elusive Definition of Success: Pursuing Happiness through Internal ValidationBEEDIE LUMINARIES — In the fall of 2019, eighteen year-old Sally Jiao was one of 80 students who joined the very first cohort of the Beedie Luminaries Scholarship Program. At the Read More
NewsCohort 2024 Highlights: Tina Zeng Presented with Vistara Elevate Award 2024BEEDIE LUMINARIES — Each year, the Vistara Elevate Award honors a student of ethnic and racial diversity pursuing a degree in finance or STEM to promote much-needed diversity in these sectors Read More
ArticleBeedie Luminaries Selection Committee Member Dr. David Paterson Steps Into New Role at Vancouver Island UniversityBeedie Luminaries is proud to celebrate Dr. David Paterson as he steps into his new role as Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Human Rights at Vancouver Island University (VIU). While Read More