On today’s episode we have Sara Kishawi, a Palestinian community organizer and Sociology graduate from Vancouver Island University. She’s joining us today to talk about student activism, institutional supression, and misconceptions to unpack in relation to the ongoing genocide in Palestine. UFV’s Faculty and Staff Association welcomed Sara in October 2025 for their event, “Promoting … Read more
On today’s episode we have Dr. James Mandigo, our own President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the Fraser Valley. He’s joining us today to talk about how UFV embodies changemaking, the nuances of measuring impact, and how students can practice changemaking during their studies. Please note, this episode was recorded Fall 2025 and so … Read more
On today’s episode we have Dr. Ajay Parasram, Associate Professor of International Development Studies and History at Dalhousie University, joining our guest hosts Chelsea Klassen, CHASI lead researcher, and Navjot Kaur, CHASI research assistant. He joined us to talk about how Indian politics intersect with themes in his primary work, the impact of protest movements, … Read more
On today’s episode, we have Jenna Kerr, MA Counselling Psychology Student at Western University. She’s joining us to talk about how qualitative research has played a role in her educational journey, her honours research, and her hopes for how healthcare providers can think more creatively about what it means to provide care. Please note, this … Read more
On today’s episode we have Will Dow-Kenny, a neuroscience graduate from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York. He’s joining us today to talk about doing applied research, his experience as a student athlete, and his post-graduation plans. Please note, this episode was recorded in summer 2025 and so minor details may have changed. Since … Read more
On today’s episode we have Aysha McConkey, a Bachelor of Environmental Studies graduate, junior biologist, and wildlife artist. She’s joining us today to talk about the importance of co-op placements during her academic journey, various types of local wildlife conservation efforts, and the synergy between art and science to mobilize knowledge. Learn more about Aysha’s … Read more
On today’s episode we have Jeff Mijo-Burch, University of the Fraser Valley alumni and CHASI Communications & Design Specialist. He’s joining us today to talk about his academic and career journeys, amplifying and uplifting marginalized voices through knowledge mobilization, and opportunities for growth by utilizing effective communication. Please note, this episode was recorded in summer … Read more
On today’s episode we have Megan Filiatrault, a Bachelor of Kinesiology student at the University of the Fraser Valley. She’s joining us today to talk about her research project with Dr. Iris Lesser, and how qualitative research has informed her work with postpartum women on realistic and self-compassionate physical activity goals. Please note, this episode … Read more
On today’s episode of Students on a Floating Rock, we are happy to have Durgesh, Dueen, Mel, and Sargun of Enactus UFV as our guests. They joined us to talk about what Enactus is, the variety of projects they’re working on, and their experiences at the 2025 Regional and National competitions. Learn more about Enactus … Read more
Students on a Floating Rock is happy to have Dr. Anna Griffith, an associate professor of Theatre, and Changemaker Curriculum developer as our guest for the second episode. She’s joining us today to talk about how changemaking is already woven into the fabric of UFV, an introduction to UFV’s new social innovation certificate, and how … Read more
