Indigenous faculty & student interviews
Discover the personal stories of Indigenous faculty, students and alumni from our department and learn how those experiences shape and influence their research.
Interviews
Angela Magon
Chemistry Alumna Angela Magon discusses co-discovering a class of antibiotics, finding a place in the chemistry field, and being a pioneer of Indigenous education in BC.
Matthew Wiebe
PhD Graduate Matthew Wiebe talks about Indigenous representation in chemistry, their goal of becoming a professor, and connecting their research to how it can benefit their community.
Danielle Hanke
PhD Candidate and UVic alumna Danielle Hanke discusses connecting with Indigenous people in their community, the challenges of leaving home, and how identity influences their research in pharmaceutical science.
K’sana Wood Lynes-Ford
Undergraduate researcher K’sana Wood Lynes-Ford talks about experiencing culture shock, their research on genetic variants in Northern Indigenous communities, and UVic resources for Indigenous students.
Ryland Giebelhaus
Professor Ryland Giebelhaus talks about his experience as a first-generation student, incorporating Indigenous perspectives in science, and the importance of mentorship.