Today we shine our Alumni Spotlight on Herbert Mi from China. After graduating from Alexander College and transferring to UBC Sauder through the University Transfer program, Herbert now works as an Academic Advisor at Alexander College.
Herbert recalls that while he excelled in science subjects like math and chemistry during high school, he initially struggled with English upon joining Alexander College. However, the college provided a structured pathway through courses such as English 099, English 100, and English 101, allowing him to strengthen his language skills without needing additional tests like IELTS.
Choosing Alexander College was heavily influenced by the recommendation of family friends, highlighting its strong reputation and excellent track record of transferring credits to top universities like UBC. Herbert particularly appreciated that nearly all courses at Alexander College were fully transferable, allowing students to explore various fields, from computer science to sociology and psychology, before deciding on a major.
Herbert emphasized the importance of student support services at Alexander College, especially the Writing and Learning Centre, which offered friendly and accessible English tutoring.
During his time at Alexander College, Herbert gained valuable work experience as a student worker, which later helped him secure employment after graduating from UBC.
Herbert encourages new students not to hesitate in seeking help or participating in activities, assuring them that the staff at Alexander College are welcoming and supportive.
If you’re a current student at AC, we would love to hear our story! Contact us at social@alexandercollege.ca and you may have a chance to be featured in a future blog and video.
Alexander College acknowledges that the land on which we usually gather is the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work in this territory.
Alexander College acknowledges that the land on which we usually gather is the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are grateful to have the opportunity to work in this territory.
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