January 24, 2024
The Alumni Builder Awards recognize a cross-section of alumni representing both campuses who have significantly contributed to the university and enriched the lives of others, and in doing so, have supported alumni UBC’s mission of realizing the promise of a global community with a shared ambition for a better world and an exceptional UBC.
Recipients
Education: Judy Halbert, MEd’90, and Linda Kaser, BA’65, MEd’75
As longtime co-directors of the Networks of Inquiry and Indigenous Education and co-facilitators of the UBC Transformative Educational Leadership Program, Judy Halbert and Linda Kaser are invested in shaping a globally just society. Having served as teachers, principals, district leaders, and seconded directors at the BC Ministry of Education, they are deeply committed to achieving equity and quality for all learners. They consult internationally and remain dedicated to networking for innovation and improvement across education systems. Under their stewardship, there are now 10 international networks connected to BC-initiated work. Their relentless efforts ensure every learner ascends with dignity, purpose, and opportunity.
Kinesiology: Bree Fraser, BKin’18
After graduating with a Bachelor of Kinesiology degree, Bree Fraser capitalized on her interests and strengths by pivoting from clinical work to project management in high-performance sport. In 2021, she joined UBC’s Centre for Student Development and Leadership where she continues to provide support and inspires both students and alumni to explore leadership. In the School of Kinesiology Mentorship Program, she shares her wealth of experience to help students and alumni develop abilities and skills, connections, and networks for career success. A strong ambassador for the School, she has proven herself to be a passionate alumni builder.
Okanagan School of Education: Terry-Lee Beaudry, BEd’81 (Elementary)
As an educator, Terry-Lee Beaudry has dedicated herself to cultivating trust and relationships to help education communities develop. For nearly 20 years, she has volunteered with the UBC BC Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCPVPA) Foundations course to decolonize leadership. She also volunteers as a researcher and partner of UBC’s Co-Curricular Making SSHRC partnership grant. Her collaborations with local Indigenous communities and school teams have helped Central Okanagan Indigenous graduation rates soar from 31 to 86 per cent. Her career exemplifies a commitment to nurturing the next generation of learners.
