April 8, 2025
Congratulations to Gizem Guryil and Carrie Peters, recipients of the 2024-25 UBC Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award
In recognition of the important contributions Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTA) make to our programs, UBC annually presents the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Award. Successful candidates have demonstrated teaching excellence and are highly regarded by undergraduate students and supervisors. Award adjudication takes place within the Faculties.
Gizem Guryil
Gizem Guryil, a graduate student in the Faculty of Education’s Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology and Special Education is a highly valued teaching assistant recognized for bridging theory and practice, fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, and helping students connect course content to real-world classroom applications.
Known for her leadership, organization and responsiveness, Gizem consistently receives outstanding student feedback. Her passion, pedagogical skill and commitment to student learning are evident in her meaningful feedback, support for diversity, and proactive, team-oriented approach to teaching.
Carrie Peters
Carrie Peters, a graduate student and TA Training Coordinator in the Faculty of Education’s School of Kinesiology is an exceptional emerging leader in post-secondary education. She brings extensive experience and a thoughtful, equity-centred approach, exceeding expectations in advancing teaching assistant development and student learning.
Carrie is recognized for her clarity, organization and passion for creating inclusive, supportive learning environments. Her leadership, insight and dedication to mentoring have made a lasting impact on both the program and the broader teaching community.
To learn more about the Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Awards, visit the Office of the Provost and Vice-President Academic’s 2023-24 Killam Graduate Teaching Assistant Awards page.
