Inclusive Forestry Peer Mentor
The Inclusive Forestry Peer Mentor (IFPM) team is a group of dedicated senior 2+2/3+2 transfer students (spent at least one academic year at UBC) who are interested in supporting and enhancing the study life of their peers (new incoming transfer program students), and building a sense of learning community within the Faculty of Forestry.
Meet Our IFPM Team
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Youquan GongUrban Forestry Youquan is from Ningbo. He is a 3+3 transfer student from ZAFU. He loves gardening, cooking, and board games, and is known as a non-typical ENFJ and the chef of the dorm for everyone. In his final year in Vancouver, he is writing a "Cooking Guidebook for UBC Chinese International Students (revision)." He was awarded with 2023W Faculty of Forestry International Student Scholarship. Over the past few years, he has been serving in various student associations. His academic interests include insect identification and forestry policy research. Contact and talk to him about any life and study questions: youquan.gong.0625@gmail.com; 2668415253@qq.com. |
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Runchuan (Anna) XuWood Products Runchuan (Anna) Xu is a transfer student from BFU studying Wood Products Processing at UBC. She is passionate about woodworking, crafting, and painting. and works as a WorkLearn student in the CAWP right now. She won the Canadian Woodworking Machinery Distributors Association Prize in the 2023 Summer term and the UBC-UBG scholarship. Embracing each opportunity at UBC, she aims to make a meaningful impact within the Wood Science community. Email: runchuan@student.ubc.ca |
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Shangcheng LiUrban Forestry Shangcheng was transferred from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (FAFU) and going to graduate in the Urban Forestry program from UBC in 2024. From his past learning trajectory, he has worked and volunteered in various positions, such as urban forestry research assistant, summer Work-Learn program, museum educator, and arborist assistant. Shangcheng plays baseball and ukulele in his leisure time and is glad to welcome and connect with program newcomers. Feel free to shoot messages at shangcheng.li@qq.com. |
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Yifan XieConservation Yifan, a transfer student from FAFU, is majoring in natural resources conservation. Her academic journey from China to Canada has broadened her horizons and ignited a passion for addressing environmental issues. She deeply believes in the power and mystery of nature, viewing it as a force deserving the utmost respect and care. As the VP of Media for the International Forestry Student Association—University of British Columbia Local Committee (IFSA-UBC), Yifan disseminates environmental knowledge through social media and invites the public to academic seminars. In her free time, she finds solace and connection in the great outdoors, capturing the fleeting beauty of the natural world through photography. Email: fancyxie@student.ubc.ca |
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Yuxin ChenConservation Hi! I’m an undergraduate student at UBC, studying Natural Resources Conservation and Management. I served as an intern Ecology and River Researcher in the Government of China, where I gained valuable insights into river ecosystems. Currently, I’m working as an EcoRanger in Stanley Park, passionately introducing visitors to its diverse species and fascinating ecosystems. I have a deep love for wild species and the breathtaking beauty of nature. My goal is to contribute to the conservation and protection of our precious natural resources. Excited to connect with like-minded individuals who share my enthusiasm for the environment Email: yuxinchen926@gmail.com
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Fanni XuForest Resource Management Fanni Xu is a transfer student from Nanjing Forestry University (NJFU), majoring in forest resource management. She won the UBC-UBG level II scholarship in 2021 and the UBC Go Global scholarship in 2022. Her current research focuses include the ecological effects of Green for Green Program (GFGP) in Northwestern China and farmers’ perceptions of GFGP in China. She is interested in fields like terrestrial carbon ecosystems, management of national parks in China, and conservation issues in biological hotspot areas. She loves make-up and wants to become a beauty influencer in her spare time. Feel free to contact her: xufann01@student.ubc.ca |
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Haikun ZhaoForest Sciences I was studying biotechnology at BFU before transferring to UBC. I know that it is uneasy adapting to unfamiliar surroundings, especially when studying abroad. So, I always welcome you to ask any questions about academic, research experience, or even social events. Please feel free to email me. I am pretty glad to offer advice for you to ignite your own career. Email: haikun@student.ubc.ca |
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Jiayi ShiForest Sciences I come from Shaanxi, China, a transfer student from BFU. I major in forest sciences and have research experience in microbiology. I participated in URO-REX program in the year 2021-2022 at UBC and published an abstract in URNCST Journal. I am serving as a volunteer journal assistant for URNCST Journal. I was also a teaching volunteer in UBC Chinese Learning Program. I love singing, drawing, watching horror movies, and swimming. I am outgoing and easy to communicate with! Email: asjy0704@student.ubc.ca |
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Runyi ShenForest Sciences Runyi is a transfer student from Beijing Forestry University (BFU). He had volunteered in plant molecular labs at both BFU and UBC. As a person that is enthusiastic about biological science, Runyi has now finished his third-year academic session at UBC and is willing to keep studying in the biological field to investigate the secrets of life. Coming from the capital city of Beijing, Runyi is interested in Chinese history and loves to watch movies, he is also a star Wars and Lego fan. Email: runnyshen@gmail.com |
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Ziyu YangForest Sciences Ziyu is a transfer student from BFU and studies Forest Science at UBC. She is willing to give help to freshmen and gives suggestions on life and study in their first year of UBC. In her spare time, she loves to explore the city and enjoy life in Vancouver. She is easy to talk with and you can contact her through this email: yzycicy0405@gmail.com. |
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Chenming WeiNatural Resources Conservation Chenming is a transfer student from FAFU. He has participated in the Co-op program, Tri-mentoring program, and Go Global program. He has worked and volunteered in the Environmental Company and Climate Change Group. Don’t hesitate to contact with him if you have any questions: wcm926@student.ubc.ca. |
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Tianrun (Kira) WangNatural Resources Conservation Tianrun (Kira) Wang is a 2+3 transfer student from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, she was admitted into the University of British Columbia in 2021. She is currently working as a TA in the summer go global program. In her spare time, she enjoys playing the violin and watching soccer games, she's willing to share her experience about her life at UBC and if anyone has questions don't feel pressured to talk with her. Email: Kirawang723@gmail.com |
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Yiyang ShenUrban Forestry Yiyang (Daniel) is from Hangzhou, a third-year transfer student from ZAFU, majoring in UF (Urban Green Space Management). He got 2-year experience in researching the interaction of microorganisms at ZAFU and won the UBC-UBG Scholarship when he entered UBC. He enjoys traveling and taking pictures, especially of landscapes and wildlife. He is extremely willing to share his experience in study and life to help transfer students adapt better to the changing learning environment. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask for any help at syydaniel@gmail.com. |
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Herbert DongWood Products Processing Herbert is from Beijing Forestry University and he has studied at UBC for two years. He majors in Wood Products Processing and is now in the CO-OP program (not minor in Commerce). He enjoys the sunshine and the sound of waves lapping against the beach. His research interest is biochemistry, though that is not easy for him. Email: herbert.dong@alumni.ubc.ca
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Anqi ChaoForest Sciences Anqi is from Qingdao. She is a transfer student from Beijing Forestry University with UBC-UBG scholarship in 2020. She has research experiences in molecular biology lab and volunteer experiences in community clinic. She likes making new friends and willing to help freshmen. Email: angelchao321@163.com |
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Hui ChenUrban Forestry Hui is a transfer student from ZAFU. She has participated in the Co-op program and Tri-mentoring program. She can offer help to freshmen adapt to the new life in UBC and academic assistance on Urban Forestry. Email: hui.chen0102@outlook.com |
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Dingfan CuiForest Resources Management Dingfan graduated from Forest Resources Management in 2021. She won the UBC-UBG scholarship from Nanjing Forestry University in 2019. She was admitted to Master of Land and Water Systems graduate student at the University of British Columbia. She is interested in painting, reading and watching cartoons. Her favorite cartoon is SpongeBob SquarePants. She can be contacted through the mail: kelseycdf@gmail.com. |
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Jiahui LianNatural Resources Conservation Jiahui studied Ecology at Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University and was admitted to the Natural Resources Conservation program at the University of British Columbia in 2020. She was awarded the 2020 UBC-UBG forestry scholarship by the faculty of forestry. In her spare time, she enjoys pottery, an activity that appeals to her as a way of visualizing and preserving instant inspiration. She is very willing to share her experience to help transfer students adapt better to the new learning environment. If you have any questions, feel free to contact her by email: jiahui99@student.ubc.ca. |
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Xiaoyu ShiWood Products Processing Xiaoyu is from Shenzhen, he came to the Wood Products Processing program from BFU in 2020 with a UBC-UBG Scholarship. He has a zest for visual arts, design and social sciences, with internship and summer school experiences in architecture: the degree and career he will pursue in the future. He is very willing to offer help for new transfer students. Email: rockyxys99@gmail.com |
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Zirui TangWood Product Processing Zirui is from Shanxi, China, a senior student transferred from Beijing Forestry University, major in Wood Products Processing and minor in Commerce. He is interested in running, reading, and photographing. As a Co-op student, he once worked as a marketing intern in BMW China. He is enthusiastic, easy-going, and willing to help and chat with you. Email address: terry004@student.ubc.ca |
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Yunhan WangForest Sciences Yunhan Wang is a transfer student from Nanjing Forestry University with UBC-UBG scholarship in 2020. She has experience in research project, student organizations and won the National Scholarship. She enjoys detective stories and performances by idols/singers/dancers. Email address: 971782040@qq.com or wangyh16@student.ubc.ca |
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Ziwen ZhangForest Sciences Ziwen is a 3+2 transfer student from Beijing Forestry University with UBC-UBG scholarship in 2020. With interests in Science, she has 2-year research experiences at animal physiology lab and participated in URO-REX program in the year 2020-2021 at the University of British Columbia. She also serves as a volunteer on a science communication platform. She loves travelling, music, anime, and keeps a cute black poodle. Email: zhangziwen0525@gmail.com |
Dingfan Cui
Forest Resources Management
Dingfan came from Nanjing Forestry University with UBC-UBG scholarship in 2019. She is interested in painting, reading and watching cartoons. Sometimes she records vlogs to recording life. Her favourite cartoon is SpongeBob SquarePants.
Jinyi Tan
Forest Sciences
Jinyi is a transfer student from Beijing Forestry University with UBC-UBG scholarship in 2019. She has participated in research on molecular biology and won the National Scholarship. She has volunteer and work experiences in wildlife conservation and teaching assistant. She is a Ravenclaw.
Hui Chen
Urban Forestry
Hui is a transfer student from ZAFU. She has participated in the Co-op program and Tri-mentoring program. She can offer help to freshmen adapt to the new life in UBC and academic assistance on Urban Forestry.
Peili (Perry) Wang
Forest Sciences
Perry is from Chongqing, China, a senior student transferred from Beijing Forestry University. She had been a research assistant and volunteer in the lab of both UBC and BFU, working on data analysis and data cleaning. She loves Chinese calligraphy and willing to make friends.
Qingyang (Laura) Li
Natural Resources Conservation
Laura is from Changsha City, Hunan Province, China. She is a 3+2 student at UBC from Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University (FAFU). She is interested in painting, eating, and playing video games. She also loves anime, musical, and fluffy pets. She has volunteer and work experience as a panda keeper in the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in 2016. She also had an internship in the Hunan Academy of Forestry during the winter vacation in 2019.
Siwei Chen
Wood Products Processing, Minor in Commerce
Siwei has a background in commerce and is going to receive a degree in Wood Science both at BFU and UBC. She is willing to chat with others and ready to help. As a Co-op student, she once worked as a research assistant in the Advanced Renewable Materials Laboratory at UBC’s Wood Science Department.
Wenqing (Eva) Kong:
Forest Resources Management
An enthusiastic student has a dual degree of Finance and Forest Resources Management with the National Scholarship and First-class Scholarship, who is keen on making better use of the natural resources to serve the economy in a more sustainable manner. And she had an internship experience in McKinsey & Company as a management consultant. She is also an Associate of UBC CSSA and Guzheng chief of UBC China Music Club.
Yanbo (Jesse) Liu
Urban Forestry
A senior student has degree of Urban Forestry Program, minor in Green Space Management. A transfer student from FAFU. Was awarded by China Scholarship Council. Had an internship in Midea Group as human resource assistant.
YeLing (Monica) Xia
Wood Products Processing, Minor in Commerce
YeLing is a transfer student enrolled in UBC from NFU with UBC-UBG and China Scholarship Council scholarship since 2017, major in Wood Products Processing and minor in Commerce. She is willing to provide academic and life assistance, as well as communicate the interests in animation, painting, and dubbing.
Yiqi (Fiona) Yan
Urban Forestry
Yiqi Yan, a transfer student from Zhejiang A&F University and came to UBC in 2019. Throughout the time at ZAFU, she won a Zhejiang provincial government scholarship. She has participated in Co-op Program in her first year at UBC. She has an interest in traveling.
Yizheng (Skyler) Wang
Natural Resources Conservation - Global perspective
She came from FAFU to UBC in 2018 with UBC-UBG scholarship, expected to graduate in 2021. She has done research projects relating forest certification, agroforestry, and remote sensing. Participated in Go global summer exchange program in Denmark, conducted field research in IKEA headquarter and was awarded the Go Global International Learning Programs Award.
Yufei Zhu
Urban Forestry
Yufei is a transfer student from Zhejiang A&F University. She came to UBC with UBC-UBG scholarship in 2019. She is willing to help freshmen answer questions about their major and life.
Part of the 2019 IFPM Team (from top left - Xinyu Zhu, Zhengyang Ye, Yating Yang, Haiwen Zhang, Yuhan Kang, Yu Luo, Boxuan Hu, Ziqi Zhou, Siwei Chen, and Sitong He. The others are Bingqian Li, Jiaqi Li, Yangqian Qi, Shixin Zhao, & Yaying Zhou.
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