Please note: The Allard Law Ambassadors will be observing a blackout period for the month of December in order to focus on exams. The Ambassadors will not be giving tours or replying to emails from April 9, 2025 to April 30, 2025.
Situated on the unceded, traditional and ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) people, the Allard School of Law at UBC is dedicated to continuing to build an equitable, inclusive and welcoming community for those who have been historically, persistently or systemically excluded from higher education.
Our Student Ambassador program plays an important role in supporting prospective and admitted students and helping foster a welcoming, inclusive and equitable environment. Students from historically underrepresented groups, including first-generation students, socio-economically underrepresented candidates, candidates who identify as Black, Indigenous or as a person of colour, and candidates with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply as Student Ambassadors.
Ambassadors can provide you with first-hand impressions of law school, living in Vancouver, their educational experience, and why they chose the Peter A. Allard School of Law. As a prospective student, you can reach out to our Ambassadors for advice and support throughout the application process and into your transition to law school.
Meet Our 2024-25 Ambassadors
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Zakiya Abdulaziz
Muslim Law Student, Business Graduate, World Explorer
Zakiya was born and raised in Vancouver, BC, and is a second-year law student. She completed her undergraduate degree at UBC in 2023 and holds a Bachelor of Commerce. During her undergraduate degree, Zakiya was an active volunteer with the Muslim Food Bank, Aspire Community Services, and Amnesty International. She spent the summer prior to law school traveling Fiji and New Zealand.
During her first year at Allard, Zakiya was involved with the Law Students’ Society as a Careers Services representative, the Allard Muslim Student Association (AMSA), and the South Asian Law Student Association (SALSA). She will be taking a lead in AMSA as the club’s President in her second year. Zakiya will be spending her 1L summer working in real estate law.
Outside of law school, Zakiya loves spending time with family, learning new recipes, and traveling (next on the bucket list is Turkey but she is open to recommendations!)
She is incredibly excited to help prospective students in their law school journey and can’t wait to meet all of you!
Alirod Ameri
Photography Enthusiast, Tort Law Enjoyer, UBC Science Grad
Alirod is a third-year law student who was born and raised in Coquitlam, British Columbia and graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in biology. During his undergraduate degree Alirod worked at UBC’s Beaty Biodiversity Museum and also served as a Residence Advisor, so he is quite familiar with on-campus student housing options at UBC.
During his time at Allard, Alirod has worked as a research assistant for Allard Law professors in both the subjects of trusts and tort law, and volunteered with Legal Education Outreach (LEO) where he talked to high school students about law school and different areas of law. He was also formerly a co-host of a radio program on UBC’s campus radio station, CITR 101.9 FM.
In the summer before his third year of law school, Alirod is working at the Vancouver office of an international law firm. In his free time, he enjoys taking walks around campus, photography, skiing and exploring the outdoors. Alirod is fluent in Persian and as a returning law student ambassador, he is thrilled to help prospective and new students with any questions they have and to welcome them to the vibrant Allard community.
Kristofer Charlebois
Canadian/American, Indigenous Ambassador, Mature Student, New Father
Kristofer is a second-year law student who grew up in both Vancouver and Los Angeles, having finally settled in Vancouver in 2003. He recently graduated from the University of British Columbia with his Bachelor of Arts degree after having spent over a decade as a carpenter and contractor within the Lower Mainland. Kristofer is from two nations, Cree with his nation being from Treaty 6 and Osage from the Osage Nation in Oklahoma. Having recently married his wife before starting at Allard, Kristofer now resides in on-campus family housing.
During his first year at Allard, Kristofer was a 1L representative for the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Committee (EDI) for the Law Students’ Association (LSS). Working with the EDI, he was able to bring forth his classmate’s issues regarding issues of EDI and worked with his fellow committee members to advocate for change. Kristofer was also a member of the Indigenous Law Students’ Association (ILSA) during his 1L year, where he will be continuing his involvement as the acting co-president for his 2L year.
In the summer, Kristofer and his wife welcomed their first child, while he continued his studies at Allard in summer courses.
Kristofer is an avid powerlifter and can be found at the gym in the early morning hours before starting his day.
Rojan Askar-pour
UBC Psych Undergrad, Wellness Advocate, Long Commuter
Rojan grew up in the city of West Vancouver and graduated from the University of British Columbia with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in the year 2023. During her undergraduate degree, Rojan worked for a property developer which sparked her interest in Real Estate Law.
During her first year at Allard, Rojan volunteered with the Law Students’ Society’s (LSS) Wellness Committee and Women’s Caucus. Additionally, she was a volunteer with the Legal Education Outreach Program (LEO) where she had the opportunity to present at various high schools and speak with students regarding law school and a career in law.
Rojan currently serves as the Vice President of the LSS Wellness Committee as well as the Vice President of Internal Relations in Women’s Caucus. With a passion for equality and diversity, Rojan is committed to ensuring each student feels valuable and a sense of belonging at Allard.
This summer, Rojan will be working as a research assistant with an Allard Law professor, working on various projects regarding topics of Corporate Law and Governance, Sustainability, Business Ethics, Climate Change, Critical Race Feminism. In her free time Rojan enjoys watching movies with her family and friends, watching K-dramas and trying a variety of diverse foods all around Vancouver. As a big foodie, Rojan enjoys discovering new hidden gems in Vancouver. With fluency in both Farsi and English, Rojan is thrilled to help students with various law school related inquiries and even food recommendations in Vancouver.
Farzeen Ather
(Mostly) Proud Albertan, Aspiring Litigator, Pop Culture Enthusiast
Farzeen is an incoming 2L student who grew up in Alberta (with a 5-year side quest in the Middle East). Farzeen completed her BA in English Literature and Law and Society from UBC. There was really no good reason to leave, so she stuck around to do law school in this beautiful corner of the world as well. Prior to Allard, Farzeen worked a variety of jobs on campus through UBC’s Work Learn program, which is a great opportunity for students looking to work during their degree (Law included!).
Farzeen was born in Pakistan and is happy to discuss her (very niche) experience of moving away for post-secondary as the eldest daughter of an Asian household. She is extremely passionate about access to justice and started volunteering in the public interest sector through Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC), which she is excited to continue in her own time going forward. She definitely sees herself as a future litigator, with a particular interest in criminal justice and civil disputes. In her first year, Farzeen was also a part of the UBC Law Review and affiliated with the South Asian Law Students Association and Allard Women’s Caucus. She is looking forward to exploring the many experiential learning opportunities at Allard (and maybe exchange?) in her upper years.
In her spare time, Farzeen runs her own book club (which her friends might say she uses just to hear herself talk), enjoys being bad at tennis, makes way too many Spotify playlists (it's therapeutic!), and gets emotionally attached to other people’s pets. Farzeen also happens to speak Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi.
Farzeen loved law school so much she became one of the 2024 Orientation Coordinators, and she can’t wait to welcome incoming 1Ls to the Allard community. However, she is also very happy to chat with other prospective students about navigating the application process and everything Allard (and Vancouver) has to offer!
Ursula Chinebuah
Ghanaian, Economics Graduate, Reality TV-Lover, Volunteer
Ursula grew up in Ghana, West Africa and moved to Canada 7 years ago. She attended Saint Mary’s University (Halifax) and completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Economics while working as a Sales Associate and a Teaching Assistant. During her undergrad, she volunteered as a mentor to Syrian refugee kids and as a regular visitor at a Nursing Home.
Prior to law school, Ursula worked as a Multi-Line Claims Analyst and later moved into a leadership role within the insurance industry. During her first two years of law school, she was the director of finance for the Allard chapter of the Black Law Students’ Association, volunteered with PBSC’s Consent project, Legal Education Outreach, BLSA Canada’s National Communications Committee, and served as treasurer for the Allard Wine Club. In the summer of 1L, she worked with a national law firms in downtown Calgary and this summer, she will be working in-house in Calgary.
In her spare time, she enjoys listening to music and podcasts, binging reality tv shows, and has recently started going to the theatre. She also enjoys traveling and learning new cultures. In the last 8 years, she has visited a new city and/or country each year and has lived in three different Canadian provinces.
Tiara Cunningham
Edmontonian, Indigenous Ambassador, Reality TV-lover, Hockey Mom
Tiara is a third-year law student who was born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta where she completed three years of a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology at the University of Alberta. Tiara is Cree Indigenous and her Nation is from Treaty 8, though she grew up on Treaty 6 territory. Since starting law school at Allard, she has resided in on-campus family housing with her 9-year-old son for two years.
In her first year at Allard, Tiara was involved in the Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) as both a clinician then clinic head at the Vancouver Provincial Court location. She has also been an active member of the Indigenous Law Students’ Association (ILSA) since her 1L year, serving on its executive board and managing the club's social media communications during her 2L year.
In the summer following her first year, Tiara had the unique opportunity to work in corporate law alongside in-house counsel for a large chain restaurant spanning Canada and the United States in their Vancouver head office. Following her second year, Tiara worked as a summer articling student at a law firm where she mainly assisted in areas concerning family law and mediation.
Outside of her legal studies, Tiara enjoys finding new hiking trails and coffee shops to try around the Vancouver area, watching reality TV and attending her son's hockey games.
Selasie Doe-Demosse
Ghanaian-Canadian, Mature Student, Volunteer, Adventurer
Selasie grew up in Ajax, Ontario, and is in her third year of law school. Before starting her law school journey, she pursued her undergraduate degree in Political Science and Criminology at the University of Ottawa. After her undergrad, she pursued a paralegal certification and worked between the private sector and the federal government for five years. Selasie has been an active member of the Black Law Students’ Association at the local and national levels throughout law school. She was previously an Assistant Editor for the UBC Law Review during her first year.
Outside of the classroom, Selasie loves volunteering and spends some of her free time working in the community to help reintegrate convicted offenders back into the community after incarceration. Before coming to Allard, she volunteered as a music instructor in a youth program. She loves watching reality TV and enjoys watching sports of all kinds. Since moving to Vancouver, she has enjoyed exploring the many beaches and hiking trails that the Lower Mainland has to offer and is determined to eat her way through as many restaurants in Vancouver as possible. Selasie is excited to meet prospective students and happy to answer any questions!
Isobel Gibson
Born Vancouverite, Women’s Caucus Member, Law and Order Superfan, Shopaholic, History Graduate
Isobel was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, and went to Queen’s University in Ontario for her undergraduate degree in History. Although the pandemic interrupted the end of Isobel’s first year, Isobel was involved in student government through the History department’s student council, and also volunteered with a women’s maternal health organization.
Isobel is currently an incoming second year student of Law at Allard with an interest in criminal law, human rights advocacy, and health law; she plans to pursue clinic opportunities in such fields through Allard’s many experiential learning opportunities. In her first year of law school at Allard, Isobel was part of the Women’s Caucus (which she looks forward to joining again this upcoming year), the Taylor Swift Society, and the Criminal Law Club. Isobel will also be joining student government at Allard this year as Academic Director of the Law Students’ Society. Over the summer, Isobel is very excited to be teaching an LSAT course that Allard offers for Black and Indigenous students.
In her spare time, Isobel enjoys watching crime dramas, attempting to complete puzzles, and looking at fashion online. Isobel loves connecting with people, talking about her hometown, and she is excited to welcome people to Allard and chat with prospective students.
Sadie Glickman
Small town to big city, Women’s Caucus, travel enthusiast, gluten free baker.
Sadie is entering her second year at Allard. She grew up in Victoria on a farm with chickens, pigs, cows, and 5 older brothers. At 17 years old, Sadie started her law degree in Australia, before transferring back to Canada. After a year "down under," Sadie went to Dalhousie and then to UBC to obtain her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Law & Society.
During her 1L year, Sadie was involved with the Women's Caucus, the Law Students' Society, and Law Games. In the Women's Caucus, Sadie helped organize the Suit-Up Campaign, which involves collecting professional-wear donations for Allard Law students to thrift. As part of the Law Students' Society, she helped organize highly-anticipated events for Allard students, including Friday socials and the Winter Formal. Sadie also participated in Law Games where she played soccer and water polo (for the first time)! Sadie is very excited for 2L, where she will serve as Vice President Communications for the Law Students’ Society.
Outside of law school, Sadie loves to hike and do yoga! She enjoys baking gluten-free treats and travelling. This summer Sadie is hoping to run a 10K, catch up on the Bachelor, and spend time with her friends and family. She can't wait to connect with prospective and admitted students and share more about Allard!
Japneet Gudh
South Asian Law Student, Ontarian, Rise Clinician, Wellness Advocate
Japneet grew up in Vaughan, Ontario. She completed an undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce degree from Toronto Metropolitan University with a major in Law & Business and a minor in French. She is now entering her third year of law school.
In her first year, Japneet was involved in the Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP), Legal Education Outreach (LEO) and the South Asian Law Students’ Association (SALSA). In her second year, Japneet participated in the Rise Women’s Legal Centre externship and was Allard’s student representative for the Canadian Bar Association (BC Branch). Throughout law school, Japneet has also worked part time at Agriculture & Agri-food Canada.
Outside of law school, Japneet enjoys trying out new vegetarian recipes, hiking, doing yoga and listening to podcasts. She is also fluent in Punjabi and Hindi. Japneet is very excited to connect with all the prospective and admitted students to welcome them into the Allard community!
Charlotte Gurung
Nepali-Canadian, Property Law Enjoyer, Outdoors Enthusiast, Chihuahua Mom
Charlotte is from London, Ontario, and is entering her second year of law school. Charlotte completed a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Indigenous Studies at McGill University. Charlotte then moved to Vancouver to begin law school.
In her first year of law school, Charlotte worked as a Regulatory Analyst in the Federal Public Service and participated in the Allard Law Games Team. As one of the 2024 Orientation Coordinators, Charlotte is excited to welcome incoming first-year law students and would love to chat with admitted and prospective students.
In her free time, Charlotte enjoys baking, hiking, and thrift shopping. She speaks English and French.
Baron Hsueh
Asian Law Student, UBC International Relations Grad, Professional Bus Napper
Baron is an incoming 2L who was born in Vancouver and raised in Taipei and Burnaby. Before going to Allard, Baron graduated from UBC with a degree in International Relations, and served as Director of Social Media for The Hot Potato Initiative. During his first year at Allard, Baron was a 1L representative for the Asia-Pacific Law Club (“APLC”), and an Assistant Editor for the UBC Law Review. As an incoming co-President of APLC and passionate volunteer for the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers BC (FACL BC), Baron would love to share his experiences with law students who are interested in playing a part in the Asian-Canadian legal community. This summer, Baron will be working at a law firm in Taipei where he hopes to gain international experience in corporate law and legal technology. When he’s not busy trying to figure out what a duty of care is actually, Baron loves to jog around Deer Lake, café-hop around Vancouver, and practice his language skills. Baron is fluent in Mandarin, Taiwanese, and French, and is super excited to meet and introduce prospective and admitted students to the Allard community!
Selina Jiang
Calgarian, Asian Pacific Student, Science Graduate
Moved at the age of 7 with her parents, Selina grew up in Calgary Alberta. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences at the University of Calgary. Selina is currently in her third year of law school.
During her first year at law school, Selina was a fundraiser coordinator for the Women's Caucus and was a volunteer with Legal Education Outreach (LEO). She was also a student clinician with the Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) works as a research assistant for an Allard professor. This summer, Selina will be working a law job in Calgary.
Outside of law school, Selina enjoys walks on the beach, exploring the city, and trying out new happy hour spots.
After going through the moving process and deciding on going to law school in a different province, Selina is more than happy to meet prospective students and help them with their decision making. Please feel free to contact her if you have any questions on her experience.
Avani Ladhar
Punjabi, First Generation, Edmontonian, Coffee Enthusiast, Community-builder
Avani was born in Ludhiana, but raised in Edmonton. She did her undergrad at the University of Alberta, and double majored in Political Science and Women and Gender Studies. She also received a certificate in Community-Service Learning.
She is passionate about underrepresented voices being represented at decision-making processes, and before law school spent eight years working with young people entrenched in the criminal justice and child welfare system. She managed Canada's largest restorative justice organization and helped mentor graduate and undergraduate students. She currently still sits on the Board for a nonprofit that advocates for prisoner rights, and housing security for folks who live in homeless encampments.
During her first year at law school, Avani was the 1L rep for the South Asian Law Students Association (SALSA). During her second year Avani is hoping to volunteer in the community in non-legal roles, join a run club and is hoping to take cooking classes. Beyond law school, Avani loves patio season, cafe hopping, long walk., curating the perfect Spotify playlist, and filling the role of Jai's second favourite cousin.
She is still figuring out an area of law she wants to practice (because everything is so interesting!!) and even where to practice! She will be spending her 1L summer working for a Criminal Defense firm in downtown Vancouver. Her favourite thing about law school has been learning about the variety of doors a JD degree opens for you. As a first-generation student building a support system in law school and the profession can be intimidating, but also one of the most fulfilling aspects of the journey. So, reach out, if you want to learn more about navigating Allard through community building!
Hunter Lang
BC Born & Bred, Side Quest Queen, Avid Pickleballer, Former Band Kid
Hunter is St̓át̓imc and a Bill-C3 status member of Ts̓k̓wáylaxw First Nation of Pavilion, BC with ancestral ties to Líl̓wat Nation. Furthermore, she is a fifth-generation Chinese-Canadian from Port Moody, BC. In 2019, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of British Columbia (UBC).
Hunter thought 1L was a blast because classes were intellectually stimulating and she loved the extracurriculars Allard had to offer! In addition to the rewarding academic challenges of 1L, Hunter’s position as assistant editor of UBC Law Review helped her develop useful legal research and writing skills. Furthermore, Hunter found purpose in advocacy as a Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) clinician, and outreach, as an Indigenous Youth Outreach Program volunteer with Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC). Moreover, she enjoyed her roles in student government as a 1L Social Council Representative for her small group with the UBC Law Students’ Society and as a 1L Co-Representative with the Indigenous Law Students’ Association (ILSA). Finally, Hunter shared many memorable moments with her peers as a member of the UBC Law Games team, as captain of the 1L Soccer Intramural Team, Torts Illustrated, and as a member of the Allard Badgers Touch Rugby Club Team.
In her spare time, Hunter enjoys running with friends, playing other sports, playing guitar, and exploring the Pacific Northwest! Her previous work experience includes being a server at the Vancouver Golf Club and operations staff at the UBC Baseball Centre. This summer, she is working as a law intern in the review division of an independent BC provincial agency. Hunter is stoked for 2L and can’t wait to meet incoming and prospective students!
Spencer Lynn
Returning to Toronto, Working Part-Time, Business Undergrad (Math Dropout)
Spencer was born and raised in beautiful Mississauga, Ontario. He started his undergrad in Mathematics at the University of Waterloo before transferring across the street to Wilfrid Laurier University to complete a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with minors in math and French.
In his first year, he was involved with the Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP), Legal Education Outreach (LEO), Allard Chess Club, and was on the social council of the Law Students’ Society. He also enjoyed participating on the Allard Beavers Rugby team and representing the school at Law Games. In second year, Spencer was also involved with the Sport, Entertainment, and Law Society (SEALS).
Outside of law school, Spencer has been able to concurrently work part-time as a Math TA (Integral Calculus) and as a Law Intern at the British Columbia Securities Commission. He also has a thrift shopping addiction, enjoys strolling around the city, is a dedicated fan of Love Island (the UK version of course), and loves trying out all the wonderful restaurants Vancouver has to offer! That said, he is excited to return to Toronto for his 2L summer at a corporate law firm and aspires to start his career back home.
Spencer is eager to help prospective law students on navigating any part of the application process or anything leading up to law school at all (but warning, he’s exceptionally chatty), and he can’t wait to welcome you to the Allard Community!
Mercedes Oada
Ontarian, Iraqi, Tik Tok loving, French Speaking Baller
Mercedes was born in Mississauga and raised in Oakville, Ontario, with her 3 sisters. She graduated from the University of Guelph in 2023 with a major in Criminal Justice and Public Policy and a double minor in French and Sociology. A proud Iraqi, Mercedes is fluent in Arabic and French.
In the fall, Mercedes will be starting her second year at Allard. During her 1L, Mercedes was involved with the Law Students’ Society as a Social Representative for her small group, where she helped facilitate exciting events for Allard students, including the winter formal and trike race (yes, you read that right- racing … on tricycles). In 2L, Mercedes is excited to begin her new role as the Vice President of Clubs- she's just your gal if you're looking for a club to join or want to start one yourself! Mercedes felt rewarded through her experience with the UBC ID Clinic with Pro Bono Students Canada, where she was able to assist marginally housed individuals in obtaining legal identification.
Despite not having one athletic bone in her body and having never dribbled a basketball before, Mercedes had a blast with the Allard intramural basketball team (she likes to think she contributed to their ultimate win in the finals)! The endless hiking trails in BC have strengthened her love for the outdoors.
Mercedes is super eager to help prospective and admitted students in any capacity, whether it be navigating the move to a new province for law school or any part of the application process. Mercedes had the most exciting and rewarding experience of her life during her first year of law school and is happy to chat with you all about it!
Jessy Oduro-Kwachie
Black Law Student, Psychology Graduate, Wellbeing Advocate
Originally from Accra, Ghana, Jessy made her way to Canada at the age of 8, embarking on a journey filled with new experiences. She graduated in 2021 with a degree in social and developmental psychology from the University of Victoria.
Now, Jessy is gearing up for her third year at Allard, where she'll be starting off with an exciting exchange program in Ireland. During her first year, Jessy dived into various activities, from volunteering with Pro-Bono Students Canada to being part of the Black Law Students’ Association and the Women’s Caucus. In her second year, Jessy took on more responsibilities, serving on the executive team of the Black Law Students’ Association as Co-Director of Internal Events. She also lent her time to the Allard Wellness Team, spreading positivity and wellbeing tips at Wellbeing Wednesdays. Adding practical experience to her academic journey, Jessy worked as a student clinician at Rise Women’s Legal Center during the second semester of her second year. This summer, she's excited to be working at a multinational firm in downtown Vancouver.
Outside of her studies and work, Jessy finds joy in simple pleasures like spending time with loved ones, discovering new brunch spots, and volunteering at her church. She also loves immersing herself in foreign TV shows and escaping into the pages of a good book. Jessy is looking forward to meeting prospective students!
Mustafa Said
Kurdish-Canadian, Gym Enthusiast, Wellness Advocate
Mustafa was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta where he completed his bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Calgary.
During his first year at Allard, Mustafa was the Academic Council representative for his small group and Vice-President of the newly formed Allard Law Meditation Club (CALM). In his 1L summer Mustafa worked alongside the wellness office to help develop a mental health toolkit for students. This summer Mustafa will be developing his legal skills at an international law firm in Vancouver, and will be doing an exchange in Europe this fall.
In his free time, Mustafa enjoys searching for new music and being active. He can often be found at the gym, learning Muay Thai, or going for walks/hikes with his friends.
Kristy Shum
UBC IR Grad, Asian Law Student, Cat Lover
Kristy is entering her second year at Allard. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from UBC. During her first year at Allard, Kristy was a first-year representative for the Asia Pacific Law Club. She also served as one of the Law Students’ Society (LSS) clerks and has experience working with the LSS executive team.
In the 2024-2025 school year, Kristy will serve as a Co-President for the Asia Pacific Law Club and as the Student Affairs Coordinator for the Law Students’ Society. She looks forward to planning engaging events for the student body. This summer, Kristy will be working in real estate law.
Outside of law school, Kristy enjoys going out for long walks, hiking, and watching reality TV. She also loves spending time with her three cats, Chestnut, Walnut, and Coconut. Kristy can speak Cantonese and is excited to meet with prospective and admitted students about Allard!
Jade Tsui
Asian Law Student, UBC Business Grad, Charcuterie Enthusiast
Jade is entering her third year at Allard. In the past year, Jade was the co-president of Allard’s Asia Pacific Law Club. She also competed in the BC Law Schools Moot.
Having worked with unions and health organizations in the past, Jade is especially interested in labour & employment law and the wide implications that workplace conflicts may have. This summer, Jade will be working at a full-service firm in downtown Vancouver.
As someone who was on the waitlist before being accepted into Allard, Jade understands how stressful the application process can be. Outside of law school, she is always exploring new food spots and is currently learning how to box.
Jade can also speak Mandarin and Cantonese. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you may have, whether it’s about law or just about life in Vancouver!
Eric Velestuk
UVic Business Graduate, Sports Fan, Métis, French-speaking
Eric was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada. He completed his undergraduate degree in Commerce at the University of Victoria, specializing in International Business. He has worked in various student and non-student positions across several industries and the private and public sectors. Eric started law school in the fall of 2022 and will graduate in 2025. Eric is also broadly interested in business law.
In his personal life, he enjoys living an active lifestyle. He rowed for years, rides his bike to campus, and recently took up rugby as a member of Allard Law's rugby club. He is also a member of the reserve army. He is very easygoing and excited to chat with prospective students!
Celine Xu
McGill Poli-Sci Grad, East Asian Law Student, Commuter
Celine grew up in Surrey B.C. and graduated from McGill with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science before coming back home for law school. She is entering her third year at Allard and is scheduled to be studying abroad in Hong Kong during her first term. Throughout her first two years at Allard, she volunteered with Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC) for the UBC ID Clinic, was the co-president of the Asia Pacific Law Club (APLC), and worked as a research assistant for an Allard Law professor. This summer, Celine will be working at a large firm in downtown Vancouver.
Outside of law school you can find Celine trying new restaurants, cafe-hopping, watching anime, or reading. She can also speak Cantonese and can't wait to meet prospective and admitted new students!
Michael Xu
UBC Commerce Grad, Burnaby Resident, R4 Bus Enjoyer, Mandarin-speaking
Michael grew up in Burnaby, BC and completed a Bachelor of Commerce at UBC with a specialization in finance. He is a daily commuter to Allard and a native mandarin-speaker.
Michael is currently entering his second year of law school. During his first year at Allard, Michael volunteered as a clinician and clinic head for the Law Students’ Legal Advice Program (LSLAP) and served as an 1L Social Representative for the UBC Law Students Society. This summer, Michael is working at LSLAP as a summer clinic head, as well as a research assistant to an Allard professor on the topic of international taxation.
Outside of law school, Michael enjoys reading science fiction novels, exploring new restaurants, and playing/watching basketball and volleyball. He looks forward to meeting and connecting with prospective law students.