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Q&A with a ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Award Recipient
Vanessa Yu, recipient of the Glenn Hyatt Memorial Scholarship for Excellence, June 2022
What do you like most about studying at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½?
Studying at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ is one of my favorite life experiences. People are kind and friendly. Going to ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ every day is always a new story to tell. It is conveniently located near the Skytrain, Vancouver Public Library, food trucks, city events and downtown cafes. I also like it when there’s filming going on in the area. You will never run out of things to do when you study at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½!
What do you do in your spare time?
Whenever I have a spare time, I cycle. Vancouver is such a great place for bikers. The trails are really good. I also love going to groceries. I love to cook for my family and play with my nieces and nephew.
Photo credit: Vanessa Yu
Why did you choose to study graphic design?
I love arts and design! I majored in Interior Design and worked as a designer and visual merchandiser for major retailers in the Philippines. I wanted to get a formal education in Graphic Design to enhance my design skills, which will help me be globally competitive and updated with trends. I chose ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ because of its straight-to-the-point courses and hands-on training and projects.
How is your learning experience? How do you find your classmates, instructors and overall learning environment in the school?
I didn’t have a hard time blending in with my peers and instructors; they were all kind and friendly. The instructors are the best! They teach us all the things that we need to learn and equip us with skills to become a graphic designer. They are very patient and accommodating; they guide us in every step. I love everything about ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ – from the instructors and program, my peers, the classroom view, cafeteria food and the salon!
What excites you about the future?
I am looking forward to working in a design agency. I am excited about any design opportunity that I’ll come across. I also like volunteering in the community to give back.
Photo credit: Vanessa Yu - ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ classroom view
Interested in seeing Vanessa’s work? Follow her on Instagram !
