![Anika](/science/sites/default/files/uploads/images/dsc_0370.jpg)
Program: Biomedical Sciences
Year: 2
Stream of study: Regular
Pronouns: She/Her
Career goal: Medicine
How I get involved: Aside from being a Science Ambassador, I also volunteer at Grand River Hospital, tutor biology, and am a proud member of the UWFSA (Filipino Student Association).
Why I love my program
I love my program because it not only helps me get the prerequisites for most professional schools, but it also gives me enough elective space to explore my interests – for instance, I’m taking a CS course right now because I wanted to know more about computers! The labs also complement the lectures very nicely, so I'm able to reinforce my theoretical knowledge with engaging hands-on activities.
Why University of Waterloo?
I’ve actually lived here all my life, so Waterloo holds a special place in my heart. I also worked for UWaterloo’s Faculty of Engineering during my high school co-op, and it was so fun walking among the university students, seeing first-hand what life would be like as a student here. What really stood out to me was how close-knit the community felt, and although I wasn’t interested in Engineering, I knew there was nowhere else I’d rather be. :)