I am deeply thankful for the generosity of the Stober family, and I look forward to contributing to the positive impact their foundation strives to create.

Rhys Kraft

It was like a dream come true when I got the email that I had received the Stober Foundation Award in Engineering. I couldn’t believe my eyes because I knew how much this would mean to my family. I immediately called my parents screaming with joy and telling them about the good news. My heartfelt gratitude goes out to the Stober Foundation for their kindness and generosity towards me. Their support will allow me to achieve my academic goals without having to worry about the financial burden post-secondary education brings. This award has not only provided me with financial aid but also with a UBC family I can fall back on, the Society of Scholars. I cannot wait to see how far this award takes me and the impact it will have on my academic journey. Once again, thank you to the Stober Family Foundation.

Abena Rockson

I am deeply honoured to receive the Stober Foundation Entrance Award in Medicine. As the first in my family to attend university and having financed my education over the past four years, this award greatly alleviates the financial burden of medical school. With this support, I can dedicate more time and energy to my studies and fully immerse myself in the learning process. For this, I am sincerely grateful and would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Stober Family Foundation for their generosity and support of students like myself. Thank you!

Dinithi Mudalige

My name is Holly Currie. I was born in Kitimat, BC and moved to Creighton, SK, shortly after. In Creighton I completed my elementary and high school education. I chose UBCO because of their outstanding nursing program and because I have family ties in the Okanagan. I am loving the scenery here in Kelowna and the numerous opportunities that have opened up. I am planning to volunteer at one of the nursing homes in the area. My favorite place on campus so far is The Commons. It is the perfect place to study with friends and get work done. My favorite course I am taking so far is Human Anatomy and Physiology. I enjoy this class because it focuses primarily on the human body and how it functions. My professor, Dr. Zoë Soon always makes the class enjoyable and engaging. I am looking forward to my clinical practice next semester and having the opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills in a healthcare setting. I hope to become a Pediatric Nurse in the future and make a difference in people's lives.

Holly Currie

I am a recipient of the Stober Foundation Undergraduate Entrance Award in Human Kinetics. Your generosity is extremely appreciated and has made a meaningful impact on my life. I graduated high school in New Brunswick, but I chose to attend UBC because of its Health and Exercise Sciences program, atmosphere, and reputation as an educational institution. After I complete my undergraduate degree, I plan to get my masters in occupational therapy. When I found out I had won this award I was shocked. I have worked extremely hard to attain good grades, participate in sports and extracurricular activities, and work to save money for university. Because of my family situation, I have no financial support other than what I’ve saved on my own. My mom hated that she couldn’t help me pay for school, so receiving this award lifted a huge weight off my shoulders and hers. This award and similar ones are life-changing for many people, which is why they are so important. Without awards like this many people, including myself, would not be able to attend university. Every award has a monetary value, but the change and impact they have on people’s lives are invaluable. Your donation has changed my and my family’s lives for the better, and for that, I am tremendously grateful.

Kate Hughes

I would like to extend my gratitude again to the Stober Foundation Family for the recognition and prize.

Fredrich Yooku Anson

As an international student from Mexico studying business management, receiving the Stober Family Foundation Award has eased the financial burden of my studies, allowing me to focus on my academic and extracurricular pursuits. It also fills me with pride and a sense of accomplishment to be one of the few selected based on merit. I am extremely grateful to the Stober Family Foundation for this generous support, which inspires me to bring positive change to both my home country and the broader community. Thank you for making a meaningful impact on my educational journey and the community.

Daniel Lopez Delgado Falcon

My name is Daniel MacCallum, I grew up in a small town in rural New Brunswick. As an avid runner and fitness junkie I began to field many questions about exercise from students. I decided that I should take this seriously and satisfy some deep curiosities within myself about exercise science and human physiology. Throughout my degree I have developed a passion for discovering human physiology especially as it relates to exercise induced adaptations. It has been such an incredible experience so far working in Dr Rob Shave’s cardiovascular physiology lab observing cardiovascular changes to ultra endurance training. This funding has helped me to stay in Kelowna for the summer to explore a passion for human physiology that has been developing within me and expand my understanding of what I can do with my degree. From this experience I am now planning to pursue a master’s and PHD human physiology in research after completing my undergrad, which is something I never pictured for myself, but am excited about. I hope to one day teach this type of content at a college or university. Thank you Dan.

Daniel MacCallum

I would like to thank the Stober Family Foundation for making it possible for me to pursue this incredible opportunity. This allows me to travel to the other side of the world and contribute to research that matters while furthering my academic experience. I greatly appreciate having this unique and invaluable experience working with those at the top of their fields, all made possible by the Stober Family Foundation’s generosity.

Aliya Mottus

I would like to thank the Stober Foundation for providing me the opportunity to gain research experience as an undergraduate student at UBCO. Getting the opportunity to learn practical skills in a lab focused on health research in our community will help me to succeed in my future studies and career.

Raj Ahluwalia-Pullam

I want to thank the Stober Foundation for their generous donation to me and other students interested in research that will facilitate us giving back to the community. I am a third-year student at the University of Regina studying Human Kinetics, and this funding has allowed me to gain new experiences and learn outside of textbooks and classrooms to help me determine my future career path in healthy living and fitness. Thanks to the Stober Foundation, my time at the University of British Columbia Okanagan will guide me toward an occupation I am passionate about, and I am beyond grateful for this opportunity.

Madison Sagert

I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible opportunity provided to me by the STOBER Family Foundation through the Stober Foundation Undergraduate Research Fellowship. The Stober Foundation’s generosity has enabled me to immerse myself in innovative research at UBC Okanagan, an experience that will undoubtedly shape my academic and professional future. I am sincerely thankful for this opportunity to broaden my intellectual horizons and gain invaluable research experience, which has laid a solid foundation for my future pursuits and inspired me to pursue excellence in all my academic endeavors. Thank you once again to the STOBER Family Foundation for your support and commitment to fostering the next generation of researchers and innovators.

Leah Kinahan

I would like to extend my sincere gratitude towards the STOBER family foundation as they have provided me with the opportunity to be involved in the incredible research happening here at UBC Okanagan. My experiences as a Stober Foundation Undergraduate Research Fellowship recipient will no doubt act as a major stepping stone as I work my way towards my dreams, and for that I am forever grateful.

Paige Reekie

I am so grateful to have received the Stober Foundation Entrance Award in Medicine. Your generosity and support have had a significant impact on my education and experience in medical school. Thank you!

Emily Simpson

I truly wanted to thank the Stober Family because without receiving this award, it is highly likely that I would be unable to attend UBC Okanagan and would have had to stay in Ontario. I have 2 siblings and my parents have their own business so they are unable to assist in all my financial needs. Because I am from Ontario the traveling, residence and meal costs are very expensive so it would have been too much of a financial burden to attend school here but thanks to this scholarship I fortunately can. I am extremely grateful to the Stober family for choosing me to have this award and I can't stress how lucky I feel to be able to attend my dream university and program here at UBC Okanagan. Thank you so much and I look forward to what is to come this year!

Miah Jensen

I am extremely grateful to have received the Stober Foundation Entrance Award in Medicine. Ever since I was young I have had the desire to pursue medicine and it is with the support of amazing donors such as the Stober Foundation that have allowed this dream to become a reality. The financial support of this award has allowed me to seek out experiences to enrich my medical school education that I otherwise might not have been able to partake in. Thank you!

Lauren Eggenberger

I am profoundly grateful for the invaluable support of the Stober Foundation for funding my undergraduate research project. The generosity of the Stober Foundation has not only made my academic aspirations a reality but has also empowered me to delve into the realm of knowledge and innovation. The belief that the Stober Foundation has in the UBC Okanagan undergraduate student body has inspired me to strive for excellence and I am deeply thankful for the opportunities the Stober Research Fund has afforded me. I am committed to utilizing the knowledge gained from this experience to make a positive impact in our community and continue my pursuit of scientific advancement. This contribution has set the footing for a promising future in research and academia, and for that, I am forever thankful.

Spencer Ursel

I am profoundly grateful to the Stober Family due to their immense generosity and support to students. The Stober Foundation Undergraduate Entrance Award in Human Kinetics continues to be significant help throughout my degree and motivates me to sharpen my focus to be the most successful possible. I am passionate of the content I continue to learn and I am excited to pursue Physiotherapy after I finish my bachelors degree.

William Rodriguez

I am immensely grateful for the support provided by the Stober Foundation, whose generosity is inspiring. Not only does their support allow me to focus on my studies, it also helps me remember that people are rooting for me. I can't thank the Stober Foundation enough for their contributions to my education as well as the community!

Alexis Guidi