Varsity athletics creates opportunities for students to gain invaluable life skills. Over the past year, the life of a UBC Okanagan Heat student athlete has completely changed, but their commitment to their studies and sport has not waivered. While striving to excel in the classroom in pursuit of a first-class education, students also volunteer in the community and continue to train for their sport, ready to compete in varsity events when they return. Such diverse obligations leave little time for paid employment.