Your impact: UBC donor newsletter | Awards edition
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Across UBC, donor support is making a real difference in students’ lives. In this issue, we’re highlighting how contributions—especially support for student awards—are making a meaningful impact.

Read their stories below!

Tommy Wagner

“I give donors all the credit for how far I’ve come”

When Tommy moved from Saskatchewan, he stepped into a world far bigger than any he’d ever known.

Self-doubt becomes purpose

After struggling to find her identity, Aaliyah is now leading change in AI equity, mental health and community.

Aaliyah Awolesi
Michael Young

Rebuilding connection, community and hope

After tragedy and a long battle with addiction, donors have helped Michael create spaces of belonging and recovery.

Celebrating a milestone with a lasting legacy

Margo Jacobson’s sons created an award to celebrate their mother’s birthday and honour her career as an educator.

Margo Jacobson
Herb and Catherine Comben

A promise paid forward

Inspired by an act of generosity, a planned gift creates lasting opportunities for students at UBC Okanagan.

Donor Impact 2025/26

The incredible impact of donor awards

The incredible impact of donor awards 2025/26
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