Indigenous STEM Profiles

There are many exciting stories of Indigenous people working and studying in STEM fields. The University of British Columbia has been a venue for many Indigenous learners to study, conduct research, and affect change within their communities. Please take the time to read some of the exciting stories of these individuals and the work that they are engaged in.

Current Students

  1. Nolan Chem

    September 2, 2025

    Previously completing his undergraduate science degree here at UBC, Nolan is now enrolled in his 3rd year in the UBC Faculty of Medicine. He is originally from Winnipeg, MB, and what drew him to the Vancouver campus was the beautiful scenery surrounded by both ocean and mountains. Nolan has been… read more

  2. Denna Flett

    September 2, 2025

    A recent Biology undergraduate student in the Faculty of Science here at UBC, Denna is now pursuing a medical doctor degree (MD) at the UBC Faculty of Medicine. She was born and raised in Fort McMurray, AB, and is Cree from the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation. Denna worked with Cedar for 2… read more

Musqueam First Nation land acknowledegement

We honour xwməθkwəy̓ əm (Musqueam) on whose ancestral, unceded territory UBC Vancouver is situated. UBC Science is committed to building meaningful relationships with Indigenous peoples so we can advance Reconciliation and ensure traditional ways of knowing enrich our teaching and research.

Learn more: Musqueam First Nation

CEDAR STEM Outreach and Mentorship Program

Vancouver Campus
150 - 6221 University Boulevard V6T 1Z1
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Faculty of Science

Office of the Dean, Earth Sciences Building
2178–2207 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada
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