Faculty Success Stories
Faculty of Humanities
Gillian Dearle
Faculty of Humanities
"If you're interested in studying literature or just brushing up your writing, Kwantlen is the place to come to." [read more]
Greg Chan
Faculty of Humanities
"Discovering good books and the power of writing has been a lifelong pursuit, one which I am proud to share with my English composition and literature students every day." [read more]
Chris Rideout
Faculty of Humanities
"There's no secret to teaching well. It is simply the result of loving the material, wanting to share it and taking real pleasure in doing so..." [read more]
Dr. Zdenek Skoumal
Faculty of Humanities
"As an instructor, I find nothing more rewarding than exploring musical masterworks with a new generation of eager musicians." [read more]
School of Business
Pamela Ip
School of Business
"Kwantlen's great because the small class sizes allows interaction with the students themselves; they get to work with small teams. Also as an instructor, I can work one-on-one with them, and I also get to know them on the personal level." [read more]
Sepand Jazzi
School of Business
"I chose to teach at Kwantlen because it's the largest business school in Western Canada and is a leader as an instructor-led University." [read more]
Joan McEachern
School of Business
"I was a student-athlete myself and I also played on the women's national team. I enjoyed those experiences immensely and I really enjoy bringing those experiences in the classroom and on the women's soccer team." [read more]
Chamkaur Cheema
School of Business
"I want my students to learn that hard work and motivation will allow them to achieve great things..." [read more]
Doug Fletcher
School of Business
"Based on our consultation with industry, we know there is a demand in a variety of businesses and organizations for managers with these important skills." [read more]
Centre for Design & Communications
Sharon Greeno
Centre for Design & Communications
"What's great about this program is that you get to learn all aspects of the industry which allows you to be a successful business person." [read more]
Lucie Gagné
Centre for Design & Communications
"Having the opportunity to share my passion for design, and then seeing the a-ha moment in a student's eyes;..." [read more]
Sooz Klinkhamer
Centre for Design & Communications
"...It is my role as a faculty member and mentor to ensure the students are well-prepared for the design world." [read more]
Division of Science, Mathematics and Applied Sciences
Dr. Patrick Duffy
Division of Science, Mathematics and Applied Sciences
"...I'm passionate about teaching, and chemistry happens to be something that I know enough about to teach." [read more]
Avtar Sadhra
Division of Science, Mathematics and Applied Sciences
"...The availability of instructors for students is there and the smaller class sizes allow students to get more individual attention." [read more]
Suzanne Pearce
Division of Science, Mathematics and Applied Sciences
"Seeing the 'aha!' moment in a student's eyes, watching a student succeed at their dream of becoming a science teacher..." [read more]
School of Horticulture
Jim Matteoni
School of Horticulture
"I really love teaching here at Kwantlen because I get a chance to not just convey information to the students and get the students to receive the information..." [read more]
Dr. Deborah Henderson
School of Horticulture
"...along with Kwantlen's School of Horticulture and the Institute for Sustainable Horticulture established a Conservation Biological Control trial Garden..." [read more]
Gary Jones
School of Horticulture
"Kwantlen's School of Horticulture is a natural choice for students wishing to develop practical knowledge and vital employability skills to succeed as leaders..." [read more]
Faculty of Community and Health Studies
Marion CrookFaculty of Academic and Career Advancement
Janice Morris
Faculty of Academic and Career Advancement
"For me, teaching English is a passion fueled by the desire to learn—about people and the ways in which we make meaning. Teaching at Kwantlen has shown me that we are all teachers because we are all students of learning." [read more]
Elly Morgan
Faculty of Academic and Career Advancement
"I have passion for what I do because I have the privilege of seeing women change during the course of the CCLS program." [read more]
Lesley Hemsworth
Faculty of Academic and Career Advancement
She's confident in her abilities – and will help you gain confidence in yours. [read more]
Faculty of Trades and Technology
James Watson
Faculty of Trades & Technology
"I think it's the greatest thing that's happen to these kids when they get out of high school, and getting into the trades, it's something to look forward to." [read more]
Mary Wilton
Faculty of Trades & Technology
"It is enjoyable and refreshing to go to work every day knowing that you are passing on knowledge and experience to students who are either entering a new career or enriching their chosen career." [read more]
Gerard Laverty
Faculty of Trades & Technology
"We have the latest in equipment, and the environment to train the students in is as good as you can get anywhere in the world." [read more]
Robert Finlayson
Faculty of Trades & Technology
"...I enjoy the program's hands-on projects because they help create exposure for my students and will prepare them for success in their careers." [read more]
Co-operative Education
Shawn Erickson
Co-operative Education
"...Sharing the passion of a team that shapes future leaders through work integrated learning, makes my contribution to Kwantlen truly a rewarding experience." [read more]
Leanne McKenzie
Co-operative Education
"...Playing a part in the overall success of Kwantlen's graduates makes my job truly a pleasure." [read more]
Student Testimonials
Faculty Testimonials
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- School of Business
- Centre for Design & Communications
- Division of Science, Mathematics and Applied Sciences
- School of Horticulture
- Faculty of Community and Health Studies
- Faculty of Academic and Career Advancement
- Faculty of Trades and Technology
- Co-operative Education
Faculty of Social Sciences
Faculty of Social Sciences
"In our small class sizes, there's lots of opportunity as a faculty member to get to know my students and to work with them closely on their research projects. I would say that was one of the best advantages of being at Kwantlen is the interaction that is possible between faculty members and students." [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
Dr. Bhatt has a passion for research and teaching that she shares with her students at Kwantlen, giving them the confidence to pursue their goals. [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
"If you have any interest and understanding of how your brain works, how your brain lets you do the things that you do, then my class is the place you want to be in." [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
"I enjoy the small class sizes, which allow for one-on-one interaction with my students and it also allows me to follow my students' progress. I am able to pay more attention and engage students individually to help them succeed in the course. [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
"I enjoy teaching at Kwantlen because of the small classrooms and the interaction with the students. Our classes get to go on field trips, study rocks and minerals and understand how the earth works. That's why this is a great place to learn about the earth." [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
His international research and teaching experience are an inspiration for students and faculty alike. [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
"...received a Service Recognition award for his work over the past two years through the National Institute of Research in Sustainable Community Development..." [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
"I care deeply about my students—as individuals and as future guardians of our society—and attempt to convey this care in all aspects of my association with them." [read more]
Faculty of Social Sciences
"...was recently selected by first-year Kwantlen students to receive an award for teaching excellence." [read more]