2013/2014 Executive Nominees profiles
President
1) Chris Yim
Why you would like this position?
I am interested in becoming the President of UBC Food Science Club because I am passionate in coordinating social events and tours for members. I also hope to strengthen my leadership skills from planning for activities with a team of enthusiastic committee members.
While completing my Food Science Degree in year 2013/14, I hope to meet more people who are also interested in food science. I look forward to contribute to the food science community and broaden my network through being part of the executive team of the Food Science Club.
Experience: In order to help the team organize successful workshops and tours, I hope to bring my event planning skills acquired from being part of the past executive team of two other clubs (HKSA and Food Society) to the table. Together with my leadership and organizational skills gained from my Coop work experience (a cherry packing plant and a nutraceutical laboratory), I am competent to share the duties with the President and providing my utmost assistance to the team.
Envision: I hope to help spread the knowledge in food science and awareness of food safety to more students through workshops and blog/ newsletters updates.
Your major: Food Science, 4th Year
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why:
Charlie Chocolate Factory tour, because I have had the opportunity to learn more about the processing of chocolate from cocoa mass to different shape and refinement of chocolate products.
Possible ideas for 2013/2014:
Keep all the fun, popular workshops and tours form last year! A molecular gastronomy workshop; tour at a potato chips factory; tour at a supplement manufacturing plant; tour at Mission Hill Winery or other wineries; a new layout for the club webpage.
2) Winnie Lee
Why you would like this position:
As a current Coop student at the R&D department of Saputo, an international dairy processing company, I would like to share my passion and knowledge in food science and my experience from the food industry with the club members. As well, I enjoy planning and attending many more fun plant tours and workshops using my strong organizational skills. In addition, this opportunity would allow me to polish my leadership skills and run the club that I love.
Your major: Food Science Major (4th year)
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: Candy and Caramel workshop during last last year. They were very fun to make, I witnessed the caramelization and Maillard browning reactions right before my eyes! If there was no time conflict between Purdy’s tours and my lectures, Purdy’s tour would have been my favourite. Hopefully I’ll get to attend one this year!
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- Invite professional speaker(s) and senior Food Science undergraduates/graduates to a Speakers’ Night at UBC to talk about career options in the Food Science field and answer any questions from the audience regarding Food Science education.
- Workshops joint with UBC Cooking Club: Ice cream, yogurt, French Macaroon, French bread/cinnamon buns
- Reintroduce the Food Science Club Valentine Soup cans
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Vice-President
1) Chris Yim
I am interested in becoming the Vice-President of UBC Food Science Club because I am enthusiastic in organizing social events, workshops, and tours for members. I hope to share the duties and responsibilities with the President as well as other committee members so that all events will be carried out smoothly.
While completing my Food Science Degree in year 2013/14, I hope to meet more people who are also interested in food science. I look forward to contribute to the food science community and broaden my network through being part of the executive team of the Food Science Club.
Experience: In order to help the team organize successful workshops and tours, I hope to bring my event planning skills acquired from being part of the past executive team of two other clubs (HKSA and Food Society) to the table. Together with my leadership and organizational skills gained from my Coop work experience (a cherry packing plant and a nutraceutical laboratory), I am competent to share the duties with the President and providing my utmost assistance to the team.
Envision: I hope to help spread the knowledge in food science and awareness of food safety to more students through workshops and blog/ newsletters updates.
Your major: Food Science, 4th Year
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why:
Charlie Chocolate Factory tour, because I have had the opportunity to learn more about the processing of chocolate from cocoa mass to different shape and refinement of chocolate products.
Possible ideas for 2013/2014:
Keep all the fun, popular workshops and tours form last year! A molecular gastronomy workshop; tour at a potato chips factory; tour at a supplement manufacturing plant; tour at Mission Hill Winery or other wineries; a new layout for the club webpage.
2) Winnie Lee
I can assist President to run the club that I love, with my excellent team work skills gained from years of school projects and work experience. As well, I enjoy planning and attending many more fun plant tours and workshops.
Your major: Food Science Major (4th year)
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: Candy and Caramel workshop during last last year. They were very fun to make, I witnessed the caramelization and Maillard browning reactions right before my eyes! If there was no time conflict between Purdy’s tours and my lectures, Purdy’s tour would have been my favourite. Hopefully I’ll get to attend one this year!
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- Invite professional speaker(s) and senior Food Science undergraduates/graduates to a Speakers’ Night at UBC to talk about career options in the Food Science field and answer any questions from the audience regarding Food Science education.
- Workshops joint with UBC Cooking Club: Ice cream, yogurt, French Macaroon, French bread/cinnamon buns
- Reintroduce the Food Science Club Valentine Soup cans
3) Joy Lim
I would like to apply for Vice-President since it is responsible in variety of roles, which could be beneficial in my organizational and communication skills. Also, I would like to plan fun events and tours for the food science club members, which hopefully could interest them with food science knowledge.
Your major: Food and Nutritional Sciences
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: My favorite UBC Food Science event was Chocolate Tempering since I got to make glossy chocolate and shared with my friends on Valentine’s Day!
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- Plant tour to Lulu Island Winery
- Work with UBC farm and arrange cheese making workshops
- Organize more chocolate factory plant tours and chocolate making workshops since everyone loves chocolate!
- Encourage members to read food science related blogs
4) Kevin Madarieta
I would want to be the vice president for the Food Science club because I would like to plan tours and events for the club. I have been in the club since first year and l was an officer last year. I was able to plan some tours last year. I believe that I have the tools and experience that will make me successful in this position.
Your major: I’m a 3rd year student with a major in Food Science. my favorite club events are the field trips to the different food processing plants.
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: i went to different food tours last year that included purdys and molson. I had so much fun and learned a lot about how the companies process the different products.
possible ideas for 2012/2013:
a. field trips to various food plants in BC
b. invite professionals from the Food Science field to increase our information about our future career options
5) Wen Wen (Carmen) Chu
I believe that having the opportunity to organize events and workshops would indefinitely sharpen my leadership skills. Having the chance to work with like-minded peers and professionals would broaden my social circle and may establish long-lasting friendships. Being involved in the club would certainly continue to incite my passion for the food and beverage industry.
Your major: Food and Nutritional Sciences (Year 5 in coming year)
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: Candy making and the tours, hands-on learning on how one of your favourite food is being made is indeed fascinating. The tours were very informative and insightful
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- More collaborations with the UBC Cooking Club
- Seminars related to the food industry, with professionals who are willing to share the current trends, upcoming directions and industry insights with the students.
6) Debbie Song
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Treasurer
1) Chris Yim
I am interested in becoming the Treasurer of UBC Food Science Club because I have a keen interest in budget planning and overseeing social events, workshops, and tours. I hope to play an important role in co-planning the activities and act as an active member in the executive team.
While completing my Food Science Degree in year 2013/14, I hope to meet more people who are also interested in food science. I look forward to contribute to the food science community and broaden my network through being part of the executive team of the Food Science Club.
Experience: In order to help the team organize successful workshops and tours, I hope to bring my event planning skills acquired from being part of the past executive team of two other clubs (HKSA and Food Society) to the table. Together with my leadership and organizational skills gained from my Coop work experience (a cherry packing plant and a nutraceutical laboratory), I am competent to share the duties with the President and providing my utmost assistance to the team.
Envision: I hope to help spread the knowledge in food science and awareness of food safety to more students through workshops and blog/ newsletters updates.
Your major: Food Science, 4th Year
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why:
Charlie Chocolate Factory tour, because I have had the opportunity to learn more about the processing of chocolate from cocoa mass to different shape and refinement of chocolate products.
Possible ideas for 2013/2014:
Keep all the fun, popular workshops and tours form last year! A molecular gastronomy workshop; tour at a potato chips factory; tour at a supplement manufacturing plant; tour at Mission Hill Winery or other wineries; a new layout for the club webpage.
2) Debbie Song
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Secretary
1) Winnie Lee
With my effective organizational skills, I can assist the executive team to keep a smooth communication flow with club members and professionals.
Your major: Food Science Major (4th year)
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: Candy and Caramel workshop during last last year. They were very fun to make, I witnessed the caramelization and Maillard browning reactions right before my eyes! If there was no time conflict between Purdy’s tours and my lectures, Purdy’s tour would have been my favourite. Hopefully I’ll get to attend one this year!
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- Invite professional speaker(s) and senior Food Science undergraduates/graduates to a Speakers’ Night at UBC to talk about career options in the Food Science field and answer any questions from the audience regarding Food Science education.
- Workshops joint with UBC Cooking Club: Ice cream, yogurt, French Macaroon, French bread/cinnamon buns
- Reintroduce the Food Science Club Valentine Soup cans
2) Selina Chi
I’d like to be the secretary so that I can help arrange the exciting tours we will have, and also to inform our members about the upcoming events. I also enjoy taking pictures for the events and tours :)
Your major: 4th Biology Major
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: My favorite event is the Purdy’s Chocolate Factory Tour! Not only did we get a chance to see the behind the scenes of chocolate making and processing, we were also among one of the first that got to taste the newest inventions made by the Chocolatier himself!
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
-Tours: Thomas Haas, Purdy’s chocolate factory, wine (Okanagan!)
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Public Relations
1) Joy Lim
I would like to apply for Public Relations since it acts as the bridge between club members and executives, allowing executives to hear from the members’ opinion. It is also a fun position since PR is responsible for making posters, which is the essential tool in attracting members and non-members to join our tours and workshops.
Your major: Food and Nutritional Sciences
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: My favorite UBC Food Science event was Chocolate Tempering since I got to make glossy chocolate and shared with my friends on Valentine’s Day!
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- Plant tour to Lulu Island Winery
- Work with UBC farm and arrange cheese making workshops
- Organize more chocolate factory plant tours and chocolate making workshops since everyone loves chocolate!
- Encourage members to read food science related blogs
2) Wen Wen (Carmen) Chu
I was the Publicity Director of Malaysia Singapore Night 2011, and I enjoyed all duties that my position has entailed, so I couldn’t see why I wouldn’t enjoy taking up this position in this club. Workshop planning would also enhance my leadership and organizational skills.
Your major: Food and Nutritional Sciences (Year 5 in coming year)
Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: Candy making and the tours, hands-on learning on how one of your favourite food is being made is indeed fascinating. The tours were very informative and insightful
Possible ideas for 2013/2014
- More collaborations with the UBC Cooking Club
- Seminars related to the food industry, with professionals who are willing to share the current trends, upcoming directions and industry insights with the students.
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Officer
Kevin Madarieta
I would want to be an officer for the Food Science club because I would like to help plan tours and events(workshops) for the club. I have been in the club since first year and l was an officer last year. As an officer, I have some experience planning some tours that will help me if I get this position.
3. Your major: I’m a 3rd year student with a major in Food Science. my favorite club events are the field trips to the different food processing plants.
4. Your favourite UBC Food Science Club event and why: i went to different food tours last year that included purdys and molson. I had so much fun and learned a lot about how the companies process the different products.
5. possible ideas for 2012/2013:
a. field trips to various food plants in BC
b. invite professionals from the Food Science field to increase our information about our future career options
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