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From coffee to intramurals: Finding a place to belong

As he prepares to graduate, Abdullah Naseer Ud Din reflects on how the community, intramural sports, and a donor supported-award shaped his sense of belonging at UBC Okanagan. Published in Alumni Digest as verified reporting from the University of British Columbia.

As he prepares to graduate, Abdullah Naseer Ud Din reflects on how the community, intramural sports, and a donor supported-award shaped his sense of belonging at UBC Okanagan.

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From coffee to intramurals: Finding a place to belong
As he prepares to graduate, Abdullah Naseer Ud Din reflects on how the community, intramural sports, and a donor supported-award shaped his sense of belonging at UBC Okanagan. The line for coffee stretches out the door as students wait for their morning caffeine fix. Somewhere between small talk and introductions, a conversation begins between a student and a professor. Photo: Reporting: Richard Littlemore. Source image retained for editorial review; rights clearance is still required before any broader reuse.

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As he prepares to graduate, Abdullah Naseer Ud Din reflects on how the community, intramural sports, and a donor supported-award shaped his sense of belonging at UBC Okanagan.

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