Biochemistry and Microbiology
Heather Croft, Co-op Coordinator
email: hcroft@uvic.ca
Office: BWC A237
In person drop in: Thursdays 1:30-2:30
My pronouns are she/her.
I am a settler on lək̓ʷəŋən land and am grateful to the Songhees and Xʷsepsəm peoples on whose land I am working and raising my family.
My maternal family is from England and the Alderville First Nation, Mississauga Anishinabeg of the Ojibway Nation. My paternal family has lived in Victoria for 4 generations and came from England.
I got my start in lab work with the Applied Chemistry and Biochemistry Diploma program at Camosun. This led to an internship at a local biotech where the lab techs were making much more an hour what I was with my college diploma, so I came up to UVic to finish my undergrad in biochem!
The network I developed while completing my courses at UVic led to a position in the lab where I was offered a grad student position. My research looked at the interactions between the zinc fingers of a transcription factor involved in pediatric kidney cancer and it’s RNA splice variants. When I finished my Master’s, I worked in the biology department looking at retinal development. Then I got a job as a virologist with the CFIA.
I have worked in various roles at UVic since 2009, and I and grateful to work with the inspiring BCMB students, faculty and employers as part of the nationally recognized program for preparing career-ready students.
Biology, Climate Science, Earth & Ocean Science
Alicia Rippington, Co-op Coordinator
email: aliciad@uvic.ca
Office: BWC A239
Drop-in Office Hours
Tuesdays 11-12 in-person, in Cunningham 153
Fridays 11-12 over Zoom
(click here to join)
Or book an appointment with me
through the co-op portal
About me: In my professional life I am a biologist and educator. I am passionate about inspiring and fostering curiosity about the natural world and engaging learners of all ages in experiences that build confidence, knowledge and humility. My goal is to support learners in developing skills to be well-informed, independent, critical thinkers and engaged global citizens.
Chemistry, Data Science, Physics & Astronomy, Math & Stats
Brian Tucker, Co-op Coordinator
email: btucker@uvic.ca
Office: BWC A241
In person drop in: Wednesdays 3-4
Originally from Ontario, I moved to Vancouver Island in the summer of 2001. In the time since, I have spent my days raising children, planting gardens, forming community, learning about the local peoples and land, and pursuing an education and livelihood. As a settler on lək̓ʷəŋən land, I’m so grateful to be here and to able to call Victoria home.
I have been part of the UVic community for more than 20 years. I completed both a BA and MA in geography and greatly valued my time as a co-op student. For the last 13 years I have worked here on campus. I got my start as a Student Recruiter, helping to inform prospective undergraduate and graduate level students of their options at UVic. While in this role I regularly discussed how UVic’s commitment to experiential learning opportunities sets it apart from other institutions. I spoke of how my experiences as a co-op student helped me understand my potential as a professional while still completing my degree, and prepared me well for transitioning into the workforce once I graduated.
I have now been in the role of Co-op Coordinator for more than 2 years. I cherish the opportunity to work with aspiring and inspiring science students as they pursue their dreams and look for ways to leave a positive impact on our community and our world, while also supporting businesses large and small as they look for the right talent to help them reach their organizational goals.
Science Co-op Assistant
Kandie Husband
email: scico@uvic.ca
Office: BWC A243
Science Co-op Assistant
Jessica Abriel
email: scico@uvic.ca
Office: BWC A243