The Heat Athlete Council (HAC) is a committee consisting of current UBC Okanagan Heat student-athletes. This group was created to enhance the experiences and wellbeing of Heat student-athletes as well as create a sense of community amongst all student-athletes. HAC organizes and participates in events, initiatives, and causes to celebrate UBC Okanagan Heat Athletics.
The goal is to have a minimum of one HAC representative from each team that has several set meetings with the Student-Athlete Success and Compliance Advisor (representing the Athletics & Recreation department) per term, and feels comfortable to approach the Advisor more often if needed. This representative will serve to summarize the team (specifically athlete) environment, and offer suggestions for improvement. The Student-Athlete Success and Compliance Advisor will assist HAC with program planning, communications, promotions, and logistics between them and the Athletics & Recreation department, the University, and the community at-large.
HAC Executive
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Nina Louis- Director of Communications and Social Media
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Nina is entering her third year on the women’s soccer team. Nina is in the Bachelor of Health and Exercise Science program, specializing in Kinesiology and Allied Health. This is Nina’s second year with the HAC and she is excited to help foster more positive experiences within the Heat community.
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Symone Ripley- Director of Community Engagement
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Symone is currently in her fourth year of eligibility and is enrolled in the nursing program to complete her degree in five years. Now in her second year with the HAC and first year on the leadership council, Symone is passionate about increasing community engagement and involvement among student-athletes. She is looking forward to building positive connections that enhance student-athlete experience while supporting and collaborating with community organizations
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Student-Athlete Community Initiatives
Central Okanagan Food Bank
Motionball/Special Olympics
HAC Contact Information
Derek Como - Student-Athlete Success and Compliance Advisor
