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Welcome Class of 2030!
Class of 2029
Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry! You've got an exciting year ahead, and the class of 2029 can't wait to meet you!
As the Orientation Committee for 2026, our role is to make sure the Class of 2030 is received with the warmest welcome! We have an exciting week of events planned, designed to make you all feel at home at the University of Alberta, and give you endless opportunities to meet your classmates (and future colleagues)!
Contact info: msaorien@ualberta.ca
Meet Your O-Week 2026 Team!
Aislinn
Aislinn
Hometown: Edmonton, AB
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Austin
Austin
Hometown: Coquitlam, BC
Previous Degree: Bachelors of Science in Nursing
About: Hey everyone, I'm Austin! Before med school, I worked as a nurse in rural and remote communities across the Yukon, which was honestly one of the most rewarding and chaotic experiences ever. Outside of medicine, I’m big into travelling, soccer, and anything outdoors. One of the coolest things I’ve done was solo backpacking around Southeast Asia for 3 months with nothing but a backpack and a questionable travel plan, which led to some unreal memories and stories. I’m also into hiking, snowboarding, fishing, gym, late-night food runs, and saying yes to spontaneous plans way too easily. Excited to meet everyone and help make this year unforgettable for the Class of 2030!
Fun Fact: Someone once told me I’m “the smartest dumbest person they know,” and honestly, that might be the most accurate description of me haha.
Advice for First Year:
Don’t make medicine your entire personality
Your classmates are not your competition; having good friends in med makes everything easier.
Nobody actually knows what they’re doing
You will feel dumb sometimes everyone does.
Go to social events even if you feel awkward.
Learn how to say “good enough” instead of chasing perfection because P = MD.
Keep hobbies outside medicine, or you’ll burn out fast.
Daniel
Daniel
Hometown: Surrey, BC
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Keanna
Keanna
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Tess
Tess
Hometown: Calgary, AB
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