Guide Runner Education

Born and raised in Vancouver, Justin attended St. George's School and later obtained a B.Sc., M.Sc. and is currently a PhD candidate at the University of British Columbia. With over 15 years of tutoring experience and 6 years as a mentor for Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver, Justin has a strong passion for combining teaching and mentoring in both academic and non-academic settings using creative and accessible techniques.

Andy grew up in Vancouver, where he stayed to attend the University of British Columbia (BSc in Cell Biology and PhD in Experimental Medicine). He completed his research training as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Harvard Medical School. Beyond the laboratory, Andy has invested over a decade in mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, shaping their personal and career development. Engaging in mentorship initiatives like the UBC Peer Mentoring Program and the Brigham and Women's Hospital Peer Mentor Program, Andy has established a strong record of guiding students toward flourishing successes. With over 20 years of tutoring and experience teaching small classes, Andy brings a wealth of expertise to create engaging and effective learning environments.

Vicki is a distinguished alumna of Simon Fraser University, where she earned her B.Sc. with Honors in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry. She furthered her academic journey by obtaining a PhD in Experimental Medicine from the University of British Columbia, and subsequently conducted post-doctoral research at Boston Children's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. With more than two decades of expertise in personalized tutoring and coaching, Vicki has guided students from grades 5 to 12, offering invaluable support in subjects ranging from math and science to personal development. Additionally, she extends her mentorship to university applications and career planning, enriching the educational journey of her students with care and dedication. Vicki currently serves as a clinical consultant, utilizing her skills and experience to make a meaningful impact in the medical field.

Fong attended Kamloops Senior Secondary School and later obtained a B.Sc.Pharm, from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of British Columbia. She then completed the Accredited Canadian Pharmacy Residency (ACPR) Program and UBC Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) Program. Fong has over 10 years of clinical pharmacy experience and currently works full-time as an Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at UBC.