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Meet Gabriel Alegbeleye – the new Program Assistant and Work Study student at ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Public Square! Gabriel is a 4th-year Criminology major at ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV. He believes knowledge is one of the most powerful tools, and that when equipped with knowledge, a community can thrive. Gabriel has a passion for community building, art, digital media, and justice. He is excited to be part of a growing ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV and British Columbia community and hopes to make significant impact at any given opportunity. In his spare time, Gabriel enjoys cooking, exercising, and planning towards the future.

Gabrielle: What drew you to work with ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Public Square?

Gabriel: I believe in the work being done by ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Public Square. I previously interned with a public engagement organization, which grew my interest in the Vancouver community. So when the work study opportunity came in, it was easy to choose Public Square. I saw it as an avenue to further my interest in community engagement and be a part of something big. 

Can you tell me a bit more about your studies at ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV? What has been an impactful moment in your academic journey so far?

Yeah! I’m a Criminology Major and I am also pursuing a certificate in International Studies. I believe both fields are an important part of our society considering the way they shape our idea of personal self and the world. I can’t point to a single defining moment, but I am just trying to garner as much knowledge as possible while also making sure I have no regrets during my years in university.

We're so excited to have you on our team! What are you most eager to tackle during your Work Study?

Thank you, I am also delighted to be a part of the team. I don’t know if I have any one particular thing I want to tackle, but I would like to say I have things to learn. Being part of this organization, I am aware I will be in contact with various organization from different fields, and I belive I have a lot to learn from how they operate and communicate. Also, I hope and believe that I will learn skills that are transferable to my academics, so I am eagerly looking forward to the events, debates, and conversations hosted by ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Public Square. 

What book have you recently read and enjoyed? And what are you listening to currently? 

Reading is something I am trying to get into in my free time, but these days most of my readings are from my school courses. I enjoy reading short articles on topics that interest me, be it fashion, business, building communities, etc. I am currenlty reading about Clayton M. Christensen’s Theory of Disruption, and I recommend it to anyone interested in that topic. 

Outside of work and school, what's been keeping you busy these days?

Life is keeping me busy! I enjoy watching and playing video games and sports. I also enjoy cooking and trying out new meals, especially from different cultures. I am also big on fitness and having a sound mind, so I spend a lot of time in solace being at peace and exercising.

Please join us in welcoming Gabriel to the ¶¡ÏãÔ°AV Public Square team!