Finding Guidance Through Alumni Stories at Diwal
Learning from CapU Alumni During Diwali Last weekend, I visited my friend’s home to celebrate Diwali with his wife and her friend. Both of them are Capilano University alumni who completed the same NABU program that I’m studying now. It was a friendly and warm visit, filled with light, food, and laughter. But beyond the celebration, this small gathering turned into one of the most valuable learning experiences for my career preparation. During our conversation, I asked them about their journey after graduation and how they managed to find work in Canada as international students. They both shared honest stories about their struggles and progress — from doing part-time jobs to finally finding professional roles in offices and financial institutions. One of them mentioned that in her practicum, the biggest challenge was communication — not grammar, but understanding workplace culture and the way Canadians express ideas politely and professionally. She said learning to ask questions confi...