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Miles Schaffrick

Miles Schaffrick

Teaching Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    JD Student | Wesbrook Scholar | The University of British Columbia | Equity advocate

  • Education

    • Parkview Adventist Academy

      2015 - 2018
      Alberta High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: Parkview Adventist Academy Student Association, president; Parkview Adventist Academy Yearbook, co-editor and assistant editor; Burman University Campus Life Committee, delegate; and, Parkview Adventist Academy Dormitory Association, president

    • The University of British Columbia

      2018 - 2022
      Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) Honours in Political Science and Law & Society High Distinction

      Activities and Societies: Equity Ambassadors, Equity Student Advisory Council, Centre for Writing and Scholarly Communication, UBC Behind the Screens, Journal of Political Studies, Neuroethics Canada, Department of Sociology, and Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health.

    • National University of Singapore

      2024 - 2024
      Doctor of Law - JD Law

      Exchange program at the National University of Singapore’s Faculty of Law

    • The University of British Columbia

      2022 - 2025
      Doctor of Law - JD Law

  • Experience

    • Parkview Adventist Academy

      Jan 2017 - Jun 2017
      Teaching Assistant

      I worked alongside a senior teaching staff to assist in the redevelopment of teaching materials and reorganization of a room.

    • Parkview Adventist Academy Student Association

      Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
      President

      In this role, I led a team of student-elected leaders to oversee an operating budget. I also spearheaded the planning for numerous events. Moreover, I liaised between the student body, staff, and the wider campus body to address a wide range of issues and interests.

    • Parkview Adventist Academy

      Sept 2017 - Jun 2018
      Teaching Assistant

      In this role, I collaborated with a senior teaching staff to provide students with feedback and evaluation on written work and exams in Social Studies 20-1, Social Studies 20-2, and Social Studies 30-1.

    • Blue Heron Support Services Association

      Jul 2018 - Aug 2018
      Summer Student

      Led team of over 40 volunteers in a fast paced atmosphere while multitasking, problem solving, and proactively taking initiative in necessary situations to provide high levels of customer service at a charity shop

    • The University of British Columbia

      Sept 2018 - Apr 2019
      Student Assistant | UBC Centre for Accessibility

      I punctually provided detailed and neat notes to students with (dis)abilities and was accountable to issues of confidentiality and privacy.

    • Blue Heron Support Services Association

      Jul 2019 - Mar 2022

      Invited back as the agency's only summer student as a result of the previous summer's performance.

      • (Dis)Ability Support Worker

        Jun 2018 - Mar 2022

      • Summer Student

        Jul 2019 - Aug 2019

    • The University of British Columbia

      Sept 2020 - Apr 2021
      Writing Consultant | Centre for Writing and Scholarly Communication (CWSC)

      Drawing on evidence-based research in writing studies, I aided in the facilitation of undergraduate writing at UBC Vancouver through the delivery of writing consultations.

    • UBC Sociology

      Sept 2021 - May 2022
      Teaching Assistant

      As a member of the teaching team for Sociology of Indigenous Peoples (SOCI 220) and Inequality and Social Change (SOCI 102), I facilitated tutorial sessions, held office hours, and provided other instructional supports such as grading.In SOCI 220, 100% of students who answered a Student Experience of Instruction survey said that I "made a very positive contribution to this course." One student remarked: "Miles was an outstanding TA and was very helpful, understanding and fair. All of Miles' responses he was extremely respectful and kind and made this course a lot more enjoyable!" Show less

    • Neuroethics Canada

      Sept 2021 - Sept 2022
      Research Assistant

      I worked alongside a group of Canadian health leaders to explore the need for and possibility of a Canadian Council on Bioethics. I also worked on projects to better understand cannabis use by Indigenous peoples and methods of research recruitment of Indigenous peoples. Finally, alongside Louise Harding and Drs. Judy Illes and Malcolm King, I researched Indigenous perspectives on brain wellness and mental health.

    • Indigenous Services Canada | Services aux Autochtones Canada

      May 2023 - Aug 2023
      Summer Student - Litigation Management

      At Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), I provided legal research support to the Lands and Economic Development sector of the Litigation Management Unit. In liaison with the Department of Justice, the Litigation Management Unit manages, resolves, and prevents litigation across ISC.

    • DLA Piper

      May 2024 - now
      Summer Articled Student

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Mental Health First Aid

      Mental Health First Aid Canada (MHFA)
      May 2019

    • LexisNexis® Canada LexCanLearn Legal Research Certification

      LexisNexis Legal
      Jun 2023
      View certificate certificate

    • Suicide Prevention, Risk Assessment and Management (SPRAM)

      Alberta Health Services
      Oct 2020

    • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

      Crisis Prevention Institute

    • Standard First Aid, CPR and AED

      St. John Ambulance Canada | Ambulance Saint-Jean
      Jul 2019

    • Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans Course on Research Ethics (TCPS 2: CORE)

      Government of Canada
      Sept 2021

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Law Foundation of British Columbia Public Interest Award Peter A. Allard School of Law - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Sep 2023 This award recognizes academic achievement and outstanding commitment to working in the broader public interest sector, particularly in the fields of legal aid, legal education, and law reform.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Stikeman Elliott Entrance Scholarship in Law Peter A. Allard School of Law - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Aug 2022 This award is given to outstanding students entering first year of the JD program and is made on the recommendation of the Peter A. Allard School of Law.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      HSBC Emerging Leader Scholarship The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Feb 2022 One of UBC's Premier Undergraduate Scholarships, the HSBC Emerging Leader Scholarship is endowed by HSBC Bank Canada and the University of British Columbia to recognize excellence in leadership, community service, participation in local and/or global communities, and high academic achievement.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Outstanding Leader in the UBC Community and Beyond - Nominee Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Feb 2022 A nominated annual award to recognize student leaders who have made exceptional impacts and demonstrated dedication to community change at UBC and beyond.https://www.arts.ubc.ca/news/recognizing-graduating-student-leaders-in-the-class-of-2022/
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Wesbrook Scholar The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Feb 2022 The Premier Undergraduate Scholarships and Wesbrook Scholars are the University of British Columbia's most prestigious designations. This designation recognizes academic excellence, involvement in local and global communities, and leadership.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Arts Undergraduate Society Scholarship in Arts Arts Undergraduate Society & Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Jan 2022 Awarded annually to an outstanding member of the Arts Undergraduate Society, which includes all students in the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Media Studies, and Bachelor of Arts programs. This award is made on the recommendation of the Faculty of Arts.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Katherine Brearley Arts Scholarship Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Jan 2022 The Katherine Brearley Arts Scholarship is awarded to those who exhibit both scholarly excellence and the demonstrated ability to work with and lead others in student and community activities at the university, local, national, and/or international level.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Hector Gordon Munro Scholarship Department of Political Science - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Sep 2021 This award is made on the recommendation of the Department of Political Science at the University of British Columbia to an outstanding student in Political Science.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Trek Excellence Scholarship for Continuing Students Enrolment Services - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Sep 2021 Scholarships of $1500 each are offered to the top 5% of undergraduate domestic students at UBC Vancouver. I was awarded the Trek Excellence Scholarship in the Faculty of Arts.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Dean’s List Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) May 2021 Students who achieve an average of 85% or higher on at least 27 credits receive the notation "Dean's List.”
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Dean of Arts Scholarship Enrolment Services - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Feb 2021 The Dean of Arts Scholarships have been endowed by alumni and friends of the Faculty of Arts for undergraduate students in the Faculty. The awards are made on the recommendation of the Faculty of Arts.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Dr Jack Diamond Scholarship Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Feb 2021 Named in the honour of Jack Diamond—a well-known businessman, philanthropist and sportsman—this award is made to a student in the liberal arts on the recommendation of the Faculty of Arts.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Student Scholarship in Arts Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Feb 2021 Scholarships totalling $98,600 have been endowed by an estate gift to provide scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students in the Faculty of Arts. Recommendations are made by the Faculty.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Rhodes Scholarship - Interviewee - 2021 Selected to interview for the Rhodes Scholarship by the University of British Columbia's selection committee.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Trek Excellence Scholarship for Continuing Students Enrolment Services - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Aug 2020 Scholarships of $1500 each are offered to the top 5% of undergraduate domestic students at UBC Vancouver. I was awarded the Trek Excellence Scholarship in the Faculty of Arts with a sessional average of ~97%.
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Dean's List The Faculty of Arts - The University of British Columbia (Vancouver) Jun 2020 Students who achieve an average of 85% or higher on at least 27 credits receive the notation "Dean's List.”
    • Awarded to Miles Schaffrick
      Alexander Rutherford High School Achievement Scholarship Alberta Student Aid Jun 2018 Named in honour of Alexander Rutherford, Alberta’s first Premier and Minister of Education, this award recognizes and rewards academic achievement of senior high school students and encourage them to pursue post-secondary studies. I received the Alexander Rutherford Scholarship in its highest amount—$2500.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Assistant Editor

      Issued by Canadian Journal of Family Law on Sept 2022
      Canadian Journal of Family LawAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • President's Advisory Committee on Student Discipline

      Issued by The University of British Columbia on Sept 2023
      The University of British ColumbiaAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Peer Tutor

      Issued by Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC on Sept 2023
      Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBCAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Equity Student Advisory Council | Equity and Inclusion Office

      Issued by The University of British Columbia on Nov 2019
      The University of British ColumbiaAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Equity Ambassador | Equity and Inclusion Office

      Issued by The University of British Columbia on Mar 2019
      The University of British ColumbiaAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Senior Editor

      Issued by UBC Journal of Political Studies on Oct 2020
      UBC Journal of Political StudiesAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Research Assistant

      Issued by Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health on May 2021
      Centre for Excellence in Indigenous HealthAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Assistant Editor

      Issued by UBC Law Review on Sept 2022
      UBC Law ReviewAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Strategic Plan Working Group

      Issued by Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBC on Nov 2022
      Peter A. Allard School of Law at UBCAssociated with Miles Schaffrick

    • Law Student

      Issued by Disability Alliance BC on Sept 2023
      Disability Alliance BCAssociated with Miles Schaffrick