As alumni of the Interdisciplinary Studies (IDST) program, you have a longstanding record of individual achievements, collective success, and impact in service to the future.
Our alumni flourish in their chosen fields, helping articulate awareness of complex challenges and craft innovative solutions towards a better world.
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Alumni profiles
Learn what IDST alumni are doing today and how the UBC Arts experience—including advice for current students—helped them get there.
The uniqueness of IDST helps me acquire the ability to actively adapt to new knowledge, new environments, and a new era. What moves me most is its inclusiveness: in the fusion of knowledge across disciplines, in the relationships and freedom of speech, and in diverse thinking.
Alumni benefits
Your connection to UBC doesn’t end with graduation. As alumni, you receive many great benefits and services that you can use throughout your life.
Powered by alumni UBC, these perks include career resources, network connections, mentoring opportunities, discounts on travel, events, products and attractions, and more.
Get involved
Our alumni are fundamental to the continuous pursuit of building a better future. Your involvement and support makes a real difference to the experience of our students, providing new opportunities for learning, problem-solving, and knowledge exchange.
There are multiple ways you can create an impact and catalyze a future of possibility.
Get in touch
Connect with Arts Development & Alumni Engagement (ADAE) if you have any questions about alumni engagement.