2025 ACE-WIL Student of the Year | University WIL Student

The Association for Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning BC / Yukon is pleased to announce the recipients of the Co-op/WIL Student of the Year Awards. These awards recognize BC or Yukon students who demonstrate an outstanding level of achievement in their co-operative education or work-integrated learning experience; combined with a strong academic record, volunteer activities, and significant contributions to promoting co-operative education in their school and in the community.

University WIL Student: Laci Schulenborg

Vancouver Island University

About Laci Schulenborg

Laci Schulenborg is a fourth year Honours Psychology student at Vancouver Island University. Her academic and professional work focuses on mental health, with a particular interest in trauma, addiction, and community-based care. She is actively involved in the VIU community as President of the Psychology Club and as a Peer-Supported Learning Leader and Team Lead. She is passionate about ensuring that her fellow students have the resources, support, and opportunities they need to succeed. Through these roles she has developed academic support resources, mentored fellow students, and created programming that promotes student well-being, connection, and success. Laci is committed to pursuing a career in counselling psychology, where she hopes to support individuals affected by trauma and addiction through compassionate, evidence-informed care.

Quote from Laci Schulenborg

“Laci’s work-integrated learning experience at AVI Health and Community Services provided the opportunity to apply her academic knowledge in real-world settings, with a focus on sexual health and addiction medicine. Through this experience, she developed a deeper understanding of the complex challenges individuals face and the importance of compassionate, person-centred care. It strengthened her ability to engage with others in an empathetic and non-judgemental manner, while reinforcing her commitment to supporting individuals and communities in meaningful and respectful ways.”