TWO North Vancouver students were recently awarded Coast Capital Savings Education Awards.
According to a press release, Zoe Luba and Sumin Lee were among 48 students from across B.C. who were recognized.
Luba and Lee both received the credit union's Citizenship Award, valued at $2,000, for their achievements in juggling school, personal activities and community involvement.
In addition to her academic achievements, Luba travelled to the Dominican Republic to build homes, and back at home, she helped create Seycove secondary's first model United Nations. She also volunteers with Canuck Place Children's Hospice and Kids Help Phone.
Luba, who is studying international relations at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick, said, in the statement, that this is a wonderful way to kick-off the start of a new school year. It is exciting to be recognized by an organization that shares her passion and commitment for community, she adds.
Wendy Lachance, director of community leadership for Coast Capital Savings, said the credit union received approximately 1,000 award applications this year from across the province.
Coast Capital Savings is committed to helping build a richer future for youth in our communities, she said. One of their goals is to help youth succeed during their school years and through their annual education awards program. They recognize students who have overcome personal challenges and students who have demonstrated a strong commitment to their communities while attending school. It is an honour to support these outstanding young people, she adds.
The 48 awards Coast Capital Savings presented this year to deserving students totalled $144,000. The credit union also works to foster student leadership through internships as part of its Youth Team program.
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