Meet Madison Greenough! She was a two-time recipient of the CU Succeed Youth Bursary 7 years ago. We are so glad to have received an update on her journey, following her support from us!
Madison did two simultaneous undergraduate degrees, one at the University of Waterloo in mathematics with a focus in statistics, and the other at Wilfrid Laurier University in Business with a finance option and economics minor. Following that, she did a master’s in data science at the University of British Columbia. During her time at the University of Waterloo, she was a member of two varsity teams, cross country and track and field. She was the captain of both teams for two years!
She is currently working as a Data Engineer for the St. Louis Blues in Hockey Operations! What an amazing career. Following university, she moved to British Columbia where she now lives on a forest service road in an off-grid tiny home. She explores the beautiful backcountry every chance she gets! She spends time skiing, hiking, and camping in all seasons. We asked Madison to answer a few questions for us. Read up on her responses below!
What is your favorite movie, and why?
“I think I should probably say Moneyball, because I’ve been asked several times since I started my role with the Blues if my job is like the movie. I do credit the movie for opening my eyes to the possibility of combining my talents for math with my love for hockey. I was 12 when I first saw Moneyball and decided it would be a dream job to work in hockey analytics. Fast forward 12 more years, and I’m working in a 21st century Moneyball-like job, only in hockey, and with a lot more technology!”
How do you feel the CU Succeed Youth Bursary contributed to where you are today?
“I was lucky enough to receive this bursary twice, in my first and second years of undergrad. It was a huge help to fund my studies, allowing me to focus on completing two degrees simultaneously while also competing on two varsity teams. It also helped me feel more confident in my financial situation when I decided to pursue further education and complete my master’s degree afterwards.”
What is your best advice for our incoming students, starting their university journeys?
“There is a lot to learn outside of the classroom! Everyone probably says this, but it goes by quick. Right from the beginning, try to learn new things, join intramurals or clubs, and step outside of your comfort zone to be a part of the university community outside of academics. Your fondest memories and closest friends will have been from those events and activities outside of studying.”
We are so happy to see Madison thriving with the help of OCUF. We sincerely thank Madison for sharing her story and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors!
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