Karan Miglani didn’t just study at Yorkville University – he’s continuing to help shape the experience for the students who have come after him.
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A recent graduate of the Bachelor of Business Administration – Project Management program, Miglani has now been selected as a Student Graduation Speaker for Yorkville’s upcoming 2026 convocation ceremonies in New Westminster, BC.
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Over the course of his studies at Yorkville, he helped pilot the Supplemental Instruction program at the BC campus, served as a Student Ambassador and Senior Peer Mentor, and eventually transitioned from student to full-time staff – a role he continues to hold today in Academic Operations.
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He arrived at the BBA via a roundabout route: a post-secondary journey that began with Computer Science, then pivoted toward business, followed by two entrepreneurial ventures during the pandemic that didn’t succeed but sparked a genuine curiosity about how organizations grow and sustain themselves. That curiosity brought him to Yorkville – and kept him here.
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Miglani recently sat down ahead of Yorkville’s May 27 convocation ceremony to talk about his YU experience and what comes next. Here’s what he had to say:
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What brought you to Yorkville University? Where were you in your life/career when you decided to continue your studies with us?
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Before joining Yorkville University, I went through a phase of trying different things professionally and personally. During the pandemic, I started two entrepreneurial ventures, both of which eventually failed. While those experiences were challenging, they also sparked a genuine interest in the business world.
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Through those failures, I became curious about how businesses are actually sustained, how organizations grow, how decisions are made, and what separates an idea from a successful long-term venture. That curiosity pushed me toward pursuing formal education in business.
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What made you decide to pursue your Bachelor of Business Administration in Project Management?
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While there was no specific intent behind choosing Project Management initially, I felt that it aligned closely with the skills and knowledge I wanted to develop. Over time, I realized how valuable the field truly is.
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The concepts I learned throughout the program are now being applied not only in my professional role, but also in my everyday life. Project Management has taught me how to plan effectively, think ahead, adapt to changing situations, and manage unforeseen challenges with a more structured approach.
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Looking back, even though I did not fully know what to expect when I chose the specialization, it ended up giving me skills and perspectives that have become incredibly useful in both my career and personal growth.
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What is the most important thing you’re taking away from your studies at Yorkville University?
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The most important thing I am taking away from Yorkville University is confidence. Confidence in myself, in my ability to start afresh, adapt to new situations, try different things, and continue learning no matter where life takes me.
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Working as a Student Ambassador gave me a voice. It helped me rediscover my long-lost love for the stage and for connecting with people.
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Being a Peer Mentor kept me connected to something I genuinely love doing, teaching and supporting others through their journeys.
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And becoming a Senior Peer Mentor made me realize that my skills, experiences, and perspective were valued, not just as a student employee, but also as a colleague and a leader.
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Most importantly, I realized that as a student, there is truly no limit to what one can learn and experience.
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What are your plans after graduation, both immediate and long term?
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I graduated last year, and since then, I have been working in Academic Operations at Yorkville University. I have always wanted to be involved in the education industry because I genuinely enjoy working in environments focused on learning, growth, and student development.
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In the immediate future, I hope to continue growing professionally within the education sector, gaining more experience and contributing in meaningful ways.
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Long term, I see myself either continuing within the education industry or transitioning into the EdTech space, where technology and education come together to create impactful learning experiences.
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If you offered one piece of advice to an incoming student, what would that be?
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One piece of advice I would like to give to students coming here is that it is equally important to know how to let go of certain things in order to learn something better, fresh, and new.
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Sometimes, we hold on too tightly to old ideas, habits, expectations, or ways of thinking simply because they once worked for us or felt familiar. But growth often begins when we allow ourselves to unlearn those things and stay open to new perspectives and experiences.
