To mark the next chapter for University of Alberta Library leadership, Weiwei Shi reflects on a personal journey from arriving in Edmonton as an international student with two suitcases and an uncertain future to becoming interim vice-provost (Library and Museums) and chief librarian. Shi explores how culture, identity and a sense of belonging shaped her path, her approach to leadership, and the values that continue to guide her work.
Read the full story originally published in The Quad on May 14, 2026.
