Alumni Association of Lakehead University

Alumni Profile: Kevin Biloski, HBSC '07

Kevin Biloski was born in Thunder Bay in 1985. Ever since he was young he has held an interest in computers and videogames. He finds computers fascinating and never passes up a chance to learn more about them. During high school Kevin built his first computer and also began troubleshooting and building computer systems for family and friends. He took his first real leap into the world of programming when he was 14 by modifying the artificial intelligence used to control computer players in Counter-Strike, a first person shooter. Afterwards, he was hooked and knew that he wanted to explore the world of programming even further. Kevin graduated from Hammarskjold High School in 2003 and set his sights on Lakehead University and its HBSc. Computer Science degree. Read more

Photo: Kevin Biloski

Alumni Profile: Linda Cairns, Badmin '79

“When I was asked if I would consider being profiled in the “Alumni in the Spotlight” feature I initially thought, why would they want to profile me? However, upon reflecting on my life after graduation, I realized it was during my time at Lakehead that early opportunities afforded themselves, which eventually led to bigger accomplishments and additional opportunities in my life.”

Linda Cairns was born in Port Arthur Ontario, as it was called then, now the north side of Thunder Bay, and was only two pounds when she was born.  Due to her small birth weight she was the first baby to use the incubator in St. Joseph’s Hospital:

“I think that set the stage for me, because I fought to stay alive and all through my life it has been my determination which has brought me to where I am today.” Read more

Photo: Linda Cairns