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Meet a Canadian Student

Schedule a video call with an undergraduate Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) student to get an insider's perspective on what it's like to study at TMU. They can answer any questions you have about student culture, community and life on campus and in the big city.

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Students available on Mondays

Andy, a student ambassador.

Andy

Pronouns: He/him
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Program: Politics and Governance
Hometown: Toronto, Ontario
Favourite spot on campus: TMU Library

Ask me about: Faculty of Arts, Tri-Mentoring Program, Student Life and Learning Support
Student involvement: Students for Mental Awareness Support Health (SMASH)
Highlight of being a TMU student: The Politics and Governance Ottawa field trip and volunteering at orientation for Society of Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities (SASSH) (external link) 
Advice for future students: Learn as much as you can from any place and anyone. Put fear aside and put yourself out there

Ayaan, a student ambassador.

Ayaan

Pronouns: She/her
Faculty: Engineering and Architectural Science 
Program: Biomedical Engineering 
Hometown: Cairo, Egypt 
Favourite spot on campus: Daphne Cockwell Health Sciences Complex (DCC)

Ask me about: Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science and First-Year Engineering Office mentorship
Student involvement: Metropolitan Undergraduate Engineering Society (external link) , First Year Engineering Office, Biomedical Engineering Course Union, Biomedical Engineering Society
Highlight of being a TMU student: Being located right in the heart of downtown, there's always something exciting happening and it makes the whole university experience feel even more dynamic and connected to the city
Advice for future students: Take advantage of TMU’s downtown location and student resources to maximize both your academic and personal growth

Nathaniel, a student ambassador.

Nathaniel

Pronouns: He/him
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Program: Computer Science
Hometown: Markham, Ontario
Favourite spot on campus: TMU Library (Floor 4 or 8)

 

Ask me about: Faculty of Science 
Student involvement: SciXChange Outreach Program 
Highlight of being a TMU student: TMU has countless resources and a dynamic atmosphere. From external conferences to in-house events and the rigorous workshops to the laid-back culture-based coffee houses
Advice for future students: There is nothing better than being at a school that promotes you to reach your fullest potential

Tamanna, a student ambassador.

Tamanna

Pronouns: She/her
Faculty: The Creative School
Program: Journalism 
Hometown: Brampton, Ontario
Favourite spot on campus: Eric Palin Hall (EPH)

Ask me about: The Creative School, Housing & Residence Life 
Student involvement: TMU Bollywood Club 
Highlight of being a TMU student: TMU's innovative curriculum and support services help students prepare for their future careers, while its active student life, which includes clubs, athletics and cultural events, promotes personal development
Advice for future students: Join clubs and communities to try new things to pursue your passions and discover who you are

Fiza, a student ambassador.

Fiza

Pronouns: She/her
Faculty: Faculty of Science 
Program: Biomedical Science 
Hometown: Mississauga, Ontario 
Favourite spot on campus: Daphne Cockwell Health Science Complex (DCC)

Ask me about: Faculty of Science, Faculty of Science Student Learning Groups, crash courses through the undergraduate science society, Career, Co-op and Student Success Centre
Student involvement: Undergraduate Science Society, Association of Undergraduate Women in STEM, Peer Academic Leader in Science (PALS)
Highlight of being a TMU student: Working as a TMU Student Ambassador and working on research projects at the MaRS Discovery District
Advice for future students: Don’t compare your journey in undergrad to anyone else around you. You’re not too late or too early to do anything

Students available on Wednesdays

Christine, a student ambassador.

Christine

Pronouns: She/her
Faculty: The Creative School
Program: Creative Industries
Hometown: Mississauga, Ontario
Favourite spot on campus: Ted Rogers School of Management building (TRS)

Ask me about: The Creative School, Academic Accommodation Support
Student involvement: Creative Industries Course Union third-year representative 
Highlight of being a TMU student: The networking opportunities and the events on campus
Advice for future students: Get involved in campus activities and make connections

Mila, a student ambassador.

Mila

Pronouns: She/her
Faculty: Ted Rogers School of Management 
Program: Business Management - Marketing Major 
Hometown: Etobicoke, Ontario 
Favourite spot on campus: Balzac's Coffee

Ask me about: Ted Rogers School of Management, Recreation and Athletics Fitness Classes, Writing and Language Support, TMU Bold Varsity Games, TMSU Events, Business Career Hub networking events
Student involvement: DiabetesLink, Tri-Mentoring Program, French For All, Sport intramurals 
Highlight of being a TMU student: The people, the community and vibrancy of campus is like no other, as a student in my last year I will miss walking around campus
Advice for future students: Fully immerse yourself in the campus community, by attending student events, studying on campus and being part of what you find fun! Enjoy your time as a student here, because it goes by quicker than you think

Pri, a student ambassador.

Pri

Pronouns: She/her
Faculty: Faculty of Community Services
Program: Nursing
Hometown: Niagara Falls, Ontario
Favourite spot on campus: Student Learning Centre (SLC) 6th Floor

Ask me about: Faculty of Community Services
Student involvement: Ted Rogers Pride Alliance
Highlight of being a TMU student: You will never run out of food options around campus!
Advice for future students: Keep trying to step out of your comfort zone if you want to meet new people!

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