{"id":1594,"date":"2017-06-22T12:58:52","date_gmt":"2017-06-22T16:58:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.studentlife.utoronto.ca\/innovationhub\/?page_id=1076"},"modified":"2026-04-09T15:11:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T19:11:36","slug":"fallwinter-team-20162017","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.studentlife.utoronto.ca\/innovationhub\/fallwinter-team-20162017\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall-Winter 2016-2017 Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t

Julia Smeed, Innovation Hub Project Lead<\/h2>\n

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Julia is an intrapreneur through and through. She is passionate about seeing students succeed with their goals and loves to see new innovations come to life. Julia is a mom to 3-year-old twins Joshua and Victoria and she loves jazz music.<\/p>\n

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Tamsyn Riddle,\u00a0Access for Every Student<\/em>\u00a0Student Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Tamsyn is a third year undergraduate in Diaspora and Transnational Studies, Equity Studies and Political Science. Currently, Tamsyn co-created\u00a0her safe.u, a mobile platform to combat campus sexual violence through consent, education and survivor support (sayfeu.org<\/a>).<\/p>\nACCESS FOR EVERY STUDENT TEAM<\/span>

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nLai Wardak, Staff Co-Leader<\/strong>
\nLai is a UHIP Program Administrator. Lai seeks to bring equity-drive opportunities to the fore of Student Life in order to infuse\u00a0University-Student relations with new possibilities.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nEmma\u00a0 Beaulieu,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nEmma is in her second and final year of the Master of Occupational Therapy program. She is part of this project because she believes in making U of T accessible for everyone.\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Brian Luk, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nBrian is a second year Computer Science specialist student with a major in East Asian Studies. He joined this project to innovate with fellow team members for a brighter community.\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nSunny\u00a0Xiang, Domain Team Member
\n<\/strong>Sunny is a first-year undergraduate student in Rotman’s Commerce program. A fun fact about Sunny is that her Chinese name (Xue) means snow!\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Jennifer\u00a0Davies, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nJen is a U of T staff member, serving at the AA&CC at the Scarborough campus. Jen is excited about participating in the Innovation Hub because she knows there are bodies of students that are not being reached\u00a0and she’d like to figure out why in order to\u00a0improve accessibility.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Ben Poynton, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nBen is a Senior Coordinator, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, within U of T’s\u00a0Office of Vice-President, Human Resources & Equity and the Office of Vice-Provost, Students.He is excited about exploring new linkages in order to improve student experience.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Sania Hameed, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nSania is currently pursuing her MEd in Student Development and Student Services in Higher Education at the OISE. She enjoys interacting with students, and finds her current role as a Career Start Peer Advisor at the Career Centre especially fulfilling in this respect!\n
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\"\"<\/a>Julie Anne Shephard, Domain Team Member<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Natasha Tang,\u00a0Fostering Connectedness<\/em>\u00a0Student Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Natasha is a fourth-year student studying genetics. Fun fact: she has a twin sister who also attends U of T and they have confused many people here!<\/p>\nFOSTERING CONNECTEDNESS TEAM<\/span>

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\n\"\"<\/a>Erin Clifford, Staff Co-Leader
\n<\/strong>Erin is a Lead Coordinator for Mentorship and Peer Programs in the Division of Student Life. She has studied and worked at at four different post-secondary institutions, including in a residence hall for the 10 years that the TV show\u00a0Friends\u00a0<\/em>aired.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Danny\u00a0Farah, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nDanny completed his undergrad at U of T and is doing his master’s in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. For him, it’s exciting to be part of such a diverse group of team members.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Elvis\u00a0Ibrahimovic, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nElvis, an OISE alumnus, is Co-Curricular Learning Coordinator at the Centre for Community Partnerships within Student Life. For Elvis, the participation of students as co-leaders of this project means this work is relevant.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Guang Ying Mo, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nGuang is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology at UTM. She\u00a0is thrilled to use her expertise and collaborate with a diverse team to help students become better connected to peers, community,\u00a0and university resources.\n
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\"\"<\/p>\nCathy\u00a0Maloney,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nCathy, an alumna of University College, is the Manager of Intercultural Initiatives and Learning Strategy at the Centre for International Experience. She’s excited to participate in building connections across our diverse campus.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nSean\u00a0Caffrey,\u00a0Domain Team Memeber
\n<\/strong>Sean is the Executive Director of BioZone, a center for applied biosciences and bioengineering at UofT. In his spare time he is a professional wedding and travel photographer!\n

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Ling Lam,\u00a0Future Ready Students<\/em>\u00a0Student Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

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Ling is currently pursuing a Master of Information at the Faculty of Information. She has experience working in several student service departments at U of T. Ling’s hair has been dyed every colour of the rainbow in the past!<\/p>\nFUTURE READY STUDENTS TEAM<\/span>

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\n\"\"<\/a>Melanie Coleman, \u00a0Staff Co-Leader<\/strong>
\nMelanie coordinates employment recruitment and engagement at Student Life. She has fond memories of her time working as a cruise director on a boat in the Toronto Harbour!\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Ainsley Goldman,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nAinsley is a Placement Program Coordinator at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education. She used to have a goat as a pet and would take him on leashed walks. Ainsley is excited to help students take their next step with confidence\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nAziza Virani,\u00a0Domain Team Member
\n<\/strong>Aziza is a Special Projects Officer, Centre for International Experience Division of Student Life. Fluent in French and Spanish, Aziza looks forward to authentically connecting with the U of T community.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nChristopher Duff,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nChristopher is President of Inspired Initiatives, the\u00a0innovation consulting firm he founded. Christopher is passionately curious about life and loves\u00a0to use innovation to tackle unexplored and often overlooked areas.\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Jonathan Cheevers,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nJonathan is the Manager of Student and Young Alumni Outreach at Alumni Relations and has completed two degrees at U of T. Jonathon\u00a0is an avid Blue Jays fan and looks forward to strengthening relationships between\u00a0students and\u00a0alumni.\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nMing Da (Tim) Li,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nTim is a second-year Computer Engineering undergrad who is in the midst of a foodie journey of dining at more than 150 restaurants across Downtown Toronto!\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Vincent Tu,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nVincent is third-year student in Rotman Commerce’s Finance and Economics Specialist Program. \u00a0Vincent speaks English, Chinese, Japanese and dabbles in French.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Pranay Shrestha, Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nPranay\u00a0is a 2nd year MASc student at the department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering.\u00a0He is passionate about making the most out of the University experience and having fun along the way!\n
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Jacquie Beaulieu,\u00a0Integrated Learning Experience<\/em>\u00a0Student\u00a0Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Jacqueline is a PhD student in the Higher Education program at OISE. When Jacqueline’s not working or doing schoolwork, you can find her doing flip jumps and layback spins on the ice at the Varsity Arena.<\/p>\nINTEGRATED LEARNING EXPERIENCE TEAM<\/span>

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\n\"\"<\/a>Julian Weinrib, Staff Co-Leader<\/strong>
\nJulian is a Special Projects Officer in the Office of the Vice-Provost, Innovations in Undergraduate Education. His dissertation research involved trips to\u00a0Norway, Tanzania and South Africa. Julian is looking forward to expanding his understanding of gaps in student experience.\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nAtifa F. Karim,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nAtifa is in her final semester at OISE. Atifa has lived in Guyana, United States (Florida), Jamaica and Canada! She is looking forward to learn from and contribute to a campus community that is very important to her.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nBonnie Jane Maracle, Doman Team Member<\/strong>
\nBonnie is an Aboriginal Learning Strategist, Academic Learning Center, St. George Campus with embedded services at First Nations House. She loves to drive, and has driven across Canada a number of times.\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Eric Schwenger,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nEric is a Master’s student at OISE. He works with Clubs and Leadership Development within Student Life. He’s excited to help students find community here at U of T.\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nFatema Khan,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nFatema is a Rotman Commerce student, specializing in Accounting. She knows five languages and wants to make the Innovation Hub a platform for positive change for students.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nMarc Arnold,\u00a0Domain Team Leader<\/strong>
\nMarc is a Coordinator of Transition and Advising for international students at the Centre for International Experience. Marc is most excited to\u00a0creating significant change led by a diversity of voices.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nMichelle Brownrigg,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nMichelle is Senior Director, Co-Curricular Education and Chief Program Officer at U of T. With a background in community engagement, she looks forward to working collaboratively at the Innovation Hub.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nStacy Costa, Domain Team Member<\/b>
\nStacy\u00a0is currently a Doctoral Student\u00a0 in a collaborative program in the department of Curriculum, Studies and Teacher development at OISE. She is also a puzzle designer and talks to various groups and professionals about the usage of puzzles to introduce problem solving and STEM understanding in Education.\n

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Taylor Stinson,\u00a0Whole Student Development<\/em>\u00a0Student Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Taylor, is a third year computer science specialist, with a focus on project architecture. Taylor has just returned from an AIESEC international intern exchange program. He interned in Portugal and enjoyed it very much.<\/p>\nWHOLE STUDENT DEVELOPMENT TEAM<\/span>

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\n\"\"<\/a>Cristina Peter, Staff Co-Leader<\/strong>
\nCristina, a three-time alumna, is Student Success Programs Coordinator at the Faculty of Arts and Science. She looks forward to hearing great insights from the team’s diverse members.\n
\n\"Aman<\/a>Aman Chohan,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nAman is a Student Life Officer, Housing Services and Division of Student Life. Aman has watched the series\u00a0That 70’s Show<\/em>, over six times! He is looking forward to working alongside other likeminded individuals.\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nAry Maharaj,\u00a0Domain Team Member
\n<\/strong>Ary is a first-year, M.Ed. student in the Counselling and Psychotherapy program at OISE. He’s also a staff member at the Scarborough campus, splitting time between Health & Wellness and Athletics & Recreation.\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Aryan Esgandanian,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nAryan is currently working in the non-profit sector designing and implementing programs designed to support marginalized populations. Aryan loves to play field hockey, water-ski and travel. She’s\u00a0is thrilled to contribute to \u00a0improving students’ experiences and development.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Ayana Webb,\u00a0Domain Team Member
\n<\/strong>Ayana is a Recreation and Wellness Program Associate, Hart House, and Division of Student Life. Ayana can say “I love you” in thirty different languages. She is excited about\u00a0Innovation Hub possibilities.\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nFiras Najjar,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nFiras is currently completing his M.Eng in Materials Science & Engineering. He enjoys watching documentaries, taking care of his plants, and is excited to work with like-minded people to improve the student experience at U of T.\n

\n\"\"<\/a>Susan Ivimey,\u00a0Domain Team Member<\/strong>
\nSusan is the Executive Assistant, Co-Curricular Physical Education and Sport in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Susan is excited to participate in the Hub because of the opportunity to engage in grassroots creative action to improve the student experience here at U of T.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Tayyaba Shahzad, Domain Team Member
\n<\/strong>Tayyabba is a\u00a0third-year undergrad doing a double major in Political Science and Criminology.\u00a0She has a huge passion for collecting books and \u00a0owns\u00a0a min- library filled with more than 300 of them!\u00a0\n
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Margaryta Ignatenko,\u00a0Communications\/IT,<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0Events\/Admin<\/em>\u00a0Teams Student Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Margaryta is studying Journalism at UTSC. She spent her summer interning at Rotman’s Martin Prosperity Institute with the I-Think initiative and participating in Spartan races.<\/p>\nCOMMUNICATIONS\/IT & EVENTS\/ADMIN TEAMS<\/span>

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\n\"\"<\/a>Tricia Kenderdine, Communications\/IT\u00a0Coordinator<\/strong>
\nTricia is the Communications Coordinator in Student Life Communications. She is looking forward to working with the Innovation Hub to help transform student communications at U of T. Tricia is a fan of anything in the science fiction genre and the theater.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Igor Samardzic, Events and Admin\u00a0Coordinator<\/strong>
\nIgor is an Organizer at U of T’s The Agency and will be pursuing his Masters in Planning in 2017. He enjoys running along the Don River Valley, Harry Potter, and developing new ways of thinking and doing.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Josh Hass, Communications\/IT\u00a0Team Member<\/strong>
\nJosh is the Lead Coordinator for Orientation, Transition & Engagement in Student Life and currently pursuing his MEd\u00a0(Higher Education) at OISE. He also successfully completed the saltine cracker challenge one time. Josh hopes the Innovation Hub will help take great to awesome.\n
\n\"KarenShim\"<\/a>Karen Shim, Communications\/IT Team Member<\/strong>
\nKaren is Communications Associate in the Vice-Provost, Academic Programs Office. She is also a green ambassador, helping to promote sustainability and environmental awareness. She wants students to have the most awesome experience at U of T.\n
\n\"Riley<\/a>Riley McCullough, Events and Admin Team Member<\/strong>
\nRiley is a recent alumnus who works as a Planning and Policy Advisor for a Toronto City Councillor. Born and raised in LA, she now puts up with snowy Canadian winters!\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Linda Moss,\u00a0Events and Admin Team Member<\/strong>
\nLinda Moss is the Event Coordinator for the central Career Centre. She loves to travel and has been to Antarctica. She is excited to participate because she loves working with people motivated to improve student experiences.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Kay Dawkins,\u00a0Events and Admin Team Member<\/strong>
\nKay is a manager of Physical Activity at the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education. Kay loves to travel to exotic places like Borneo, Bhutan, and Mount Everest. Kay is looking forward to collaborating and contributing to a better student experience.\n
\n\"\"<\/a>Meaghan Lau,\u00a0Events and Admin Team Member<\/strong>
\nMeaghan has worked in seven different departments at U of T over the past four years and is also an MEd student at OISE. She enjoys trying new foods!\n
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Alexandra Rodney,\u00a0Operations\u00a0& Design<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0Organizational Learning<\/em>\u00a0Teams Student Co-Leader<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Alexandra is a senior PhD student in the Sociology department. Her dissertation looks at healthy living blogs and their readers. Alexandra is excited to use design-thinking methodology and considers herself a gardening nerd!<\/p>\nOPERATIONS & DESIGN AND ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING TEAMS<\/span>

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nDenise Bentum, Organizational Learning Team Coordinator<\/strong>
\nDenise is a Master’s student in Adult Education and Community Development. She wants to connect with staff, faculty and students, and draw out innovative ideas to help the U of T community flourish.\n

\n\"Laura<\/a>Laura Klamot, Operations & Design\u00a0Team\u00a0Coordinator<\/strong>
\nLaura is a User Experience Designer, ACORN Team, Dept: EASI. Laura is learning archery at Hart House. She is often told that she looks like Disney’s Merida now her bow doubles as a prop! Laura wants to help design a better U of T!\n
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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nLiam O’Leary, Organizational Learning\u00a0Team Member<\/strong>
\nLiam is the Graduate Programming Coordinator, School of Graduate Studies. He facilitates and coordinates professional development offerings and social events for the School of Graduate Studies.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nKate Bowers,\u00a0Organizational Learning<\/strong>\u00a0Team Member<\/strong>
\nKate is a Career Educator at the Career Centre in the Division of Student Life. She is also also a triathlete, the youngest of five siblings, and has a deep and unabashed love for the show\u00a0Survivor.\u00a0<\/em>She’s excited to explore new ways of working together across campus!\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nTanya Lewis, Organizational Learning\u00a0Team Member<\/strong>
\nTanya has been the Director of Accessibility Services and Academic Success for seven years. Her interests include: critiques of the medical model, trauma and embodiment and psychoanalytical approaches to understanding group processes.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nDanniel Liu, Operations & Design\u00a0Team Member<\/strong>
\nDanniel is a third-year student of Computer Science and Statistics. He joined the Innovation Hub because he thinks there are\u00a0many things we can do to make the University a better place.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nAna Quilumbango, Operations & Design\u00a0Team Member<\/strong>
\nAna \u00a0is a second-year mechanical engineering student. Ana is a coffee-drinker, proud Ecuadorian and possibly the most positive girl in the world. She is excited to start making the place where she lives and learns better!\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nJoseph Minichini, Operations & Design\u00a0Team Member
\n<\/strong>Joseph is currently enrolled in graduate level studies at OISE in the Masters of Education, Higher Education Leadership program. He is looking forward to\u00a0the potential of improving the student experience through the lens of the University of Toronto student-body.\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/p>\nJeff Burrow,\u00a0Operations & Design\u00a0Team Member
\n<\/strong>Jeff is the Manager of Assessment & Analysis in Student Life and in his final year of a PhD in Higher Education at OISE. He is the proud owner of a\u00a0Jersey Shore<\/em>\u00a0coffee mug. Through the Innovation Hub, Jeff is excited to hear more directly from our students.\n

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