SwM - Cohort 4 (Fall 2022) Canada East Program

STUDENTS

Rachel Aydalla
She/Her/Hers
Queen's University


Rachel is a 3rd year Computer Engineering student at Queen's University. In her field, she enjoys solving problems with her peers. In her free time, you can find her making art, practicing her instruments, or cooking delicious food. Something interesting about Rachel is that she is in Queen's marching band.

Sheyma Ben Mabrouk
She/Her/Hers
Queen's University


Sheyma is a second year Mechanical Engineering graduate student at Queens University. In her field, she enjoys diving deep into the physics of fluid dynamics. In her free time, you can find her fencing, learning guitar, reading books, or contemplating the sky. Something interesting about Sheyma is that she is Tunisian .

Gayatri Chugh
She/Her/Hers
Ivey Business School


Gayatri is a first year MSc in Management (International Business) student at Ivey Business School, Western University, London, Ontario. In her field, she enjoys human capital research and consulting. In her free time, you can find her cooking or trying something new. Something interesting about Gayatri is that she is an advocate and cleared the Bar exam in India.

Rawan El-Khatib

She/Her/Hers
Queen's University

Rawan El-Khatib is a year 4th (Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences/Electrical and Computer Engineering/Communications and Signal Processing) PhD student at Queen’s University. In her field, she enjoys actively participating in research that enables the democratization of edge computing and the proliferation of synergistic information services. She also actively engages in efforts for the sustained advancement of inclusion, equity, diversity, and anti-racism in the classroom. In her free time, you can find her writing or taking long walks by Lake Ontario. Something interesting about Rawan is that she lived in four different countries, and she is obsessed with all animals, especially cats.

Grace Gong
She/Her/Hers
University of Western Ontario


Grace is a 3rd year computer science student at Western university. She enjoys reading, badminton and swimming. In her free time, you can find her travelling to conferences or volunteering. Something unique about Grace is that she has 2 cats and plans to adopt 3 more.

Payal Gorule
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Payal is a 2nd year Management Specialist and Economics Major at University of Toronto. In her field, she enjoys applying concepts she learnt in the classroom to her professional and personal life. In her free time, Payal enjoys reading, watching Netflix, and keeping up with the stock market. Something interesting about Payal is that she is double-jointed!

Ting Guo
She/Her/Hers
University of British Columbia


Ting is a 5th year combined mathematics & economics student at University of British Columbia (UBC). In her field, she enjoys using her programming skills to analyze real-world dataset in attempts to find optimal solutions. In her free time, you can find her exploring different types of food around the town and playing games that require strategies. Something interesting about Ting is she does not eat spicy food at all.

Amanda Helka
She/Her/Hers
University of Waterloo


Amanda is a 3rd year Pharmacy student at the University of Waterloo. In her field she enjoys finding new ways to educate local communities. In her free time you can find her painting, drawing and sculpting art. Something interesting about Amanda is she collects unique & funky shaped purses & earrings.

Zaina Hibah
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Zaina is a third year Computer Science student at the University of Toronto Mississauga. In her field, she enjoys programming web applications and working closely with others on projects. In her free time, you can find her hanging out with her friends. Something interesting about Zaina is that she draws.

Varsha Kalpana Shanmuga Kumar
She/Her/Hers
Seneca College


Varsha is a 2nd year Diploma student at "Seneca college ", Toronto. In her field, she enjoys "experimenting on machines". In her free time, you can find her "going on nature walks or trying new recipes in cooking and relax my mind by listening songs". Something interesting about Varsha is "can handle people patiently and make them laugh. I love to interact with people and build up more conversations".



Rahima Kamal
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Rahima is a 3rd year Business Entrepreneurship and Psychology major student at University of Toronto. In her filed she enjoys solving complex problems. In her free time you can find her reading literature. Something unique about Rahima is she can speak 4 languages.

Aarohi Katoch
She/Her/Hers
University of Waterloo


Aarohi Katoch is a second year Mathematics, Statistics, Computing student at the University of Waterloo. In her field, she enjoys proving mathematical statements! In her free time, you can find her at the gym or reading her favourite comfort book :). Something interesting about Aarohi is that she has a twin sister!

Nuzhat Khan
She/Her/Hers
McMaster University


Nuzhat is a second year Honours Commerce student at McMaster University. In her field, she enjoys marketing and finance. In her free time, you can find her video editing. Something interesting about Nuzhat is she worked as a preschool teacher over the summer.

Evageline Lam
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Evangeline is a year 4 BSc student at University of Toronto. In her field, she enjoys software and full stack development. In her free time, you can find her playing Stardew Valley or listening to music. Something interesting about Evangeline is that she is from Malaysia.

Michelle Li
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Michelle Li is a 3rd year Economics and Political Science student at University of Toronto . In her field, she enjoys learning about impacts of social policies. In her free time, you can find her doing tattoo designs. Something interesting about Michelle is she likes pink drink with sparkling water.

Natasha Murji
She/Her/Hers
McMaster University/ Humber College


Natasha is a post graduate student from Humber College. In her field of User Experience Design, she enjoys creating memorable experiences. In her free time, you can find her learning a new dance style, lately she has been into Irish soft shoe dancing. Something unique about Natasha is she has been on a dragon boat team for 10+ years.

Khadeeja Naseer
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Khadeeja is a 4th year Computer Science student at the University of Toronto. In her field, she enjoys software development and data analytics. In her free time, you can find her watching movies. Something interesting about Khadeeja is that she wants to visit all the provinces and territories in Canada.

Tanvi Pal
She/Her/Hers
MBA Candidate (2023)


Tanvi is an MBA student at Ivey Business School, Canada. In her field she enjoys integrated digital communications for businesses. In her free time you can find her in a dance studio as she is a professionally trained dancer. Something interesting about my name is that on one hand it refers to being delicate and slender, whereas on the other it also refers to the name of an Indian Goddess who is known for protection, strength and courage.

Camilla Pena
She/Her/Hers
George Brown College


Camila is a Business Admistrator currently studying a postgraduate degree in Digital Marketing at George Brown College. In her, she enjoys learn about the latest technological advances and social media. In her free time, you can find her in parks having a picnic with his family, visiting different restaurants to try new foods or swimming.

Charlotte (Zhenru) Peng

She/Her/Hers
Western University


Charlotte Peng is a fourth-year Computer Science student at Western University. In her field, she enjoys developing tools that make life easier. In her free time, you can find her watching Netflix shows and playing Switch. Something interesting about Charlotte is that she has lived in three countries.

Sam Plante
He/Him/His
St.Clair College



Ravicha Ravinthiran

She/Her/Hers
University of Waterloo


Ravicha is a 4th Year Science and Business student at the University of Waterloo. In her field, she enjoys health technology and innovation. In her free time, you can find her travelling or trying a new hobby. Something interesting about Ravicha is that she loves skydiving!

Bella Reimchen

She/Her/Hers
University of Alberta


Bella is a second year Bachelor of Commerce student with a major in Business Law and Economics at the University of Alberta. In her field, she enjoys the challenge that each topic brings. In her free time, you can find her working or writing poetry. Something interesting about Bella is that she grew up as a competitive dancer and soccer player.

Faye Sajid

She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto-Mississauga


Faye Sajid is a third year Mathematical Sciences undergraduate student at the University of Toronto Mississauga. In her field, she enjoys algebraic cryptography. In her free time, you can find her riding her bike to the beach. Something interesting about Faye is that she loves to explore new libraries, museums and art galleries.

Nandini Shah
She/Her/Hers
University of Toronto


Nandini Shah is a third year Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics student at the University of Toronto. In her field, she enjoys the ability to be creative and face unique challenges everyday. In her free time, you can find her dancing! Something unique/interesting/quirky about Nandini is that she has broken over 5 bones and has torn her ligaments several times.

Emily Sheng

She/Her/Hers
Ivey Business School


Emily is a third year business student at Ivey Business School. In her field, she's interested in product management. In her free time, you can find her watching tennis or trying to find the best vegan cheese. Something interesting about Emily is that she likes to make slime for fun.

Mizuki Shindoh
She/Her/Hers
University of British Columbia


Mizuki is a 3rd year Computer Science Major student at UBC Vancouver. In her field, she enjoys algorithm, logic, and exploring the benefit of technology to the society. In her free time, you can find her reading books, meditating, and enjoying the beautiful nature of British Columbia. Something interesting about Mizuki is that she plays four musical instruments.

Ellen Tao

She/Her/Hers
University of Western Ontario


Name is Ellen Tao year 2 Electrical and Computer Engineering Bachelors student at The University of Western Ontario. In her field, she enjoys solving circuits and soldering. In her free time, you can find her trying to rollerskate, read, or draw. Something unique/interesting/quirky about Ellen is that she has the sweetest tuxedo cat named Merlin.

Daphne Tian
She/Her/Hers
University of British Columbia


Daphne Tian is a 2nd year Cognitive Systems and Computer Science (Faculty/Major/Minor/Diploma) student at University of British Columbia. In her field, she enjoys user interface design. In her free time, you can find her drawing, hiking, and hanging out with friends. Something unique/interesting/quirky about Daphne is that she is a tattoo apprentice.



Taryn Wou
She/Her/Hers
University of British Columbia


Taryn is a third-year Business and Computer Science Combined Major student at the University of British Columbia. In her field, she enjoys front-end development, UI/UX, marketing, and entrepreneurship. In her free time, you can find her organizing hackathons, engaging in digital media projects, and volunteering in her community. Something interesting about Taryn is that she is learning how to play the ukulele.