Our Team

Day is a third-year Commerce student at Saint Mary’s University, balancing academics with pouring her heart into Neurodivergence advocacy, awareness, and education. She lights up when presented with an opportunity to partner with neurodivergent-led businesses, community-development champions, and kindred spirits - and she’s always eager to spark new adventures that sow joy.

*for all the flowers in her life that helped her sow the beginnings of her own joy*

Claudia is a second-year Commerce student at Saint Mary’s University and the Vice President of the Neurodivergent Society. She’s passionate about creating spaces where neurodivergent students can feel comfortable, supported, and celebrated for who they are. Having experienced firsthand how important understanding and flexibility can be, Claudia values the different ways people learn, communicate, and connect. In her role, she helps support the executive team, plan events, and build connections that strengthen the neurodivergent community on campus, and maybe make things a little brighter along the way!

Lauren is a fourth-year Psychology student at Saint Mary’s University. Through roles of treasurer and accommodations executive, she draws on first-hand experience to advocate for accessibility, including the recognition of different needs and personalized support. Lauren is passionate about creating informed, inclusive environments and validating support systems for students with disabilities. Within the Neurodivergent Society, she hopes members can find a warm and affirming safe space where they can connect or find comfort.

Matt is a fourth-year Commerce student Saint Mary's University. He has aspirations to help fellow neurodivergent students find themselves, as well as find their place both at SMU and in life. Using his own experiences navigating life through neurodiversity, Matt aims to guide others into feeling comfortable with who they are and confident knowing they are not alone. 

Kharnie is a 23 year old, 3rd year BA Student majoring in Public Humanities & Heritage. She has her own YouTube channel, with her first video being posted in 2012 leading to over 10 years of content creation and learning the ins-and-outs of social media. She puts the skills learned over these past 10+ years towards building the society's online presence.

Being neurodivergent herself, she hopes to contribute to creating a welcoming community where everyone can be themselves, find like-minded people, and have a space of safety and belonging.