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Ashmeet Kaur Sandhu
Ashmeet Kaur Sandhu
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She wants to become a Clinical Psychologist and make her parents proud in every way no matter what it takes. She volunteers with Birthright (helps pregnant women) , Gursewak (teaching toddlers how to write Punjabi), UPSA, and her local Gurudwara. Her hobbies are to cook, watch movies, try new restaurants, and play cricket.
She wants to become a Clinical Psychologist and make her parents proud in every way no matter what it takes. She volunteers with Birthright (helps pregnant women) , Gursewak (teaching toddlers how to write Punjabi), UPSA, and her local Gurudwara. Her hobbies are to cook, watch movies, try new restaurants, and play cricket.
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“Mind you are the image of the Divine light, you shall recognize your origin” ~Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, 441
Danya Shafi
Danya Shafi
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Danya is a second-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in the Honours Psychology program with an interest in developmental psychology and education. Danya has a passion for teaching and loves supporting others in academic and youth-centred environments. Outside of school, she enjoys gardening, learning new languages, and spending time with her friends and family.
Danya is a second-year student pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in the Honours Psychology program with an interest in developmental psychology and education. Danya has a passion for teaching and loves supporting others in academic and youth-centred environments. Outside of school, she enjoys gardening, learning new languages, and spending time with her friends and family.
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"While it is always best to believe in one's self, a little help from others can be a great blessing." - Uncle Iroh
Deniz Eslampor
Deniz Eslampor
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Deniz is a second year Bachelor of Science Psychology student with a deep curiosity about how the human mind and body work. A recipient of the Tentanda Via Award who is equally passionate about biology and understanding the mysteries of life. Whether she’s reading crime novels, watching mystery films, or exploring scientific questions, Deniz loves to play detective any chance she gets. She hopes to become a psychiatrist in the future, bringing that same passion for solving puzzles into her work. As a proud Persian, she’s deeply connected to her history and culture and hopes to one day be a voice for her people and their fight for freedom. She finds peace in music and expresses her thoughts through writing.
Deniz is a second year Bachelor of Science Psychology student with a deep curiosity about how the human mind and body work. A recipient of the Tentanda Via Award who is equally passionate about biology and understanding the mysteries of life. Whether she’s reading crime novels, watching mystery films, or exploring scientific questions, Deniz loves to play detective any chance she gets. She hopes to become a psychiatrist in the future, bringing that same passion for solving puzzles into her work. As a proud Persian, she’s deeply connected to her history and culture and hopes to one day be a voice for her people and their fight for freedom. She finds peace in music and expresses her thoughts through writing.
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The wound is the place where the Light enters you. -Rumi
Giada Romano
Giada Romano
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Giada is a motivated and compassionate individual with a clear vision for her future in healthcare. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and plans to continue her journey by attending medical school. With a strong dedication to patient care, she has volunteered at Humber River Health Hospital, where she gained firsthand experience in clinical settings. Her fascination with the human body is reflected in her favorite book, The Body by Bill Bryson. Committed to lifelong learning and service, she is eager to make a meaningful impact in the field of medicine.
Giada is a motivated and compassionate individual with a clear vision for her future in healthcare. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and plans to continue her journey by attending medical school. With a strong dedication to patient care, she has volunteered at Humber River Health Hospital, where she gained firsthand experience in clinical settings. Her fascination with the human body is reflected in her favorite book, The Body by Bill Bryson. Committed to lifelong learning and service, she is eager to make a meaningful impact in the field of medicine.
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“What a blessing to be tired in the pursuit of a challenge of your own choosing.”
Kathy Nguyen
Kathy Nguyen
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Kathy is a 3rd year Hons. B.A. Psychology student with interests in mental health, neuroscience, and public health. As a Southeast Asian, first generation student, and a trained volunteer crisis responder at Kids Help Phone, she brings empathy, resilience, and lived experiences of navigating systemic barriers to a field where diverse voices have historically been underrepresented. Kathy aims to change that by advocating for increased accessibility and ensuring that marginalized communities are reflected in psychology and healthcare. She hopes to work in health policy in the future to help improve mental health policies within academic spaces and workplace environments.
Kathy is a 3rd year Hons. B.A. Psychology student with interests in mental health, neuroscience, and public health. As a Southeast Asian, first generation student, and a trained volunteer crisis responder at Kids Help Phone, she brings empathy, resilience, and lived experiences of navigating systemic barriers to a field where diverse voices have historically been underrepresented. Kathy aims to change that by advocating for increased accessibility and ensuring that marginalized communities are reflected in psychology and healthcare. She hopes to work in health policy in the future to help improve mental health policies within academic spaces and workplace environments.
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Self-Quote - Psychology gives a voice to what we carry inside and shows how it can affect every part of us from our minds, to our bodies and our souls.
Random fact - I love listening to K-Pop and also incorporate it into my studies to make learning more fun!
Kiana Seyrafizadeh
Kiana Seyrafizadeh
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Kiana is a third-year student in the Specialized Honors Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program at York University. She is currently on the Dean’s Honor Roll, having maintained a sessional GPA of 8.25 in her second year, and previously earned Honor Roll status in high school. Her career interests include becoming a therapist, professor of psychology, or possibly pursuing a path in law. Kiana has volunteered as a swimming instructor and worked at Kumon, helping students with math, writing, and homework. She is excited to be part of UPSA and looks forward to supporting her peers through peer tutoring.
Kiana is a third-year student in the Specialized Honors Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program at York University. She is currently on the Dean’s Honor Roll, having maintained a sessional GPA of 8.25 in her second year, and previously earned Honor Roll status in high school. Her career interests include becoming a therapist, professor of psychology, or possibly pursuing a path in law. Kiana has volunteered as a swimming instructor and worked at Kumon, helping students with math, writing, and homework. She is excited to be part of UPSA and looks forward to supporting her peers through peer tutoring.
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When I'm not studying you’ll probably find me with a guitar in hand!
Pardis Raoofnia
Pardis Raoofnia
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Pardis is a BSc Honours Psychology student with concentrations in Child and Youth Development, and Mental Health and Counselling. She aims to enter the clinical psychology stream for postgraduate studies. She previously served as a course representative and wellness ambassador for Calumet & Stong Colleges, and is excited to continue contributing to student success at York. In her free time, Pardis enjoys reading new books, going to concerts, and traveling!
Pardis is a BSc Honours Psychology student with concentrations in Child and Youth Development, and Mental Health and Counselling. She aims to enter the clinical psychology stream for postgraduate studies. She previously served as a course representative and wellness ambassador for Calumet & Stong Colleges, and is excited to continue contributing to student success at York. In her free time, Pardis enjoys reading new books, going to concerts, and traveling!
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Pardis is an avid collector of fun socks! Her favourite pair have geese riding scooters on them.
Rojina hejri-rad
Rojina hejri-rad
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Sugirtha is in her final year of studies, double majoring in Psychology and Biology. She is planning on pursuing her Masters in Laboratory Medicine. Her hobbies include reading and painting. She has previously volunteered at long-term care homes in Toronto and recently was a Student Mentee at Shoreham Public School and Wellness Academy. Next year, she'll be working in the microbiology lab as a research student.
Sugirtha is in her final year of studies, double majoring in Psychology and Biology. She is planning on pursuing her Masters in Laboratory Medicine. Her hobbies include reading and painting. She has previously volunteered at long-term care homes in Toronto and recently was a Student Mentee at Shoreham Public School and Wellness Academy. Next year, she'll be working in the microbiology lab as a research student.
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If I could watch one TV show for the rest of my life it would have to be FRIENDS.
Sara Erfanian
Sara Erfanian
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Sara is a third-year Honours BSc Psychology student with a passion for supporting her peers and building community. She previously volunteered as a Peer Ambassador with UPSA and found it incredibly rewarding. She aspires to become a clinical child psychologist and work closely with children in the future. Outside of academics, she enjoys painting, practicing SFX makeup, going to the gym, and spending time outdoors. She’s excited to continue contributing to the psychology community and help others succeed in their studies.
Sara is a third-year Honours BSc Psychology student with a passion for supporting her peers and building community. She previously volunteered as a Peer Ambassador with UPSA and found it incredibly rewarding. She aspires to become a clinical child psychologist and work closely with children in the future. Outside of academics, she enjoys painting, practicing SFX makeup, going to the gym, and spending time outdoors. She’s excited to continue contributing to the psychology community and help others succeed in their studies.
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A random fact about myself is that I tore my ACL and meniscus playing a game similar to piggy in the middle.
Sathumetha Parameswaran
Sathumetha Parameswaran
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Sathumetha is entering her fourth year in the BA Honours Psychology Program and, she is minoring in English. Sathumetha is striving towards an MA in Psychology or completing the Bachelor of Education program after her Bachelor's in Psychology. Sathumetha’s career goals are to become a teacher or a therapist specializing in children’s mental health. During her last year at York, Sathumetha hopes to impact the student community by making upcoming students' university experiences enjoyable and welcoming.
Sathumetha is entering her fourth year in the BA Honours Psychology Program and, she is minoring in English. Sathumetha is striving towards an MA in Psychology or completing the Bachelor of Education program after her Bachelor's in Psychology. Sathumetha’s career goals are to become a teacher or a therapist specializing in children’s mental health. During her last year at York, Sathumetha hopes to impact the student community by making upcoming students' university experiences enjoyable and welcoming.
She finds joy in helping others, playing with puppies, baking, listening to music, watching movies/shows, hiking, going out with friends, and writing.
She finds joy in helping others, playing with puppies, baking, listening to music, watching movies/shows, hiking, going out with friends, and writing.
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A random fact about myself is that I absolutely despise sea food!
Serena Kai-Wun Phung
Serena Kai-Wun Phung
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Serena is currently a 3rd year Psychology student in the Specialized Honours program, and a Research Assistant at the SHaRe Lab and Leadership, Competition, & Teams Lab. She is currently building a career towards the academic route of psychology, and is interested in research on 2nd generation immigrants and families. Her favourite courses so far are PSYC3350, SOSC1801, & PSYC2130. She highly recommends the book "The Geography of Thought" by Richard E. Nisbett.
Serena is currently a 3rd year Psychology student in the Specialized Honours program, and a Research Assistant at the SHaRe Lab and Leadership, Competition, & Teams Lab. She is currently building a career towards the academic route of psychology, and is interested in research on 2nd generation immigrants and families. Her favourite courses so far are PSYC3350, SOSC1801, & PSYC2130. She highly recommends the book "The Geography of Thought" by Richard E. Nisbett.
After class, she spends her time playing Overwatch, Baldur's Gate 3, collecting cute Pokemon cards, and exploring the city.
After class, she spends her time playing Overwatch, Baldur's Gate 3, collecting cute Pokemon cards, and exploring the city.
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"Learn enough about anything to see the magic in everything."
Sonia Sharafdin
Sonia Sharafdin
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Sonia is a third-year Psychology Honours student. Her hobbies include listening to music, playing tennis, and visiting the city. She enjoys being a marketing volunteer with the Kaleidoscope Mental Health Support Society and a team leader at CareBridge Documentation. She has the ultimate goal of going to law school and is eager to grow and step out of her comfort zone, no matter how adventurous!
Sonia is a third-year Psychology Honours student. Her hobbies include listening to music, playing tennis, and visiting the city. She enjoys being a marketing volunteer with the Kaleidoscope Mental Health Support Society and a team leader at CareBridge Documentation. She has the ultimate goal of going to law school and is eager to grow and step out of her comfort zone, no matter how adventurous!
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"The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all." - Mulan
Tyler Sarmiento
Tyler Sarmiento
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Tyler is currently going into his third year of the Bachelor of Science Psychology Program, aspiring to become a psychotherapist. He loves to read and watch movies in his free time, looking for little gems of wisdom along the way, with a preference for historical fiction and well-being. On the theme of art, he also loves fashion and the ability to express oneself in a creative, artistic way through personal style. With a deep value of meaningful conversation and human connection, he hopes to be of service to the York Community in whatever way possible.
Tyler is currently going into his third year of the Bachelor of Science Psychology Program, aspiring to become a psychotherapist. He loves to read and watch movies in his free time, looking for little gems of wisdom along the way, with a preference for historical fiction and well-being. On the theme of art, he also loves fashion and the ability to express oneself in a creative, artistic way through personal style. With a deep value of meaningful conversation and human connection, he hopes to be of service to the York Community in whatever way possible.
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"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment." - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Veronica Kushchenko
Veronica Kushchenko
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Veronica is a third-year BA Honours Psychology student pursuing a certificate and concentration in Counselling and Mental Health, along with a concentration in Child and Youth Development. Passionate about helping others, she hopes to become a registered clinical psychologist, open her own practice, and possibly teach at the university level. With prior tutoring experience, Veronica is excited to support fellow students as an UPSA Peer Tutor this year. Outside of her studies, she enjoys traveling, cooking and baking, watching documentaries, and spending time with her friends, family, and dog.
Veronica is a third-year BA Honours Psychology student pursuing a certificate and concentration in Counselling and Mental Health, along with a concentration in Child and Youth Development. Passionate about helping others, she hopes to become a registered clinical psychologist, open her own practice, and possibly teach at the university level. With prior tutoring experience, Veronica is excited to support fellow students as an UPSA Peer Tutor this year. Outside of her studies, she enjoys traveling, cooking and baking, watching documentaries, and spending time with her friends, family, and dog.
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“People will forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
Yara El Oneis
Yara El Oneis
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Yara El Oneis is a 5th-year BSc Hons Psychology student currently completing a concentration in Youth & Development. She aims to enter the Clinical-Developmental stream for postgraduate studies or further her education by attending medical school to become a pediatric psychiatrist. This academic year, her goal is to help psychology students succeed in their core courses, ensuring an easy transition to their upper-year classes. Yara's research interests revolve around intellectual disabilities and neurodivergent disorders. In addition to her role in UPSA, she serves as an Educational Assistant in both elementary and high schools at HCDSB. She is also a Homework Help Club Tutor/Coordinator at CCVT. Yara is very excited to be a part of UPSA for the 2025-2026 academic year!
Yara El Oneis is a 5th-year BSc Hons Psychology student currently completing a concentration in Youth & Development. She aims to enter the Clinical-Developmental stream for postgraduate studies or further her education by attending medical school to become a pediatric psychiatrist. This academic year, her goal is to help psychology students succeed in their core courses, ensuring an easy transition to their upper-year classes. Yara's research interests revolve around intellectual disabilities and neurodivergent disorders. In addition to her role in UPSA, she serves as an Educational Assistant in both elementary and high schools at HCDSB. She is also a Homework Help Club Tutor/Coordinator at CCVT. Yara is very excited to be a part of UPSA for the 2025-2026 academic year!
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Biggest goal in life is to one day better the treatment of individuals with disabilities and enhance the understanding of mental health in the Middle East :)
Zeenat Perigrino- Brimah
Zeenat Perigrino- Brimah
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Zeenat is a third-year Psychology student at York University with a passion for healthcare equity and hands-on community work. She volunteers in the Surgery Clinic at Humber River Hospital and supports programs like adult literacy tutoring. She is working toward a future in clinical psychology and medicine, where she hopes to make care more accessible and inclusive. Outside of academics, you’ll usually find her deep into a playlist or catching up on much-needed sleep.
Zeenat is a third-year Psychology student at York University with a passion for healthcare equity and hands-on community work. She volunteers in the Surgery Clinic at Humber River Hospital and supports programs like adult literacy tutoring. She is working toward a future in clinical psychology and medicine, where she hopes to make care more accessible and inclusive. Outside of academics, you’ll usually find her deep into a playlist or catching up on much-needed sleep.
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“Rest is not idleness.” – John Lubbock
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