Sydney Lang

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2016 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Major: Equity Studies Major: Socio-Cultural Anthropology Minor: Women & Gender Studies Switched programs from: Philosophy, Political Science
Alongside the Classroom	Exchange, University of California, Berkeley Fieldwork in Kerala, India on ways that women from lower castes navigate educational spaces that weren’t built for their success International Course Module at the University of Hawai’i, Manoa SMC One – completed a placement at Baycrest geriatric facility
Outside the Classroom	Positive Space Committee U of T 350 U of T Coalition of Students Against Sexual Violence VP Internal, Equity Studies Students’ Union Woodsworth College Director, University of Toronto Students’ Union Woodsworth Equity Committee Woodsworth Inclusive
Further Education	BCL/LLB, McGill University, 2019
Career Accomplishments	Currently a law student and am involved in work around labour law, corporate accountability, and environmental justice.

“Don’t be too focused on what you want to do after U of T – enjoy your time there and learn as much as you can. What comes next will come together naturally, and will be informed by your academic interests, peers, and community involvement. Do work that matters.”

Afriyie Donyina

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2004 New College
Inside the Classroom	Specialist: English Major: History Certificate: TESOL
Outside the Classroom	English Student Union History Student Union Actress at P.M. Productions
Further Education	Master of Distance Education & E-Learning with specialization in Teaching and Training, University of Maryland University College, 2016
Career Accomplishments	Education professional with teaching experience at various private schools Member of TESL Ontario and TESL Canada Knowledgeable in educational technology, curriculum development, instructional design, multimedia, and leadership

“Participate in internships and co-op programs during university. It is important to explore different career options before you graduate.”

Pat Braudo

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2006 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	French Spanish
Alongside the Classroom	6 weeks at the University of Guadalajara
Outside the Classroom	Ballroom Dancing Bridge Club
Further Education	MA, Translation Studies, Glendon College, York University, 2011 Certificate in Spanish to English Translation, Glendon College, York University, 2008
Career Accomplishments	Since 2009, worked as a translator for various companies including children’s toys, finance, and human resources management. Has also worked as a freelance translator for several agencies and their clients. Works in French – English, English – French and Spanish – English translation.

“Enjoy your studies, be diligent when you do your assignments, don’t be shy to raise your hand in class and ask questions.”

Kelly Burton

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2004 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Sexual Diversity Studies Sociology Women and Gender Studies
Further Education	Master of Liberal Arts (ALM) in Sustainability, Harvard University, expected 2019
Career Accomplishments	Worked for digital ad agencies both in Toronto and Europe While living in Tokyo, started a blog about ethical fashion and sustainable living which became a book Working on a second book Adjunct Instructor, Fashion Institute of Technology
In the Media	LinkedIn profile

“Let your courses and professors spark your inspiration. One of my favourite classes was “Sociology of Aids” – which introduced me to Malcolm Gladwell and the concept of tipping point, which inspired me to explore that concept against the backdrop of consumer products (and marketing) and climate change. School is the match, you make the fire.”

Qi Chen

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2012 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Major: Visual Studies Minor: Book and Media Studies Minor: Writing and Rhetoric
Alongside the Classroom	Exchange to Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan. The exchange was cut short by the March 2011 Earthquake
Outside the Classroom	Woodsworth Student Athletics Association Hart House Music Committee Japan-Canada Student Association Work-Study job at the Cheng Yu Tung East Asian Library
Further Education	Masters of Science (Journalism), Columbia University in the City of New York, 2013
Career Accomplishments	Business reporter for an investment newswire Purchasing agent for a tour company

“Study at the libraries more and engage with the professors.”

Akanksha Ganguly

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBSc 2013 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Biology Global Health Switched programs from: Cell and Systems Biology
Alongside the Classroom	Research Opportunity Program
Outside the Classroom	Co-Founder, S.E.E.D.S. Co-President, Student Buddy Chief of Operations and Co-Chair, Ontario Model World Health Organization Member, First Year Learning Community, Woodsworth College Member, Bollywood Dance Club Performer and Choreographer, Festival of Dance Research Assistant, Mt. Sinai Hospital Research Student, Sick Kids Hospital Volunteer, Mt. Sinai Hospital Volunteer, Sick Kids Hospital
Further Education	Reg. Psychotherapist, Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling Program, expected 2021 Master of Public Health, Health Promotion, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, 2015
Career Accomplishments	Co-Founder and CEO, Supporting Education, Empowerment and Development through Science (S.E.E.D.S.) Health Promotion Coordinator, Ontario Chronic Disease Prevention Alliance Public Affairs Coordinator, Heart and Stroke Foundation Project Coordinator, Cancer Care Ontario Worked on a food-security initiative between FoodShare Toronto and Flemingdon Health Centre Resident at the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network Policy Analyst, Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care
In the Media	LinkedIn profile

“Life might seem stressful and uncertain sometimes, but it’ll be okay. It’s hard not to compare yourself to others sometimes, especially those who might seem to be doing better academically, socially, etc. But know that you and your journey is different. You have your own amazing strengths to offer this world, so focus on trying to figure out what those strengths and passions are and let that be your guide.”

Eric Quon-Lee

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2004 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Major: Political Science Switched programs from: Computer Science
Further Education	Rotman, MBA, 2009
Career Accomplishments	Cross-border management consultant based in San Francisco, California with several years of management consulting experience primarily in finance, strategy and operations. Worked for several leading Canadian corporations in aerospace, telecommunications and financial services. In his spare time, Eric is highly involved in the startup ecosystem in the San Francisco Bay Area as well as globally as a “super-connector”.

Aadil Nathani

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2017 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Criminology Ethics, Society & Law
Alongside the Classroom	Summer Abroad 2015 in Siena, Italy Took CRI420 (Neighbourhoods & Crime) (Now CRI428) which had a Service Learning component. Completed a placement at Regent Park Focus Youth Media Arts Centre.
Outside the Classroom	CRIMSA – President WCSA – Vice President of Finance, Community Outreach Director Woodsworth Deans’ Office – Mentorship Coordinator Woodsworth ONE – Events Coordinator & Alumni Outreach Intramurals – Soccer
Further Education	JD, Faculty of Law, University of Windsor, 2020

“You are not defined by your GPA. University is a holistic experience and UofT provides a tonne of opportunities so make the most of it. Join that club, talk to that stranger in class, take a stroll through Philosopher’s Walk with poutine from the food truck for no reason at all, meet your profs and TA’s during office hours (!!) and enjoy your time on campus. We’ve all been knocked down by a bad grade but you are more than a number.“

Eric Daro

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2005 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Major: History Major: European Studies Minor: Political Science Switched programs from: International Relations
Outside the Classroom	Fraternity member Student caller, U of T alumni office
Further Education	Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
Career Accomplishments	Valet, retail salesperson, and door-to-door fundraiser (3 years) Office Coordinator, IT division, financial firm Manager, Student calling program, University of Saskatchewan Director, Annual Fund, University of Alberta (3 years) Director, Individual Giving, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia

“Look beyond your immediate surroundings and leverage your strengths to get opportunities you otherwise would not. I was comfortable moving around and made strategic moves to other provinces and even countries to position my experience in a way that opened up opportunities I would not have had otherwise. Never get too comfortable, especially in today’s economy, and always have a plan for your next step. At least have a vision of where you want to end up in terms of position, industries, etc.

Try to (and I know it is hard when you start out) think of areas and types of work that makes you the most “happy” as you don’t want to spend years building a career in a field you don’t find rewarding. When you do find the job or field you want to work in try everything to get a foot in the door, even it it takes volunteering or interning for a while.“

Alyssa James

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBSc 2011 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Major: Psychology Major: Equity Studies
Alongside the Classroom	Summer abroad in France Multiple research assistant positions (2007-2011)
Outside the Classroom	Varsity Wrestling and Rugby Associate VP Equity of UTSU Multiple leadership positions on Woodsworth College Students’ Association Intramural softball and volleyball Contributor to Woodsworth student magazine (The Howl) Woodsworth Frosh Leader
Further Education	PhD, Social Anthropology, Columbia University, 2024 (expected) MA, Social Anthropology, York University, 2017
Career Accomplishments	English Teaching Assistant in Martinique from 2011-2013. Moved to London, UK in 2013 and worked as a content writer for clients such as Jamie’s Italian, Legoland, House of Fraser, Barbour, momondo, and Aon Private Clients. In 2014, began freelance writing full-time. Travel writing and reporting has been published in the Globe and Mail, The Local, MSN, Bustle, Porthole Cruise Magazine, International Living Magazine, and more.
In the Media	Personal website Columbia University Graduate Fellows profile

“Do what excites you, not what you think you’re supposed to do. When you follow your passion you’ll always end up exactly where you’re supposed to be when you’re meant to be there – even if the journey doesn’t look the way you think it should.“

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