Yufei Zhou

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2018 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Economics Sociology Switched programs from: Finance, Accounting
Alongside the Classroom	Summer abroad in Shanghai and Beijing
Career Accomplishments	Worked as English tech support engineer at Microsoft China

Kristine Sarah Medrero

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2017 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Major: International Relations Major: Political Science Minor: History
Outside the Classroom	Mentorship Facilitator, University of Toronto Student Life Mentorship Program, 2016-2017 Mentor, Association of Political Science Students (APSS) Junior Mentorship Program, 2015-2017 Mentor, Woodsworth College First-Year Mentorship Program, 2015-2017 Upper-Year Student’s Director (2015-2016), Vice President of Social Affairs (2016-2017), Woodsworth College Students Association (WCSA) Events Coordinator, University of Toronto Fashion Collective, 2015-2016 Mentee, Woodsworth College Alumni-Student Mentorship Program, 2015-2016 Conference Services Staff, North American Model United Nations, 2015 E-Mentor, Woodsworth College E-Mentorship Program, 2014-2016 Orientation Leader (2014), Head Leader (2015), Orientation Executive Committee Member (2016), Woodsworth College Orientation Week Upper-Year Representative, Woodsworth Residence Operations Committee, 2014-2015 Women’s Rugby Team, University of Toronto Varsity Blues, 2013-2014
Further Education	JD, Double Concentration in Business Law and Intellectual Property Law, Texas A&M University School of Law, expected 2021
Career Accomplishments	Business Affairs Administartor Intern, Insight Production Company Administrator of Office Services, Goodmans LLP

“Get involved as early as possible, especially if you’re coming from a different country like me (I grew up and graduated from high school in Hong Kong). Your undergrad degree will become more fulfilling, rewarding, and enjoyable the moment you get involved. Because of all these activities, you will meet so many people that you never thought you’d meet in a million years and you will gain lifelong friends, and connections along the way. However, don’t overwhelm yourself with too many activities. Your academics are ALWAYS your first priority. Learn to prioritise your work better, and always make sure you form personal relationships with your professors and peers. You never know when they’ll come in handy – especially if you plan on pursuing further education. Most importantly, have fun! You only have one undergraduate degree, and you’re pursuing it at one of the top institutions IN THE WORLD, so make sure you make the most out of your four (or more) years here!”

Michael Proulx

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBA 2013 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	American Studies Political Science
Outside the Classroom	Several Clubs (Objectivist, Consulting) American Studies Students Society Volunteered at the AGO Goalkeeper for masters program’s soccer team Traveled to Switzerland with a peacebuilding NGO for 2.5 months
Further Education	Master of Global Affairs, Munk School of Global Affairs, University of Toronto, 2016. Focused on global markets and institutions.
Career Accomplishments	Started a consulting business based on master’s thesis

“Don’t sweat the small stuff – do the work and grades follow. Take every chance to discuss your grades – even good ones – on how you may have done better.”

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.”

Diane Sicsic

Facet	Description
Graduation Year	HBSc 2018 Woodsworth College
Inside the Classroom	Computer Science Mathematics Statistics Switched programs from: Physics
Alongside the Classroom	PEY: worked as a digital marketing analyst with Sun Life Financial for 12 months Summer Abroad: studied in international management in Hong Kong
Career Accomplishments	Currently working as a Data Analyst at CIBC, in the Advanced Analytics team within Risk Insights and Monitoring.

“Take advantage of the help available to you – TAs, office hours, study groups, past exams…”

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”.

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