Adela Zyfi first got involved with the Speaking Your Language Program in her first semester of her first year at Ryerson University. Her sister told her that there would be…
Ryerson Student Adela Zyfi Wins National Award
Introducing Jordan D’Souza, a 2016 Canadian Bureau of International Educators Award Recipient
“That’s how I bribe the students to come see me,” Jordan D’Souza jokes, referring to a jar of jellybeans he keeps on his office desk. D’Souza is the Athletics RAVE…
Friends in High Places: Anuja Jeeva Explains How She Got There
I like to think of myself as a pretty busy person yet I still end up sacrificing some parts of my life to focus on others. Anuja Jeeva seems to…
Award Recipients’ Insights: Zeerak Hassan and Embracing the Unknown
Zeerak is the 2015-2016 recipient of the Personal Development Award from Salad King and Ryerson’s International Student Support When I first came to Canada I didn’t even know how to…
Award Recipients’ Insights: Damla Yildiz and Inclusive Spaces
Damla Yildiz is the recipient of the 2015-2016 Tri-Mentoring Program Community Builder Award I believe my passion for ensuring an inclusive space was very evident in the Tri-Mentoring office. It’s…
Award Recipients’ Insights: Tara Upshaw and Accountability
Tara is the 2015-2016 recipient of the Spirit of TMP Award from Ryerson’s Tri-Mentoring Program. My name is Tara Upshaw, and I was recently honoured with the Spirit of TMP…
Award Recipients’ Insights: Sarah Chmielewski and Support
Sarah is the 2015-2016 recipient of the Excellence in Mentoring Award from Salad King and Ryerson’s International Student Support It’s a huge honour to win the Excellence in Mentoring Award….
Award Recipients’ Insights: Rachel Boere and Grasping Opportunities
Rachel is the 2015-2016 recipient of the OVPS Community Development Award Being involved at university can be intimidating. From the constant stress of putting too much on your own plate…
Award Recipients’ Insights: Maddalena Castelli and Mentorship
Maddalena is the 2015-2016 recipient of the TMP OPSEU Award of Excellence I believe education is the key to success, and I try to connect my passion for education with…
Award Recipients’ Insights: Vanessa Francone and Taking Risks
Vanessa is the 2015-2016 recipient of the Outstanding Professional Development Award from the Ryerson Career Centre If you would have told me two years ago that I’d be working for the…