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Meet our Brock Ambassadors!
Learn more about where they’re from, their program of study, future plans, and more.
Main Campus Ambassadors
Agrim
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: Islington Etobicoke
Program: Sport Management
Plan for life after Brock: Upon completion of this degree, my aspirations are to explore a career within Europe or the Middle East. Aiming to take on a senior position within a soccer club/organization in the near future.
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am the founder and project lead of the Centre for Sport Capacity Soccer Working Group, as well as a former partnerships coordinator at the Brock Sport & Business Association. I was part of the Smart Start Team this summer and this is my first year as a Brock Ambassador.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Watch a dramatic arts performance at the Marilyn I. Walker campus in downtown St. Catharines.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Say “Yes” to more opportunities!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Having all-you-can-eat sushi with my friends in downtown St. Catharines.
Aliyah
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Guelph
Program: I’m in my 3rd year of Child and Youth Studies and Psychology
Plan for life after Brock: After my undergraduate degree, I would like to get a Master’s degree, and possibly a PhD to become a Child Psychologist or work with kids in a counselling setting
Extracurriculars at Brock: I have done a lot of on campus jobs at Brock! This is my second year on the Brock Ambassador Team and the Smart Start team, I have also been a part of the Student Success Navigator team and will be working with Career Education this year. I also have volunteered at Brock and in the Niagara region throughout the year and attended a lot of amazing Brock events!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: I haven’t been to the Grape Stomp before
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Go try new things, even if they don’t sound like events you will enjoy! You never know who you will meet or how the experience is unless you go and try something new
My favourite thing about Niagara is… I like going to the movies (Landmark Cinema!!), going to explore new activities and studying in cafes downtown
Charlotte
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Burlington, Ontario
Program: Concurrent Education, Intermediate/Senior with teachables in Math and Geography.
Plan for life after Brock: Becoming a high school Math teacher!
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am apart of Best Buddies at Brock and I run their social media! I also love participating in a variety of intramurals including volleyball and multi-sport
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: I would love to win an intramural volleyball championship before I graduate!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Get involved!! It’s so easy to get caught up in schoolwork that it can start to consume you. Joining clubs and getting involved in extracurriculars gives you an outlet when things feel overwhelming. It also gives you something to look forward to when your whole day feels like it’s just school. Finding that balance is crucial!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… I just love how there are so many great hiking trails so close to campus! No matter the time of year, they always make for a great little side quest when you need to get out, get some fresh air, and take a break from studying.
Emma
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Windsor, Ontario
Program: Concurrent Education, Intermediate/Senior with teachables in History and English
Plan for life after Brock: I want to become a high school teacher!
Extracurriculars at Brock: None as of right now, but I am wanting to look into intramurals for volleyball!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: To use the 3D printer in Makerspace.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Try your best to prioritize 8 hours of sleep!!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… I love finding new cafes downtown! I also love exploring Port Dalhousie, there’s tons to see.
Ethan
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: Whitby, Ontario
Program: Psychology
Plan for life after Brock: Get a job, somewhere to live, and hopefully start a family.
Extracurriculars at Brock: None at the moment.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Graduate.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Lock in on your studies.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… It’s a very beautiful region. The falls are especially great.
Francesca
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Oakville
Program: Concurrent Education Junior/ Intermediate – Teachable in Math
Plan for life after Brock: Teach grades 4-6 in an elementary school
Extracurriculars at Brock: CCO – Catholic Christian Outreach and CESA – Concurrent Education Student Association
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Film a podcast episode in the Makerspace with my friends
Advice I would give my 1st year self: To relax, university is not as scary as you think it is, and have some fun. University is more than just studying and getting good grades, the experiences and friends you make here will create lasting memories and relationships and are just as important as academics.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The Outlet Mall
Hannah
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Iroquois Ontario
Program: Business Communications
Plan for life after Brock: Get a job in a customer facing management role and live my best life with all my hobbies
Extracurriculars at Brock: President of Power to Change and Intervarsity at Brock, a christian ministry club
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: The GRAPE STOMP
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Try Everything, there is so much to do and so many fun events and resources, use them all while you can.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The proximity to everything, it’s only a 20 min drive from the falls, from Niagara on the Lake, and it’s easy enough to get into Toronto as well.
Isaiah
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: London ON
Program: Concurrent Education (Primary/Junior)
Plan for life after Brock: After Brock, I plan to teach between grades 1-6 in southern Ontario!
Extracurriculars at Brock: At Brock I participate in intramural sports! I’ve played soccer, basketball, and volleyball! This has been a great way to meet new friends!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Before I leave Brock I want to climb the high ropes course on campus!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: If living in residence, sit with new people in the dinning hall! It’s a great way to meet new friends during the first few weeks!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… I love all the nature in the surrounding area of campus! There are some beautiful hiking trails, waterfalls, and a waterfront!
Jami
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Ballston Lake, New York
Program: 1st year, Master’s of Applied Linguistics and Graduate of Honours Applied Linguistics: Teaching English as a Second Language
Plan for life after Brock: After my Master’s, my goal is to teach English as a Second Language in universities here in Ontario, as well as fulfill my dream of being a swim coach.
Extracurriculars at Brock: This is my second year on the Ambassador team, and throughout this past year I was also part of the Smart Start team as a Team Lead. I have been a Varsity Swim team captain, studied abroad in Japan through Brock, and am part of the Filipino, Japanese, Vietnamese Student Associations. I have participated in intramurals in Ultimate Frisbee and Inner-Tube Water Polo.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Perform my viola on stage at the Marilyn I. Walker campus!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Prioritize your rest! It’s exciting to do everything and try new things, but make sure you’re getting an adequate amount of sleep each night to get enough energy for the next day.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The diverse food! Anything I am craving, it is in Niagara and easy to get, from donuts to sushi and more.
Jay
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: Ahmedabad, India
Program: Computer Science
Plan for life after Brock: Get my PR and work in the tech industry
Extracurriculars at Brock: Computer Science Club, International Student Ambassador, Brock LINC
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Attend grape stomp
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Start early and be open to new opportunities
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Port Dalhousie!
Jimmy
Pronouns: He/him
Hometown: Cobourg, Ontario
Program: Concurrent Education, Intermediate Senior with teachables in Physics and Chemistry
Plan for life after Brock: Teaching abroad or working as a lab technician
Extracurriculars at Brock: Fencing.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Complete my CWC.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Make a budget for coffee.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… THE FALLS!
Lauren
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Barrie Ontario
Program: Concurrent Education I/S History and English
Plan for life after Brock: Teach & Travel
Extracurriculars at Brock: Concurrent Education Student Association, Various Intramurals
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Walk the entire Bruce Trail portion in the Niagara Region
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don’t stress so much
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Niagara on the Lake
Lauren
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Brant Ontario
Program: Co Major History and Labour Studies
Plan for life after Brock: I plan to hopefully attend law school to become a labour and employment lawyer
Extracurriculars at Brock: I have been a part of the Brock Softball team and the mentor program
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Use the Tarzan rope in the aquatic center
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Try new things and talk to everyone! You never know what kind of experiences are out there unless you get out of your comfort zone.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The amount of things close by to do, you never get bored!
Logan
Pronouns: He/Him
Hometown: Waterloo
Program: Concurrent Education (Primary/Junior) / Child & Youth Studies
Plan for life after Brock: Become an elementary school teacher, learn Finnish, and visit Finland!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Interchange
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: To use the audio lab in Makerspace!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Having a visual schedule! It doesn’t mean you need to have everything planned exactly, but it’s nice to be able to know when you can take time for yourself, that is very important!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The abundance of hiking trails!
Mahee
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: India
Program: BA Honours Sociology
Plan for life after Brock: Getting my PR and going to law school
Extracurriculars at Brock: Part of SCSA club, playing badminton, volunteering at university
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Hike at DeCew Falls
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Having knowledge of all the brock resources
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Zipline to the Falls
Mia
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Milton, ON
Program: Concurrent Education (I/S French & English)
Plan for life after Brock: My plan for life after Brock is to begin my teaching career after graduating from teacher’s college. Eventually, I would like to pursue a master’s degree in child education and pedagogy. I hope to use my summers off to travel!
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am currently on the newsletter team for the Concurrent Education Student Association.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: The number one item on my Brock bucket list is to complete my CWC. As someone who works really closely with residence communities, I understand firsthand the benefits the CWC can offer students, regardless of what year of study you’re in.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: The advice I would give my first self is to put yourself out there and explore as many campus resources as you can! As I enter my fourth year, I’ve come to understand that campus resources are available to everyone to help make our journeys as smooth and seamless as possible. For those of us far from home, these resources are an incredible way to connect with campus and other like-minded peers.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The hiking trails!
Randa
Pronouns: she/her
Hometown: Meadow Lake, SK
Program: MSc Applied Health Sciences
Plan for life after Brock: After my Masters I hope to attend medical school and become a pediatrician!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Intramural Volleyball, Brock University Volunteer Association member, SNAP (Supporting Neurodiversity through Adaptive Programming) Volunteer, Let’s Talk Science Site Coordinator
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Innertube water polo
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Get out of your comfort zone! Go to events, try a new sport, and join different clubs, that’s how you’ll make your new best friends!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Avondale Dairy Bar
Ryan
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Exeter, ON
Program: Concurrent Education Intermediate/Senior, English Literature and History
Plan for life after Brock: Live in a small town, start a family, and work at a local high school.
Extracurriculars at Brock: Women’s Softball Team, Intramurals (hockey, pickleball, etc.)
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Explore every trail around campus
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Put yourself out there! Brock has SO many opportunities to meet new people, especially during Orientation. You just have to be willing to put yourself out there and try something new.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The fact that there’s always somewhere new to explore
Samantha
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Brantford
Program: English Language and Literature Lit, Minor in Critical Criminology
Plan for life after Brock: I’d like to either work for a year in the Marketing field or perhaps pursue a Master’s before heading to law school. Wherever life takes me!
Extracurriculars at Brock: President of BIPOC Law Society, Ambassador for BSSC
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Going to the pool in the aquatic center, or the yearly carnival; haven’t tried them yet!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Leave the house more; to experience university is to put yourself out there, sign up for activities and interact with people who make you feel like you belong.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… they have some amazing local businesses including Beechwood Donuts, HMBRGR, Green Island Chinese, Pho Ngon just to name a few 🙂
Sarah
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Thorold Ontario
Program: Concurrent Education Primary/Junior
Plan for life after Brock: To become an elementary school teacher and also travel the world!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Con-ed club, Brock University Volunteer Association (BUSU), Intermural team sports like volleyball, and Zumba classes at Brock
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Brocks Homecoming Hockey Game
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don’t be afraid to try new things on your own and make the most of 1st year as it truly flies by!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The sense of community here and all of the great hiking spots!
Tessa
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Oakville, ON
Program: Concurrent Education I/S French Studies
Plan for life after Brock: Travel internationally teaching around the world!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Brock French Club, Concurrent Education Student Association, The Zone fitness and Expressfit classes.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Be Boomer the Badger!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Every interaction is a brand new friend no matter how small. We’re all here for about the same amount of time, make the most of it! Also, more importantly, study abroad! Absolutely do not wait to take that leap of faith.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The vast greenery in the area. Take advantage of the escarpment and go on that hike!
Marilyn I. Walker School of Fine and Performing Arts Ambassadors
Abbey
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Hamilton, Ontario
Program: Dramatic Arts with a Concentration in Performance
Plan for life after Brock: Hopefully a Masters in Arts Administration to then work for a Theatre Company
Extracurriculars at Brock: She Creates Collective Treasurer, Mainstage Plays at the Marilyn I. Walker, and a member of the Odemin Wigwam Program for Indigenous Students
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Graduate with Honours! Maybe even Valedictorian?
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don’t get too caught up in changing. Be Yourself!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The vast number of restaurants and fun nights out!
Ariel
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Oakville, Ontario
Program: Dramatic Arts
Plan for life after Brock: After my undergrad I plan on attending teachers collage to become a Primary/Junior Teacher.
Extracurriculars at Brock: Mainstages & Dramatic Arts REP in the DART council
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Getting a fire selfie with the Brock Badger!!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Be the person who says hi first, invite someone to sit with you and remember everyone is new and trying to make friends too.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… DOWNTOWN CAFES! I love exploring downtown and finding new hidden gems with friends!
Bee
Pronouns: They/Them
Hometown: Born in St. Catharines, raised in Thorold
Program: Dramatic Arts
Plan for life after Brock: Good question! Definitely something in the arts, but who knows?
Extracurriculars at Brock: Working on the wardrobe team for Dramatic Arts mainstages, acting in the OneActs festival.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Grab every opportunity to learn that I can.
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Introduce yourself to your profs and get to know them! I promise they’re not scary.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… All of the beautiful greenspace and hiking trails! We’re so lucky to live directly on the Escarpment.
Francesca
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Welland, Ontario
Program: Visual Arts – Concurrent Education (I/S)
Plan for life after Brock: I plan to look for some work in either the education or arts fields. I’m also planning on potentially pursuing my Masters in Fine Arts down the road as well.
Extracurriculars at Brock: Visual Arts Student Assistant
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Oh I’ve got that all checked off now 😉
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Remember to always make time for yourself in your schedule. Rest is so important and so is sleeping in hehe
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Fiddlers Pourhouse Poutine