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2024-2025 Brock Ambassadors
Meet our Brock Ambassadors!
Learn more about where they’re from, their program of study, future plans, and more.
Abbey
Pronouns: She/her
Hometown: Oakville, ON
Program: Concurrent Education – Intermediate/Senior (Teachables in Mathematics and Physical Education)
Plan for life after Brock: I hope to become a high school math teacher!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Throughout my time at Brock, I have been involved in a variety of different extracurriculars. I am a member, teacher, and the President of Brock Dance, and have been also been involved with volleyball intramurals and the Concurrent Education Student Association. I have also worked as a Peer Mentor in Student Life, and was a Teaching Assistant for a course in the Mathematics Department.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: The Grape Stomp!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there. You never know who you will meet with just a simple “hi”, and you are not the only one who is looking to make friends in the Brock community.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The amazing scenery! Brock is surrounded by so much nature on the Escarpment, not to mention the Niagara Gorge and Niagara Falls just a few minutes away.
Amaka
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Mississauga, ON
Program: Concurrent Education – Intermediate / Senior (Teachables in English and History)
Plan for life after Brock: Teach at my hometown school board & return to Brock for my Master of Education
Extracurriculars at Brock: Smart Start Team Assistant
Learning Services Peer Facilitator
English Students’ Association
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Be Boomer the Badger
Advice I would give my 1st year self: It’s okay to feel challenged by new opportunities & experienced – that is the only way to grow!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The Write Bookstore on St. Paul Street
Bridgette
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Georgetown, ON
Program: Concurrent Education – Junior / Intermediate (Teachable in French), Minor in French and Educational Studies
Plan for life after Brock: I hope to return to school to complete a MPEd program with a dual concentration in administration, leadership, and policy and global education.
Extracurriculars at Brock: During my time at Brock, I have been involved with the Brock University Volunteer Association (BUVA), the Brock Concurrent Education Student Association (CESA), Brock University Students’ Union Advisory Council (BUSU-AC), various Campus-Wide Co-Curricular (CWC) events, a representative for Brock Global Skills Opportunity (GSO), and a member of the Brock Cheerleading Team.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Either go to Grape Stomp or dive from the top of Brock’s dive tower!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Get involved! Joining a club or participating in campus events are great ways to meet new people and try new things.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… All the hiking trails and Clifton Hill!
Chloe
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Welland, ON
Program: Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Concentration in Music Education and a Minor in French studies
Plan for life after Brock: I hope to become a music and French teacher!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Brock wind ensemble and choirs, student representative for the music program, MIW ambassador, and previous smart start team assistant.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: The grape stomp!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Try and not worry too much! Everything will work out.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… All the trails around! Niagara is so beautiful and there is so much to explore!
Keira
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Portland, ON
Program: Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice and Law Plus
Plan for life after Brock: I want to attain a Phd and then work either in criminal justice policy, research crime patterns and social factors impacting crime, or work in investigative processes as an expert witness!
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am part of Brock Leaders Citizenship Society, Intervarsity at Brock, and I am the president of Brock’s Social Knitwork club!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Complete my CWC!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Part of the university experience is realizing that some things you try or think you will like, actually aren’t for you! It is so important to just GO FOR IT, and whether you end up loving it or not, the experience is helping you figure out what is truly meant for you, your academics, future career, and personal growth journey! In short, no need to panic if you end up changing your mind or need to readjust your original plans; university is loaded with opportunities, which will eventually lead you to find your groove!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Mahtay Cafe and Lounge and Sunset Beach!
Lauren
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: St. Catharines, ON
Program: Labour Studies, Minor in Women’s and Gender Studies
Plan for life after Brock: After completing my degree in Labour Studies, I plan to pursue a post-graduate Human Resource Management certification. I aspire to obtain my CHRP certification and gain some valuable HR experience while I work towards applying to law school.
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am a current member of Brock’s Law Plus program and Brock Leaders Citizenship Society. Within these groups, I have taken on many leadership positions including being one of the Junior Editors of the BU Law Review, a Sponsorship Coordinator for the Denim, Diamonds and Diplomas initiative, as well as volunteering as a course notetaker for Student Accessibility Services. Additionally, I represent Brock off-campus as a mentor for Big Brothers, Big Sisters of North & West Niagara.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Completing my Campus Wide Co-curriculum
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Always remember if you avoid failure, you also avoid success.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… My favourite thing about Niagara is the many unique local shops and restaurants, particularly in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Port Dalhousie.
Lou
Pronouns: They/Them
Hometown: St. Catharines, ON
Program: Concurrent Education – Intermediate/Senior (Teachables in Visual Arts and Geography)
Plan for life after Brock: To teach visual arts in Niagara or northern Ontario, develop more bodies of artwork and become involved in community arts events.
Extracurriculars at Brock: Brock Pride, MIW student assistant
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Attend as many gallery openings and student performances as I can!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Connect with Brock professors and your peers, ask questions, put yourself out there! Friendships and opportunities are sure to come your way.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The vibrant arts scene in downtown St. Catharines as well as the many unique businesses and cultural events.
Melina
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Georgetown, ON
Program: Concurrent Education – Intermediate/Senior (Teachables in Math and Physics)
Plan for life after Brock: After graduation, I plan on working as a high school teacher and travelling the world. I would love to learn about different languages and cultures as I never really had the chance to.
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am a part of the Student Recruitment team as a Brock Ambassador as well as the Student Hellenic (Greek) Association, and the Brock Knitwork club!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Go to every Badgerfest Event
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Put yourself out there! Join as many clubs and participate in as many Brock events as you can! Your experience at Brock is what you make of it, so be sure to use all of the services and events.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The amount of different things it has to offer! You can go to the Falls, go to Sunset Beach, downtown, cross the boarder and so much more! We also have milder winters.
Nabiha
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: St. Catharines, ON
Program: Political Science with a Concentration in Public law
Plan for life after Brock: I have always had an interest in attending law school, and focusing on labour employment law, and then see where that takes me.
Extracurriculars at Brock: I’m part of the Brock Model United Nations debate team and an executive member of the Brock’s Pakistani Student Association club!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Really looking forward to attending The Grape Stomp
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Not to panic! Do yoga or some breathing exercises before some classes. Start assignments early, keep a very detailed to-do list, fix your sleep schedule, invest in a good emotional support water bottle and make time to exercise in your schedule!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… The food options.
Olajumoke
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Ogun State, Nigeria
Program: Public Health
Plan for life after Brock: I intend to go for my Master of Public Health.
Extracurriculars at Brock: Smart Start Team, Brock Winter Club, Brock University Volunteer Association, Brock Linc, Baking at Brock.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: International Exchange Program
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Help is just around the corner, if you don’t seek it, you won’t experience it.
My favourite thing about Niagara is… I love the art of nature and being on a campus surrounded by nature makes me very happy.
Rachel
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Richmond Hill, ON
Program: Concurrent Education- Junior/Intermediate (Teachable in French), Minor in Educational Studies and Psychology
Plan for life after Brock: After graduating from Brock, I want to become an elementary or middle school teacher and possibly teach Core French!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Participated in a study abroad program in France and an exchange program in the Netherlands, member of the Brock French club
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Join an intramural sports team!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Remember that everyone is in the same boat as you! Everyone is trying to make new friends, find their way around campus, and adjust to life at Brock, so you will always find people to meet and talk to who have the same questions, worries, and goals as you!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Niagara Falls and Clifton Hill! It is always a great place to visit with your friends and you will always find something to do!
Sally
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Mississauga
Program: Concurrent Education – Junior/Intermediate (Teachable in French)
Plan for life after Brock: Travel and then become a teacher!
Extracurriculars at Brock: I have been a member of the Cheerleading team, the Brock Leaders Citizenship Society (BLCS), I have volunteered with the LDANR and completed the Campus Wide Co-Curriculum.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Walk more of the Bruce Trail
Advice I would give my 1st year self: University isn’t as daunting as one might think and to utilize the amazing resources that Brock has to offer. I would also say to reach out to professors or Teaching Assistants and attend their office hours. They are very helpful and want you to succeed!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… I love exploring the region with my friends and seeing all the beautiful and fun things that the Niagara region has to offer.
Sarah
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Oshawa, ON
Program: 4th year Speech and Language Sciences
Plan for life after Brock: I hope to become a Speech Pathologist or Communication Disorder Assistant
Extracurriculars at Brock: I am a part of the Linguistics Network here at Brock with my department and I was a Residence Don for 2 years!
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: I still have yet to attend the Grape Stomp as I’ve had classes EVERY year. I’m hoping to go in my final year!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: To take things one day at a time and live in the moment! I spent so much time worrying about what was ahead of me that I didn’t have as much fun as I would’ve liked to!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Decew Falls! I love to explore and hike so it was a very neat place to explore and I always go for walks there anytime I need a mental break.
Shaili
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: Markham, ON
Program: Master of Public Health & Business Administration
Plan for life after Brock: My plans after Brock are to become a principal or supporting the Ministry of Education with policy change!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Smart Start Team Lead, Brock Ambassador, Senior Leader and Peer Mentor with Student Life & Success. I was also the Off-Campus Living Assistant and supported students with housing accommodations and events.
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: Skating at Isaac’s
Advice I would give my 1st year self: Encourage yourself to try new things and go to events on campus!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… the donuts at Beechwood Doughnuts
Wendy
Pronouns: She/Her
Hometown: St. Catharines, ON
Program: Nursing
Plan for life after Brock: I would like to work in the hospital for a bit and then go back to school to become a Nurse Practitioner!
Extracurriculars at Brock: Smart Start, Brock Canadian Nursing Students’ Association, BUSU Street Team, Campus Wide Co-Curriculum, Golden Key
#1 item on my BrockU Bucket List: To be Boomer the Badger!
Advice I would give my 1st year self: I would tell my first year self to get involved and use all the on campus resources as there are so many available!
My favourite thing about Niagara is… Exploring Niagara-on-the-lake!