Faculty of Health Sciences (FHSc)
Meet your 2023-2024 FHSc Peer Leaders!
Salma and Sophia are your Senior Peer Leaders.
Salma
Program: Health Sciences
Year: Fourth
About me: I love to cook, spend time with friends, and also enjoy volunteering at the Oshawa hospital and on campus!
Sophia
Program: Nursing
Year: Fourth
About me: Hello, my name is Sophia! I am a fourth year nursing student. I am one of the Senior Leaders for the Faculty of Health Sciences for this upcoming year. I am also a Level 4 Ambassador. I was a Peer Mentor and Peer Leader last year and enjoyed the meaningful connections I made with incoming students. I used to work as a Peer Tutor for the university and loved sharing my knowledge and helping other students. I enjoy re-watching The Office on my limited spare time, or going to the gym.
Dianne
Program: Nursing
Year: Second
About me: In my free time, I find great enjoyment in engaging with sports and watching shows. While pursuing my studies, I have set my sights on becoming a Labor and Delivery Nurse. The field of nursing appeals to me because it combines my passion for helping others with the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Janvi
Program: Kinesiology
Year: Third
About me: I love to read, specifically romance novels, and in my free time I enjoy playing badminton. I have voluntered in long-term care and also currently working as a Physiotherapy Assistant at a hospital.
Jasmin
Program: Health Sciences
Year: Fourth
About me: I love to read, be outside and I have volunteered many times during my high school years.
Jenny
Program: Human Health Specialization
Year: Second
About me: I like to travel with friends and watch detective movies. For volunteer work, I joined Science Rendezvous in my first year and I hope to participate in more school activities throughout my time at Ontario Tech.
Kartiki Balsekar
Program: Kinesiology
Year: Second
About me: I love to play tennis and listen to music!
Lauren
Program: Health Sciences
Year: Third
About me: In my personal life, I like to stay active by playing sports like soccer and tennis, as well as finding any opportunity to be outdoors, whether it be hiking, biking, or gardening. I spend too much time on TikTok, so I always try to get off my phone and read a book or create something fun. I enjoy spending time with friends and family and am constantly looking for new activities, challenges and experiences!
Mazzia
Program: Medical Labratory Science
Year: Third
About me: I am an Ambassador, Peer Leader, and Mentor here at Ontario Tech. I love being involved around campus and experiencing new adventures. In my spare time, I like to paint and create other works of art utilizing various mediums.
Noor
Program: Kinesiology
Year: Second
About me: I enjoy spending time outdoors, exploring new places and traveling when I can! I try to volunteer with non-profit organizations with a focus on environmental protection, such as Ontario Nature in Toronto and the Grey Tree Frog Apprenticeship Program based in Pickering. I enjoy teaching and mentoring youth in my spare time at Kumon and recently oversaw a primary summer school program for Durham Catholic District School Board. My hobbies include landscape photography, shopping, hiking and reading.
Simra
Program: Health Sciences
Year: Second
About me: I have a variety of interests and hobbies that I enjoy pursuing. I have a keen interest in photography as I love capturing moments and scenes that evoke emotions and tell stories. This allows me to pursue marketing as a form of volunteer work with OntarioTech's clubs and societies. I am currently the Vice President of Marketing for the Ontario Tech Muslim Association, Relay for Life and SickKids society.
Wania
Program: Health Sciences
Year: Third
About me: My hobbies would have to include reading, photography and baking! I volunteer at Lakeridge Health and want to make an impact in other peoples' lives with everything I do. My absolute favourite drink is an Iced Capp and I enjoy drinking coffee.
Wania Zafar
Program: Health Sciences
Year: Second
About me: I am a second year student in the Faculty of Health Science, specializing in Human Health. Alongside my academic pursuits, I am a person with a deep passion for self-expression and language. Journaling, drawing, and writing are my creative outlets, allowing me to express my thoughts and emotions. English holds a special place in my heart because when I first came to Canada, I struggled a lot with the language. However, throughout the rest of my schooling, it became my highest mark and continues to be so. I also find great joy in editing work, as I appreciate the process of refining and perfecting written content.
Apart from my artistic endeavours, I have a love for order and cleanliness. I genuinely enjoy cooking, cleaning, and organizing, and I must admit, I can be a bit of a neat freak. In my spare time, I find fulfillment in engaging in activities that promote both physical and mental well-being. Playing badminton, going for walks, visiting museums, and hitting the gym are among my favourite pastimes.
