International Student Experience Ambassador Program
The International Student Experience Ambassador Program helps incoming and current international students get as many questions answered as possible before arriving at U of T. Also, check out our pre-arrival and welcome services for international students.
All students who are new or relatively new to Canada, or have international student status, can reach out to our ISE Ambassadors at any time during their U of T experience. ISE Ambassadors are upper-year international undergraduate and graduate students.
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How The Program Works
You can connect with an ISE Ambassador in four ways:
- Log in to CLNx to schedule a one-on-one video chat.
- Attend a drop-in session.
- Send us an email.
- Find us on Facebook.
You will need to log in to CLNx using your UTORid and password. If you’re having trouble booking a video chat, please email ise.cie@utoronto.ca.
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Program Student Team
Oya
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: As an international student myself, I understand how challenging it can be to move to a new country and adapt to a new culture. I’m so excited that I will help ease new international students’ transition to Canada, to Toronto and U of T. There is so much to discover and talk about!
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: International Relations, Political Science and European Studies
Year of Study: 4th
Interest(s):
- I love cooking (especially new vegan recipes), practicing yoga and learning french!
- I’ve also been painting (mostly acrylic on canvas) and playing the piano!
Learn more about Oya
Shreya
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: The ISE Ambassador program has allowed me to utilize my experiences as an international student to help others who find themselves similarly confused and lost as I once was. I am excited to answer your questions and can't wait to interact with you all!
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: Peace, Conflict & Justice and International Relations
Year of Study: 4th
Interest(s):
- Painting, baking, reading, writing and hiking!
Learn more about Shreya
Ruka
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: From my own experience as an international student, I understand that being a part of a community and having resources where we can ask questions and receive support from is an important piece of transitioning to a different culture, society, and academic space. I am excited to be working with the ISE Ambassador team to support your journey at U of T and I look forward to connecting with many of you!
Status: graduate
Program of Study: Master of Social Work
Year of Study: 2nd
Interest(s):
- Yoga, mindfulness practices, taking walks & running
- Listening to podcasts
- Art
Learn more about Ruka
Tiffany
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: This program allows me to share my experience and contribute to helping incoming international students navigate their transition into a new country and community. Taking advantage of the wealth of knowledge that we share individually; this program creates a supportive peer relationship that enriches the university experience.
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: Women and Gender Studies, African Studies
Year of Study: 3rd
Interest(s):
- I enjoy reading books, yoga, cooking or eating out and going on walks.
Learn more about Tiffany
Amandeep
Pronouns: He/him
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: The program design tries to ensure a smooth transition into life here at U of T and Toronto for incoming international students. It provides an excellent opportunity to interact with other students from various departments and countries and benefit from shared insights and experiences.
Status: graduate
Program of Study: Master of Global Affairs
Year of Study: 2nd
Interest(s):
- Travel
- Photography
- Debating
Learn more about Amandeep
Elvin
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: It gives me the opportunity to use my own experiences as an international student to help other international students easily transition into university life and life in Canada.
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: Architecture
Year of Study: 4th
Interest(s):
- Drawing
- Traveling
- Yoga
Learn more about Elvin
Zhi (Whitney)
Pronouns: She/her/hers
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: The ISE Ambassador program provides wonderful opportunities to benefit incoming international students. As ISE Ambassadors, we can help students in various ways such as providing mentorship and acting as a resource for students. I would love to help others and contribute to our communities with my expertise and experience.
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: Engineering Science
Year of Study: 3rd
Interest(s):
- Helping others & learning new skills
- Travelling, reading & sports
- Artificial intelligence & robotics
Learn more about Zhi (Whitney)
Dogukan
Pronouns: He/him/his
Role on Team: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program: The Ambassador Program challenges me to connect with international students in creative ways to introduce them to the amazing U of T community. I am thrilled to get to meet with you all and answer your questions!
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: Industrial Engineering
Year of Study: 3rd
Interest(s):
- I love producing hip-hop music and playing the saxophone!
Learn more about Dogukan