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Emily Ballantyne
Peterborough, Ontario
M.A. in English Literature (Public Texts)
“It’s difficult to pinpoint any one experience as my favourite, when my experience at Trent has been so full,” says Emily Ballantyne, a graduate of the Masters program in English Literature (Public Texts). >>more>> |
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Helen Baulch
Toronto, Ontario
Ph.D. in Environmental & Life Sciences
Governor General’s Gold Medal Winner
“I chose Trent because it is among the best places in Canada to study water,” says Dr. Helen Baulch, a graduate of the University’s Environmental & Life Sciences Ph.D. program. “There are amazing analytical facilities and a remarkable group of researchers interested in water quality.” >>more>> |
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Elizabeth (Libby) Birch
Oshawa, Ontario
Cultural Studies
Trent University Oshawa
By going back to school later in life, Elizabeth (Libby) Birch says she “found the missing piece.” >>more>> |
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Allison Boyd
Peterborough, Ontario
M.Sc. in Environmental & Life Sciences
President’s Medal Winner
“Two of my greatest passions in life are science and travel. I was able to pursue both during my time at Trent through participation in a field course overseas and through my research,” says Environmental & Life Science M.Sc. graduate and President’s Medal winner Allison Boyd. >>more>> |
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Teyotsihstokwáthe Dakota Brant
Six Nations, Grand River Territory
Indigenous Environmental Studies
Specialization in Mohawk Language
Teyotsihstokwáthe Dakota Brant is graduating from Trent with a number of firsts – not only is she is among the first graduates of the new Indigenous Environmental Studies (IES) degree program, she is also the first student to graduate with a specialization in the Mohawk Language program offered at Trent through the First Nations Technical Institute. >>more>> |
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Rene Bura
Stirling, Ontario
Nursing
Rene Bura, a new graduate of the Trent/Fleming School of Nursing, describes his decision to return to school as a mature student and start a new career path as “one of the hardest decisions I could make, but also the most rewarding.” >>more>> |
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Tsatsiye Catholique
Lutselke, Northwest Territories
Indigenous Environmental Studies
For new Indigenous Environmental Studies graduate, Tsatsiye Catholique, Trent’s small and intimate atmosphere coupled with the reputation of a groundbreaking Indigenous Studies program was too good a match to pass up. This and the great aspect of being surround by wildlife and biodiversity made Trent the obvious choice for Tsatsiye. >>more>> |
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Ross Cossar
Norwood, Ontario
Psychology
Ross Cossar believes in people helping people – it’s his adopted motto and the best way, he says, to accomplish goals. A self-described military man “dedicated to working with others”, Ross came to Trent as a mature student in 2007. >>more>> |
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Allyson Dale
Whitby, Ontario
Psychology
Trent University Oshawa
After recently completing her degree in Psychology at Trent University Oshawa, Allyson Dale already has plans to return to her new alma mater as a professor. Moving toward that goal, and hoping to further the research in dream psychology she began as an undergrad, Allyson will start her Masters degree in the Applications of Modelling in the Natural and Social Sciences at Trent in the fall. >>more>> |
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Bruno Dobrusin
Neuquen, Argentina
International Development Studies and Politics
Bruno Dobrusin left his home in Neuquen, Argentina and arrived in Peterborough with nothing but a suitcase. He was excited to start studying at Trent University, and fuelled by aspirations to return home with a university degree and the means to help his fellow Argentineans. >>more>> |
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David Ennis-Dawson
Ottawa, Ontario
Politics
Being a student and new graduate of Trent University fulfills a growing family legacy for David Ennis-Dawson; his mother is a graduate of Trent and he has two cousins who are also enrolled at the University. >>more>> |
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Natalie Forest
Whitby, Ontario
English Literature
Trent University Oshawa
“I love to learn – about anything,” explains Natalie Frost, a new graduate of English Literature at Trent University Oshawa. “Not just through scholarly education or reading, but also through experience.” >>more>> |
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Katelyn Friendship
M.A. in Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies
“As a friend said to me once, ‘our footprints are everywhere,’ I take this statement to heart and believe we have to be aware of how much impact our footsteps can have in this world,” says Katelyn Friendship, a graduate of the Masters program in Canadian Studies and Indigenous Studies at Trent. >>more>> |
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Victoria Girard
Mississauga, Ontario
Business Administration and Indigenous Studies
For Business Administration and Indigenous Studies graduate Victoria Girard, coming to Trent provided an opportunity to discover her roots. >>more>> |
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Parker Glynn-Adey
London, Ontario
Mathematics
“I don't think many people choose math as a major. Rather, math chooses them,” says Parker Glynn-Adey, a recent Mathematics graduate at Trent. “It's a really exciting discipline. You're constantly wrestling with interesting ideas and when the path is clear it can feel like a really fun game.” >>more>> |
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Simon Harker
Pickering, Ontario
English Literature
Trent University Oshawa
By completing a degree in English Literature at Trent University Oshawa, recent graduate Simon Harker says he gained “worldly knowledge and a better understanding of life in general.” >>more>> |
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Xochilt Hernández
Managua, Nicaragua
International Development Studies and Anthropology
Recognizing that education is about more than what happens in the classroom, Xochilt Hernández made the decision to leave her home country of Nicaragua to study abroad in Canada and at Trent. >>more>> |
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Matthew Hicks
Streetsville, Ontario
Ancient Greek and Roman Studies and History
Matthew Hicks loves conducting research, listening to music, and learning. He advocates for animal rights and environmental policy and describes himself as an easy going, fun person, always dedicated to his studies. This dedication to academia is reflected in the fact that Matthew graduates from Trent with not one, but two, degrees – an Honours B.A. in Ancient Greek and Roman Studies and an Honours B.A. in History. >>more>> |
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Shaye Hutchinson
Hamilton, Ontario
Women’s Studies
In describing her chosen academic program, Shaye Hutchinson says, “I chose Women’s Studies as my major because I really like that my formal education affects how I live my life. What I am learning directly affects how I go about my everyday activities and impacts my beliefs, politics, and outlook on society and the world.” >>more>> |
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Qi Liu
Shanghai, China
Mathematics, Specialization in Mathematical Finance
“Study abroad provides a good opportunity to experience different teaching methods, and it’s also good for learning new language, cultures, and making friends around the world,” says international student Qi Liu about making the decision to leave her hometown in China to study at Trent University >>more>> |
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John MacMillan
Oakville, Ontario
Forensic Science
When choosing to study Forensic Science at Trent University, recent graduate John MacMillan says he was “intrigued” by the program. “It presented an opportunity to use my aptitude for science in a way that would directly benefit people's lives,” he says, adding, “And once I visited the campus, I decided Trent was where I wanted to be.” >>more>> |
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Kelly Manweiler
Burlington, Ontario
Sociology
At Trent University, Kelly Manweiler found what she was looking for. As a person who “loves thinking and questioning,” Kelly says that “Trent offered me new avenues of intellectual exploration.” >>more>> |
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Hanah Howlett McFarlane
Warsaw, Ontario
Anthropology
“Although academics are emphasized, I think they actually make up a fairly insignificant part of an education when you factor in extra-curricular activities (both on campus and in your community), friendships and the amazing learning opportunities that exist outside the classroom,” Hanah Howlett McFarlane, an Anthropology graduate, says about her Trent experience. >>more>> |
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Mark McInnes
Newmarket, Ontario
Biology and Chemistry
As an undergraduate student at Trent, Mark McInnes, a recent Biology and Chemistry graduate, gained invaluable research experience. Working with the Canadian Centre for Environmental Modeling and Chemistry at Trent during the summers, Mark says “I learned more in one summer of research than I could have imagined. It’s unlikely I would have had such an opportunity at other schools.” >>more>> |
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Maryam Monsef
Peterborough, Ontario
Biology and Psychology
“Neitzche said, “he who has a why to live can bear almost any how.’ I leave Trent with a very strong ‘why’, and armed with the knowledge that when I put my mind to it, I can matter, says Maryam Monsef, a recent Biology and Psychology graduate. >>more>> |
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Valerie Naylor
Cobourg, Ontario
English Literature
Trent University Oshawa
Thinking back on her time at Trent University Oshawa, recent English Literature graduate Valerie Naylor says, “My time at Trent in Oshawa has not only prepared me for the future by providing the education and skills employers look for, but has provided me with a fulfilling journey and many fond memories.” >>more>> |
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Laurel Ann Nissen
Toronto, Ontario
Sociology
Bagnani Medal Winner
Laurel Ann Nissen came to Trent as a mature student in 2001. After nearly a decade of part-time studies, she recently graduated from the University with a degree in Sociology.
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Jeta Pajaziti
Peja, Kosovo
International Political Economy and Business Administration
“Trent students are not here to just acquire an education, we are family members who share with each other, are deeply concerned about each other and are thankful for each other,” says international student Jeta Pajaziti, an International Political Economy and Business Administration graduate.
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Jacqueline Paul
Whitby, Ontario
Philosophy
During her time at Trent, Jacqueline Paul benefited from the freedom to explore many academic options in her first year before settling on her chosen major. “I appreciate how unexpected discovering my academic interest was. I came to Trent planning to major in Environmental Studies and graduated with a degree in Philosophy,” she says. >>more>> |
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Yan Peng
Guizhou, China
Economics and Business Administration
Symons Medal Winner
Reflecting on her choice of academic program, Economics and Business Administration graduate and international student Yan Peng says, “Dynamism attracted me to Economics and Finance. The realization that I could employ it to revitalize China’s financial and banking industries transformed my interest into passion.” >>more>> |
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Krista Pickard
Peterborough, Ontario
Education
Krista Pickard is the kind of person who knows exactly what she wants and has the drive and dedication to make it happen. Since high school, Krista has had dreams of becoming a teacher, and her first step towards that goal was enrolling at Trent. >>more>> |
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Jonathan Pinto
Peterborough, Ontario
Canadian Studies
“It’s truly the best program in the country, and a perfect fit for my academic interests,” says recent graduate Jonathan Pinto about Trent’s renowned Canadian Studies program. >>more>> |
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Adrienne Richard
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
M.A. in Theory, Culture and Politics
Theory, Culture and Politics (TCP) M.A. graduate Adrienne Richard describes her time at Trent as “incredibly formative.” >>more>> |
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Claudia Warner-Romano
Oshawa, Ontario
History
Trent University Oshawa
“If a prospective student is looking for an academic atmosphere where she will be known, by name, to leading scholars, where she can share ideas in intimate lectures and seminars, and where she will be challenged academically and supported personally, then I recommend Trent in Oshawa,” says History graduate Claudia Warner-Romano. >>more>> |
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Carly Schmidt
Conestogo, Ontario
English Literature
Looking back on her time as a Trent student, Carly Schmidt says that one of her favourite experiences was undertaking a job that others may not have enjoyed. >>more>> |
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Paul Seli
Pickering, Ontario
Psychology
Trent University Oshawa
Symons Medal Winner
The pursuit of knowledge has always been of great importance to Trent University Oshawa Psychology graduate, Paul Seli. This passion for the acquisition and sharing of knowledge brought Paul much success during his time as an undergraduate student at Trent. >>more>> |
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Timothy Shah
Toronto, Ontario
Environmental & Resource Studies and Human Geography
“Trent has been such a meaningful and fulfilling experience. It’s been a remarkable journey since day one,” says Timothy Shah, an Environmental & Resource Studies and Human Geography graduate. >>more>> |
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Evgenia Sirotenko
Kaluga, Russia
Business Administration with a minor in German Language
Finding a sense of community, familiarity and family while away from home is important to any student, but especially important when your home is across the ocean. Evgenia Sirotenko came to Trent in 2006 as an international student from Kaluga, Russia to study Business Administration and German Language. Since arriving, she has been heavily involved in the international student community, helping to foster that important sense of home for other students from around the world. >>more>> |
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Jayme Stabler
Warsaw, Ontario
M.Sc. in Materials Science
Jayme Stabler is an historic graduate at Trent – the first person to graduate from the M.Sc. in Materials Science graduate program, offered jointly by Trent University and UOIT.
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Joseph Steinman
Toronto, Ontario
Chemical Physics
Governor General’s Silver Medal Winner
“Trent University is an undiscovered diamond,” says Joseph Steinman, a Chemical Physics graduate, noting friendly and accessible interaction with faculty and students, and invaluable summer research opportunities with Trent Physics professor Dr. Alan Slavin, as some of the best and most memorable aspects of his undergraduate experience. >>more>> |
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Devin Turner
Belleville, Ontario
Biology
Not afraid to get involved on campus and with his academic department, Devin Turner has a long list of memories to take with him as he graduates from Trent with a B.Sc. in Biology. >>more>> |
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Chris Visconti
Pickering, Ontario
Psychology
Trent University Oshawa
“I hope to be an active member and educator in a community providing children and adults with the opportunity to socially stay active at a low cost,” says Trent University Oshawa Psychology graduate Chris Visconti about his plans for the future. “My goal is to act as a catalyst within the community in hopes of helping people make better short term choices leading to better long term benefits.” >>more>> |
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Amy Jane Vosper
Fenelon Falls, Ontario
Cultural Studies and Psychology
“Being involved in two programs simultaneously offered me the chance to explore my artistic and scientific side,” says Amy Jane Vosper, a Cultural Studies and Psychology graduate. Attaining both an Honours Bachelor of Science and an Honours Bachelor of Arts at the same time may seem a little unconventional for some students, but for Amy Jane it makes perfect sense. >>more>> |
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Teresa Wagner
Peterborough, Ontario
M.A. in Anthropology
Becoming an archaeologist has been Teresa Wagner’s dream since childhood. She took the first step towards that goal by completing an undergraduate degree in Anthropology at Trent and, in 2010 she graduates from the University with her Masters in Anthropology as well. >>more>> |
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Henry Wilson
Kenton, Manitoba
Ph.D. in Environmental & Life Sciences/Watershed Ecosystems
“I hope my future research will provide society with knowledge that will help us better manage watersheds in order to produce food and provide clean water,” Dr. Henry Wilson, new Ph.D. graduate, says about his future career goals and ambitions. >>more>> |
