Undergrad Studies in Philosophy & Mathematics: In September 2007, I began my Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics at Concordia University (Montreal, Canada). After completing my science requirements for the degree, I switched to a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. In April 2013, I completed my degree—BA Major in Philosophy & Minor in Mathematics.
Graduate Studies & Teaching Employment: In September 2013, I got accepted for a fully funded Master of Arts in Philosophy at the University of Western Ontario. My research project was broadly on Scientific Theories and Practice. After completing my Master’s in 2014, I was accepted for a fully funded PhD program in Philosophy at the same university. While doing my graduate work, I gained 7 years of employment as a Teaching Assistant (Tutorial Leader). I taught lessons to undergrads on Ethics & Applications, Sustainability, Law and Politics, and Introduction to Philosophy.
(University of Western Ontario)
Vice President Advocacy: I was elected and employed three times as the Vice President of Advocacy for the Society of Graduate Students (2020-23) at the University of Western Ontario. In my tenure, the Society represented 7,000 graduate students across 60 plus departments. In addition to collaborating with campus partners, I also liaised with Members of Provisional Parliament and the City Councillors to advocate for affordable housing and food security for graduate students.
(University of Western Ontario – November 2021)
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