2026 SCSU Elections
Candidates Hub
Executive Nominees
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President
Kai Sealy (Amplify)
Students deserve transparency, support, and leadership that delivers. As current SCSU VP Equity, CFS’s National Executive of the Black Caucus, and Barbados’ Youth Ambassador, I bring proven advocacy experience. I will expand food security programs, introduce regular town halls, student feedback systems, and fight for stronger financial support for students.
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President
De-Mario Knowles (Impact)
I'm De-Mario, an incoming National Executive for the Canadian Federation of Students who has been working for them since July 2023. My federal advocacy work includes securing a CFS decolonization audit, promoting food security, and lobbying for OSAP reform. Vote Team IMPACT for student-first changes at our school.
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Vice-President Academics & University Affairs
Kaitlyn Gallagher (Amplify)
I’m running to make academic policy more transparent, flexible, and student-centered. My platform focuses on expanding CR/NCR flexibility, advocating for a 24-hour academic pause during high-stress periods, and strengthening transparency and communication between DSAs and students so academic decisions better reflect student needs.
Maya Khan (Impact):
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Vice-President Operations
Rakshit Hegde (Amplify)
I will streamline financial coordination with clubs/DSAs to ensure fair funding and better awareness of student services like health insurance and campus dental care. I will expand Coffeehouse with frequent events and food options, and secure discounted tickets to popular Scarborough spots to help students explore the community affordably.
Athisayaa Prabagar (Impact):
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Vice-President External
Khadijah Khan (Impact)
I will advocate for an inclusive campus by addressing transit, food insecurity and accessible spaces. I would push for frequent buses during peak hours, support initiatives to aid food insecurity, advocate for a multi-faith room and women’s-only space at Pan Am, oppose OSAP cuts and support the WUSC SRP program.
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Vice-President External
Fawzia Elhag (Amplify)
As VP External, I will advocate for students beyond campus by building tri-campus coalition for OSAP reform, expanding free TTC ticket access for students facing financial hardship, and creating partnerships with organizations to increase internships, co-op placements, and career opportunities that help UTSC students succeed during university and after graduation.
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Vice-President Campus Life
Emeka Okolo (Amplify)
My campaign for VP Campus Life is about making campus unmissable. Prioritizing student feedback, expanding opportunities through SCSU4U, and strengthening clubs with better financial support. I want to build a campus that feels vibrant, inclusive, and connected. Together, we can create more moments, more opportunities, and a stronger community.
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Vice-President Campus Life
Tarek Dennaoui (Impact)
My goals as VP Campus Life is to include students in the decision making process for events, explore past initiatives to improve the club reimbursement process, and provide safe spaces with the intention to preserve student wellbeing with the main purpose of promoting student engagement and serving student needs.
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Vice-President Equity
Sukaina Abbas (Impact)
Hi everyone! I’m Sukaina (she/they), a third year Mental Health Studies Specialist at UTSC running for VP Equity with Team IMPACT. My work with queer communities and neurodivergent youth fuels my passion for justice and belonging. I’m committed to creating a campus where every student feels safe and valued.
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Vice-President Equity
Amal Elcharbini (Amplify)
I’m running for VP Equity to help build a campus where every student feels safe, supported, and heard. My priorities include protecting safe student expression, strengthening accountability in addressing racism and discrimination, improving accessibility to resources and bursaries, and supporting meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities across campus.
Board of Director Nominees
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Director of Arts, Culture & Media
Alexia Bueno Blas (Amplify):
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San Le Zou (Impact):
Hi, my name is San Le Zou. I’m an incoming third-year student double majoring in Arts Management and New Media Studies. Working as the Co-President of ACMSA and Volunteer Coordinator for ARTSIDEOUT has helped me gain valuable leadership experience, and I hope to bring that experience to ACM students.

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Director of Biological Sciences
Abigael Olatunji (AMPLIFY):
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Adiba Rahman (INDEPENDENT):
My name is Adiba Rahman, a second-year student in Human Biology and Neuroscience. I’m running for Director of Biological Sciences to make sure every student feels heard and supported. I want to grow research opportunities, mentorship, and resources so we can all thrive, succeed, and enjoy our BioSci journey together!

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Director of Biological Sciences
Salsabil Haque (INDEPENDENT):
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Aidan Rodricks (IMPACT):
My campaign focuses on key concerns frequently raised by Biological Sciences students: limited access to research/ job opportunities, additional course-related fees, bringing awareness/support to smaller clubs, and improving communication between students and professors. I believe every student should have clear, accessible opportunities and support in all of these areas.

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Director of English
Hafsah Shaikh (Impact):
I believe clear language builds strong communities. My goal is to make the English department more connected and supportive through clearer grading expectations, mentorship opportunities, and career workshops. I also hope to create more community spaces through poetry cafés and Shakespeare play enactments where students can network and celebrate literature.

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Director of English
Natashia Septirymen (INDEPENDENT):
As an English student with major extracurricular and academic involvement in the department, I intend to: (1) Host career events for typical English pathways (law, marketing, publishing, teaching, academia). (2) Help students receive funded research and study abroad opportunities through workshops. (3) Create more awareness for funded humanities research opportunities.

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Director of Health Studies [Yes/No/Abstain]
Joanna Dong (Amplify):
Bringing experiential events, transparency and holistic support to Health Studies' students!

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Director of Management
Nilaxshi Sriganeshan (Impact):
I’m running for Director of Management because I want to help students feel more confident navigating their academic and career paths. By expanding networking opportunities, clarifying specialization options, and strengthening co-op preparation, I aim to make resources more accessible and help students succeed in internships and future careers.

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Director of Management
Zainab Rizvi (Amplify):
Hi UTSC!! I’m Zainab Rizvi, and I’m running for Board Director of Management with #TeamAmplify! As a management student, I know how overwhelming balancing classes while navigating co-ops and opportunities can feel. I’m passionate about amplifying student voices, expanding career opportunities, and building a stronger, more connected management community!

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Director of Physical & Environmental Sciences [Yes/No/Abstain]
Anastasia Venne (Impact):
Heyyy! My name is Anastasia Venne and I’m running to be your Board of Director for Physical and Environmental Sciences! I’m a fourth-year Physics and Astrophysics. As Newton said, nothing moves without force. I want to be that force pushing for students needs. I’d love your support!

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Director of Political Sciences [Yes/No/Abstain]
Samantha Segarajasinghe (Impact):
My goal is to strengthen the Political Science community by improving communication between students and the department, supporting collaboration with student societies, and creating opportunities for networking, discussion, and social events that connect Political Science students with each other and the wider campus community.

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International Students Director [Yes/No/Abstain]
Anika Mehta (Impact):
Hi Everyone, my name is Anika, and I am running to be your International Student Director. I aim to create social events to aid community building and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion, networking opportunities, and key workshops. Through this, my goal is to make positive impacts for international students.
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Director of International Development Studies
Maya Asfour (Impact):
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Sukaina Syed (Amplify):
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Director of Psychology, Neuroscience & Mental Health Studies
George Alexopoulos (Impact):
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Megan Dean (Amplify):
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Vote Yes/No/Abstain:
Director of French & Linguistics
Sualys Gonzalez-Rodriguez (Independent):
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Director of Historical & Cultural Studies
Nayana Thayan (Impact):
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Director of Human Geography
Farishta Poonawalla Gujar (Impact):
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Vote Yes/No/Abstain:
Director of Philosophy
Samuella Ojo (Amplify):
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Director of Sociology
Tanisha Madan (Impact):
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2026 Fall By-Elections Positions:
Director of Anthropology
- No Candidates
Director of Computer & Mathematical Sciences
- No Candidates
Part-Time Studies Director
- No Candidates
Indigenous Students Director
- No Candidates

