MIPP

Hannah Barbero is a student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs in the Master of International Public Policy program. She graduated from Simon Fraser University (SFU) in 2020, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies with a concentration in economics, development, and environmental issues. During her studies, Hannah spent four months studying […]

Sierra Van Tent is a current graduate student in the Master of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. She earned a BA with distinction in Political Science from the University of Waterloo in 2023, with Minors in Legal Studies and Peace and Conflict Studies. Sierra has previously worked for the

Leonardo “Lenny” Lombardi is a graduate student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA) where he is pursuing a Master of International Public Policy (MIPP) degree as part of the 2024-2025 cohort. Born in Toronto as the oldest of triplets, he graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2023 with an Honours Bachelor of Arts

Kianna Low-A-Chee (She/Her) is an incoming Master of International Public Policy candidate at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Kianna graduated with Honours in Political Science from Wilfrid Laurier University in December 2022. Throughout her undergraduate degree, Kianna found her passion for human security, environmental security, and the political economy. Off campus, Kianna was the

Fabrice is student in the Master of Public Policy. He holds a bachelor’s degree in international studies and political science from Bishop’s University.   He has extensive professional experience in policy making and international relations within the Quebec government, working as both an international affairs advisor for the Ministry of Higher Education and an international trade

Callan Zackri Woolnough is a student in the International Public Policy Masters program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Before starting with the institution he graduated with Honours with an undergraduate degree in Political Science from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2022. During his undergraduate degree, he made a conscious effort to be involved amongst

Arfa Rana is a graduate student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Wilfrid Laurier University. Her interests are centered around decolonization, migrant identities and global justice. Rana completed her bachelor in journalism from Toronto Metropolitan University in 2023 and joined CBC that summer, where she wrote stories on underrepresented communities and current affairs for

Ishmael Philip Carrey is a dedicated graduate student in the International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He graduated with honours from Lancaster University, Ghana campus, where he earned his Bachelor’s in Economics and International Relations, with a concentration in International Relations.  During his academic journey, Philip has demonstrated a deep passion

Alexander White is a student in the Masters of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a bachelor of arts in economics and a minor in history. During his studies there he worked on issues relating to inequality and criminal justice. He is deeply

Sarah graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and International Relations. Throughout her studies, Sarah took a keen interest in examining the role trade and economics have on international relations and diplomacy. At the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Sarah hopes to learn more about the impact

Farzana is a graduate student in the International Public Policy program (MIPP) at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. She graduated from Dhaka University with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in economics. She has taught undergraduate economics classes at one of Bangladesh’s private universities for over three years. From 2012 to 2013, Farzana was a

Eunice Ngiengi is a student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs in the Master of International Public Policy. She recently graduated from the University of Waterloo, earning a Bachelor of Environmental Studies in International Development with a research specialization and a minor in legal studies. During her time at the University of Waterloo, she