Holly Davis is a graduate student in the Masters of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. She recently graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University, earning an honors bachelor of arts in Political Science. It was throughout her time in this undergraduate degree that she developed a passion for international affairs, particularly
Ryan Durante (he/him) is a PhD Candidate at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. His research explores the potential for transboundary water conflict in longstanding cooperative basins of North America and Europe in the face of accelerating climate change. He is a Graduate Research Fellow at the Global Centre for Climate Change and Transboundary Waters,
Sameer Gupta (he/him) is a Master of Arts candidate in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. He recently graduated from York University with a degree in Work and Labour Studies. At York, he served as President of the Work and Labour Studies Student Association, and contributed to ongoing research on diverse areas
Daniel Manyoki is a student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs in the Masters of Arts in Global Governance Program. He graduated from Carleton University with Distinction in History and a minor in Classics. Throughout his undergraduate degree, Daniel focused primarily on the political and sociological aspects of states. He has been published in
Sophie Greco is a PhD student at the BSIA through Wilfrid Laurier University, specializing in Global Governance with a focus on Conflict and Security. Her doctoral research aims to explore the impact of gendered movements/mobilizations/organizations in Latin America on the construction of post conflict “peace”. Sophie’s academic foundations include an MA in Criminology and Criminal
John McMurry recently graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Waterloo. During his undergraduate degree, John developed a strong interest in Migration Studies, as well Political Economy of the Environment. In his final year, John has the opportunity to complete an Honours Thesis on the topic of Far-Right proliferation
Emma Sonnemann is a graduate student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs in the Master of Arts in Global Governance program. She is a recent graduate of Trent University where she completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies and International Development. During her time at Trent, Emma completed research on topics including
Andrew Olson graduated in 2023 from Carleton University with a double major in History and Economics. He also holds a certificate in Data Analytics from McMaster University. He previously worked within the federal government at the National Research Council. Andrew’s research interests center on the history of banking, the impact of infrastructure on trade and
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Maha Saymeh is s a student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs in the Master of International Public Policy program. Maha completed her undergraduate degree in accounting from the Islamic University in Gaza, Palestine with Distinct which enable her to make a significant stride in her career at the United Nations Relief and Works
Evan Smith in 2024 graduated from the University of New Brunswick with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He is now pursuing graduate studies in International Public Policy at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. During his academic journey, Evan has demonstrated a deep passion and commitment to making a positive impact on how
Sarah Hamm is a current graduate student at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, pursing her master’s degree in International Public Policy. Before attending the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Sarah graduated with distinction from Queen’s University, earning an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, as well as a Certificate of Law. In the
