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Emma Sonnemann

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 […]

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Andrew David Olson

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

Maha Saymeh

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

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Evan Smith

Evan Smith

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

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Sarah Hamm

Sarah Hamm

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

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Juliana Kusi

Juliana Kuma Kusi is a recent graduate of the University of Ghana, where she gained an undergraduate degree in Business Administration with a major in accounting. During her days at the University of Ghana, she served the student front and the university in numerous capacities and portfolio; social, political, and academics with examples being deputy

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Joshua Wright

Joshua Wright is a graduate student in the Masters of International Public Policy program at the Balsillie School of International Affairs. Before attending the Balsillie School of International Affairs, Joshua attended Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, achieving an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political Studies, a minor in History and a certificate

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Hannah Barbero

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

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Sierra Van Tent

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

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