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Message TORONTONIAGARA2 0 2 5 N A T I O N A L C O N F E R E N C EApril 27 - 29, 2025
CISC’25 is more than just a conference—it’s a celebration of the connections, ideas, andshared commitment that fuel our work with students across Canada. We’ve built a programfilled with meaningful professional learning, thought-provoking conversations, and yes—afew surprises and good laughs along the way. It’s our hope that you leave feeling inspired,recharged, and more connected than ever.Thank you for being part of this vibrant community. We can’t wait to learn, share, and havesome fun together. Welcome to CISC’25!Kim and MattCISC National Conference CISC’25WELCOMEto the Canadian Independent School Counsellors NationalConference CISC’25Matthew Bowie, Ridley CollegeKim English, TFS - Canada’s International SchoolCo-Chairs, CISC National Conference CISC’25We are so excited and thrilled to welcome you to theCISC’25 Toronto Niagara Conference! After two years ofdreaming, planning, and a whole lot of google meets, it’s anhonour to finally open the doors to an experience designedwith each of you in mind. Whether you’re here as a highschool counsellor, a university representative, or a valuedsponsor, your presence makes this gathering truly special,and we thank you all for your support, enthusiasm, andpartnerships.3Welcome to CISC’25!
Two years ago, we reconnected following several challenging years of virtual meetings andconferences. To have the opportunity to gather again in-person was something wecherished. In those three days, we learned, laughed, chatted, and reconnected. Two yearslater, we are now gathering at a time of change in the post-secondary landscape. Withcountries around the world reevaluating their policies on international student enrollment -UK, Canada, and Australia, just to name a few, impacting the ways that post-secondaryinstitutions operate, our work is more important than ever. The sharing of ideas andprofessional development we will do over the next few days will enable us to better supportour students in the coming years. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Matt Bowie, Kim English, and their team for allthe work that they have done to put this conference together. It takes dedication frompassionate individuals working collaboratively to make this event possible. Thank you for allyour hard work, effort, dedication, and commitment to CISC'25. To me, CISC is about relationships, sharing of knowledge and collaboration. If you are joiningus for the first time, I am confident that you will find the conference to be a valuable andworthwhile experience that will no doubt be your "go-to" conference in future years. Ifyou've attended the conference before, then I am sure that you will take full advantage ofthe opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, and also build and create relationships withnew CISC members and other conference guests. In the last two years, CISC has grown tremendously, in both the diversity of our membershipand in the opportunities we provide for collaboration and professional development. Noneof this would have been possible if not for the 2023-2025 CISC Executive Team. Thank youfor all your hard work, dedication, and contribution in supporting CISC's mission bothregionally and nationally. It has been an honour serving as your President for this incredibleorganisation these last two years. Not only am I looking forward to connecting andreconnecting with all of you at CISC'25, but also for what lies ahead for CISC. Cheers,Joyce TangCISC National Conference CISC’25Joyce Tang, Mulgrave SchoolPresident, CISC (2023-2025)4*Due to extenuating circumstances, we had to miss the Ottawa 2020 edition of our conference.Welcome to the CISC’25 Toronto Niagara National Conference!It is my pleasure to welcome you all to the sixth* edition of the CISCNational Conference. I can’t believe that it’s been two years since welast got together in Calgary. Where has the time gone?
PresidentJoyce TangMulgrave School, West Vancouver, BCVice-President, British ColumbiaMáebh CarragherYork House School, Vancouver, BCVice President, PrairiesErik LoewenWest Island College, Calgary, ABVice-President, Greater OntarioDonna Naufal MoffattAshbury College, Ottawa, ONVice President, QuebecMelissa MaioneLower Canada College, Montreal, QCPast National Conference Co-ChairSarah DunsfordRundle College, Calgary, ABCISC National Conference CISC’25Canadian Independent School Counsellors (CISC) is aprofessional organization whose members are workingat independent schools across the country, as well as atindependent Canadian off-shore schools around theworld. Our members are guidance professionals whoseprincipal responsibilities are in advising their studentsthrough the process of post-secondary planning.Our Mission:To promote collaboration and professional development for Canadianindependent school counsellors.CISC 2023-2025 Executive:Past PresidentRick RodriguesBrentwood College, Mill Bay, BCVice-President, Metro TorontoAndrea StoecklThe University of Toronto Schools, Toronto, ONVice-President, MaritimesAynsley SasakiKing’s Edgehill School, Windsor, NSNational Conference Co-ChairKim EnglishTFS - Canada’s International School, Toronto, ONNational Conference Co-Chair / Past PresidentMatthew BowieRidley College, St. Catharines, ONWe would like to thank the members of theExecutive for their work over the last two yearsand their devotion to the CISC Mission of findingways to bring member counsellors together tocollaborate and take advantage of professionaldevelopment opportunities.5
INTERNATIONALFAIRCollegeTrackr Canada highlights thefollowing guests at CISC’25 for theirincredible dedication and support forCanadian students!CISC’25Please visit their booths to learn more!Feat u r e d C I S C ’ 2 5 Gue s t s :University of AlbertaJohns Hopkins UniversityImperial College London Boston UniversityUniversity of ChicagoUniversity of British Columbia Carleton UniversityUniversity of Detroit MercyRochester Institute of TechnologyTemple UniversityUniversity of MiamiRosina BeritelaNathalie DugoCatherine EamesFaithe BeadleAnthony DoddsMonique Robert Weihong SunEmily BirkettMark MuenzerVivian WangAmanda AndersonUniversity of Michigan
Spec i a l S h o u t - O utsFeat u r e d C I S C ’ 2 5 Gue s t s :Chris TaylorDenison UniversityCurtis MichaelisMount Allison UniversityAaron BixlerMiami UniversityBrandy FransenRollins CollegeAnita WeissRachel GalloEvan LisBinh HuynhThe Ohio State UniversityJesse OshanekUniversity of Victoria CanadaKimberly ValentiMiranda NelsonSUNY OswegoContact MirandaGabriela MendezAwele Oye-OnwukaContact AaronColumbia University Pre-CollegeMilwaukee School of EngineeringArizona State UniversityContact EvanFurman UniversitySt. Francis Xavier UniversityMiddlesex University LondonThe following universities were unavailable for CISC’25. We encourage you to contact them tolearn more about their programs and support!
CISC National Conference CISC’25Platinum+ SponsorsWe would like to acknowledge the support of our major sponsors without whichthe CISC National Conference CISC’25 would not have been possible:8Pre- and Post-Conference Sponsors:
CISC National Conference CISC’25Platinum Sponsors9Association of International Regional Representatives - North America
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Counsellors Board Coach from Courtyard Toronto Downtown to OntarioTech UniversityWelcome to Ontario Tech University with BreakfastOntario Tech University ProgrammingCounsellors Board Coach & Depart Ontario Tech University for OCADWelcome to OCAD with LunchOCAD ProgrammingCounsellors Depart OCAD - Walk back to Courtyard Toronto DowntownConference Attendees Check-In, Courtyard Toronto Downtown LobbyCISC National Conference CISC’25Pre-Conference Schedule (Ontario Tech & OCAD University), Saturday, April 26Saturday, April 26, 20257:45am8:45am9:00am11:00am12:15pm12:30pm3:30pm4:30 - 6:30pm
Conference Attendees Check-In - Courtyard Toronto Downtown FoyerBreakfast - Sponsored by King’s University College at Western UniversityOfficial Conference Start and WelcomeCISC National Conference CISC’25 Executive and ChairsKeynote Presentation: The Liberal Arts Advantage in the Digital World, by Dr. Robert Ventresca, Interim President of King’s University CollegeCounsellors Board School Buses and Depart Courtyard Toronto Downtownfor TFS - Canada’s International SchoolWelcome to TFS - Canada’s International SchoolCoffee Breaks at TFS Sponsored by Points for SchoolProfessional Development Session #1 Gap Years 101: Should I Be Promoting This Pathway?Ah, the Reference Letter... Time to Shut Out the Noise and Listen toYour Heart!Is the school visit dead? Reinventing the university rep-counsellorpartnership to best support fit and opportunity for the internationally-bound applicant.Unleash Creative Potential: Guiding Students to Art School SuccessUltimate Guide to International UniversitiesProfessional Development Session #2 The AI-Augmented Counselor: Practical Tech Tools for GuidanceDepartmentsDemystifying the Morehead-Cain Scholarship: A Step-by-Step Guidefor CounselorsUltimate Guide to UK Universities and UCASThink Beyond the Ivy League: Resources for Narrowing Down the USAdmissions SearchGoing it Together: Models for Post-Secondary Prep from Grades 9-12Lunch - Sponsored by AIRAA-NA - La Terrasse, TFSIrish Medical Journeys - Toronto Doctors Share Their ExperienceDr. Emma Kinsella, University of GalwayDr. Kathryn Hong, University College DublinDr. Bunmi Adesanya, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland7:15 - 8:30am7:30 - 8:30am8:30am - 9:15am9:15am10:00am10:15 - 11:00am11:15am - 12:00pm12:15 - 12:45pm12:45 - 1:15pmCISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27Sunday, April 27, 202512
Global Futures: International University & Enrichment FairSponsored by CollegeTrackrLoad Buses & Depart TFS for the University of Toronto St. George CampusWelcome to the University of Toronto - 31 King’s College CircleWellness Break Sponsored by University of TorontoThe U of T Scarborough Advantage: Pathways to Health-Care Programsand Careers, Kyomi Hastings Duncan, Associate Registrar and Director ofAdmissions & Student Recruitment, University of Toronto ScarboroughInnovative Learning Supports: Academic Resilience Programming and AI-Integrated Learning at U of T, Alex Bowie, Learning Strategist - Centre forLearning Strategy SupportWalk around King’s College Circle and Engage with Student AmbassadorsWalk to Courtyard Toronto DowntownFree TimeMeet in the Lobby, Bus to Depart for Evening Networking Event andEntertainmentCISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27Sunday, April 27, 20251:20 - 2:20pm2:20pm3:00pm3:20 - 3:50pm4:00 - 4:30pm4:30 - 4:50pm4:50pm5:00 - 6:30pm6:30pm7:00pm9:45 / 10:15 / 10:30pmLaugh & Connect: A Comedy Networking Night at Second City ImprovSponsored by Atlantic Bridge2 Drink tickets, heavy appetizers, and a tailored comedy show are not tobe missed! Bring money to purchase extra drinks, if desiredBuses return to Courtyard Toronto DowntownAttendees are also welcome to make their own way back to the hotel.Second City will be open after 10:30pm if attendees are interested instaying later. 13
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27Professional Development Session #1: Workshop OfferingsTFS: 10:15am - 11:00amGap Years 101: Should I be promoting this pathway?Michelle Dittmer, President & Co-Founder, Canadian Gap YearAssociationSupporter? Undecided? Skeptic? Come join the Canadian Gap YearAssociation to learn the truth about what gap years look like in 2025 &beyond and what you need to know about working with students, theirparents and your school culture. For GenZ, gap years are so much morethan the stereotypical backpacking on momg and dad’s dime -internships, sustainability work, social justice work, career explorationand so much more.Ah, the Reference Letter...Time to Shut Out the Noise and Listen to YourHeart!Rick Rodrigues, Director, University Counselling, Brentwood College School, Mill Bay, BCI am now in my third decade at this game... and I can’t tell you how many different messages I haveheard about the “best approach” to that age-old fixture in our work: the Counsellor Reference Letter.I have spent many a year completely ignoring all of that noise, taking my approach to the processthat feels right. The result: I LOVE writing these letters, and the process is never a pain. I would like toshare my thinking and approach with others, not to tell them that it's best (because it's best for ME),but to inspire them to find what works best for them. The goal: you need to start enjoying CounsellorsReferences Letters... let's figure out how to do that together.Is the school visit dead? Reinventing the university rep-counsellor partnershipto best support fit and opportunity for the internationally-bound applicantNicole Bryant, St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn SchoolAngela Colibaba, Glenlyon Norfolk School, Victoria, BCAshley Monaghan, University of AucklandAmanda Lunberg, University of RoehamptonVisas, political administrations, fake news, biases, budget cuts: The modern world of internationaladvising is an overwhelming, ever-changing landscape, but we are in good company. In this panel anddiscussion forum, we will explore ways international university representatives and counsellors are inthis together. How can we work together to reinvent our approach to international admissions?Leveraging the expertise of international university representatives and university guidance counsellors,we will review the non-US international recruitment process. We will investigate how university reps andguidance counsellors can work collaboratively to prepare internationally-bound applicants for anauthentic, successful university (and location/country) fit.14
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27Professional Development Session #1: Workshop OfferingsTFS: 10:15am - 11:00amUltimate Guide to InternationalUniversitiesAmanda Carroll, The American University of ParisKelsey Jackson, Victoria University of WellingtonEmma Schwartz, James Cook UniversityJim Pierson, University College DublinNatasha Racco-Tang, Bond UniversityThis session will equip school counsellors withtools and knowledge needed to effectively guidestudents interested in pursuing higher educationabroad. Representatives from five diverseinternational universities, spanning Europe,Ireland, and Oceania, will provide an overview ofthe admissions process, emphasizing theopportunities available to Canadian students indiverse fields of study. Counsellors will learnhow to support students in navigating theapplication process as well as identifying thebenefits of education abroad.Unleash Creative Potential: Guiding Students to Art School SuccessJess Gill & Phil Scurrah, University of the Arts LondonMary Anne Garcia, OCADCreative experimentation, bold risks, and playful problem-solving are at the heart of shaping the futureof the Art & Design industries. As a guidance counsellor, you play a pivotal role in inspiring students topursue their passions—whether in architecture, design, fashion, media, performance, or fine arts. JoinUniversity of the Arts London (UAL) and OCAD University for an engaging session that celebrates theart of embracing mistakes and pushing boundaries! Discover how encouraging students to takecreative risks can help them showcase their most innovative and contemporary work. This interactiveworkshop features real portfolio examples and practical tips tailored to diverse programs, fromfoundational art skills to creative innovation. Connect with leading art institutions, share insights, andlearn strategies to empower your students to embrace bold, courageous creativity. Let’s work togetherto help them transform their artistic dreams into reality!
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CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27Professional Development Session #2: Workshop OfferingsTFS: 11:15am - 12:00pmThe AI-Augmented Counselor: Practical Tech Tools forGuidance DepartmentsJennifer Browne, Lakefield College SchoolKeith Brooks, Trinity College SchoolThis hands-on session demystifies artificial intelligence by focusing on concrete applications for highschool guidance settings. Explore user-friendly tools that can help with everything from helpingstudents develop university lists to personalizing recommendation letters. We’ll coverimplementation strategies and ways to integrate these resources, helping you address the realchallenges with limited time and resources. Demystifying the Morehead-Cain Scholarship:A Step-by-Step Guide for CounselorsTim Cheney, Morehead-CainMorehead-Cain is the oldest and most comprehensive undergraduate merit scholarship program inthe United States. Since its inception in 1951, the Program has provided over 3,300 student-leaderswith a framework for personal growth and leadership development. Morehead-Cain Scholars receivefour years of full tuition and expenses at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and so muchmore. Attendees will learn how to most effectively support their students through the Morehead-Cain Scholarship selection process, gaining helpful insights about the values that guide our work andselection. By the end of the session, counselors will be better prepared to guide students througheach stage of the scholarship process. Ultimate Guide to UK Universities and UCASAlana Stuart, University of East AngliaThomas Day, Newcastle UniversityCatherine Eames, Imperial College LondonHolly Hancock, University of BristolThis session will equip school counselors with the tools and knowledge needed to effectively guidestudents interested in pursuing higher education in the UK. Representatives from five diverse UKuniversities will provide an overview of the admissions process, emphasizing the opportunitiesavailable to Canadian students in diverse fields of study. Counselors will learn how to support studentsin navigating the UCAS application process, from selecting courses and meeting entry requirements towriting compelling personal statements. Additionally, this session will cover key differences betweenUK and Canadian university systems, such as shorter degree durations and specialized academicpathways. Presented by members of AIRR-NA, a professional organization of North America-basedadmissions representatives, counselors will also gain locally based contacts that are here to supportstudents, families, and counselors as they begin in their international education journey. Mikaela Spencer, The University of EdinburghJames Farren, University of HertfordshireGabriela Mendez, Middlesex University London18
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27Professional Development Session #2: Workshop OfferingsTFS: 11:15am - 12:00pmThinking Beyond the Ivy League: Resources forNarrowing Down the US Admission SearchRachel Liu, Education USA“I want to go to Harvard!” - every student and their parent. The goal of this session is to exploreresources to help your students think beyond the Ivy League and find a wider range of good-fitAmerican schools. We will discuss the different types of institutions in the USA and the typicalstudents who may be a good fit for each other. We will also review websites, blogs, and books that canhelp expand the research process. Going It Together: Models for Post-Secondary Prep from Grade 9 to Grade 12Angela Collins, Stratford HallDavid Chiu, Stratford HallSarah MacMillian, Glenlyon Norfolk SchoolCarrie Ngo, Holy Trinity SchoolTracy Howard, Holy Trinity SchoolHow do you prepare your students for the post secondary world? Come to our panel chat with Post-Secondary Advisors from Stratford Hall, Glenlyon Norfolk, and Holy Trinity School to hear how allthree schools attempt to answer the question. We also hope you’ll bring ideas and resources to sharein this discussion-based workshop.University of Toronto Info SessionsUniversity of Toronto, St. George CampusThe U of T Scarborough Advantage: Pathways to Health-Care Programs andCareersKyomi Hastings Duncan, Associate Registrar and Director of Admissions & StudentRecruitment - Office of the Registrar, University of Toronto ScarboroughLearn more about pathways to careers in the healthcare industry and how U of T Scarborough’sscience programs and new Health Sciences stream will prepare undergraduate science students forcareer success and provide a competitive advantage when applying to professional healthcareprograms. We will also tell you more about the Scarborough Academy of Medicine and IntegratedHealth (SAMIH), opening at U of T Scarborough in 2026. 19
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Sunday, April 27University of Toronto Info SessionsUniversity of Toronto, St. George CampusInnovative Learning Supports: Academic Resilience Programming and AI-Integrated Learning at U of TAlex Bowie, Learning Strategist - Centre for Learning Strategy SupportCurious about the academic supports available to U of T students? U of T’s Centre for LearningStrategy Support focuses on the development of effective learning strategies, skills, andcompetencies. This session will explore two key programming initiatives: a resilience programsupporting students experiencing academic setbacks and an interactive workshop series encouragingstudents to consider the role of GenAI in their learning.
Load luggage onto coach buses at Courtyard Downtown TorontoCounsellors Depart for Toronto Metropolitan University by footArrive at Toronto Metropolitan University, George Vari Engineering andComputing Centre (245 Church Street, Toronto)Continental Breakfast - Sponsored by TMUWelcome to TMU - Building Brighter Futures: The Power of Support andAcademic Excellence, Jen McMillen, Vice-Provost, StudentsCreative School Immersive Workshop Experiences in Small GroupsLoad Coach Buses; Counsellors to depart TMU for the University ofToronto Mississauga CampusArrive at University of Toronto Mississauga Campus, Kaneff centre, InnerCircle Road - Lunch - Sponsored by the University of Toronto MississaugaWelcome to University of Toronto Mississauga, Renu Kanga Fonseca,Registrar & Ting Li, Associate Director, Student RecruitmentCo-Op Internship Program (CIP), Research Opportunity Program (ROP),and Student Panel by UTM’s Experiential Education UnitCampus TourLoad Coach Buses; Counsellors depart UTM for Niagara FallsArrive & Check-In to Sheraton Fallsview HotelFree TimeLoad Buses; Counsellors to Depart Sheraton Fallsview Hotel for NiagaraCollegeArrive at Niagara College - Niagara-on-the-Lake CampusWelcome ReceptionFood & Wine Experience - Sponsored by Niagara CollegeLoad Coach Buses and Depart for Sheraton Fallsview HotelArrive at Sheraton Fallsview HotelCISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Monday, April 28Monday, April 28, 20257:45am8:00am8:30am9:00 - 10:45am10:45am12:00 - 12:45pm12:45 - 1:45pm1:45pm3:45pm4:00 - 5:30pm5:30pm6:15pm6:30 - 8:30pm8:45pm9:30pm21
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Monday, April 28Toronto Metropolitan University Creative School Immersive WorkshopsTMU: 9:00 - 10:45amMulticam ProductionLocation: Arthur Smith Virtual Production Studio - RCC 180Discover what goes behind the scenes for live TV (talk shows, live sketches, reporting, etc.)22Mock Live BroadcastingLocation: Journalism Studio D - RCC 207Step into the world of on-air reporting, on-camera and in the control room.Video Game Design 101Location: Red Bull Gaming Hub - RCC 229Understand the psychology behind persuasion, narratives and character-building for video games. Multitrack StudioLocation: Multitrack Studio - RCC 344 & 342Discover how a professional recording studio operates—from live instruments to control roomworkflows—in our multi-room audio space.Immersive Audio SuiteLocation: Immersive Audio Suite - RCC 348Get a glimpse behind the scenes of immersive audio production using cutting-edge tech now standardin music, film, and gaming.Niagara College - Food & Wine ExperienceBegin your dining experience in one of three teaching kitchens, and feel free to mix, mingle, and rotatebetween them at your leisure. Enjoy a variety of delicious food and drinks prepared by Niagara Collegeculinary students. This will be your dinner for the evening, so make sure to fill up—there’s plenty toenjoy!Each kitchen will feature:A unique food station: pasta, tacos, or fresh rollsA signature cocktail (with mocktail options available)Eat, chat, laugh, and enjoy the evening!Niagara College: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Breakfast at Sheraton Fallsview Hotel - Sponsored by Education in IrelandLoad Coach Buses & Counsellors to Depart for Brock UniversityWelcome from Brock University - Arja Vainio-Mattila, Provost & VicePresident, Academic - Rankin AtriumBrock Workshop #1Brock Workshop #2Wellness Break - Sponsored by Brock UniversityProfessional Development Session #3 Grad Tracking Data and Creating an Effective Board ReportVideo Interview 101 - Supporting Student SuccessSwitzerland: Real-world Global Education with Lifelong ImpactHigher Education in FranceNavigating Post-Secondary AthleticsWelcome & Lunch - Sponsored by Brock UniversityLoad Coach Buses and Depart for Ridley CollegeGroup PhotoWelcome to Ridley College, J. Edward Kidd, HeadmasterCISC Executive Updates with Special Guest - Anand Mahadevan, CAISWellness Break - Sponsored by Aramark CateringProfessional Development Session #4Navigating Professional Ethics in University CounsellingSolution-Focused CounsellingExperience Australia - A Guide to Studying Down UnderReturning Home After Completing A Professional Program AbroadNavigating the Changing Landscape of Standardized TestingCocktail Reception - Sponsored by Swiss Education GroupCISC Executive Meeting - 2023-25 & 2025-27 Execs to MeetLoad Coach Buses and Depart for Sheraton Fallsview HotelCISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Tuesday, April 29, 20257:30 - 8:30am8:45am9:20am9:40 - 10:20am10:30 - 11:15am11:15 - 11:30am11:40am - 12:25pm12:30 - 1:25pm1:25pm2:00pm2:00 - 3:00pm3:00 - 3:15pm3:15 - 4:00pm4:00 - 4:45pm4:45pm23
Free Time - CounsellorsDepart for Table Rock RestaurantBuses will shuttle between 6:45 - 7:00pmYou can walk down Niagara Parkway, which is a scenic 1.2km/~15 minswalkClosing Dinner at Table Rock RestaurantCISC Outstanding Service Award2027 CISC Conference AnnouncementPhoto Booth - Sponsored by University of Niagara Falls CanadaBus/shuttles back to hotel or option to walkCISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Tuesday, April 29, 20255:15 - 6:40pm6:40 - 7:00pm7:00 - 10:00pm10:00 - 10:30pm24Brock University WorkshopsBrock University: 9:40 - 10:20am & 10:30 - 11:15amApplied Grape & Wine Science: Wine Not?Join us for a sensory and tasting experience at Brock’s flagship research institute, the Cool ClimateOenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI). Brock is the only university in Canada to offer anundergraduate degree in Applied Grape & Wine Science. Join us to learn what sensory analysis meansin the grape and wine industry and have the opportunity to taste some wine made by our graduates.Learn more about the hands-on experience our students receive in grape and wine science and theirinteraction with industry during their studies leads to our 96% job placement rate upon graduation. Goodman School of Business: Case CompetitionGoodman School of Business’s largest club, “ACE Goodman”, presents a case competition workshop!Experienced ACE executives will walk you through the basics of a case competition and you will runthrough a mock case of your own.
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Kinesiology: Relax & Rejuvenate - Outcome-Based Interventions for Well-BeingUnwind with a guided yoga session, led by a Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies graduatestudent, focusing on moving to the pace of your breath to reduce stress and release tension. Inaddition to this wellness experience, Dr. Tim O’Connell will introduce degree options in LeisureStudies, highlighting how these fields equip students with the skills to support health and well-beingthrough recreation. *Mats will be provided. Dress comfortably for movement.Brock University WorkshopsBrock University: 9:40 - 10:20am & 10:30 - 11:15amPolitical Science: “Baldur’s Gate 3 ... and Politics?The popular video game Baldur's Gate 3 is based on the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons &Dragons, but gaming isn't just for fun - role-playing simulations also help us to understand the worldof politics. Come play a brief simulation with us, The Starship Game, to see how political scientists usegames to understand elections, justice, and war and peace. Hopefully Orin the Red doesn't show upwhile we're playing...but we can't promise she won't.
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Professional Development Session #3: Workshop OfferingsBrock University: 11:40am - 12:25pmSwitzerland: Real-World Global Education withLifelong ImpactJenn Lutz, Swiss Education GroupWhy study in the most innovative, most sustainable country in the world, with an internationallylauded education system that has deftly balanced academic rigour with real-world hands-on learningfor decades? Why not! While many countries around the world have just begun adapting post-secondary curriculum and exploring quality international partnerships and opportunities, Switzerlandhas for many decades been educating high-demand graduates who enter the international labourmarket confident, experienced, and as true global citizens. Learn why Switzerland leads in business,luxury, finance, hospitality, and more, and should be a top consideration for pursuing globally relevantundergraduate education leading to exciting international careers. 26Grad Tracking Data and Creating an Effective BoardReportKim Mitchell, Bishop Strachan SchoolJoin this workshop which will highlight key data that can be pulled to create an informative BoardReport for your school. We will look at what makes a Board Report effective; namely, utilizing dataand information that is concise, relevant, reliable, timely, and that furthers your universitycounselling department’s goals. Video Interview 101 - Supporting Student SuccessHannah Gottfried, Glenlyon Norfolk SchoolCaitlin Shepard, Brockton SchoolHow do we approach the video interview, better known as “on-cameraresponses to pre-recorded questions”? In this workshop, we will discuss timing,approaches, and what we have found to be effective to help our students thriveint his element of the application. From workshops to worksheets, grouppractice to flying solo, we will share tools that can work and ideas to try withyour students.
This session will explore the Higher Education system in France, highlighting its unique characteristicsand structure, and will examine the variety of English-taught and bilingual programs available,including those offered in partnership with Canadian universities. Additionally, we will discuss theadmissions process, with a focus on the specific requirements for EU nationals, non-EU nationals, andFrench nationals. Finally, we will consider the advantages and challenges of studying in France forCanadian high school students, and identify the types of students who are best suited to benefit fromthis opportunity. CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Professional Development Session #3: Workshop OfferingsBrock University: 11:40am - 12:25pmHigher Education in FranceJoudy Abou Chakra, Lycée Français de TorontoThis session aims to equip counsellors with the knowledge and tools necessary to support studentathletes in their journey to apply to schools as a student athlete. With the increasing competitivenessof college admissions and the rapidly changing eligibility standards, it is crucial for counsellors tounderstand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by student athletes. This presentation willcover key aspects of the NCAA and USPORTS application process, including eligibility requirements,recruitment strategies, and the balance of education and athletics during the process. Navigating Post-Secondary AthleticsJosh Doan, Ridley CollegeChris Papalia, St. Andrew’s College
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Professional Development Session #4: Workshop OfferingsRidley College: 3:15 - 4:00pmNavigating Professional Ethics in University CounsellingRuth McGhee, St. Michael’s University SchoolIn this interactive workshop, we will explore the ethical challenges we face in our role, working toprovide practical strategies to uphold professional integrity. Using case studies and real-worldscenarios, participants will engage in collaborative discussions to analyse ethical dilemmas aroundtopics such as confidentiality, conflicts of interest, equity and professional boundaries. Objectivesinclude: understanding core ethical principles in university counselling; applying ethical decision-making frameworks to real-life situations; identifying and mitigating potential conflicts of interest;and navigating challenges in confidentiality and student advocacy while maintaining professionalintegrity. By the end of the session, we hope attendees will have enhanced their ability to criticallyevaluate ethical dilemmas, make informed decisions and foster trust within their communities.Whether new or experienced in their roles, we hope attendees will leave with practical tools and newconnections to deal with complex ethical situations with confidence. Solution-Focused CounsellingMark Bunten, Lauremont SchoolHave you ever struggled to get through to a student? Are you wanting to tune up your counsellingskills? If yes, then, this workshop of solution-focused counselling skills is for you. Whether addressingsocial-emotional challenges, academic performance, or post-secondary planning, solution-focusedtechniques empower students to leverage their strengths, envision success, and take actionable stepsforward. Ideal for counsellors of any skill or experience level, this session on brief solution-focusedstrategies will combine theory and practice to equip you with a grab-bag of tools to help even the moststuck student in your caseload. Through small group discussions and hands-on activities, participantswill gain confidence in using solution-focused questioning, goal-setting frameworks, and resource-building strategies tailored to individual student needs. Leave feeling renewed to foster hope,resilience, and achievement in your students' journeys.Experience Australia - A Guide to StudyingDown UnderSara O’Shea, OzTREKKNatasha Racco-Tang, Bond UniversityEmma Schwartz, James Cook UniversityThis session will provide an overview of study opportunities in Australia for students interested inpursuing professional programs such as direct entry medicine, dentistry, law, etc. OzTREKK willprovide an introduction to key details regarding the application process and their services. They willbe joined by Bond University and James Cook University reps who will present on their specificprograms.28
CISC National Conference CISC’25Conference Schedule, Tuesday, April 29Professional Development Session #4: Workshop OfferingsRidley College: 3:15 - 4:00pmReturning Home After Completing A Professional Program AbroadAndrea Stoeckl, University of Toronto SchoolsThis presentation will target international professional programs (e.g. medicine, law, engineering anddentistry) and what students and families should consider if they want to return to Canada topractice. Admission to these programs will be briefly covered, with the remainder of the presentationfocused on what is needed to qualify as a professional and practice in Canada (example province:Ontario).Navigating the Changing Landscape of Standardized TestingNicole Bryant, St. Mildred’s-Lightbourn SchoolThis interactive workshop is designed for guidance counselors to explore the evolving role ofstandardized testing in international admissions. Are counsellors seeing advantages to studentssubmitting scores, and what are we recommending? Additionally, we will discuss the changes comingto the ACT for September 2025. Counsellors will engage in a dynamic discussion about the shiftswhich have taken place over the past five years and think about where testing may go in the years tocome.
Grab ‘n’ Go Breakfast - Sheraton Fallsview Hotel LobbyBus #1 - Load Luggage Bus #1 to DepartStop #1: Pearson International AirportStop #2: Toronto Bus Terminal, 610 Bay StreetBus #2 - Load LuggageBus #2 to DepartStop #1: Pearson International AirportStop #2: Toronto Bus Terminal, 610 Bay StreetCISC National Conference CISC’25Departure & Post-Conference Schedule, Wednesday, April 30Wednesday, April 30, 20255:30 - 7:00am5:45am6:00am6:45 am7:00am32Post-Conference ScheduleGrab ‘n’ Go Breakfast - Sheraton Fallsview Hotel LobbyDepart Sheraton Fallsview Hotel for RITNote: Please store your luggage with the Hotel to expedite border waittimes. Bring only what you need for the day.Visit & Lunch at RITDepart RIT for University of RochesterUniversity of Rochester Visit & ProgrammingDinner is Grab ‘n’ Go at the End of the Day. Eat in transit back to Canada.Arrive at Sheraton Fallsview Hotel to pick up luggage. Option to get off forthose driving. Depart for Toronto.Stop #1: Airport Hotels (near Pearson International Airport)Stop #2: Toronto Bus Terminal, 610 Bay Street5:30 - 7:00am7:00am8:45am - 12:45pm12:45 - 1:00pm1:00 - 5:00pm7:00pm 7:00 - 8:30pm
Joudy Abou Chakra Guidance and University CounsellorStephen Acree Vice-Principal, University GuidanceMisty Atwater Academic CoordinatorAshley Bailey University & Guidance CounsellorCarissa Balcaen Post-Secondary Academic AdvisorAlyson Bartlett Director of University CounsellingJenn Bateman University CounsellorJessica Beausoleil University CounsellorMegan Berry Guidance and University CounsellorAdalgisa Bevacqua-Tirone Guidance Counsellor & Learning StrategistGreer Bevel University Guidance CounsellorTiia Birkenbaum Assoc Dir of University CounsellingMatthew Bowie Director of GuidanceElizabeth Branscombe Guidance CounsellorKeith Brooks Guidance CounsellorSara Brown Guidance CounsellorJenn Browne Head of Memorial House, Guidance & LearningNicole Bryant Director, University GuidanceCISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSLycée Français de Toronto Toronto, ONAberdeen Hall Preparatory School Kelowna, BCKing’s Edgehill School Windsor, NSLauremont School Richmond Hill, ONBalmoral Hall Winnipeg, MBElmwood School Ottawa, ONSt. Michael's University School Victoria, BCBrentwood College School Mill Bay, BCCrescent School Toronto, ONThe Country Day School King City, ONShawnigan Lake School Shawnigan Lake, BCTFS - Canada’s International School Toronto, ONRidley College St. Catherines, ONGreenwood College School Toronto, ONTrinity College School Port Hope, ONThe Bishop Strachan School Toronto, ONLakefield College School Lakefield, ONSt. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School Oakville, ONjoudy.abouchakra@lft.castephen.acree@aberdeenhall.commatwater@kes.ns.caabailey@lauremontschool.cacbalcaen@balmoralhall.caabartlett@elmwood.cajenn.bateman@smus.cajessica.beausoleil@brentwood.bc.camberry@crescentschool.orggisa.bevacqua@cds.on.cagbevel@shawnigan.catbirkenbaum@tfs.camatthew_bowie@ridleycollege.comelizabeth.branscombe @greenwoodcollege.orgkbrooks@tcs.on.casbrown@bss.on.cajbrowne@lcs.on.canbryant@smls.on.ca33
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSMark Bunten Guidance CounsellorDaniel Burch Communications CoordinatorEnzo Carcasole Guidance CounsellorIan Carswell Guidance & University Counselling CoordinatorDionne Castel-Halcrow Alison Champ Associate Director, University CounsellingRyan Chapman University CounsellorDavid Chiu Career CounsellorAngela Colibaba University Guidance AdvisorAngela Collins Post-Secondary AdvisorJohn Connelly Director of Student AffairsKatrina Cortez University Guidance CounsellorSusan Deane University CounsellorMichelle Douglas Associate Director, University CounsellingJessica Doyle Grade 9/10 Guidance CounsellorSarah Dunsford Rogers Head of Student ServicesAdriana Dybala Academic and Career CounsellorKim English Director, University CounsellingLauremont School Richmond Hill, ONCross Lake Education Authority Cross Lake, MBSt. Michael’s College School Toronto, ONSt. John’s Kilmarnock School Breslau, ONCross Lake Education Authority Cross Lake, MBUpper Canada College Toronto, ONSt. George’s School Vancouver, BCStratford Hall Vancouver, BCGlenlyon Norfolk School Victoria, BCStratford Hall Vancouver, BCSt. Michael's College School York, ONBayview Glen Independent School Toronto, ONSouthpointe Academy Tsawwassen, BCTFS - Canada's International School Toronto, ONRidley College St. Catharines, ONRundle College Calgary, ABBayview Glen Independent School Toronto, ONTFS - Canada’s International School Toronto, ONmbunten@lauremontschool.cadburch@clea.mb.cacarcasole@smcsmail.comicarswell@sjkschool.orgdionnech@clea.mb.caachamp@ucc.on.carchapman@stgeorges.bc.cadavid.chiu@stratfordhall.caacolibaba@mygns.caangela.collins@stratfordhall.caconnelly@smcsmail.comkcortez@bayviewglen.casdeane@southpointe.camdouglas@tfs.cajessica_doyle@ridleycollege.comdunsford@rundle.ab.caadybala@bayviewglen.cakenglish@tfs.ca34
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSIan Fleming Director of University CounsellingDeb Flintoff Guidance CounsellorBrian Foote Curriculum & Studies OfficerMatthew Fox Director of GuidanceMichelle Frigo Director, Guidance, University CounsellingJordan Frost Guidance CounsellorHannah Gottfried University Guidance AdvisorDavid Gow University CounsellorTeri Groves Head of University CounsellingCheyenne HalcrowSharon Hall University CounsellorDavid Hanna Director of University CounsellingJess Hart Guidance CounsellorHolly Heibein Post-Secondary CounsellorWendy Herod Director, Student Success & Guidance CounsellorEryn Hessian University Guidance CoordinatorNorah Higgins Burnham Guidance CounsellorJessica Holwell Career & Academic AdvisorRoyal St. George's College Toronto, ONTrinity College School Port Hope, ONSt. George’s School of Montreal Montreal, QCTrinity College School Port Hope, ONAppleby College Oakville, ONHavergal College Toronto, ONGlenlyon Norfolk School Victoria, BCUrban Academy New Westminster, BCSt. Andrew's College Aurora, ONCross Lake Education Authority Cross Lake, MBBrentwood College School Mill Bay, BCUpper Canada College Toronto, ONLakefield College School Lakefiled, ONCrofton House School Vancouver, BCGreenwood College Toronto, ONStanstead College Stanstead, QCSt. Michael's College School York, ONCalgary Academy Calgary, ABifleming@rsgc.on.cadflintoff@tcs.on.cabrian.foote@stgeorges.qc.camfox@tcs.on.camfrigo@appleby.on.cajfrost@havergal.on.cahgottfried@mygns.cad.gow@urbanacademy.cateri.groves@sac.on.cacheyhalcrow@clea.mb.casharon.hall@brentwood.cadhanna@ucc.on.cajhart@lcs.on.cahheibein@croftonhouse.cawendy.herod@greenwoodcollege.orgehssian@stansteadcollege.comhiggins@smcsmail.comjholwell@calgaryacademy.com35
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSDavid Hunt Senior School CounsellorHeather Johnstone Head of Guidance DepartmentAndrew Jones University CounsellorLinda Kemp Director of Student ServicesKate Lane Academic / University CounsellorTimothy Lane University GuidanceTara Law Post-Secondary Guidance CounsellorAaron Lee University CounsellorGloria Lee University CounsellorMichelle Leiter Director, Student SuccessJen Lillie Director of GuidanceSarah MacMillan University Guidance CounsellorMelissa Maione Academic AdvisorRima Makari Guidance CounsellorMichael Maki Director of Career & University GuidanceCaroline McBrine University / Post-Secondary AdvisorJenifer McCarthy Guidance CounsellorTanya McCormick Associate Head, University CounsellingHoly Trinity School Richmond Hill, ONHavergal College Toronto, ONSt. George's School Vancouver, BCHillfield Strathallan College Hamilton, ONAshbury College Ottawa, ONCrescent School Toronto, ONStrathcona-Tweedsmuir School Foothills, ABSt. Michaels University School Victoria, BCSt. John's School Vancouver, BCGreenwood College School Toronto, ONKingsway College School Toronto, ONGlenlyon Norfolk School Victoria, BCLower Canada College Montreal, QCHoly Name of Mary College School Missassauga, ONAmbrae Academy Halifax, NSBishop’s College School Lenoxville, QCSt. Clement’s School Toronto, ONSt. Andrew's College Aurora, ONdhunt@hts.on.cahjohnstone@havergal.on.caajones@stgeorges.bc.calinda.kemp@hsc.on.cakate.lane@ashbury.catlane@crescentschool.orglawt@sts.ab.caaaron.lee@smus.caglee@stjohns.bc.camichelle.leiter@greenwoodcollege.orgjlillie@kcs.on.casmacmilan@mygns.cammaione@lcc.carmakari@hnmcs.cammaki@armbrae.ns.cacmcbrine@bishopscollegeschool.comjenifer.mccarthy@scs.on.catanya.mccormick@sac.on.ca36
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSSamantha McDonald Guidance CounsellorJessica McDonnell Guidance CounsellorKel McDowell Director of University CounsellingRuth McGhee Director of University CounsellingAnne Marie Miki Guidance CounsellorBill Mitchell Gr.11/12 Guidance & University CounsellorKim Mitchell Head of Student ServicesDarby Moreau Post-Secondary Counselling CoordinatorDonna Naufal Moffatt Director of University CounsellingCarrie Ngo Student Success CounsellorChristine O’Halloran Guidance CounsellorDoug Palm University CounsellorChris Papalia Associate Director, College CounsellorMegan Parry University CounsellorMichelle Patterson Guidance & University CounsellorBarbara Pernar Guidance CounsellorColleen Petch Guidance Counsellor Jennifer Peterman Post-Secondary Guidance CounsellorSt. Michael’s College School Toronto, ONHTS Global Online Campus Richmond Hill, ONWest Point Grey Academy Vancouver, BCSt. Michael's University School Victoria, BCHavergal College Toronto, ONRidley College St. Catherines, ONBishop Strachan School Toronto, ONThe Country Day School King City, ONAshbury College Ottawa, ONHoly Trinity School Richmond Hill, ONCrestwood Preparatory College North York, ONSt. Michael's University School Victoria, BCSt. Andrew’s College Aurora, BCSt. Michael’s University School Victoria, BCAppleby College Oakville, ONHillfield Strathallan College Hamilton, ONHillfield Strathallan College Hamilton, ONSelwyn House School Westmount, QCmcdonald@smcsmail.comjmcdonnell@htsonlinecampus.cakmcdowell@wpga.caruth.mcghee@smus.caamiki@havergal.on.cabill_mitchell@ridleycollege.comkmitchell@bss.on.cadarby.moreau@cds.on.cadonna.naufalmoffatt@ashbury.cacngo@hts.on.cachristine.ohalloran@crestwoood.on.cadoug.palm@smus.cachris.papalia@sac.on.camegan.parry@smus.campatterson@appleby.on.capernarba@hsc.on.capetchco@hsc.on.capetermanj@selwyn.ca37
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSRachel Pezim Assoc. Director of University CounsellingCheryl Phillips Academic & Future Planning AdvisorSara Purdy Guidance Counsellor & Learning StrategistKeri Reynolds Asst. University Guidance CoordinatorLindsey Robertson Post-Secondary CounsellorRick Rodrigeus Directory of University CounsellingJacqueline M. Ross Post-Secondary AdvisorAynsley Sasaki Director of School CounsellingCrystal Scott Post-Secondary Guidance CounsellorLloyd Settee Manager, Post-Secondary OfficeKevin Shaughnessy Guidance CounsellorCaitlin Shepard Post Secondary CounsellingDiva Shrestha University CounsellorSheri Simon Guidance CounsellorAparna Singhal Vice-Principal, Senior SchoolJanice Smajda Guidance and University CounsellorAndrea Stoeckl Director of University CounsellingJosh Sweeny Post-Secondary AdvisorCollingwood School West Vancouver, BCRundle Academy Calgary, ABThe Country Day School King City, ONStanstead College Stanstead, QCFraser Academy Vancouver, BCBrentwood College School Mill Bay, BCCross Lake Education Authority Cross Lake, MBKing's-Edgehill School Windsor, NSStrathcona-Tweedsmuir School Foothills, ABCross Lake Education Authority Cross Lake, MBSt. Michael's College School York, ONBrockton School North Vancouver, BCSt. George's School Vancouver, BCPickering College New Market, ONSt. Mildred’s-Lightbourn School Oakville, ONRidley College St. Catherines, ONUniversity of Toronto Schools Toronto, ONCross Lake Education Authority Cross Lake, MBrachel.pezim@collingwood.orgphillips@rundle.ab.casara.purdy@cds.on.cakreynolds@stansteadcollege.comlrobertson@fraseracademy.carick.rodrigues@brentwood.bc.cajacqueline@clea.mb.caasasaki@kes.ns.cascottc@sts.ab.calsettee@clea.mb.cashaughnessy@smcsmail.comcshepard@brocktonschool.comdshrestha@stgeorges.bc.cassimon@pickeringcollege.on.caasinghal@smls.on.cajanice_smajda@ridleycollege.coandrea.stoeckl@utschools.cajsweeny@clea.mb.ca38
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - CounsellorNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSBonnie Tam Guidance CounsellorJoyce Tang University Guidance CounsellorYvonne Testa Guidance CounsellorFrank Trentadue Post Secondary CounsellorKirsten Uhre Guidance CounsellorAlison Uys International CounsellorLeah Verdone Director of University & Careers CounsellingAnne Weldone Guidance & Academic CounsellorLori Welsh University Prep CoordinatorChristine Wessler Head of University CounsellingBrett Williams Director of Post-Secondary GuidanceRachel WiseAlison Wong Guidance CounsellorChristine Zaghikian University Guidance CounsellorDavid Zutautas Director of University CounsellingMáebh Carragher University & Academic CounsellorSt. Anne’s School Aurora, ONMulgrave School West Vancouver, BCHillfield Strathallan College Hamilton, ONSouthridge School White Rock, BCHavergal College Toronto, ONTrafalgar Castle School Whitby, ONMulgrave School West Vancouver, BCAlbert College Bellville, ONSacred Heart School of Halifax Halifax, NSSt. George's School Vancouver, BCSouthridge School Surrey, BCSt. Clement’s School Toronto, ONThis Bishop Strachan School Toronto, ONCrescent School Toronto, ONBaview Glen Independent School Toronto, ONYork House School Vancouver, BCbonnie.tam@stannes.cajtang@mulgrave.comtestayv@hsc.on.caftrentadue@southridge.bc.cakuhre@havergal.on.cauysalison@gmail.comlverdone@mulgrave.comaweldon@albertcollege.calwelsh@shsh.cacwessler@stgeorges.bc.cabwilliams@southridge.bc.carachel.wise@scs.on.caawong@bss.on.caczaghikian@crescentschool.orgdzutautas@bayviewglen.camcarragher@yorkhouse.ca 39
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - International Fair ParticipantsNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSBenjamin AmbroseAmanda AndersonCaitlind AndersonJessica AndersonIpek AydinCarly BaileyDevon BalfourFaithe BeadleKevin BergRosina BeritelaTina BoseSusan ButlerAmanda CarrollTim CheneyNazifa ChowdhurySonny CoelhoAngelica Collazo MartinezJessa CollingsPatricia CorcoranClare CoyleSamantha CrawfordJim CrawleyPaul CrimiLauren CullenThomas DayPaige DickasonMedical Doorway, UKUniversity of Miami, USACarleton University, CanadaMcMaster University, CanadaHuron University, CanadaFurman University, USABrown University Pre-College, USAUniversity of Chicago, USAUniversity of Tennessee, Knoxville, USAJohns Hopkins University, USAPathways Career Partners, CanadaEducation in IrelandThe American Unviersity of Paris, FranceMorehead-Cain Foundation, USAColumbia University Pre-College Programs, USA OzTREKK, AustraliaElon University, USADurham University, UKLes Roches / GlionQueen’s University Belfast, IrelandRoyal Holloway, University of London, UKHope College, USAStony Brook University, USASaint Mary’s University, CanadaNewcastle University, UKUniversity of Leeds, UKben@medicaldoorway.coma.anderson@miami.eduguidance@carleton.caanderj14@mcmaster.caipek.aydin@huron.uwo.caCarly.bailey@furman.edudevon_balfour@brown.edufbeadle@uchicago.edukberg1@utk.edurosina.beritela@jhu.eduInfo@pathwayscareerpartners.comeducationinirelandcanada@enterprise-ireland.comacarroll@aup.edutim@moreheadcain.orgnc2957@columbia.edusonny@oztrekk.comacollazo2@elon.edujessica.a.collings@durham.ac.ukpatricia.corcoran@sommet-education.comclare.coyle@qub.ac.uksamantha.crawford@rhul.ac.ukcrawley@hope.edupaul.crimi@stonybrook.edulauren.cullen@smu.cathomas.day@ncl.ac.ukP.A.Dickason@leeds.ac.uk40
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - International Fair ParticipantsNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSMichelle DittmerAnthony DoddsNathalie DugoCatherine EamesJamie Lee EiseleCan ErdogmusMonica EsserChona EvansJames FarrenAmber FeatherstoneBrandy FransenKathryn FredericksRachel GalloMary Anne GarciaDeep GillJess GillSam GomezKate HallidayLiz Hamlin-VolzTracey HidalgoBinh HuynhKelsey JacksonMatt JonahAbha KaulSujee KulendranCanadian Gap Year Association, CanadaUniversity of British Columbia, CanadaUniversity of Alberta, CanadaImperial College London, UKUniversity at Buffalo The State University of New York, USABowling Green State University, USAFordham Universtiy, USAUniversity of Connecticut (UConn), USAThe University of Hertfordshire, UKMinerva University, USARollins College, USASUNY Genesee, USAMilwaukee School of Engineering, USAOCAD University, CanadaUni-UK, UKUniversity of the Arts London, UKCalvin University, USAConcordia University, CanadaUniversity of Vermont, USABowling Green State University, USAThe Ohio State Universtiy, USAVictoria University of Wellington New ZealandMount Allison University, CanadaPathways Career Partners, CanadaCollegeTrackr Canada, Canadamichelle@cangap.caanthony.dodds@ubc.cadugo@ualberta.cac.eames@imperial.ac.ukjlm84@buffalo.eduacerdog@bgsu.eduesser@fordham.edushona.evans@uconn.eduj.farren@herts.ac.ukamberfeatherstone@minerva.edubfransen@rollins.edukefredericks@genesee.edugallor@msoe.edumgarcia@ocadu.cadeep@uni-uk.comjess@ualcanada.casjg25@calvin.edukate.halliday@concordia.caelizabeth.hamlin@uvm.eduissrecruit@bgsu.eduhuynh.247@osu.edukelsey.jackson@vuw.ac.nzmjonah@mta.caInfo@pathwayscareerpartners.comsujee@collegetrackr.com41
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - International Fair ParticipantsNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSNathan LambJohn LeeRachel LiuAmanda LunbergJenn LutzAndrea MaldonadoVeronica MarinezGabriela MendezStacie MerrittAshley MonaghanEmily MontanyeJennifer MooreAnnabelle MorganMark MuenzerLauren NagokaLaurel NataleLani NugentHallie NygrenClaire O’ConnorLoretta OntkoJesse OshanekAwele Oye-OnwukaMia ParkDaniel PawlowskiMarina PetrenkoJim PiersonUniversity of Cambridge, UKCaltech, USAEducationUSA, USAUniversity of Roehampton London, UKCesar Ritz Colleges Switzerland Swiss Hotel Management SchoolNSLC, USALoyola Marymount University, USAMiddlesex University London, UKKing’s University College, CanadaUniversity of Auckland, New ZealandCalifornia State University Long Beach, USAEducation in IrelandBishop’s University, CanadaRochester Institute of Technology, USAAtlantic Bridge Program, IrelandBrock University, CanadaAtlantic Bridge Program, IrelandOxbridge Academic Programs, UKRCSI, IrelandIE University, SpainUniversity of Victoria, CanadaSt. Francis Xavier University, CanadaMassachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, USAUniversity of Niagara Falls CanadaMedical Doorway, UKUniversity College Dublin, Irelandnathan.lamb@admin.cam.ac.ukjohnlee@caltech.edurliu@fulbright.caamanda.lunberg@roehampton.ac.ukjlutz@swisseducation.comandrea.maldonado@nslcleaders.orgveronica.marinez@lmu.edug.mendezmadera@mdx.ac.ukstacie.merritt@kings.uwo.caashley.monaghan@auckland.ac.nzemily.montanye@csulb.edujennifer.moore@enterprise-ireland.comamorgan@ubishops.camxmadm@rit.edulauren.nagaoka@atlanticbridge.comlnatale@brocku.caalaina.nugent@atlanticbridge.comhallie.nygren@oxbridgeprograms.comclairepoconnor@rcsi.comcanada.uni@ie.edujoshanek@uvic.caaoyeonwu@stfx.caMia.Park@mcphs.edudaniel.pawlowski@unfc.camarina@medicaldoorway.comjim.pierson@ucd.ie42
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - International Fair ParticipantsNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSBill PrescottMichelle PrinceSuha RabahNatasha Racco-TangRoger RagoonathBradford RandelLewis RatcliffJohn ReidMonique RobertJaime RobitailleLizzie SackEmma SchwartzPhil ScurrahDeidre SheridanKayleigh ShieldAlex Sirota (Alumni Rep)Mikaela SpencerWeihong SunChris TaylorBenjamin TollDylan TrammellJo TurnerCecilia VelascoLok Ying Vivian WangYujian WangWashington University in St. Louis, USASyracuse University, USAUniversity of Denver, USABond University AustraliaOntario Tech University, CanadaThe University of Tampa, USALoughborough UniversityOnDeck Marketing, CanadaBoston University, USABabson College, USANew York Film Academy, USAJames Cook University, AustraliaUniversity of the Arts London, UKUniversity of Galway, IrelandUniversity of King’s College, CanadaUniversity of Michigan - Ann Arbor, USAUniversity of EdinburghUniversity of Detroit Mercy, USADenison University, USAGeorge Washington University, USAIndiana Institute of Technology, USAUCL, UKLes Roches / Gilon, SwitzerlandTemple University, USAPurdue University, USAwprescott@wustl.edumiprince@syr.edusuha.rabah@du.edunracco@bond.edu.auroger.ragoonath@ontariotechu.cabrandel@ut.eduL.Ratcliff@lboro.ac.ukhello@ondeckmktg.comnique06@bu.edujrobitaille@babson.edulizzie.sack@nyfa.eduemma.schwartz1@jcu.edu.aujess@ualcanada.caDsheridan@universityofgalway.iekayleigh.shield@ukings.cacgould@umich.edumikaela.spencer@ed.ac.uksunwe@udmercy.edutaylorcj@denison.edubtoll@gwu.eduDETrammell@indianatech.edujo.turner@ucl.ac.ukCecilia.velasco@ec.sommet-education.comvivian.wang1@temple.eduwang4684@purdue.edu43
CISC National Conference CISC’25National Conference Attendees - International Fair ParticipantsNAME INSTITUTION EMAIL ADDRESSAnita WeissHannah ZwolenskyWilliam LeitchAnnie NelsonColumbia University Pre-College ProgramsMichigan State University, USAUniversity of St. Andrews, UKNew York University, USAaw3303@columbia.eduzwolens2@msu.eduwilliam.leitch@st-andrews.ac.ukannie.nelson@nyu.edu
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