ISE Ambassadors
As an incoming international student, you probably have lots of questions to ask, either academically, or more generally about your time at U of T.
What is better than getting feedback from a current U of T student?
The International Student Experience (ISE) Ambassador program connects you with current students.
Program Eligibility
The program is currently available to new international students registered in the following faculties:
- Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education (KPE)
- Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design
- Faculty of Music
If your faculty is not listed, our ISE Ambassadors won’t be able to answer your faculty-specific questions but they can definitely share their experiences of being a U of T student.
How to connect with ISE Ambassadors
You can connect with an ISE Ambassador in three different ways:
You can also log in to CLNx to schedule a one-on-one video chat. If you’re having trouble booking a video chat, please email ise.cie@utoronto.ca.
And don’t forget that there are lots of other resources available for international students prior to your arrival, or once in Toronto.
International Student Experience Ambassadors
Amandeep
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best thing about this program: The program design tries to ensure a smooth transition into life at UofT and Toronto for incoming international students. It provides an excellent opportunity to interact with other students from various departments and countries and benefit from shared insights and experiences.
Status: Graduate
Program of study: Master of Global Affairs
Year of study: 2nd
Interests: Travelling, photography, and debating
Preferred pronouns: He/Him
elvin
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best thing about this program: It gives me the opportunity to use my own experiences as an international student to help other international students easily transition into university life and life in Canada.
Status: Undergraduate
Program of Study: Architecture
Year of Study: 4th
Interests: Drawing, travelling, and cooking
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers
dogukan
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program:
Status: Undergraduate
Program of Study:
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Ruka
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best thing about this program: From my own experience as an international student, I understand that being a part of a community and having resources where we can ask questions and receive support from is an important piece of transitioning to a different culture, society, and academic space. I am excited to be working with the ISE Ambassador team to support your journey at U of T and I look forward to connecting with many of you!
Status: Graduate
Program of study: Master of Social Work
Year of study: 2nd
Interests:
- Yoga & mindfulness practices
- Taking walks & running
- Listening to podcasts
- Art
Preferred pronouns: She/her/hers
Shreya
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing About This Program:
The ISE Ambassador program has allowed me to utilize my experiences as an international student to help others who find themselves similarly confused and lost as I once was. I am excited to answer your questions and can’t wait to interact with you all!
Status: undergraduate
Program of Study: Peace, Conflict & Justice and International Relations
Year of Study: 4th
Interest(s): Painting, baking, reading, writing, and hiking!
Preferred Pronoun:s She/her/hers
Zhi (Whitney)
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best Thing about this program: The ISE Ambassador program provides wonderful opportunities to benefit incoming international students. As ISE Ambassadors, we can help students in various ways such as providing mentorship and acting as a resource for students. I would love to help others and contribute to our communities with my expertise and experience.
Status: Undergraduate
Program of Study: Engineering Science
Year of Study: 3rd
Interests: Helping others, learning new skills, travelling, reading, doing sports, artificial intelligence, and robotics
Preferred Pronouns: She/her/hers
Tiffany
Role: ISE Ambassador
Best thing about this program:
This program allows me to share my experience and contribute to helping incoming international students navigate their transition into a new country and community. Taking advantage of the wealth of knowledge that we share individually; this program creates a supportive peer relationship that enriches the University experience.
Status: Undergraduate
Program of study: Women and Gender Studies, and African Studies
Year of study: 3rd Year
Interests: I enjoy reading books, yoga, cooking or eating out, and going on walks
Preferred pronouns: She/Her/Hers