2023/2024 TEAM
THE EXECUTIVES
Jemimah Ong
Hello iSci! I’m Jem, your iSci Society President for the 2023/24 academic year. I oversee the organization and handle the day-to-day tasks. I also ensure that we fulfill the MSS and MSU requirements and follow the appropriate guidelines. Other responsibilities include representing iSci at appropriate meetings and fostering a sense of community between iSci Society executives and general members. Feel free to reach out if you have any society- or program-related questions, concerns, or comments!
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FUN FACT:
(She/Her)
Contact:
ongj13@mcmaster.ca
PRESIDENT
Bronwen Elkins
VP INTERNAL
Hi everyone! I'm Bronwen and I am your VP Internal for this year. I am in my third year of iSci, concentrating in chemical biology. My role on iSci Society is to maintain both internal and external communication. I also oversee the re-ratification of the society and ensure all iSci Society events are approved by SIS. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
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FUN FACT: I was placed on Team Canada for tap dance!
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Contact:
elkinsb@mcmaster.ca
Vikram Arora
Hi everyone! My name is Vikram and I’m your VP Academic for the 2023-2024 academic year. I’m in my third year of iSci and am concentrating in Biology. As the VP Academic, I lead the iSci Curriculum Committee, organize the Peer Mentoring Network, and host other academic-related events throughout the year. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!
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FUN FACT: I have two leopard geckos!
VP ACADEMIC
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Contact:
arorav10@mcmaster.ca
Gabriela Masri
VP SOCIAL
Hello iSci! My name is Gaby and I am the current VP Social for the 2023-2024 school year. I will be going into my second year of iSci and I will be concentrating in Medical and Biological Physics. My role is to ensure that social events are running in all years of the program like Coffeehouse. Just overall make sure that everyone in iSci is able to meet new people and make new friends through the events. Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns!
FUN FACT: I was born in Venezuela!
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Contact:
masriahg@mcmaster.ca
Aunika Venables
Hello! My name is Aunika, and I am the VP External for the 2023-2024 school year! I am in my fourth year of iSci and am Concentrating in Biology. As the VP External, I manage iStrive, organize volunteer and other extracurricular activities as well as help with charity partnerships.
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FUN FACT: I broke my leg tobogganing when I was four!
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Contact:
veneablea@mcmaster.ca
VP EXTERNAL
Lauren Creasy
VP FINANCE
Hello everyone! I’m Lauren and I am this year’s VP Finance! I’m in my third year of iSci in the PNB concentration. As VP Finance I am responsible for all monetary matters within the society; from creating a budget to support the events and needs of other executives to tracking expenses and handling reimbursements. Reach out to me with any financial questions or concerns!
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FUN FACT: I was a Legislative Page in 7th grade!
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Contact:
creasl1@mcmaster.ca
Russell Beltran
Hey iSci! My name is Russell and I am your VP Communications for this academic year! I am a second year concentrating in biology! My role is to maintain transparent communication between cohorts, while developing an interactive, online environment. I am also responsible for organizing the yearbook! If you have any questions, please reach out!
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FUN FACT: My lucky number is 22!