Internal Portfolio

 

Focus on tying together the different parts of business student life to create an engaged community, where every student feels empowered.

Joshua Mercer -

VP Internal

3rd Year Business Economics and Law

Drink Order: Black Coffee from Keurig in Carruthers Student Commons

Study Spot: 5th floor of Rutherford North

Favourite Course = FIN 201 (Introduction to Finance)

Fun Fact: I am an elite chess player

Advice for First Years:

“Try to be on campus as much as you can tolerate - attend events, chat with your friends, study. This typically lends itself to more positive habits and less distractions.”

 

Dasmesh Singh Puri

Student Wellness Director

3rd Year Accounting

Drink Order: Mango Dragonfruit Refresher Lemonade from Starbucks

Study Spot: Carruthers Student Commons

Favourite Course = ACCTG 211 (Introduction to Accounting for Financial Performance)

Fun Fact: I was born in Dubai and so can proudly say I have lived through both temperature extremities, -50°C ❄️ and +50°C ☀️

Advice for First Years:

“Get involved early—join clubs, attend networking events, and take part in case competitions. These experiences not only build your resume but also help you connect with peers, profs, and industry professionals. It’s never too soon to start building your network!”

 
 

Namitha Panjikaran

Student Wellness Director

3rd Year Accounting

Drink Order: Tea and Coffee Company in HUB

Study Spot: 2nd floor of Carruthers Student Commons

Favourite Course = PHIL 125 (Practical Logic)

Fun Fact: My favourite sport is badminton and I've been playing it since I was in elementary school 

Advice for First Years:

“Get involved in business clubs and go to networking events! It's a great way to make friends and learn about your field of interest.”


 

Melissa Cyriac

International Advocacy Director

3rd Year Accounting

Drink Order: Hot Chocolate from Remedy

Study Spot: Sperber Health Sciences Library

Favourite Course = HIST 323 (The Middle East in the Making: 1300-1920)

Fun Fact: I *lowkey* love the smell of gasoline

Advice for First Years:

“Join as many clubs as possible and don’t be afraid to say hi to the person sitting next to you in class.”

 

Prudence Brittany Amarissa

Cohort Director

3rd Year Marketing

Drink Location: Iced Matcha Latte with Oat Milk

Study Spot: Rutherford North (near the windows because squirrels (and procrastination) are cute)

Favourite Course = ENGL 102 (Introduction to Critical Analysis) (take it with Professor Erina Harris, she's so cool)

Fun Fact: I love cows but sadly and unfortunately, I love beef as well :(

Advice for First Years:

“Don't be afraid to ask for help, be it from TAs or professors about internships, clubs/organizations, or anything else. People love to help :) oh, and make sure to lock your doors if you ever live in HUB :')”

 

Louinella Sama

Seminar Director

3rd Year Accounting

Drink Order: Iced Capp (I’m ver basic)

Study Spot: 8th floor of Dice

Favourite Course = ACCTG 211 (Introduction to Accounting for Financial Performance)

Fun Fact: I’m a twin but I came out FIRST so I am basically my twins older sister (girl math)

Advice for First Years:

“Follow club Instagram accounts! If you're eager to get more involved but don't know where to start, clubs frequently post updates and share other clubs' posts about new and upcoming opportunities!”

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