President
Khanisha Singaravadivel
Khanisha is entering her final year, doing a specialist in Chemistry. In her free time, she enjoys reading, doing puzzles and blasting music :) As the president, she hopes to bridge the gap between students and faculty as well as provide a welcoming environment to all students in DPES through fun and informative events and initiatives. She loves getting to know people and connecting with students,
so feel free to reach out at president@myeps.ca
VP Academics
Aasthaa Sawarkar
Hello everyone! My name is Aasthaa Sawarkar I’m currently a 3rd year student doing a major in environmental sciences and a double minor in applied climatology and biology. I started off my EPSA journey as a first year rep and honored to have been part of such a lovely community for 3 years and being VP Academics this year! I have met so many wonderful people and I am forever grateful. Outside of EPSA I love cooking and dancing, I dance with the Bollywood dance team known as UofT Jhalak so come watch us perform! I’m also a food enthusiast and on a mission to explore all the vegan food spots in Toronto! I vlog them too check it out on Instagram @planted_diaries!
VP marketing
Patricia Lumanto
Patricia is in her final year (and very excited to graduate yay!). She is specializing in medicinal and biological chemistry, and minoring in biology and applied climatology. In her free time, she enjoys going on night outs, trying new food, and also doing competitive cheerleading. A little fun fact about Patricia is that she hates going by her full name, unless it’s a professional setting, please call her Patt.
This year she will be the Vice President of Marketing and Communications in EPSA, and she’s very excited to meet and work with everyone. As VP Marketing and Comms, she hopes to help enrich students’ university experiences through events and academic support, and create an environment where students can grow together.
Feel free to reach out at vpmarketingcomm@myepsa.ca
VP Operations
CATHERINE (MOGYI) KIRSCHNER
Mogyi is a third-year student doing a double major in Biochemistry and Immunology. In their free time they enjoy reading Stephen King books, visual arts, cleaning up garbage in the community and bike ride. As the VP of Operations this year, Mogyi is excited to plan and execute fun events as well as keep things organized!
Feel free to contact Mogyi at vpoperations@myepsa.ca
VP Finance
Jawaad khan
Jawaad is in his third year of studies specializing in Global Environmental Change. In his spare time, he loves to stay active and healthy by running, working out, and trying new foods. This year, he hopes to continue overseeing the management of EPSA’s financial resources in order to ensure we can keep providing new and exciting events for all students.
Feel free to reach out to Jawaad at vpfinance@myepsa.ca
Chemistry Director
Fareeha Alnoor
Fareeha is a double major in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Immunology and Disease. In her free time, she likes to go on long walks in nature, read and watch sitcoms! As the Chemistry/Biochemistry Director, she hopes to help chemistry students feel more connected with their faculty as well as gain the support they need in both their academic and career goals from EPSA.
Reach out at chemistry@myepsa.ca
Physics Director
Aishani CHAUDHURI
Aishani is a second year student specialising in Physics and Astrophysics, and she is so excited to be your Physics Director for the upcoming year! She hopes to see the Physics community at UTSC knit closer together and flourish, through EPSA events aimed to bring students together and encourage the sharing of ideas. When not otherwise occupied, Aishani loves a good book, or poem, or movie, or show, and she can and will talk for hours about her favourites if given the opportunity! (Any recommendations?)
Feel free to reach Aishani at physics@myepsa.ca
Environmental Studies Director
Sachi yamasaki
Sachi (she/they) is a second-year student majoring in Environmental Studies and Geography. In her free time, she loves hiking, traveling, learning about different cultures, and listening to true crime podcasts. As the Environmental Studies Director, they hope to be a voice for students and help them access resources beneficial for their academic or career goals.
Feel free to contact Sachi at envirostudies@myepsa.ca
Environmental Science DirectoR
Shreya Sarma
I am a fourth year Environmental Chemistry Specialist, and this year I’m glad to join EPSA as the Director of Environmental Sciences. I would want other DPES students to know that everyone’s journey is different, and that university is not a race. For example, I switched programs after my second year and had to take B-level courses in my third year. Sometimes I would feel like I’m behind, but remember that it takes two steps back to take one big leap forward! My goal as an EPSA executive is to provide the guidance and support DPES students would need during those confusing times.
Sometimes, I like to pretend I attend Midtown Science High School with Peter Parker, but I think DPES is a close second. If I’m not drawing out reaction mechanisms on my iPad, I’m probably stuck in dance rehearsals, reading, or rewatching my comfort anime shows. And if I’m back home in Vancouver, BC, best believe my phone will be on Do Not Disturb while I will be on a hike.
Feel free to contact Shreya at envirosci@myepsa.ca
Geoscience Director
peter naus
Peter is a 3rd year student studying Environmental Science and Public Policy pursuing a Professional Geoscientists Ontario (PGO) geoscientist designation. Peter’s favourite Canadian geoscientists are Tuzo Wilson, Ted Irving and Nick Eyles. Peter’s favourite mineral is calcite and my favourite geologic period to study is the carboniferous. Peter’s favourite hobby is making sourdough pizza from scratch. Peter enjoys playing hockey, watching NFL football (Go Chargers!) learning about financial markets and reading philosophy.
Feel free to contact Peter at geosci@myepsa.ca
Graphic Designer
Santara Khalil
Santara is in her last year doing a double major in Biochemistry and Human Biology. During her leisure time, she loves to travel and explore new places, hit the gym, dance at fun events, try various cuisines, and hang out with her friends and family!
As a graphic designer, she aspires to create engaging content to promote EPSA’s activities, unite students, and manifest EPSA’s goals to the U of T community.
She is excited to meet everyone, so feel free to reach out to Santara at designer@myepsa.ca!
Graphic Designer
BUMI Naraputri
Meet Nara, the graphic designer, and the creative force joining EPSA this year! She is a second-year student in Molecular Biology and Environmental Science. she’s on a mission to make EPSA’s vision come alive through vibrant, unforgettable designs. When she’s not on her laptop all day, she’s out exploring the best cafes and bakeries in town 🥐
With a matcha latte in her hand, she is ready to make EPSA’s visuals as smooth and memorable as her go-to drink!
If you have cafe recommendations, or you want to say hi, feel free to reach out to Nara at designer2@myepsa.ca
Social Media Manager
Dana Abughaduma
Dana is currently double majoring in human biology and molecular biology, with a minor in French. Her favourite sports are Ultimate frisbee and badminton, and in her free time she likes reading fiction and comedy/action movies (plz give some recs!). Please don’t hesitate to reach out, she is willing to talk to anyone about anything!!
Feel free to contact Dana at socialmedia@myepsa.ca
Webmaster
VIDHI GANDHI
Vidhi is a second-year specializing in physics and astrophysics. As the webmaster of EPSA, she wants to make the opportunities more accessible to the students. She hopes to make the website a helpful resource for students to stay up-to-date with EPSA’s activities and services. She is a bona fide night owl and is usually the first to respond to messages sent through the contact form on the website. Feedbacks are always welcomed!
Vidhi loves playing her guitar and performs in university events with her band called NotABand. She also plays basketball for the university team and loves exploring new places.
Feel free to reach out to Vidhi at webmaster@myepsa.ca
Videographer
AANYA SHARMA
Events Coordinator
Kimberly Chai
I am in my last year of majoring in Environmental Science. In my free time I enjoy watching movies and trying out new food places.
Feel free to contact Kimberly at eventscoordinator1@myepsa.ca
EVENTS COORDIBATOR
TAYLOR REEVES
Taylor is a second year student who is looking to specialize in Physics and Astrophysics. Taylor is an AuDHD (autism and ADHD) queer student, and they have done a ton of work in public service. They are looking forward to serving their time with EPSA, and with the University!
Events Coordinator
Mehreen Maleeha
Mehreen is a third-year student pursuing a double major in Biochemistry and Molecular biology, immunology and disease. In her spare time, she enjoys going on long walks, journaling, and explore new TV shows (pls send any recommendations! ). As an Event Coordinator for EPSA this year, she hopes to engage students in various events and help them feel comfortable and secure in their university life! She is looking forward to collaborating with her amazing fellow team members at EPSA.
Feel free to reach out to Mehreen at eventscoordinator3@myepsa.ca
Outreach Coordinator
Vicky Kim
I am a second year student specializing in medicinal chemistry and biochemistry and minoring in applied statistics. During my spare time, I love to play basketball, go on walks, and read! As the outreach coordinator, I am excited to communicate with members and ensure external contacts are run smoothly.
Feel free to reach out to me at outreach@myepsa.ca
Finance Manager
Rachel ye
Rachel is a third year student double majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Immunology and Disease. Currently, she is completing a co-op work term at the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks as an Engineering Assistant. Rachel loves listening to R&B music and exploring the city in her free time. As the Finance Manager, Rachel hopes to contribute to memorable events through directing EPSA’s budgets behind the scenes.
Feel free to reach out to Rachel at financialmanager1@myepsa.ca
cONTENT cREATOR
Kaaviya Kanagalingam
Kaaviya is a second year student double majoring in Biochemistry and molecular biology! In her free time she loves watching movies and exploring the city to find the most aesthetic restaurants or cafes!
Feel free to reach out to her at contentcreator@myepsa.ca
FIRST YEAR representative
elina shakouri
Elina is currently in the Health Sciences and Psychology program. She loves cooking and reading novels. She looks forward to seeing you all is the EPSA office!
Feel free to reach out to her at firstyearrep1@myepsa.ca
FIRST YEAR representative
tianyue Liu
Tianyue is a first-year student specializing in chemistry. Tianyue sometimes wishes there existed an emulsifier that worked between her brain and the chemistry textbook. If only you could combine the two… but then she remembers one is worth a lot and the other is her brain (and no, it’s not qualified for the black market, she’s checked). If she’s not in her room, you’ll find her eventually; she doesn’t leave campus.
You can reach her at firstyearrep2@myepsa.ca
FIRST YEAR representative
MATHUMAI Patkunaranjan
Mathumai is a first year student at UTSC hoping to double major in Biochemistry and Human Biology. she loves listening to music, talking to her friends, and watching movies. She is super excited to be a part of EPSA!
Feel free to reach out to her at firstyearrep3@myepsa.ca
