I’m a current doctoral student in the Department of Educational Foundations with a strong passion for graduate student advocacy, academic excellence, and inclusive policy development. With hands-on experience in graduate governance and a deep commitment to student wellbeing, I’m thrilled to serve as your Academic and Student Affairs Representative on the Education Graduate Students’ Association (EGSA) for the 2025–2026 academic year.

My goal in this role is simple but ambitious: to build stronger connections between graduate students and faculty, and to be a vocal, reliable advocate for your academic and personal success. I bring to this position a track record of leadership and engagement across campus. I’ve served on several University of Saskatchewan Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) committees—including Ethics & Discipline, Bursary, Budget & Finance, and Awards—and represented graduate students on the Faculty of Arts and Science Council. I’ve also contributed to hiring panels and academic policy subcommittees, gaining valuable insight into how institutional decisions are made and how students can play a meaningful role in shaping them.

These experiences have given me firsthand knowledge of academic policy development, the appeals process, and graduate funding adjudication—as well as a deep appreciation for fair, transparent, and student-centered governance. I understand how challenging it can be to navigate the ins and outs of graduate studies, from program structure and supervision to registration, teaching assistantships, and mental health support.

As your representative, I’m here to make those challenges less daunting. I will continue to champion policies that support academic excellence, mental wellness, equitable access to resources, and meaningful teaching and learning opportunities. Whether you're facing questions about your program, need support navigating a tough situation, or just want your voice heard—I’m here to listen and take action.

Let’s make this a year where graduate students are not just supported—but truly empowered.

As Social Representative, my goal is to help create opportunities for graduate students to meet, interact, and support each other both academically and socially. I believe that a strong community can make our graduate experience much more fulfilling, and I am eager to organize events and activities that bring us together—whether that means casual coffee chats, cultural exchanges, or fun social gatherings.

I am passionate about fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment where every student feels valued and involved. Please feel free to reach out if you have suggestions for social events or would simply like to connect. I look forward to meeting many of you in person and working together to make this academic year engaging and memorable!

I am Sabrina Fanwei Yang from China. I am a master's student in Educational Administration. I bring several years of HR experience, as well as about 4 years of experience operating a personal studio. This background will help me to manage our association's finances effectively and support our shared goals.

'The brave are the first to embrace the world.' I believe that boundless courage will inspire me to excel in this role.

My name is Shaimaa Mohammed Khodiry Abdelgalil, and I am currently a course-based M.Ed. student in Educational Administration. I hold both a B.A. and an M.A. in Education from my home country and have completed certifications including ECE Level 2 (Saskatchewan), CELTA (Cambridge English), and several professional development courses in teaching, leadership, and inclusive education. With over 20 years of teaching experience, I am passionate about equity, student-centered learning, and supporting diverse communities.

What I’m excited to bring to EGSA this year: 

• Support for international and newcomer students (orientation resources, peer buddying, and community connections)
• Events that build belonging (study circles, skill-shares, and family-friendly activities where appropriate)