Meet the EGSA Elected Executive

The EGSA is pleased to introduce the elected executive representatives serving the College of Education graduate student community for the 2026–27 academic year:

• President: Maya Ravan
• Vice President Academic: Parisa Rezaei
• Vice President Treasurer: Daniela Sampaio
• Secretary: Maria de los Milagros Langhi
• Social Representative: Saaya Kozeni
• Members-at-Large: Haihong Su, Katryne Dubeau, Kiegan Lloyd, and Raj Boora

Thank you to all graduate students who took the time to participate in the EGSA election. The 2026–27 executive looks forward to connecting with graduate students throughout the academic year.

Meet the Candidates! 

President (Maya Ravan)

Maya is an international PhD Candidate in Education (Cross-Departmental) who believes leadership means creating a genuine sense of belonging so that all graduate students (international and domestic) feel welcomed, represented, heard, and connected. 

Vice President Academic (Parisa Rezaei)

Parisa is an international PhD Candidate in Education (Cross-Departmental) who believes student representation should not end when a concern is heard. It should include clear communication, meaningful follow-up, and support in finding the right path forward.

Vice President Treasurer (Daniela Sampaio)

Daniela (Dani) is an international PhD student in Educational Administration and has previously served as EGSA Secretary. Dani hopes to strengthen academic relationships and engage in fun learning experiences for grad students - all initiatives crafted by students for students.

Secretary (Maria de los Milagros Langhi)

Maria de los Milagros is an international MEd student in Educational Technology and Design (ETAD) and is excited about the opportunity to contribute to the EGSA record keeping and strengthening the graduate community by encouraging valuable, formative, and informative interactions among its members. 

Social Representative (Saaya Kozeni)

Saaya is an international MEd student in Educational Administration and passionate about creating spaces where people can meaningfully connect. She is excited to cultivate a sustainable, year-round community where graduate students build lasting, supportive relationships.

Member-at-large (Kiegan Lloyd)

Kiegan is a PhD Student in Education (Cross-Departmental) and believes strong graduate communities are built through small acts of care, good communication, inclusive programming, and the occasional strategically placed snack.

Member-at-large (Katryne Dubeau)

Katryne is a PhD Candidate in Education (Cross-Departmental) and has more than a decade of teaching experience and ongoing work in curriculum development and professional learning. She cares deeply about advocacy and ensuring graduate students feel supported both academically and personally. 

Member-at-large (Raj Boora)

Raj is a PhD Student in Education (Cross-Departmental) and hopes to contribute a grounded, remote-student-forward perspective to the EGSA executive team. He is committed to ensuring that remote and part-time students feel genuinely represented and connected, not just listed.

Member-at-large (Haihong Su)

Haihong is an international MEd student in Educational Administration and looks forward to advocating for student-centred academic policies and support initiatives that enhance graduate students’ academic experience and wellbeing. She will work to ensure that every student feels heard, respected, and well supported throughout their studies.