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International Student Leaders
Our International Student Leaders (ISLs) are upper-year students who can give you a student's perspective an insight into life at Laurier. Every summer, the ISLs connect with incoming international students to:
- Welcome you to Laurier.
- Answer your questions.
- Provide you with more information about being a Golden Hawk.
Throughout the school year, ISLs plan events, host student gatherings and help engage you with all that Laurier has to offer.
ISLs are a great resource if you have questions about the student experience or if you are looking for ways to get involved on campus.
Meet this year's Undergraduate and Graduate ISLs.
Become an ISL
We are always looking for students to join our ISL team. The job posting for ISLs in Waterloo and Brantford opens each year in February. Upper-year international and domestic students from all programs are welcome to apply on your campus of study.
This is a one-year position that begins each year in May. We will provide training webinars over the summer. To be an ISL for more than one year, you will need to reapply each year.
Pronouns: She/Her
Campus: Brantford
Program: 4th-year, Criminology
Hobbies: Dancing, photography, reading novels and having good conversations.
Favourite thing about Laurier: My favourite thing about Laurier is the community - the people, the constant flow of events that make it easy to connect, the cozy study spots around campus, and having the YMCA right there.
Pronouns: He/Him
Campus: Waterloo
Program: 4th year, BA Mathematics
Hobbies: Love running outdoors, learning new languages and going to concerts!
Favourite thing about Laurier: I love how welcoming our community is. We are always supportive in many ways like in academic, community building, and networking! It makes my university life so enjoyable because of the positive and friendly environment I found.
Pronouns: He/Him
Campus: Waterloo
Program: 4th year, Health Sciences
Hobbies: I read books, write poems and watch movies
Favourite thing about Laurier: Laurier is where ambition thrives on caffeine and you grow through research, leadership, and late-night grind. It’s where you unexpectedly become your best version of yourself — with group chats, Google Docs, and geese.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Waterloo
Program: 4th year, Psychology
Hobbies: Yoga, exploring new cafes, and reading.
Favourite thing about Laurier: The welcoming and inclusive community, there's always a friendly face around and so many opportunities to connect with people from all over the world!
Pronouns: He/him
Campus: Waterloo
Program: 4th year, BBA
Hobbies: Cricket, soccer, and travelling
Favourite thing about Laurier: The tight-knit diverse community that is very welcoming to everyone.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Waterloo
Program: 3rd year Computer Science
Hobbies: Cooking, working out, creating social media content, and traveling
Favourite thing about Laurier: The inclusive and diverse community, where students can connect, grow, and feel a true sense of belonging. It is more than just a place to study. Laurier offers opportunities to learn through experiences and challenges that help shape personal growth and build confidence.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Waterloo
Program: 3rd year in the BBA and Computer Science Double Degree
Hobbies: Exploring new foods and playing sports
Favourite thing about Laurier: I've received so much kindness and encouragement from the Laurier community, which truly makes it feel like home.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Waterloo
Program: Master in Business Administration
Hobbies: Exploring culturally diverse food, discovering helpful campus resources, reading self-help and spiritual books, outreach and volunteer work, learning winter sports with my two kids.
Favourite thing about Laurier: My favorite thing about Laurier is learning from top-notch professors and building the kind of professional relationships that genuinely shape your journey. I also love the vibrant networking culture through career events, International Student program activities, academic group projects; and the surprisingly perfect quiet study spot (Graduate Study Space) on L4 in Lazaridis Hall, which has become my go‑to campus hideaway.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Brantford
Program: Master of Applied Computing
Hobbies: Gym, bowling, exploring new spots and lowkey obsessed with tech.
Favourite thing about Laurier: Honestly, the vibe here just hits different. Everyone’s so genuinely warm like even a small smile or a quick wave from someone you barely know can make your day. It’s the kind of place where you find your people without even trying and just feel comfortable being your real self. It really does feel like home 🫶
Pronouns: He/him
Campus: Waterloo
Program: Masters of Arts in Business Economics
Hobbies: Outside of the classroom, I'm usually out logging miles, training for my next marathon, on the tennis court, or in the gym. I'm always up for a new experience and believe the best way to grow is to keep stepping outside your comfort zone.
Favourite thing about Laurier: My favourite thing about Laurier is the close-knit student community; there's a real sense of connection here that makes the experience feel less like just a school and more like a place you actually belong.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Brantford
Program: Master of User Experience Design
Hobbies: Badminton, table tennis, frisbee, yoga, go game
Favourite thing about Laurier: Making friends on the Brantford campus comes naturally. People here love to share, love to help, and you never really feel like a stranger. It's the kind of place where you truly feel like you are meant to be here.
Pronouns: She/her
Campus: Waterloo
Program: Master of Applied Computing (Thesis)
Hobbies: Reading, badminton, Bhangra
Favourite thing about Laurier: Honestly, Everything! The professors and students are all incredibly supportive and approachable. Laurier offers so many opportunities and resources right on campus. I also really appreciate how the research environment here is constantly evolving, which creates exciting opportunities to learn and grow. Most importantly, the community here is amazing. If you reach out and stay open, you’ll eventually find your people and grow into the experience.