Philandra G.

Program: 4th year Biology Major, Psychology Major and Education Studies Minor 

Hometown: St. Mary, Jamaica and Brampton, Ontario 

Why UTM? I chose UTM because it was close to home, as well as its focus on research in psychology.

What are you involved in on campus?

• RGASC- Facilitated Study Group (FSG), Facilitator 
• UTM Office of the Registrar - Peer Leader Summer 2025 

I am a pro on this UTM topic: POSt

A course you succeeded at/most interesting course you’ve taken at UTM?

• EDS200: Learning Through the Lifespan

What is your favourite event you’ve attended at UTM? The Student Business Showcase. 

What’s one piece of advice you’d give to prospective students about studying at UTM? Don't be afraid of change; on the other side is a student or person who is even greater than the one who started this journey. 

What are your future aspirations after you graduate? Contributing to educational psychology research and thoroughly examining education systems outside of Canada, with a focus on student well-being.