2022-2023 Team
The Neuroscience Association for Undergraduate Students (NAUS) represents neuroscience students at the University of Toronto.
Stay tuned for the various social and academic events that we organize throughout the year!
Yash
Co-President
Hey everyone! My name is Yash and I’m one of the NAUS Co-President’s for the 2022-2023 academic year. I’m currently a fourth-year specializing in Neuroscience and pursuing a double minor in Immunology and Physiology. In light of our return to in-person classes, I believe there’s a greater need for student interaction within the UofT community. As the previous VP of Social Affairs, I’m inherently familiar with NAUS governance and plan to deliver a variety of events that cater to student needs and serve to increase inclusion. When I’m not in class, you can find me at Graham Library or Zaad trying one of their new menu items! I’m most excited to meet and provide support/resources for incoming and current neuroscience students. Feel free to reach out via email (yashn.sharma@mail.utoronto.ca) or say hi if you ever see me on campus. Hope to see you at future NAUS events!
Almira Siddiqui
VP Academic
Almira is a third-year student double majoring in Neuroscience and Environment & Health. Her hobbies include travelling, reading and swimming. In her free time, she is exploring Toronto with her friends and cheering on the Leafs.
Juliet
VP Social
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Angela (Ziyi) Liu
Co-President
Hi everyone! My name is Angela, a fourth-year doing a double major in Neuroscience and Peace, Conflict and Justice. This will be my third year on NAUS! As the third-year representative for the past year, I’ve heard voices from third-year students about being left behind or forgotten. Together with my experience from other student unions, we wish to continue supporting first-year incoming students and fourth-year graduating students, but also focus on engaging/checking up with second and third-year students to help them navigate and prepare for their future paths.
We also wish to reduce the distance between neuroscience students and the HMB department by amplifying student concerns to course coordinators and the advisory committee. We will also work on increasing the budget for returning-to-campus events that are equitable and inclusive for students involved in interdisciplinary programs. Stay tuned for all our future NAUS events and activities!
Nikola Pucnin
VP Finance
Nikola is in his third year as a double major in neuroscience and psychology. His hobbies include playing basketball and travelling when school is done. In his free time you can find him trying out a new restaurant with his friends!
Juan Pablo Escorcia
VP Social
Hi friends! I’m Juliet, a third year neuro specialist and molecular bio major. I spend a lot of time talking about the brain and enzymes, but also I like things like plants, dying my hair, painting clothes, and trying new vegetables. This is my second year with NAUS and I’m super excited to work with cool people to strengthen U of T’s neuro community!
Enrique Collins
VP Communications
Shreya Vasudeva
VP Communications
Hey guys! I'm Enrique, a third-year and one of the VP communications for NAUS. I am currently doing a neuroscience specialist and physiology minor. I love the brain and anything related to it, especially psychophysiological and neural modulations underpinning existential neuroscience. Outside of school, I love shopping and the city's nightlife. If you have any questions/concerns, please feel free to reach out to me at @enrique.collin. :)
Eesha Rehman
Graphic Designer
Eesha Rehman is in her third year studying Neuroscience and Immunology. She enjoys strolling down Philosopher's Walk and spending more than she can afford! Her favourite study spaces on campus are the empty classrooms in the OISE buildings.
Minhal Ahmed
Secretary
Rachelle Lee
Graphic Designer
Hi everyone! I’m Rachelle, one of the graphic designers for NAUS! I’m currently doing a specialist in Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology and a major in neuroscience. Outside of school, you can usually find me drawing, playing music, or exploring Toronto!
Yazan Hasanain
4th Year Rep
Maggie Chen
3rd Year Rep
Maggie Chen is in her third year studying Neuroscience and Computer Science. She loves alpacas and manatees and is an avid tea drinker. She also likes learning languages in her spare time!
Jasmin
2nd Year Rep
Hi everyone! I’m Jasmin, one of your second year representatives for NAUS. Currently, I am studying Neuro, EEB, and Physiology. I enjoy going on walks, watching baseball, and listening to a whole lot of Taylor Swift, like a lot :) You can most likely find me at any one of the libraries as I really love looking for new study spots on campus! If you ever have any questions/concerns, please feel free to reach out to me @hyeriijeong and I’m looking forward to being a part of NAUS this year!
Amira Kabir
2nd Year Rep
Hey everyone, I’m Amira and I’m doing a double major in neuroscience & psychology! I enjoy hanging out with friends, reading, listening to music, and going on walks. I also love watching horrible reality tv shows so recommend me one anytime at @amiira.kx on Instagram!! I’m looking forward to being a part of NAUS for the first time (:
Erika Teeter
2nd Year Rep
Erika is in her second year completing a neuroscience specialist and a psychology major. She enjoys reading, hanging out with friends, and partaking in cheerleading. In her spare time, she loves watching theatre in Toronto and obsesses over anything relating to The Office or corgis.