Cedric is a fourth-year B+MM student majoring in International Relations (international economy and development). His primary academic focus is on finding connections between Asia and North America, stemming from his career and life experience in both continents. In addition, Cedric is interested in the emergence of global superpowers and the development of developing economies. Outside of academics, Cedric enjoys playing golf, tennis, skiing, and travelling

Deborah is a fifth-year International Relations major with a minor in Asian Canadian and Asian Migration Studies. Her areas of academic interests include cultural heritage conservation, public diplomacy and decolonial studies. She also finds critical media studies and deep dives into Asian diasporic history invigorating areas of research. In her free time, Deborah enjoys critiquing Vancouver's best matcha spots and going on walks in sunny Vancouver weather.

Erika is a third-year student majoring in International Relations and Philosophy. Her main academic interest is political theory, especially relating to Marxism and revolutions in the Global South. Geographically, she specializes in Latin American history and politics. Outside of school, she enjoys cross country skiing, running, and all types of iced coffee

Harel is a fourth-year International Relations Major with a previously completed Diploma in Business Management. His primary academic focus is on diplomatic policy and their effects on trade, security and war-time economic relations. More recently, he has taken an interest in the structure and history of international economic development and how we can use policies to enact tangible change. In his free time, you will find Harel in a gym preparing for a Jiu Jitsu or MMA competition, or enjoying the beautiful outdoors Vancouver has to offer. 

Louise is a fourth-year International Relations student, with a minor in Law and Society. Her primary academic focus lies in diplomacy, security studies, and more recently international economic development. While originally from France, she is particularly interested in Asian politics and its integration to the international order, which stems from her childhood years in India and China. In her free time, she loves to read and spend time with friends on campus.

Montse is a fourth-year student at UBC, majoring in International Relations with a minor in Law and Society. Originally from Mexico City, she has a deep passion for humanitarian and social justice issues. As Vice President of the International Relations Student Association (IRSA), Montse actively fosters community and intellectual engagement on campus. Her love for travel and experiencing new cultures has broadened her global perspective, and she aspires to live and work in diverse international settings. Montse is driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact through her work in social justice and diplomacy.

Khushi is a fourth-year student double majoring in International Relations and Anthropology. She has academic interests in conflict resolution, global health, and international human rights.  She is also interested in women's studies -- specifically, women in the Global South. In her free time, Khushi enjoys reading, walking, and trying new cuisines. 

Landon is a fourth-year Political Science major and Philosophy minor. He has a deep passion for political philosophies and international diplomacy, specifically in decolonial contexts. Landon is originally from San Francisco, where the city’s political polarization inspired his path toward political studies and social justice. Outside of academics, Landon enjoys thrifting and playing chess.

Maryam is a third-year Political Science + Law and Society Co-op student at UBC, with academic interests in Canadian Politics and International Relations. She is currently on a co-op placement as a Trade Commissioner Assistant at Global Affairs Canada. Her experiences include roles in communication, outreach, research, and administration. Outside of school and work, Maryam enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as exploring new food spots around the city. 

Michelle is a fourth-year student from Vancouver majoring in International Relations. Her academic interest rests on a framework of holistic sustainability that spans social, economic, cultural, technological, and political dimensions. Michelle envisions a future where international collaboration thrives by challenging fear-mongering narratives of manufactured incompatibility, placing collective humanity as a top priority. Outside of school, Michelle loves collecting – she has an impressive collection of unplayed Steam games and unread books.

Sama is a fourth-year student from Egypt studying International Relations. She is passionate about humanitarian law, security studies, public and regional diplomacy, and economic and trade relations in wartime. Her primary interests are Middle Eastern politics and the region's integration into the international order, specifically their recent invitation to the BRICS bloc. Outside of academics, Sama loves to travel the world and explore different cultures and cuisines with family and friends. She also enjoys reading, playing volleyball, and reformer pilates.

Zoé is a third-year student in the Sciences Po-UBC dual degree majoring in International Relations and minoring in Journalism and Social Change. Her research interests encompass studies of migration, gender, human rights and Asian geopolitics, with a particular passion for Southeast Asia. Outside of academia, her hobbies include theatre, music, cooking and language learning.