EXECUTIVE TEAM
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Nerija Sungaila (She/Her/Elle)President
Year and stream: 5th Year, uOttawa French
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Nicky Dunn (Him/He/Il)Vice President, uOttawa Affairs
Year and stream: 3rd Year, uOttawa French Immersion
E-mail: uottawa@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: I'd love to work as a pediatric nurse! I love being around kids and I think it's such a privilege to be able to care for them when they're sick. What I do for UNSA: As VP of uOttawa Affairs with UNSA, I act as liaison for all academic pursuits of UNSA regarding the uOttawa campus and the student body. My duties include but are not limited to organizing the UNSA nursing mentorship program, arranging the nursing handbook publication, and collaborating in week 101 and various events. Most importantly, I assist students in the uOttawa stream in the resolution of academic issues. About me: When I am not studying, you can catch me reading, exercising and watching sports with my brothers. I also love going on bike adventures with my friends around Ottawa! |
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Rayanna Danis (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, Finance
Year & Stream: 4th Year, uOttawa French Immersion
Email: finance@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: Currently, I would love to work as a trauma nurse. I also hope to spend some time nursing in a Northern Community. But, nursing has so many possibilities and I can’t wait to see where the last two years of my degree take me! What I do for UNSA: As VP Finance, I work with my fellow UNSA executives to create a budget for the year. This is based on events, fundraisers, and activities that the team has in mind for nursing students. My job is to make sure we stick to it and make changes when necessary! About me: You can find me anywhere BUT at my house! I’m always up for a good workout whether it be a hike outside, a session at the gym, or some time spent rock climbing. I also love working on my studies at CRX - the aesthetics of that place really calm my hectic nursing brain! I am very outgoing et je parle français alors, I am open to answer questions or just to chat with anyone |
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Mya Ryder (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, Internal
Year and stream: 3rd Year, uOttawa French Immersion
E-mail: internal.interne@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: I'm not sure what specialty I will end up in, but I am excited to explore each rotation that the next two years will bring. I am also interested in potentially continuing my education to pursue midwifery or a nurse practitioner degree! What I do for UNSA: As VP internal, it is my job to organize and design the clothing orders. I also help organize pining committees, as well as the selection process for valedictorian and grad awards. About me: I am from New Brunswick and love to spend time outside hiking, camping, and going on lots of fun adventures with my friends! I also never say no to going out for coffee or sitting down to play a game or read a good book! |
Dana Akbari (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, Communications
Year and stream: 4th Year, uOttawa French Immersion
E-mail: info@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: My dream job is definitely in the pediatrics field! I found working with children very rewarding and intriguing. I would love to pursue nursing post grad and become a pediatric nurse practitioner. What I do for UNSA: As VP communications, I overlook UNSA's presence online. I manage our website, out emails and newsletters as well as our social media accounts like Facebook, Instagram and additionally Tiktok! I make sure our information is always in both English and French. About me: I am a traveller! I love making travel vlogs/videos. I like modelling and lifting at the gym! |
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Lara Houry (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, Philanthropic
Year and stream: 4th Year, uOttawa French
E-mail: philanthropy.philanthropie@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: My dream job would be an ER nurse because I love the fast paced environment and the different types of patients you see. After having worked in the ER this summer, I fell in love with it! What I do for UNSA: My role as VP Philanthropy is to give students opportunities to give back to the community by raising awareness of current issues, running fundraisers, food, and clothing drives, as well as sharing educational material with the faculty to gain their support in helping those in need. About me: A fun fact about me is that I speak 3 languages, French, English, and Arabic, and I also have a cat named Moustache. |
Claire Beard (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, External
Year and stream: 2nd Year, uOttawa English
E-mail: external.externe@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: I think that I'd like to work in critical care and love taking care of kiddos so probably something like the NICU would be really cool! What I do for UNSA: I am in charge of organizing uOttawa's Nursing Games Team. Nursing Games are an annual event that brings together nursing schools from across Ontario to compete in athletic, academic and spirit competitions all while emphasizing teamwork and collaboration. I plan on organizing some fundraisers and events to raise money and send 30 of uOttawa's best Nursing students in the host city for the games. About me: It is my second year with UNSA and I am really excited to work with this year's team! I like swimming, hiking, and spending time with my roommates and our cat. I'm super interesting, please like me. |
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Alexandra Depina (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, CNSA Official Delegate
Year and stream: 3rd Year, uOttawa English
E-mail: cnsa.aeic@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: Labour and Delivery Nurse What I do for UNSA: I represent our chapter school at both regional and national conferences held by the Canadian Nursing Student Association. I also sit on a regional executive that helps to advise a board of directors on pertinent social issues and also helps to shape regional policies. My goal for this year is to get more people involved in CNSA and to join us at the national conference. About me: I enjoy running and playing volleyball during my downtime and I'm super excited for the upcoming academic semester. |
Diya Li (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, Social
Year and Stream: 4th year, uOttawa English
Email: social@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: I'm not sure about where I want to work yet, but I would love to explore acute care in the healthcare field and contribute my time to research! What I Do for UNSA: I serve as VP social at UNSA, so I am mainly responsible for most of the social events in the nursing program from the year 2021-2022, especially the 101 week! About Me: I am an international student and have been in Canada for about 7 years! I love reading, playing guitar, working out, travelling, etc. Recently I fell in love with volleyball although I'm not so good at it. |
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Mira Liao Parkinson (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, EquityYear and stream: 4th Year, uOttawa French Immersion
E-mail: equity.equity@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: I would love to continue my education and become a nurse practitioner, either in the pediatric, neonatal or obstetric world. As a long term goal, I hope to volunteer with Doctors Without Borders. What I do for UNSA: My role is to assist in creating solutions in equity-related issues. My role aims to promote the representation of all humans and two-spirited individuals in roles of leadership and day-to-day activities. In collaboration with VP Comms, I also ensure bilingualism in all things UNSA. About me: My personal interests include thrifting, reading, and listening to true crime podcasts. A few book recommendations are "A Thousand Splendid Suns" and "Sarah's Key". |
Carolyn Lee (She/Her/Elle)Vice President, Woodroffe AffairsYear and stream: 4th Year, Algonquin Woodroffe
Email: woodroffe@unsa-aepsi.ca Dream Job: There are so many different things to do with Nursing! My goals change so often, but for now I would love to work on a Med/Surg or Psychiatric floor and do some research on the side! What I do for UNSA: I am the point of contact for Academic Affairs, events, and issues for the Woodroffe Stream. I work closely with uOttawa and Pembroke to work towards consistencies between streams. I hope to support you throughout the year wether it would be questions regarding academics, placements, courses, and more! About me: I love watching sunrises (bonus if it's by the waterfront) and getting my day started when the city is so quiet! I also love trying new foods and will eat anything that is spicy! |
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