Message from the Chair
While working with the International Network of Tomorrow’s Leaders (INTL) community, I have witnessed through others and experienced first-hand the benefits of the hard work and dedicated programming that this PLC provides.
As INTL Chair, I appreciate the time and effort our members have volunteered to this community and value their contributions. It was a fantastic opportunity to work with such talented new professionals in the field of International Education. Here is a brief overview of the events and work done by our brilliant team this year:
The Bursary subcommittee evaluated 45 applications and awarded ten (10) bursaries for new professionals to attend their first CBIE Annual Conference.
The Mentorship subcommittee matched fifty-four (54) mentors with sixty-seven (67) mentees and provided webinars, newsletters, and feedback surveys to support participants.
The Networking subcommittee planned and hosted a number of virtual and in-person networking opportunities, including a new Summer Bingo Networking event.
The Championing sub-committee hosted two guest speakers who shared their journey and answered questions from our community.
The Events subcommittee organized the INTL events at the CBIE annual conference, which included a breakfast panel and a networking event.
The Communications subcommittee did a great job supporting the work and efforts of the rest of the team.
In 2024, the INTL PLC consisted of a two-person Leadership Team, including one chair and a CBIE Liaison. INTL’s Working Group included forty-three (43) members, twelve (12) subcommittee co-leads and twenty-seven (27) associate members. The team came together throughout the year for meetings and team-building opportunities, and subcommittees hosted their own meetings for project updates and planning.
I am pleased to present the annual report outlining INTL’s wonderful work and events it ran this year—cheers to the connections made in 2024 and to continuing to grow our network and reach in 2025.
Sincerely,
Jacqueline Veres
Purpose
The mandate of the International Network of Tomorrow’s Leaders (INTL) is to provide an environment for new professionals and emerging leaders in the field of Canadian international higher education to share ideas, collaborate on projects/programs, and learn from each other.
Mission
The mission of INTL is to provide a space for new professionals and emerging leaders to cultivate professional networks and get involved in the Canadian international higher education community.
Objectives
INTL focuses on topics and content geared towards developing the next generation of leaders of international education. In particular, the INTL will aspire to:
- Facilitate learning opportunities between new professionals/emerging leaders and experts in the field
- Facilitate skill development of all participants
- Contribute to the establishment of a learning and mentorship community
- Foster the exchange of ideas and strategies regarding internationalization of Canadian higher education
- Stay apprised of current trends in the field of international education
Steering Committee
Jacqueline Veres
Jacqueline Veres
Education Abroad Advisor,
University of Guelph
Carolina Costa Sato
Carolina Costa Sato
International Student Advising Supervisor,
Douglas College
Ashley Wu
Ashley Wu
International Student Advisor,
Ontario Tech University
Yichen (Terry) Wu
Yichen (Terry) Wu
International Student Experience Assistant,
University of Toronto
Jessica Ing
Jessica Ing
Assistant Program Quality Consultant,
Humber Polytechnic
Olivia Yusuf
Olivia Yusuf
International Student Programs and Engagement Coordinator,
King’s College at Western University
Maysa Abu Er Rubb
Maysa Abu Er Rubb
Manager,
Global Learning and Engagement,
Humber Polytechnic
Jintu Anne Thomson
Jintu Anne Thomson
International Student Advisor,
Lakehead University
Flavia Campana Omori
Flavia Campana Omori
International Student Navigator,
Red Deer Polytechnic
Shay Belanger
Shay Belanger
International Student Advisor,
Carleton University
Sarah McQuillan
Sarah McQuillan
International Co—op and Career Coordinator,
University of Victoria
Clara Santacruz
Clara Santacruz
Manager,
Experiential Learning and Career Development,
St. Thomas University
Julie Vu
Julie Vu
Assistant Manager,
International Support Services,
Conestoga College
Nethmi Kulatilake
Nethmi Kulatilake
Manager,
International Student Experience,
York University
Deepika Vashisth
Deepika Vashisth
International Student Advisor,
Memorial University
Eloise Rolland-Carmichael
Eloise Rolland-Carmichael
Manager,
International Recruitment,
Loyalist College
Antriksh Mistry
Antriksh Mistry
International Student Immigration Advisor,
Okanagan College
Zahid Sheikh
Zahid Sheikh
International Student Immigration Advisor,
Thompson Rivers University
Monika Klein-Marshall
Monika Klein-Marshall
Assistant Manager,
International Admissions,
Conestoga College
Brandi Toplak
Brandi Toplak
RCIC Permanent Residence Specialist,
University of British Columbia,
Okanagan Campus
Theresa Lundy
Theresa Lundy
Global Community Advisor,
University of Victoria
Meredith Heinrich
Meredith Heinrich
International Operations,
Project Lead,
Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology
Adesuwa Ero
Adesuwa Ero
Student Experience Manager,
International College of Manitoba
Farhana Afroz
Farhana Afroz
Student Services Advisor,
International Supports,
Nova Scotia Community College
Bethany Taylor
Bethany Taylor
Manager,
Recruitment and Admissions,
Western University
Tram-Anh Bui
Tram-Anh Bui
International Student Advisor,
Lakehead University
JesusMiracle Chiadika
JesusMiracle Chiadika
Regional Lead,
International Research Officer,
University of Toronto
Jaqueline Cunha Ramires
Jaqueline Cunha Ramires
International Student Engagement and Mobility Coordinator,
Vancouver Community College
Siobhan Hayes
Siobhan Hayes
Admissions Coordinator,
Western University
Sijin (Clara) Yang
Sijin (Clara) Yang
Global Learning Coordinator,
York University
Shuang Sha
Shuang Sha
Office and Operation Assistant,
Brock University
Kay Kim
Kay Kim
Academic Coordinator,
University of Toronto
Romina Chencheva
Romina Chencheva
Senior Advisor,
Program Management,
University of Ottawa
Ayesha Amin
Ayesha Amin
Global Learning and Strategic Initiatives Coordinator,
Humber College
Satria Kusuma
Satria Kusuma
International Student Recruitment Officer,
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Alina Hetman
Alina Hetman
International Pathways Coordinator,
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Jo Krisko
Jo Krisko
Director,
International Student Services,
Lakehead University
Nathalie Crawford
Nathalie Crawford
Program Assistant,
University of Victoria
Robin Tizzard
Robin Tizzard
Dean,
Portage College
Behnoush Shafiei Sararoodi
Behnoush Shafiei Sararoodi
International Student Advisor,
Ontario Tech University
Jasmine Shen
Jasmine Shen
Global Learning Coordinator,
York University
Overview of Membership
361 Members
From 308 members in 2023, INTL’s membership has increased, with 53 new members joining in the past year.
Members by Province/Territory
Events & Initiatives
mentor-mentee pairs
mentor-mentee pairs participated in the Mentorship Program
hosted virtual sessions
hosted virtual sessions featuring seasoned professionals as guest speakers
in-person and virtual networking events
in-person and virtual networking events at CBIE2023, the Ontario Regional Meeting, and throughout the year
Special Thanks
Serving as the INTL Chair this year has been a fantastic experience – I had the opportunity to work with some incredible new professionals across the country and help build connections. Some of my highlights include the in-person networking opportunities throughout the year and at the conference, as well as seeing the professional development and growing networks of our community members. This has been a difficult year for our sector, and it is times like these when having a PLC and a supportive network is invaluable – so I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the INTL PLC this year.
I also want to thank Dr. Lisa Brunner! Your mentorship and guidance this year have given me the confidence and support to grow personally and professionally. Also, Sophie, your guidance throughout the year has kept INTL on track and made this a fun and successful year – so thank you.
Finally, thank you to CBIE for providing this network for new professionals to connect and learn together. These opportunities and networks strengthen our personal development and the success of our field. I’m in a unique position where I get to stay on as Chair for 2025 as INTL undergoes a transformation. I’m excited about the new opportunity and to develop a new model for INTL as our community continues to grow. Stay tuned for more great things to come in 2025.
