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Siavash Ghazvinian
President 

Hometown: Tehran, Tehran
Major/Minor: DVM with a minor in Economics and CO-OP
Year of Study: 4

Favourite place in the world: 
It’s a 3-way tie between San Francisco, New Orleans, and Tehran. 

If I could only eat one type of food, I'd eat...
Lab-grown steak, so I don’t have to feel bad about industrialized farming of animals.    

If I were an animal I'd be...
I had to consult my best friend who’s very in touch with animals for this one. She says, “You’d totally be a crow. They’re really smart and resourceful.” Thanks Julie! <3    

When I'm not at the DSA office I am… probably enjoying the outdoors. 

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Siavash Ghazvinian
VP of Internal Affairs 
internal@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Waterloo,ON / Tehran, Iran
Major/Minor: DVM with a minor in Economics and CO-OP
Year of Study: 3

Favourite place in the world: 
Québec City.

Secret study spot on campus:
I have many! Come visit me in the DSA office for details.

Favourite DVM course:
DVM2106- International Development: Contemporary Theories and Practices, taught by Professor Ruby Dagher.

When I'm not at the DSA office I am…going for a bike ride, reading non-fiction, trying craft beers, or in the kitchen.

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Aeriel Kent
VP of Finance
finance@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Toronto, ON
Major/Minor: DVM with a minor in Business Administration 
Year of Study: 4

Favorite place in the world: 
Camp Huronda.

If I was an animal, I'd be:
An otter!

Favourite DVM course: 
ECO2117 - Economics of Developing Countries.

When I'm not at the DSA office I am… probably swimming.


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Zahura Ahmed
VP of Academic Affairs
academic@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Calgary, AB
Major/Minor: DVM  with a minor in Business Administration and CO-OP
Year of Study: 4

Favourite place in the world:
Moulvibazaar, Bangladesh and New York.

Strange hobby: 
I thoroughly enjoy watching curling- even though I have never understood the rules properly, it is absolutely captivating.

Favourite DVM course: 
Humanitarian Intervention

When I'm not at the DSA office I am…exploring the best places to eat in Ottawa, or sleeping.

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Becca Klaassen 
VP of Social Affairs 
social@aedsa.ca

Hometown: I am a girl of many homes. I moved a lot and have frequented many Ontarian towns and once ventured to New Brunswick.
Major/Minor: DVM with CO-OP
Year of Study: 3

Favourite place in the world: 
La Masica, Honduras.

Strange hobby: 
turtle collecting. fake ones, although one time i did have a live one and it didn't go as well as hoped. RIP Boo.

Favourite DVM course: 
So far they're fairly general, but looking forward to DVM 3106- Women, Gender and Development.

When I'm not at the DSA office I am… lounging on my balcony with my lovely roommates and either wine or a book... or both.


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Steven Hepburn
VP of Philanthropy and Activism
phil.act@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Muskoka, ON
Major/Minor: DVM with a minor in Religious Studies
Year of Study: 4

Favourite place in the world: 
Southampton, ON.

Favourite food: 
Homemade Pizza with fresh baby spinach, broccoli, olives, and soft mozzarella cheese.

Favourite DVM course: 
DVM3105- Population Trends and International Development.

When I'm not at the DSA office I am… probably procrastinating with friends either at a bar, the movies, or at a small authentic restaurant.

Directors

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Corina Pinto
Director of Marketing and Promotions
promotion.marketing@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Caracas, Venezuela 
Major/Minor: International Economics and Development. French Immersion with CO-OP.
Year of Study: 4+ 

Favourite place in the world: Nordic countries and all of their hyvinvointivaltio! 

Most embarrassing moment on campus: When I tripped, faceplanted, and fractured my nose playing intramural soccer in first year. Ouch.

Favourite DVM course: DVM4330- GIS for Development (Special Research Topics) 

When I'm not in the DSA office I am… on Co-op, studying, or playing sports. 

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Clémentine Gallot
Director of Bilingualism and Translation
bilinguisme@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Saint Raphaël, France
Major/Minor: 
DVM with CO-OP
Year of Study: 4

Favourite place in the world: Colombier Fontaine – my grandma’s house in a tiny French village.

Favourite food: Raclette – melted (amazing) cheese on potatoes with cold cut meat and pickles. 

Favourite DVM course: SOC3331- Sociology and Anthropology of Development.

When I'm not at the DSA office I am…dancing ballet, doing yoga or watching a new TV show. I also like to eat good food and try new and interesting dishes.

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Ashley Reyns
Director of Communications
communications@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Vernonville, ON 
Major/Minor: DVM with a minor in Women's Studies
Year of study: 3

Favourite place in the world: The Cobourg beach when it's filled with volleyball nets! 

Favourite food: Classic vegetarian nachos but with LOT'S of toppings - banana peppers are a must. 

Favourite DVM course: DVM2106 -International Development: Contemporary Theories and Practices, taught by Professor Ruby Dagher.

When I'm not at the DSA office I am... eating with friends on a patio in the market, playing with my cat Astro or attending rad events put on by SFUO clubs/services! 

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Stéphanie Lacroix
Director of Logistics
social@aedsa.ca

Hometown: Timmins, ON
Major/Minor: DVM
Year of Study: 4

Favourite place in the world: 
South Africa.

Strange Hobby: Crafting.

Favourite DVM course: 
DVM2510 -Santé, éducation et développement international 

When I'm not at the DSA office I am… in the market.

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Lyson Rivest
Director of Francophone Outreach 
francophonie@aedsa.ca

Hometown: LeGardeur, QC
Major/Minor: DVM
Year of Study: 3

Favourite place in the world: 
In the outdoors.

Secret study spot on campus: 
Next to the Ombudsman office.

Favourite DVM course: 
DVM2750 – Foundations of Social and Political Thought: Classical Liberalism and Socialism.

When I'm not in the DSA office I am…at Café Lamoureux.

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