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Students’ Council

meet your ELECTED students’ council members for 2024/2025.

Students’ Council is the highest governing body within the Students’ Association of MacEwan University. It is comprised of 14 Councillors and five Executive Committee members. Councillor elections are held each Fall term.

Students’ Council approves bylaws, writes the policies that govern the activities of SAMU and also ensure expectations have been met. Essentially, the Students’ Council speaks on behalf of MacEwan students, and helps to make sure your concerns are being addressed and that your university experience is the best it can be.

Students’ Council is moderated by a Chair. The Chair enables orderly and effective meetings to occur by maintaining a neutral and fair perspective. This allows Students’ Council to focus on substantive discussions pertinent to its jurisdiction and business. As such, the appropriate selection, appointment, evaluation, and recognition of a Chair takes place.

The position of Students’ Council Chair is appointed for a term of May-April.

Timothy Jobs, Chair, 2025-2026

View Students’ Council meeting minutes

Contact your councillors via email
studentscouncil@macewan.ca

Current Council members

Shina Adeshina – Students' Councillor

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Dalya Abougoush - Students' Councillor

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Olad Ayodeji - Students' Councillor

Hello there, I am an Honours Psychology student in the Bachelor of Science program. I serve as the President of the MacEwan Language Club (MLC) and the President of the Human Rights, Diversity, and Equity (HuRDE) Club. I also sit on the General Faculties Council and the Council on Student Affairs. My experience in these roles has helped me discover many of the issues that students face. As a Students’ Councillor, my primary goal is to ensure that students’ voices are heard and valued and that their needs are met.

Anna Campmans – Students' Councillor

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Tolu Dare - Students' Councillor

Hello! I’m Tolu, an international student and computer science student, here to advocate your needs and enhance your university experience through my role as a student councillor. My approach is entirely student-focused, ensuring that your voice and opinions on all things school-related are my top priority. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, feel free to share them with me here I’m here to listen and help. Beyond academics and advocacy, I have passion for cinematography, fashion, contemporary jazz, and exploring the latest in technology. If you spot me in the hallway, don’t hesitate to say hello—I’d love to chat!

Christian Galera - Students' Councillor

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Jean Pierre Moreno - Students' Councillor

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Moselle Namoc - Students' Councillor

Hello! I’m Moselle, a first-year Paralegal student at MacEwan University. I am hardworking and passionate about fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community. Joining the Student Council allows me to contribute meaningfully to creating a university experience that is fun and memorable for all students. I am committed to advocating for increased mental health support and promoting cultural representation within our school. With a proactive and approachable mindset, I aim to ensure that every student’s voice is heard, and together, we can build a stronger sense of belonging at MacEwan.

Maade Okai - Students' Councillor

Hello, My name is Maade Okai. I’m in my 3rd year in the Sciences, majoring in Computer Science. This is my second year on council, and I am very excited to continue putting students’ needs and issues to light. With my volunteering with the Pantry, Promo Squad and Breakfast Club, I’ve had the opportunity to interact with so many students. And when I’m not volunteering or running from class to class, you can find me chilling in the Makerspace. So is you see me, definitely don’t be shy and say hello!

Nathan Poon - President

Hello, I’m Nathan Poon. Your President of the Students’ Association of MacEwan University for the 2025/26 Academic Year. I’m deeply engaged in enriching student life, I’ve held several leadership roles on campus, including two terms as President of the award-winning MacEwan University United Nations Club, President of the MacEwan University Law Club, and three terms as a Students’ Councilor with the Students’ Association. As a fourth-year Computer Science student in the Bachelor of Science program at MacEwan University, I’m passionate about advocating for meaningful change within the student body.

 

As President of the Students’ Association and as a principal representative for student concerns, I’m committed to amplifying the student voice in key institutional decisions. My priorities include addressing affordability, improving access to mental health resources, and fostering a stronger sense of community across campus.

As a student leader, I am honored to represent MacEwan students as the President of SAMU and is dedicated to advocating for their needs, ensuring that student perspectives remain central to the university’s growth and planning.

Please reach out to the Students’ Association if you have any questions.

sapresident@macewan.ca

Kris Ravelo – Students' Councillor

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Elizabeth Russell - Students' Councillor

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Andrei Santiago - VP GOVERNANCE AND FINANCE

Hello everyone! My name is Andrei Santiago, and I am honored to be serving as your Vice President Governance & Finance for the 2025/2026 academic year. I am currently a first-year Bachelor of Commerce student, majoring in Accounting and minoring in Finance. I am thrilled to be able to represent the student voice and to advocate for your needs, concerns, and overall student experience.

As a fellow student, I understand the significant challenges many of us face in accessing and affording post-secondary education, most especially during these financially tough times. I am committed to advocating to the best of my abilities to help ease the burden of the growing affordability crisis.

Through focused internal advocacy, I will work to ensure that student interests remain at the forefront of decision-making, with a particular emphasis on financial transparency, accessibility, and support. Outside of academics and student leadership, I am trying to rekindle some of my old hobbies such as playing the piano, locking back into the gym, and growing my music vinyl collection! I look forward to serving you and making a more supportive and empowering impact on your student experience!

savpoperations@macewan.ca

Alem Tesfay - VP Student Life

My name is Alem, and I am thrilled to serve as the Vice President of Student Life. As I enter my final year majoring in Management, with a double minor in Marketing and Political Science, I reflect on how deeply my student experience has been shaped by campus involvement.

Throughout my time at MacEwan, I have been an Ambassador, a volunteer for Pets Assisting with Student Success (PAWSS), and the Co-founder of the MacEwan Chess Fellowship. You may have seen me working at the Makerspace, advocating for students as a Student Councilor, or attending events hosted by groups like the Uno Club, Law Club, and Commerce Club. In my previous role as Student Councilor, I championed student engagement, affordability, mental health, and inclusivity.

While working at the Makerspace, I also represented student workers as a board member of the MacEwan Staff Union, where I served two full terms as a member representative. I firmly believe that university is more than just a certificate—it’s about unlocking your potential through student groups, volunteering, and networking opportunities. As Vice President of Student Life, I will work hard to enhance engagement opportunities, strengthen student services, and ensure every student feels empowered to make the most of their university experience.

In addition, I will advocate for the student voice in good faith to ensure that students’ wants and needs are addressed appropriately. If you’d like to learn more about me, feel free to visit Alemtesfay.ca Let’s build a stronger, more connected student community together!

savpstudentlife@macewan.ca

Vincent Trinh - Students' Councillor

Hello, I’m pursuing my first year of study in Bachelor of Science here at MacEwan. I joined Students’ Council to push myself as a leader and test my limits. I truly believe committing to new things is beneficial to growing as a person. With every failure comes a success and a new learning experience. My past highschool Student Council experience has helped me a lot in discovering myself and who I am as a leader and person; this council is the next step in that discovery. I will do my best to, to improve the student experience and will work my hardest to be the best councillor I can be. 

Chioma Uzor - VP Academic

Hello! My name is Chioma Uzor, I am a fifth-year Psychology student with a minor in Political Science. I am pleased to be able to serve you as Vice President Academic at SAMU for the 2025/2026 academic year!

Upon developing an interest for an inclusive undergraduate environment and mental health supports, I am passionate about the foundations of learning and ensuring that you are getting the most out of your learning experience.

I believe that students deserve transparency within their grading criteria, an affordable approach to the supports that are offered to them, and an accessible avenue to student-first procedures that can be used in various areas in student representation. I love to spend a lot of time on campus– but in my free time I love to listen to music, jazz in particular. I also enjoy cooking and baking, exploring new art mediums, and tasking myself to new hairstyles!

Right now, I’m learning to create resin jewelry, and I look forward to teaching myself the alto saxophone. You deserve an accessible and clear student support system–I am determined to continue to advocate for this on behalf of MacEwan students. You deserve to take advantage of your university experience to your fullest potential to reach the utmost success of your degree!

savpacademic@macewan.ca

Shanna Villasenor - Students' Councillor

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Liam Wilson - Students' Councillor

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Wilfrid Youbi Fansi - VP External

Hi, I’m Wilfrid Youbi Fansi, your Vice President External, and I’m here to ensure your voice is heard. As a Marketing Major with a Legal Studies Minor, I’ve always been fascinated with the intricacies of public policy and how it impacts regular people in their lives. Knowledge really is power, and I aim to empower everyone around me by holding our representatives to account.

I am out and about making sure that all those we elect are holding their promises to students and do not neglect such an important sector like post-secondary.

In my free time, you’ll find me picking up a new creative hobby, climbing outdoors or doing some (very) amateur photography. Feel free to say hi if you see me in the halls!

sasvpexternal@macewan.ca

 

Minutes

The meeting minutes and agendas for Students’ Council meetings can be found on the minutes page.