Meet Our Team
2025-2026 Executive Team
President
PAUSE has for the past three years been the main hub for my academic interests, future planning efforts, as well as a place for growing my social circle. I joined the association as a mentee and went to various events and opportunities - and it seems to have worked out pretty well thus far...
What I really like about PAUSE is that each year the elected student executives try to create a program for their fellow undergrads to improve our collective experience as aspiring psychologists, and this year will be no different!
Silas Liening
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Major, Philosophy Minor, Biology Minor
VP Administration
VP External
VP Finance
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I love how PAUSE provides an inclusive space for those studying psychology to talk about their classes, post graduation plans, and anything else on their minds, whether they're a psychology specialist, major, or minor. I'm excited to continue the good work PAUSE began last year and hopefully bring lots of fun and informative events to you all!
PAUSE is a diverse group of individuals who have come together to explore and build relationships within the field of Psychology. Being able to connect with like-minded individuals through PAUSE events and opportunities has been amazing, which is why I decided to pursue an executive position at PAUSE.
To me, PAUSE is a space where students can find support and a community that uplifts one another while working toward meaningful change. I value the opportunity to be part of a collective that prioritizes care, advocacy, and connection.
Saba Halabisaz
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Specialist
Dawn Chang
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Specialist, Economics Major, Science and Entrepreneurship Minor
Farhia Mohamud
Year: 5
Program: Psychology Major, Forensics Minor
Senior Advisor
I joined PAUSE to connect with my peers and become part of the psychology community at UTM. So far, I’ve made meaningful friendships and truly enjoyed contributing to a community where we can all learn, grow, and support each other.
Maryelena Arias
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Major and Sociology Major
Communications Coordinator
To me, PAUSE is a place where people can connect through our passion for psychology and mental health. I’ve always appreciated how this community supports both our academic goals and future aspirations. I joined PAUSE because I wanted to contribute to a community and make resources more accessible for everyone! I am excited to contribute to building an inclusive space where UTM students will feel supported and seen!
Reva Tripathi
Year: 4
Program: Neuroscience Specialist, Psychology Major, Biology Minor
Social Media Coordinators
Events Coordinators
I wanted to be the Events Coordinator for PAUSE because I enjoy bringing people together through creative and engaging events. It’s a great way to build community and make the psych experience more fun and memorable for everyone.
I joined PAUSE as a means to become closer to the Psychology community at UTM! As someone with prior experience as a Marketing executive on other student societies I knew I would be able to contribute to PAUSE with my creative skills and expertise. This is my second year on the PAUSE executive team and it’s been extremely fulfilling to work with a team of like-minded individuals who want to improve the undergrad experience for students interested in Psychology!
Jessica Chiem
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Major, Biology for Health Sciences Major
I joined PAUSE because I wanted to be more involved with the psychology community, especially after I shifted my major to this program. I love all the work done and resources shared by PAUSE for students like me in both social and academic fields, and I am loving the team so far! I am also excited to share my skills in graphic design and social media management as contributions for this role.
Onyx Limayo
To me, PAUSE is all about community and connection. I’ve always loved psychology—it’s the subject that has spoken to me the most in my life, and I’m excited to keep studying it further. Being part of PAUSE means I get to share that passion with other students who feel the same way or are just starting to explore it. I’m most excited about creating content that not only educates students about psych, but is also fun and engaging to watch!
Semilore Igbekoyi
Year: 2
Program: Psychology Major, Sociology Major
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Major, Biology Minor, English Minor
I am excited to be one of the PAUSE members because I want to be a member of an association that helps students to feel more guided towards their career in psychology displinary, and make sure to create a supportive and loving environment <3!
To me, PAUSE is a space to connect, grow, and support one another throughout the psych undergrad journey. I joined PAUSE to better connect with the psych community at UTM and support fellow students through shared academic experiences and fun activities. As someone passionate about research and involved in many related courses (ROP, IRP & undergraduate thesis), I’m excited to help create content that promotes opportunities, builds connections and fosters friendships.
Audrey-Anne Thillroy
Year: 4
Program: Forensic Psychology Specialist, Psychology Major
Lara Ramadan
Farhada Khaled
Year: 3
Program: Neuroscience Specialist, Psychology Major, Biology for Health Sciences Major
Year: 3
Program: Neuroscience Specialist
Mentorship Coordinators
I joined PAUSE this year because I wanted to make meaningful change in the lives of all Psych students, but especially first years who may want access to someone in upper year to chat with. my goal for the upcoming year is to expand the reach of the mentorship program and make it more accessible to students here at UTM!
I joined PAUSE because of my love for psychology and neuroscience. I’m excited to work and learn alongside like-minded people and to support psych students as they explore the field and discover how meaningful it can be.
Isabella Cruz
Year: 4
Program: Biology for Health Science Major, Psychology Major
Zara Masrur
Year: 3
Program: Neuroscience Specialist, Chemistry Minor
Inaugural Co-Editors-in-Chief
I’m super excited to be a part of PAUSE this year and to share my experiences as a writer, editor, and brain/mind enthusiast to benefit the UTM community. I’m particularly looking forward to building and publishing a scientific journal that showcases our community’s passion for science in a creative and unique way.
Mashiyat Ahmed
Year: 4
Program: Neuroscience Specialist, Professional Writing and Communication Minor
As someone who is passionate about the science behind decision-making and social behaviour, particularly with regards to human rights, I find PAUSE to be a space where those of us with aligned interests can connect and learn from each other. Through mutual values and aspirations, I believe that we can achieve so much and grow together while educating others about the real-world implications of psychology.
Zoha Faisal
Year: 5
Program: Psychology Major, Ethics Minor, French Studies Minor
Associates
Interested in joining our team? The applications for the 2025–2026 Associates will open soon! Follow us on Instagram @utm.pause or check back here for updates.
