Meet the team

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Joanne is a 2nd year student in Engineering Physics and Biomedical Engineering at McMaster and is an Instructor at Venture Academy. Joanne has always been passionate about health-related subjects and fascinated by their links to emerging engineering technologies. At McMaster, Joanne is now learning the fundamentals of medical physics that are related to technologies used in health sciences. Joanne loves STEM because of the countless opportunities for experimentation and exploration. Outside of school, Joanne loves to play video games, swim, and watch sci-fi films.

Minha is a second-year Automotive and Vehicle technology student at McMaster and an Instructor at Venture Academy. In high school, Minha had the opportunity to take an automotive course and soon realized she wanted to pursue a career in this industry after seeing the significant lack of female engineers. She has always been passionate about design and hopes that one day she will be able to use her creative ideas in a supercar automotive company like McLaren. Outside of school, Minha loves to cook/bake and learn how to play instruments (i.e. ukulele, bass, and acoustic guitar).

Amreen is a 4th year student in Electrical and Biomedical Engineering and Instructor at Venture Academy. Dedicated to being a lifelong learner, Amreen gravitated towards engineering and science as she has always enjoyed understanding why and how things work. With an interest in technology, healthcare, and teaching, Amreen continually seeks opportunities to learn and work in interdisciplinary settings. When she's not solving integrals or analyzing circuitry, Amreen enjoys baking, game nights, and playing sports.

Anthony is a 2nd year Mechatronics student at McMaster and an Instructor at Venture Academy. Anthony chose Mechatronics because it lets him explore his passion for software, hardware, and their unique integration in many interesting applications. Growing up, Anthony always loved playing video games and would often try to build real-life versions of the devices and structures found in them. Engineering offers a toolset to transform ideas into reality, and it was the perfect path for Anthony to take. Outside of school, reading, video games, hiking and cycling are some of Anthony's favourite things! Anthony is looking forward to meeting you this summer!

Meira is a 2nd year Chemical and Biomedical Engineering student at McMaster and an Instructor at Venture Academy. Meira always knew that she wanted to pursue studies in STEM and chose this program as it allowed her to integrate engineering and health sciences; two areas she finds very fascinating. She hopes her studies will allow her to create practical solutions to real-world problems. In her spare time, Meira loves hiking in the conservation area, baking, and socializing with friends (virtually of course)!

Emma is a 2nd year Engineering Physics and Society student at McMaster, and is very excited to be an instructor at Venture Academy for this upcoming summer! Emma loves that her program allows her to learn about many different engineering applications such as fibre optics, solar cells, nuclear reactors, electronics, and more. Being in the Engineering and Society program allows Emma to learn about sustainability and how engineering influences the world around us. In her free time she enjoys knitting, learning more about computer programming, and hiking with friends and family. Emma is excited to meet all the campers this summer!

Shelby is a 3rd year McMaster Biotechnology student currently working in Outreach at Venture Academy for her co-op. It is through this experience she hopes to enhance her interpersonal skills as well as through this position engaging youth in STEM based fields. Outside of academics Shelby enjoys cooking, go-karting and reading! She has a passion for chemistry and working with polymers and hopes in the future to obtain a Masters in Applied Science specializing in organic chemistry and polymerization!

Angel is a 3rd year Automation Engineering Technology student at McMaster University and currently working in Outreach at Venture Academy for her 8-month coop. In her program, Angel spends most of her time in electrical and chemical labs as well as working with robots! In her free time, Angel enjoys playing video games, horseback riding, and provides ESL lessons for young students around the world. Angel loves working with students and is very excited to see everyone at Venture Academy this summer!

Julee is a 4th year Biotechnology student at McMaster and Co-Director at Venture Academy. Julee decided to study Biotechnology because she is passionate about how biology and new emerging technologies can interact to benefit human health and our society as a whole. Julee knew that she loved problem solving at an early age and became passionate about Biology in high school which led to her current field of study. Upon graduation, Julee hopes to apply her knowledge to explore how STEM principles can interact with business fundamentals to clearly communicate and implement problem solving strategies in our society. Outside of school, Julee enjoys gardening and walking her dog.

Sophie is currently completing her Masters of Engineering and Public Policy degree and recently completed her undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering at McMaster. Sophie is also Co-Director at Venture Academy. Sophie has chosen to learn more about applying engineering practices to the triple bottom line of sustainability, known as the economy, environment and society. Sophie is passionate about evidence based action and hopes to apply engineering knowledge in public policy proposals in the future. Outside of school, Sophie likes to spend time outdoors, playing hockey and baking desserts.