Name of College: Western University, London, Ontario, Canada

Date of Visit: 13 July, 2019

It’s been six years since I started attending guidance counselor conferences and visiting universities around the world. Each visit rejuvenates me and makes me realise how much I love the work I do. I am blessed to have supportive colleagues, inspirational role models, and motivated students who ensure I keep working harder! More importantly, I am blessed to have found a passion that makes me look forward to each new day. The just concluded international conference with 1600 attendees at Western University in Canada was an amazing learning experience and an opportunity to connect with colleagues from around the world! As I start a 3 year term on the Professional Development Committee of the global association IACAC, I will continue to learn and grow with these supportive peers!

Name of College: University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada

Date of Visit: 12 July, 2019

University of Guelph takes pride in its happy students – more than 90% of them return to the university after their first year. And why not? Fantastic infrastructure, more than 85 majors in 12 degree programs, inbuilt flexibility, co-ops, one of the highest % of female students in their STEM programs, one of the top ranked veterinary programs in the world, some excellent options in their food and agriculture programs (20% of jobs in Canada are food related) – Guelph is an excellent option for students to consider for their higher studies in Canada.

Name of College: York University, Toronto, ON, Canada

Date of Visit: 10 July, 2019

A comprehensive research-intensive institution, York University is home to a proud tradition of scholarship and the pursuit of discovery and innovation. Located just outside Toronto, York has built a reputation as creating impact with its research programs and is consistently rated as one of the top Canadian universities to foster research. A new state of the art Engineering Centre with custom design spaces provides an ideal environment for students to engage in hands-on learning.