International Recruitment & Admission Team

International Recruitment & Admission Officer

As a proud Guelph Grad, Kendra loves sharing her passion for U of G worldwide as the International Recruitment and Admission Officer. She is committed to helping students feel at home and supporting them on their journey.  

In her spare time, Kendra spends time connecting with family, trying new foods, and kickboxing! She is an avid reader and an often disappointed New York Giants fan. She loves to travel and explore new cities!  

Email: kallis02@uoguelph.ca
Phone: (519) 824-4120 ext. 54468

International Recruitment Officer

Ian is a young professional passionate about international education, student experience, and student success. Student recruitment is very familiar to Ian as he has worked in this field throughout his undergrad and now as a working professional. Ian believes that the University of Guelph allows students to be who they want to be and helps them grow personally, academically, and professionally. 

One thing Ian absolutely loves is to travel, experience new things, and learn about different cultures and ways of life. He is an advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion; supporting students, faculty, and staff in every aspect of their lives. Ian also lives a very active lifestyle and loves to run and strength train at the gym. 

Email: icamara@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +1 (226) 962-7130

Assistant Manager, International Digital Marketing and Communications

Alex works with the marketing and communications team in Admission Services to support the website, print, and social media aspects of our international presence. As a recent #GuelphGrad, he understands what it means to be a Gryphon and hopes to share that passion with the world. 

Having worked in multiple departments at the University of Guelph, Alex has supported countless international students within Student Housing and as a Teaching Assistant in the Lang School of Business. His favourite part of the role is working with current international students to tell their stories and promote what makes U of G special. 

Email: achare01@uoguelph.ca

In-Country Representative, Bangladesh

Masum looks after the Bangladesh office and is passionate about navigating students on the right career path. Being a professional career counselor and an advocate of an international counseling body, Masum believes it is of utmost importance to follow one's passion when it comes to career choice.

Masum has completed his bachelor's in Business Management from the University of Bedfordshire, UK, and obtained a professional Certificate in Career & College Counseling from the IC3 Institute. As an international student himself throughout his undergrad in England, he sincerely understands the needs of international students and guides them accordingly.

Email: bangladesh@uoguelph.ca
WhatsApp: +88 (0) 170-3992047

Regional Representative, Latin America

Meet Carolina, our Latin American Regional Representative from Colombia.

She enjoys building relationships and supporting students in finding their educational paths. What she likes most about U of G is the campus and all the opportunities offered to students. She strongly believes that education transforms lives. Carolina enjoys travelling; she speaks Spanish, English, and French, and is passionate about multiculturalism and understanding how people create the world through language.

Carolina was born in the land of Colombian coffee; however, she prefers hot chocolate. Outside of work, Carolina loves to dance, spend time with her family, and play board games.

Email: latinamerica@uoguelph.ca
Phone: (+57) 319 786-6227

Regional Operations Manager, Middle East and South Asia

Jimmi is our Regional Operations Manager, Middle East and South Asia (ROMMES). When speaking to U of G, he can’t speak highly enough about the community – which is crucial in the integrity process. He’ll also chime in about the food here, so be sure to ask him about that.

Speaking of food, this is something he also looks forward to when on the road. He sees the culinary explorations, along with connecting with other international recruiters, as a privilege. As an international student himself throughout his undergrad (and having been to almost 50 countries), he can sincerely speak to what it means to come to another country to explore academic options. He knows you, and your parents, will find this very helpful.

Coming from Sweden, you know he’s a soccer aficionado. He even played semi-professionally in Europe! In addition, you might even find him singing as he continues his travels throughout the world.

Email: jhemmenb@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +1 (226) 962-2150

International Recruitment & Admission Coordinator

Lesley has worked in International Recruitment & Admission for 20 years and has been integral in helping the team grow throughout that time.  Based on campus, she has been nicknamed “mission control” as she coordinates our travelling representatives' logistical needs while helping applicants navigate the admission process.  

Born in the United Kingdom, Lesley arrived in Canada at age 18.  She attended schools in England, the United States and Canada providing a helpful understanding of the international student experience.  Although happy in Canada, she maintains ties with the UK avidly following the English Premier Football league and, thanks to BritBox, many favourite TV shows!

As each admission cycle concludes, Lesley enjoys the fun atmosphere in September when new students arrive to the welcoming community at U of G.

Email: ljump@uoguelph.ca
Phone: (519) 824-4120 ext. 56302

Manager, International Admission

Kristyne is a proud University of Guelph graduate. Before returning to U of G to work in Admission Services, she spent six years living, studying and working abroad, including four years in higher education admission and recruitment. Her personal experiences, combined with her tenure working with international students, have helped her develop a deep understanding of the challenges international students face when transitioning to university life, aligning perfectly with her role at the University of Guelph. Kristyne's commitment lies in ensuring the admission process is not just administrative but also a supportive, enriching experience that considers the holistic journey of each student.

Kristyne is thrilled to be back at the University of Guelph and is eager to apply her experiences and passions to foster an inclusive environment for students from around the world.

Email: kmcgover@uoguelph.ca
Phone: (519) 824-4120 ext. 56059

Assistant Registrar, International Recruitment and Admission

Astrid has worked in undergraduate recruitment and admissions for nearly 10 years and has stuck with it because she finds educating, encouraging and supporting prospective students very rewarding. She loves watching students grow both personally and academically during their time on campus and seeing them cross the stage to accept their degree during convocation.

Astrid is originally from Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina and moved to Ontario as a permanent resident when she was 14 where she went through the English as a Second Language Program, as English is her third language. 

While Astrid tries to visit Bosnia as often as possible, she loves calling Canada “home” because of the many opportunities to explore various landscapes and cultures.

Email: amorphet@uoguelph.ca
Phone: (519) 824-4120 ext. 56059

International Recruitment Officer

Dave was born in Caracas, Venezuela and briefly lived in the U.S and Colombia before moving to Canada.

Dave's passion for recruiting students comes from personal experience as an international student and working in international education for over eight years. He believes recruiting students is a way of adding great value to individuals' personal, academic and professional journeys. What he loves the most about the U of G is the sense of community and the unparalleled services dedicated to empowering students, faculty and staff.

During his free time, Dave attends music festivals, cheers on the Toronto Raptors, and dances to Latin and Caribbean rhythms such as salsa, merengue, bachata, cumbia, samba, drums, and calypso. He also loves performing outdoor activities and taking his dog to the park.

Email: dorellan@uoguelph.ca
Phone: (519) 824-4120 ext. 56560

Regional Representative, Africa

Meet Stuart, our Africa Regional Representative. His favourite thing about the U of G is the sense of community and diversity as well as the unique course offerings in the areas of Agriculture and Food Science and Technology!

Stuart has traveled to over 65 countries with his real passion being the people and commuinities within Africa.When he is not at work, Stuart loves to particiapte in sports including cycling, football, golf, skiing and paddleboarding.

Stuart cannot wait to hear your stories and help you discover your future school!

Email: africa@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +44 (0) 1786 824320

Regional Representative, Africa

Sarah is one of our African recruitment team members. Having started her career as a teacher, she enjoys working with students from across the region and helping them on their journey to U of G. One of the things Sarah loves most about Guelph is the strong sense of community and the support students experience from when they first start their application right through to graduation. 

Outside of work, Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors running, cycling and walking as well as cooking for family and friends. 

Email: support.africa@uoguelph.ca

Regional Representative, Latin America

Meet Paula, our Latin American Regional Representative from Colombia.

What Paula likes most about international student recruitment is being able to show Latin American students the new and great opportunities available when studying abroad. She also enjoys talking to students about how they will grow professionally from their degree and, at the same time, learn from different cultures.

What she likes most about the University of Guelph is the University's commitment and support for students to improve their lives. She also loves the sense of community found on campus at U of G. 

When she is not at work, Paula likes doing exercise, Pilates, spending time with her family, playing with her daughter, and going to the beach.

Email: support.latam@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +57 319 6511111

Middle East Strategist, UAE & GCC

Dr. Mariam is an eminent professional in the Education field based in the United Arab Emirates with over 35 years of experience and continued success. Her expertise covers Student Recruitment, Marketing, Strategic Development, International Relations and Student Experience. She has held senior leadership positions in reputed and prominent Universities in UAE and is tremendously passionate about her work.

Throughout her journey, she has worked closely with students from over 100 different nationalities. She greatly values the experience of studying in Canada as both her children graduated from universities there.

Dr. Mariam has also been the recipient of various International Awards and Accolades for Women in Leadership and for her Outstanding Contributions to the Education Sector.

Email: msmideast@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +97150-9274901

In-Country Representative, India

Abhimanyu is a marketing professional with 9+ years of experience in the areas which include marketing, client services, logistics & operations, and international education & immigration. Previously he worked as a Regional Representative for a Canadian College and Australian colleges supporting recruitment in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and markets in Southeast Asia.

Focused on continuous learning and taking an innovative approach, Abhimanyu is detail-oriented with an analytical mindset and positive attitude. He has a knack for providing high-quality customer service and career counselling. Has worked in various domains including hospitality, banking and international education. He loves to travel and explore new places, do trekking, and play outdoor sports.

Email: india@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +91 11 4125 5221

Regional Representative, Africa

Meet Iniobong (Ini) Udoh, the vibrant In-Country Representative of U of G in Nigeria.

Her love for singing, travelling, and exploring new delicacies fuels her adventurous spirit. She is an exceptional marketer, always ready to answer questions directly and assist with your academic journey.

Based in Nigeria, Ini is dedicated to fostering a strong sense of community and embracing diversity at U of G. She's thrilled to hear your stories and guide you toward your future as a Gryphon. 

Email: africainfo@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +234 803 854 3741

International Recruitment Officer

Louis is an accomplished International Recruitment Officer at U of G, bringing with him a wealth of experience and expertise in the field of international student recruitment. With over 5 years of dedicated service in this role, Louis has demonstrated a deep passion for fostering global connections and making a positive impact on the lives of aspiring students through education.

Louis firmly believes in the transformative power of education and its ability to shape a brighter future for individuals and society as a whole. His commitment to building meaningful relationships with students, their families, and educational partners has proven instrumental in creating a supportive community at U of G. 

Outside of his professional endeavors, Louis is an avid advocate for a healthy lifestyle, placing a strong emphasis on fitness and overall well-being.

Email: lzhang29@uoguelph.ca
Phone: +1 (226) 962-2158
WeChat: @UofGuelphAdmission