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Mariam Saleem
president@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 23885
Mariam graduated from the Honours Arts and Science program with a minor in Mental Health, Addiction, and Society. As a volunteer with the MSU, she has spent much of her time at McMaster supporting students and building a campus community that feels welcoming, safe, and connected.
Her platform is rooted in making the MSU more approachable and responsive to students. Her priorities for the year include improving the MSU’s communication of its services and advocacy and strengthening student life initiatives, such as making sure all events are accessible for students.
In her free time, you can usually find Mariam enjoying a Shirley Temple from The Grind, walking around Cootes, or spending time with friends.
Arya Ebadi
vpadmin@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 23250
Arya Ebadi graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Honours Chemical Biology with a minor in Statistics. His involvement in student life through clubs, faculty societies, and MSU governance makes him a natural fit to be Vice-President (Administration).
Arya joined the MSU in his third year as a Student Representative Assembly (SRA) member, where he contributed across several areas, including ratifying clubs through the Clubs Advisory Council, supporting our peer support services, and being an active member of Executive Board, helping to guide the day-to-day operations of the MSU.
His platform focuses on strengthening internal governance and empowering student leaders. This year, a few of his big goals are revamping training for paid and volunteer staff and increasing the visibility and awareness of MSU services throughout Welcome Week.
In his free time, he enjoys playing chess, going for a swim, and spending time with those around him.
Aisha Mahmoud
vped@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 24017
Aisha Mahmoud is a student in the Integrated Business and Humanities program at the DeGroote School of Business. She has a strong track record in post-secondary advocacy and has been actively involved with the MSU throughout her undergraduate career.
Through her experience as a Maroon, part-time service manager, SRA member, and OUSA delegate, Aisha has developed a well-rounded understanding of the MSU and student governance. This year, her advocacy will focus on addressing OSAP cuts, running a get out the vote campaign for the municipal election in the fall, and engaging with university administration to address student concerns on campus.
Having grown up in Hamilton and around McMaster, Aisha is deeply committed to building an inclusive and thriving campus community.
In her free time, Aisha enjoys playing and watching sports. She is a lifelong Montreal Canadiens fan, an avid moviegoer, and an amateur cook.
William (Will) Tremblay
vpfinance@msu.mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905.525.9140 x24109
William (Will) Tremblay is pursuing a business degree with a specialization in accounting and finance. He is currently working toward his Chartered Financial Analyst and Chartered Professional Accountant designations and brings a strong financial background to his role.
Will has experience in financial planning, investment strategy, and financial literacy, and regularly helps others develop a deeper understanding of financial concepts.
His platform is grounded in optimizing the MSU’s budget and ensuring the organization has long term financial stability, while continuing to support and expand student life initiatives. This year, he plans on securing additional sponsorships for Homecoming and the Soup and Bread program, as well as laying the groundwork to transform the Level Up Lounge in DBAC into a gym essentials store.
In his free time, Will enjoys spending time with friends, tending to his plants, and helping friends and family better understand finance. He also has a passion for fitness and good food, often frequenting The Pulse and TwelvEighty.