President
To me, PAUSE is more than a society – it’s a vibrant community where students passionate about psychology come together to connect, grow, and support one another. As President, I’m dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that not only enriches our collective knowledge but also provides mentorship and meaningful opportunities for every member to thrive. Through events, roundtables, and workshops, we aim to inspire curiosity and empower each other, ensuring that PAUSE remains a source of both academic and personal growth here at UTM.
Benjamin Koshy Jacob
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Specialist, Biology Minor, Biomedical Communications Minor
VP Administration
To me PAUSE is a society that helps spread knowledge on psychology, mental health, and opportunities to students. It’s to support students interested in psychology better their knowledge on opportunities and networking to build their experience.
Amreet Gill
Year: 2
Program: Psychology Specialist
VP External
To me, PAUSE is a space where I can connect with new people beyond the classroom and build a sense of community. It’s a supportive environment that raises awareness of educational and research resources and opportunities present on and off campus. PAUSE also offers a variety of experiences, from organizing events to contributing to meaningful projects, all while growing alongside others who share the same interests.
Farhia Mohamud
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Specialist, Forensic Science Minor
VP Finance
PAUSE is an important association for the experience of psychology undergraduate students at UTM. It is a privilege to be a part of this incredible community to share our passion with. I enjoy working and having fun alongside students that are likeminded!
Maryelena Arias
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Major, Sociology Major
Senior Advisor
Jawahir Mohamed (she/her) is a first-year PhD student in the Department of Psychology at the University of Toronto. As the senior advisor, she supports the development of PAUSE executives, promotes active membership, and aims to ensure effective communication and collaboration within the society. Having first joined PAUSE in her third year of undergrad, Jawahir has grown personally and professionally, and enhanced her mentoring skills, which she is deeply passionate about. In her free time, Jawahir likes to read, get new ear piercings, and watch anime.
Jawahir Mohamed
Year: 1
Program: PhD in the Department of Psychology, Experimental Psychology
Communications Director
Marketing Coordinator
Dawn Chang
Jacqueline Agyei-Odame
Events Coordinators
Silas Liening
Leah Latif
Social Media Coordinators
PAUSE is important to me because it has given me the opportunity to connect with other students within the psychology community at UTM. It’s a great society that has introduced me to a lot of opportunities and people while being both fun and educational.
PAUSE, for myself and others alike, is an opportunity to reach beyond our academics and nuture a community that chases the same goal and explores the growing world of psychology! I'm extremely excited to see what this opportunity has to offer and bring all I can to the table!
PAUSE is about creating a space where we can explore and connect over our shared passion for psychology. It’s a way to make the field relatable and impactful by curating content and events that bring psychology into our everyday lives, fostering both learning and a strong sense of community!
PAUSE to me represents a community, a place where we can all connect over our love for psychology and grow together as a collective. Being the Social Media Coordinator for PAUSE is a way for me to connect with other students who share my passion for psychology. It's about creating a space online where we can all learn, share ideas, and a way to create a sense of unity, here at UTM.
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Specialist, Economics Major, Business Minor
Year: 3
Program: Forensic Psychology Specialist, Cinema Studies Minor
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Major, Biology Minor, Philosophy Minor
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Major, English Minor, Creative Writing Minor
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.
I look forward to things we can achieve this year!
I've been an active member of PAUSE since my first semester. After recognizing that this association was the main community hub for Psychology students at UTM I began attending most meetings. PAUSE has thus always provided me the necessary social sphere of like-minded people, and especially a connection to upper year Psychology students and mentors which I feel has helped me develop greatly over the years!
Anna John
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Major, Criminology Major
Layla Zarroug
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Major, Political Science Major
Mentorship Coordinators
Isabella Tomanelli
PAUSE has been a major part of my time at UTM through receiving guidance in the mentorship program in my first year and having a place to meet other students in psychology programs. I’m so excited to work with my teammates to direct a helpful and uplifting mentorship community in psychology here at UTM!
PAUSE, to me, represents a transformative journey that nurtures both individual and academic growth. As a mentorship coordinator, I see PAUSE as a key platform for fostering connections, learning, and support. It’s about building a collaborative community where individuals with shared interests come together to exchange insights, overcome challenges, and celebrate successes. We empower each member to pursue their goals with confidence, all while fostering a deep sense of belonging and community.
Ren Ng
Isabella Tomanelli
Year: 3
Program: Neuroscience Specialist
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Major, Criminology Major
Associates
Akaila Wright - Events
Year: 2
Program: Psychology Specialist, Education Studies Minor
Fun Fact: Loves watching planes
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Chara Pantelides - Marketing
Year: 2
Program: Psychology Major, Anthropology Minor, Classical Civilisation Minor
Fun Fact: From Cyprus
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Charlotte Man​ - Social Media
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Major, Sociology Minor, Education Studies Minor
Fun Fact: Likes to take pictures on her camera
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Ilham Ahmed - Events
Year: 2
Program: Biology Major, Chemistry Major
Fun Fact: Brain is the only organ that named itself
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Jessica Chiem - Marketing
Year: 2
Program: Psychology Major
Fun Fact: Likes to crotchet
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Nicole Tran - Communications
Year: 3
Program: Psychology Major, Religious Studies Minor, Sustainability Minor
Fun Fact: Loves being active; plays pickleball, volleyball, tennis and baseball
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Sabrina Coppinger - Social Media
Year: 5
Program: Psychology Specialist, Biology Minor
Fun Fact: Loves watching medical shows such as Grey's Anatomy & The Resident
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Tala Alsaid Suliman - Events
Year: 4
Program: Psychology Specialist
Fun Fact: Horror video game enthusiast
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Zara Razi - Administration
Year: 2
Program: Psychology Major, Forensic Science Minor, Biology Minor
Fun Fact: Enjoys creative writing and writing short stories
