Western Global Ambassadors
What is it like to be student at Western? Where do our students have their classes? How is life outside of the classroom? Where do they grab a cup of coffee in the morning?
The International and Exchange Student Centre is always looking for new ways to connect new international students with our current students to improve your Western experience.
Our Western Global Ambassadors are current upper-year students that come from different countries, speak a variety of languages, and pursue various majors and interests on campus. They are excited to talk to you, answer your questions and share with you a personal and informative connection to Western University. Chat with them online to know more about their first-hand experiences at Western!
Xiaowen
Studio Arts, 3rd year, Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Home Country: China
I Speak: Chinese
What I like most about Western:
I like Western because it isn't just my school. It is absolutely my home away from home. I feel so comfortable here and it wasn't as hard of an adjustment as I had thought it would be.
Things I enjoy doing:
I enjoy painting and meeting friends on the weekend.
Chikaodili
Medical Science, 3rd year, Faculty of Science/Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
Home Country: Nigeria
I Speak: Igbo
What I like most about Western:
I love the Western student experience; there are many unique events and clubs — such as the Purple Fest, Orientation Week, International Week and the African Student Association — which cater to my diverse interests and provide opportunities to make new friends.
Things I enjoy doing:
In my spare time, I enjoy dancing with my dance team, watching movies at Western Film and discovering new food spots with my friends.
Leen (Yutong)
Genetics and Biochemistry, 4th year, Faculty of Science
Home Country: China
I Speak: Chinese
What I like most about Western:
I like the diversity that Western has and its great support for every student.
Things I enjoy doing:
When I'm not busy with school or studying, I enjoy hiking, exploring nature and working out.
Lucy
Actuarial Science and Financial Economics, 3rd year, Faculty of Science
Home Country: Canada
I Speak: French
What I like most about Western:
I love the people here at Western the most. I’ve made such great memories with a diverse group of people I’m happy to call my friends!
Things I enjoy doing:
Working out and then going with friends to try new restaurants.
Kate (Kyurim)
Medical Science, 3rd year, Faculty of Science/Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
Home Country: South Korea
I Speak: Korean
What I like most about Western:
I've met so many incredible peers and staff at Western. Aside from the amazing academic programs, the social aspect really enriched my experience as a student.
Things I enjoy doing:
I'm still surprisingly keeping up with my 2017 new years resolution and been going to the gym a lot! I feel like it really helped with both my physical and mental health.
Lara
Pathology, 3rd year, Faculty of Science/Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
Home Country: Canada
I Speak: French and Turkish
What I like most about Western:
The student support from professors and classmates!
Things I enjoy doing:
I like to watch adventure/comedy movies, travel and learn about new cultures.
Qian
Management and Organizational Studies (MOS), 2nd year, Faculty of Social Science
Home Country: China
I Speak: Chinese
What I like most about Western:
Western is just like a small society, I can get help from all sides here.
Things I enjoy doing:
I really enjoy participating in various activities and acquiring learning and networking opportunities offered by Western.
Cecilia
Chemistry, 3rd year PhD, Faculty of Science/School of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies
Home Country: Mexico
I Speak: Spanish, French, Greek, Italian
What I like most about Western:
All the activities organized for international students. They really help you to connect with other students.
Things I enjoy doing:
Going to Western Rec Centre to do some exercise and then have lunch at Barakat.
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