Student Ambassadors
Below is a selection of American Student Ambassadors who are currently studying in Canada or have graduated from a Canadian university.
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Alexandra Erath
Queen's University
Hometown: Sherburne, NY
University Town: Kingston, Ontario
Major: Linguistics
Degree: BAH
Class of 2010
After having spent two years at Queen's, I can honestly say that studying in Canada has been a life changing experience. I think there is a tendency for Americans to think of Canada as simply an "extension"...
Tony Salzer
Vancouver Island Universtiy
Hometown: Seattle , WA
University Town: Nanaimo, British Columbia
Major: Tourism Management
Degree: Tourism Management
Class of 2008
My time spent at Vancouver Island University has been great. The faculty at the university are great resources and you get the chance to know them on a personal level. The natural environment of the area is amaizing and one of the most beautiful places on earth...
Betsy Moss
Ryerson University
Hometown: Cleveland, OH
University Town: Toronto, Ontario
Major: Arts and Contemporary Studies
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Class of 2010
Coming to Canada was daunting at first, but so amazing. In Toronto, there were people from everywhere. Some of my friends in residence are from Australia and one of my best friends is from Zambia, so I span the globe and the alphabet...
Matthew Fuchs
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Hometown: Saint Paul, MN
University Town: St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Major: Social and Cultural Anthropology
Degree: Masters Of Arts
Class of 2008
Studying in Canada will give you an international experience with some of the comforts of home. You will be exposed to a new culture and different ways of doing things that you will find enriching as you move through your studies....
Amanda Adams
The University of Western Ontario
Hometown: San Diego, CA
University Town: London, Ontario
Major: Biology
Degree: Ph.D.
Class of 2011
It has been a very easy transition. I love it here and I know that I'm getting an awesome education. I came to Canada for my advisor and the research he is doing, I don't regret the choice at all.
Casey Rockwell
University of Victoria
Hometown: Eagan, MN
University Town: Victoria, British Columbia
Major: Undecided
Degree: Undergraduate
Class of 2011
Having never even been to Canada before, choosing the University of Victoria was a huge leap to take. However once I arrived at UVic this fall, everyone was incredibly welcoming and friendly...
Glenn Kimball
McGill University
Hometown: Haverhill, MA
University Town: Montreal, Quebec
Major: Marketing
Degree: BCom
Class of 2009
I've been studying in Canada for over two years and have loved ever second. McGill is a fantastic place to study, and Montreal is an amazing place to live.....
Lauren Portner
University of Victoria
Hometown: Tucson, AZ
University Town: Victoria, British Columbia
Major: Biology
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Class of 2008
Coming to Victoria to study wasn't a difficult decision to make. I had been here twice before and fell in love with the place and people....
Erin Duffe
University of Victoria
Hometown: Portland, OR
University Town: Victoria, British Columbia
Major: History
Degree: History
Class of 2011
It has been an interesting experience - getting used to the metric system, celcius, and just other differences in culture - but it has been a lot of fun being up here and I love it.
Samantha McMahon
University of Victoria
Hometown: Lexington, MA
University Town: Victoria, British Columbia
Major: Political Science
Degree: Bachelors in Arts
Class of 2011
I would recommend American students take a look at Canadian schools for two vital reasons: very affordable compared to many American universities, but just as prestigious. The relationship between student and faculty is incredibly close and something that is hard to find. ...
Jake Winn
McGill University
Hometown: Falmouth, ME
University Town: Montreal, Quebec
Major: Political Science
Degree: Faculty of Arts
Class of 2010
McGill was the perfect choice. I am now living in one of greatest cities in the world among a student population that is diverse, mature, and internationally conscious. Even though McGill is a MUCH bigger school than I was used to, I still get that feeling of a close, welcoming student body with a lot of school spirit....
Nicole Wright
Simon Fraser University
Hometown: Jamestown, NY
University Town: Burnaby, British Columbia
Major: Hydrology, Physical Geography
Degree: Ph.D.
Class of 2008
If you like outdoor adventures- hiking, biking, camping, kayaking, snowboarding- as I do, you'll fit right at home in British Columbia. I love it so much that I am now living on Vancouver Island, permanently...
Alicia Lindblom
Mount Allison University
Hometown: Phoenix, AZ
University Town: Sackville, New Brunswick
Major: English
Degree: B.A.
Class of 2011
Madeleine Morgan
Mount Allison University
Hometown: Concord, NH
University Town: Sackville , New Brunswick
Major: Geography
Degree: Arts
Class of 2009
I am really enjoying my time in Canada. It's a new experience for me and I get to meet a much more diverse group of people than I would at an American college. However, I get an international experience while feeling like I'm not too far from home....
Justin Taillon
University of Guelph
Hometown: The Woodlands, TX
University Town: Guelph, Ontario
Major: Tourism
Degree: MBA
Class of 2007
I wanted to study abroad, save money, attend a worldwide respected university, and gain international experience. In Canada I was able to accomplish all of these. I am now a PhD student at Texas A&M University.....
Gretchen Lescord
Mount Allison University
Hometown: Hampden, ME
University Town: Sackville, New Brunswick
Major: Biology
Degree: BSc
Class of 2009
As far as my educational experiences go, I have been given every opportunity I’ve wanted and more. Mount Allison has challenged and helped me through many different courses. Overall, the experience has been a truly fulfilling one that I would recommend to anyone....
Kyle Fox
Simon Fraser University
Hometown: Palmer, AK
University Town: Vancouver, British Columbia
Major: Interactive Arts and Design
Degree: Bachelors of Arts
Class of 2010
Canada is definitely not America and yet it is similar enough not to experience culture shock. I chose to study here because of the international feel, while not being too far away from home. I've lived in several countries, including Germany, Australia and the US, but so far Canada has been the most flavorful because of its multiculturalism and way of life......
Bradley Coleman
Simon Fraser University
Hometown: East Brunswick, NJ
University Town: Vancouver, British Columbia
Major: Theoretical Computer Science
Degree: Masters
Class of 2007
The Economist just ranked Vancouver the most "liveable" city in the world for the 5th straight year. I love this place! My parents are here visiting right now and they're just knocked out by how gorgeous this place is...
Jeanna Hamlett
Simon Fraser University
Hometown: Arlington, IA
University Town: Burnaby, British Columbia
Major: Criminology & Psychology
Degree: B.A.
Class of 2008
Wow. My experience has been truly the best time of my life. Three main things have made Vancouver great for me: the criminology program, the city itself, and the people. I started out at Iowa State University and...
Melinda Neufeld
University of Ottawa
Hometown: Cedar Falls, IA
University Town: Ottawa, Ontario
Major: French-English Translation
Degree: B. A.
Class of 2008
After completing a B.A. in French and Spanish at the University of Northern Iowa, I was looking for a university where I could get a degree in translation. The University of Ottawa really stood out as it is well known for its translation program and the city is a beautiful, safe place...
Kenneth Montville
The University of Western Ontario
Hometown: Uxbridge, MA
University Town: London, Ontario
Major: Sociology
Degree: Honours Bachelor
Class of 2011
The combination of the nice climate, the excellent schools, and the affordable tuition is what attracted me to Canada...
Jenna Novess
Brock University
Hometown: Kalamazoo, MI
University Town: St. Catharines, Ontario
Major: Community Health
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Class of 2008
Studying at Brock has been a fantastic experience. I transferred here from Michigan State University because I wanted to receive more personal attention from my professors and attend a smaller university - cheaper tuition was an added bonus...
Keith Dauper
Concordia University
Hometown: Dublin, OH
University Town: Montreal, Quebec
Major: Specialization Human Relations
Degree: BA
Class of 2008
Coming to Montreal was the best decision I have ever made in my life. The city is truly Europe in North America. It takes someone who is spontaneous and ready for a life-changing experience to come to Canada, but it's a decision of which I will reap the benefits for the rest of my life...
Jessica Lewis
Ryerson University
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
University Town: Toronto, Ontario
Major: Journalism
Degree: BA
Class of 2010
Studying in Canada has given me another perspective on everything after living in America all of my life. I am learning what I want to learn and I am enjoying all that Canada has to offer...
Miku Gleason
Simon Fraser University
Hometown: Anchorage, AK
University Town: Burnaby, British Columbia
Major: Resource and Environmental Management
Degree: Masters of Resource and Environmental Management
Class of 2008
I have really enjoyed getting to know Canadians, and exploring and experiencing the subtle yet plentiful differences between the culture in BC and that of Western Washington and Alaska. This is an incredible place to live, and I would recommend it to every American student, because it really does give you a larger perspective on the workings of the world, and life in general...
