MPP Student ambassadors
Curious about the Master of Public Policy program? Why not speak to one of our students?
The MPP program has a group of dedicated student ambassadors to help you understand and navigate the program. To speak with one of our MPP student ambassadors, contact mpp.admissions@utoronto.ca.
Get to know this year's ambassadors below!
Manvir Mangat
Manvir is a dedicated second-year candidate for the Master of Public Policy degree at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy at the University of Toronto. Her policy interests include tech policy, digital governance, AI, and digital accessibility. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from York University. In her spare time, Manvir enjoys watching and playing soccer.
Jinyan Li
Jinyan is doing a Master of Public Policy degree at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto double majoring in Political Science and Economics. Her current academic interests: (1) the respective political economy in central banking, sovereign debts, and trade and monetary policies; (2) energy and technology (ex., AI, digital currency, etc.) regulations; (3) Canadian federalism, Constitution, judicial politics, and (comparative) legal analysis; (4) political representation and identity politics; and (5) the ancient, modern, and contemporary political thought. In her spare time, she’s a varsity curler and classical piano player.
Matthew McLeish
Matthew is a second-year Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. With a Joint Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences in History and Political Science from the University of Ottawa, he brings a nuanced understanding of historical and political contexts to his policy work. Matthew continues to work as a Policy Analyst with Transport Canada, having previously held analyst roles with Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada. In addition to his professional and academic responsibilities, Matthew is actively involved in student leadership as the Program Advisor for the Master of Public Policy Student Association. In his free time, he is an avid reader and a passionate fan of the Montréal Canadiens.
Lynette Furtado
Lynette Furtado is a second-year Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. She previously earned a degree in law, sociology, and public administration from York University. Her primary policy interests encompass immigration, education, law, and justice. Currently, Lynette serves as Co-Director of the Mental Health Policy Initiative, while also continuing her roles as Team Lead with both the Public Good Initiative and Cystic Fibrosis Canada. In addition, she holds the position of President of the Master of Public Policy Student Association (MPPSA) at the Munk School. Outside of her academic and professional pursuits, Lynette is a Talks Speaker with Jack.org, a Canadian nonprofit dedicated to youth mental health. She is also a classically and jazz-trained singer and pianist, specializing in teaching students with cognitive disabilities. In her personal time, Lynette enjoys reading and cooking.
Tashyana Davidson
Tashy is in her second year of the Master of Public Policy program at the Munk School. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and Science from McMaster University and has worked in program development in non-profit disability services. She has also worked as a writer and in the learning design industry. Tashy is interested in co-operative housing, care economy issues such as long-term care, and the intersection between political philosophy and public policy. She volunteers with the Public Good Initiative and the Public Policy and Governance Review.
Tasha Romeyn
Tasha is a second year Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Social Justice Certificate from Simon Fraser University. Tasha has worked for the federal government as a Program Assistant at Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada and as a Jr. Policy Officer at Women and Gender Equality Canada. In 2022-2023, she co-led an initiative called Year of the Salish Sea, for which she engaged with municipal governments, members of the general public, and attendees at various conferences, speaking about ocean stewardship and governance.
Cassidy MacNeil
Cassidy is a second-year Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. She holds a Bachelor's in Conflict Studies and Human Rights from the University of Ottawa. As a Policy Analyst at the Privy Council Office, Cassidy worked on justice, public safety and equity policy. At the University of Toronto, she is an Associate Editor of the Public Policy and Governance Review and Logistics Coordinator for L'Association de la francophonie de l'école Munk. In her spare time, Cassidy enjoys reading, playing intramural sports and exploring Toronto.
Alexander Carter
Alexander is a second-year MPP student at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, is developing his skills as a policy consultant with the Public Good Initiative, focusing on newcomer settlement strategies. He's also actively involved in various Student-Led Initiatives (SLIs) and Case Competitions at Munk, applying classroom learning to practical scenarios. Fluent in both Mandarin and English, Alexander brings a diverse, multicultural perspective to his studies and classroom.
Steffi Hebel
Steffi is a Master of Public Policy student at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Guelph. During her undergraduate degree, she was the head of the Student Advocacy Centre at the University of Guelph. Throughout her academic journey, Steffi has been deeply interested in community engagement and student mentoring. She is passionate about research relating to the areas of comparative politics. Steffi has a keen interest in studying languages and learning about other cultures.
Grace (Yoon Sung) Lee
Grace is a second-year Master of Public Policy student at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. Emphasizing in Public and Non-Profit Management and Administration, and real-world experience with digital policy and cyber security, Grace has a breadth of experience in policy analysis and management in a range of disciplines. In addition to these areas, she has a longstanding interest in criminal justice and immigrant rights. Aside from her professional life, Grace loves painting and a variety of other artistic projects!
Thomas Yue
Thomas is a Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Contemporary Asian Studies from the University of Toronto. He had numerous private and public sector internship experiences within and outside Canada, including PwC, University of Toronto Centre for the Study of Global Japan, and Competition Commission (Hong Kong). Thomas is passionate about public policy economics and climate policies. Additionally, Thomas has a strong interest in comparative politics in the Asia- Pacific region. Thomas is fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese and has hobbies in writing, photography and soccer.
Anna Hancin
Anna is a first-year Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Public Policy and Governance from St. Francis Xavier University in Nova Scotia. At the Munk School, Anna is actively involved in student leadership as the Graduate Students' Union Representative for the Master of Public Policy Student Association and an Event Coordinator for the Mental Health Policy Initiative. In her free time, Anna enjoys reading, spending time with her family and friends, and participating in community events.
Yifei Wang
Yifei Wang is a Master of Public Policy candidate at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Social Science in Public Administration from the University of Ottawa. Her primary policy interests encompass economics, environment, and innovation. Yifei has dipped her toes into both the public and private sectors in Canada and China, brings a diverse and global perspective to her work. She loves exploring how policies play out in different environments and figuring out what makes them work. ‘Currently, she is actively involved in student leadership and engagement. She serves as a Policy Consultant in 2 SLIs with the Public Good Initiative and the Munk Environmental Working Group and manages alumni relations for the University of Toronto Chinese Students and Scholars Association. She is fluent in French, Mandarin, and English. Outside of academics, she enjoys K-pop dancing and gaming (and sometimes livestreams, too!).