The Student Engagement and Wellness (SEW) Committee is all about building community, connection, and support for students in the Applied Disability Studies (ADS) department at Brock University.
Run by students, for students, SEW brings together student volunteers to help make your time in the program more engaging, satisfying, and connected—no matter which campus you’re on (St. Catharines, Burlington, Toronto, or Ottawa).
We’re here to represent the voices of our diverse student body, create meaningful opportunities to connect, and make sure students feel heard, supported, and included every step of the way.
Get to know the SEW committee
PhD (Applied Behaviour Analysis), Second Year
Taylor has been part of SEW since its beginning in 2021. She first joined as an MA student specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and is now pursuing her PhD in ABA. She’s excited to stay involved with the committee to promote student engagement, build connections across campuses, and meet fellow grad students. Her favourite part of SEW is helping create meaningful student connections and fostering a sense of community.
Outside of school, Taylor can usually be found chatting about her dog Ross, working on a craft project, or brewing another cup of coffee. She’s always open to new music recommendations—and will never say no to a reality TV binge.
Lead of ADS Student Research & Clinical Presentation Day
MA (Applied Behaviour Analysis), Second Year
Charles is a full-time student in the Master of Arts Applied Disability Studies program specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Under the supervision of Dr. Rosemary Condillac, he is currently conducting research examining organization training programs for human service staff to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) set and achieve their goals. Charles has been working in the field for several years, primarily with adults with dual diagnosis, IDD, mental health, addictions, etc. that engage in various treatment and community engagement capacities.
When not completing coursework, research, or working in the field, Charles enjoys activities such as: being creative with music or movement, attending concerts/musicals/plays, hiking, playing board or video games, his dogs, reading, and writing.
As an ADS student ambassador, Charles wants to help create fun and engaging events for students that not only help improve connections with fellow students, the department, or Brock, but also to help increase awareness and access to activities associated with self-care and wellness to help people navigate through the graduate student experience.
Lead of SEW Podcast and Social Media
MA (Applied Behaviour Analysis), Second Year
Aparajita (known to her friends as Trisha) is a full-time student in the Master of Arts in Applied Disability Studies program, specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Under the supervision of Dr. Julie Koudys, she is exploring the fascinating world of habit formation through a behavioural analytic lens. Aparajita is committed to integrating the technical knowledge gained through her studies with practical, real-world applications to improve everyday lives. Her enthusiasm for ABA is infectious, and if you spend even five minutes with her, you’re bound to hear her favourite saying: “ABA is everywhere.”
Beyond work and academics, Trisha likes to channel her creativity into songwriting, singing, and capturing the chaotic charm of grad school life through fun videos on social media. Her perfect day off? Relaxing on the beach with a vanilla iced latte in hand, surrounded by good vibes, great friends, and maybe some karaoke to end the night.
As an ADS student ambassador, Aparajita is on a mission to build a warm, inclusive, and connected community. She’s passionate about planning events that help students unwind, recharge, and bond, whether that means wellness workshops, coffee (and tea) chats, or simply fostering a more balanced graduate experience.
Lead of Student Outreach
MADs (Applied Behaviour Analysis), Second Year
Ana is a full-time student in the Master of Applied Disability Studies program, specializing in Applied Behaviour Analysis. Her experience supporting people across various settings, including school boards, hospitals, private clinics, developmental centres, and non-profit organizations, has fueled her passion for behaviour analysis!
When she’s not in front of a computer doing schoolwork, you can find Ana enjoying intramurals, rock climbing, discovering local coffee shops, going to the gym, exploring Niagara, watching the Toronto Raptors (unfortunately) not make the playoffs, and spending time with family and friends.
As a Student Engagement and Wellness Committee member, Anahita hopes to help foster a stronger sense of community within the program by supporting events and initiatives that bring students together and promote well-being!
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