Hi everyone, my name is Rahee Jadhav, and I’m a second-year Civil Engineering student at McMaster. I’m excited to run for Civil Engineering Representative because I want to help create a more supportive, connected, and responsive experience for all civil students. Through my experiences in the past year and a half, I’ve developed strong communication and leadership skills. I’ve learned how to listen to different perspectives, support others, and create environments where people feel comfortable contributing. I bring that same mindset into this role, representing students and making sure their voices are heard. My platform is built on communication, academic support, and community. First, I want to improve communication between students and faculty. Students should feel comfortable sharing feedback and confident that it will be addressed. I plan to introduce simple ways to gather input, such as quick surveys and open forums, to ensure concerns are consistently heard and acted on. Second, I want to strengthen academic support. Civil engineering is demanding, and access to helpful resources can make a big difference. I hope to promote peer support systems, shared study tools, and clearer guidance for courses. I also want to advocate for more civil events to allow students at Mac to also destress and connect with others as well. Finally, I want to build a stronger sense of community within civil. By encouraging mentorship and creating more opportunities for students to interact, we can make our program feel more welcoming. As your Civil Engineering Representative, I will be approachable, proactive, and committed to making meaningful improvements for our community.

Hello, my name is Rahee! I love going to the gym🏋🏽listening to music🎶and trying new food. I actually have a food blog where I rate new restaurants, my goal is to try 100 new ones by 2027.

As a second-year software engineering student with hands-on industry experience, I've seen firsthand what it looks like when developers have the right tools, community, and mentorship. I want to bring that energy to Mac Eng. My platform is built around three pillars: building a stronger software community, creating more meaningful events, and making dev resources genuinely accessible. These aren't abstract goals, but they're things I've thought about as a student who's navigated the gap between classroom learning and real-world software development, and I'm ready to take action on all three. Let's start with community. Right now, software students often feel siloed. We grind through assignments and side projects without a strong peer network to lean on, and it can feel isolating, especially when you're deep in a bug at 2 am and have no one to bounce ideas off. I want to change that by organizing software-focused socials and casual hangouts. Low-pressure spaces where students can connect and share projects. A strong community doesn't need to be formal to be powerful. Sometimes it just starts with getting people in the same room. On the events front, I want to bring real energy back to the hackathon experience. Not just competitive, high-stakes events, but beginner-friendly build weekends where students can experiment, collaborate, and ship something they're proud of without the pressure of a leaderboard defining their experience. Hackathons should feel exciting and inclusive, not intimidating. I want to design events that welcome students at every skill level. Alongside that, I want to launch industry mentorship sessions that connect Mac Eng software students with professionals working in the field. Not polished, rehearsed panels but real conversations about internship hunting, what different roles actually look like day-to-day, how to navigate the transition from student to developer, and what nobody tells you before your first co-op. My own industry experience has shown me how much value those candid conversations hold, and I want every software student to have access to them. Finally, I want to tackle something that sounds small but makes a huge difference: dev tools and resources. Right now, finding the right software licenses, learning materials, or even just knowing what resources the faculty offers can feel like a scavenger hunt. I want to build a centralized, easy-to-navigate hub, whether that's a webpage, a well-maintained Notion, or a pinned resource in our community channels, so students spend less time searching and more time building. I'm running for Software Rep because I genuinely care about making the Mac software community a place where students feel supported, connected, and inspired to create. We have an incredibly talented student body, and I'd be honoured to represent you in doing it.

Outside of engineering, I'm a pretty big traveller. I've been to 10+ countries, and I'm always looking to add more to the list. I grew up in Calgary as a kid before moving to Toronto, so I've gotten pretty good at adapting to new places. In my free time, I enjoy dancing and filming videos or vlogging with friends because it's my favourite way to unwind and stay creative. Looking ahead, I'm really passionate about specializing in cybersecurity, as it’s the intersection of problem solving and protection in software.

My platform centres around improving both the academic experience and the sense of community within the Mechatronics program. As a program that brings together multiple disciplines, Mechatronics has incredible potential! However, this also means students often feel underserved compared to more streamlined programs. My goal is to address that directly through four key initiatives. Having been repurposed for office space, my first course of action would be to advocate for the return of the Tron Lab as a space dedicated to Mechatronics students. This centralized lab would provide students with access to necessary tools and a collaborative workspace, creating an area for individuals to work on projects even outside of coursework. Not only would this foster hands-on learning, but also support teamwork, innovation, and most importantly, confidence within a technical environment. Second, I wish to create a stronger Mechatronics presence within the school. Many students feel that Tron lacks a clear identity compared to other programs. To address this issue and advocate for students, I would push for initiatives like branded events, Tron-specific design showcases, and increased visibility during faculty events. As a result, I hope a recognizable identity will help build pride within the Mechatronics program and make it easier for students to connect with one another. Next, I would like to improve accessibility to academic support and resources. This would include organizing peer mentorship programs, shared resource hubs (past tests, lecture notes, programming help), in addition to calling for clearer communication from instructors. We all know courses can be overbearing at times, and having these reinforced support systems in place will be a deciding factor in student success. Finally, I aim to strengthen the career and industry connections available to Tron students. One challenge many Mechatronics students face is effectively positioning themselves in today’s job market. As the program spans a scope of abilities, at times students may be perceived as lacking specialization despite possessing a highly valuable skill set. I want to address this by organizing networking events with alumni, technical workshops focused on resumes and interviews, as well as sessions on the process of catering a Mechatronics background to employers. Increasing the visibility of co-op opportunities that align with our skill set, while also helping students better articulate their strengths, will allow for increased confidence when approaching the daunting job world.

I love to work with my hands! In my downtime you can find me working on cars or making my own woodworking creations, just recently I completed a full front-end rebuild of my car. I've also had the privilege of partnering with the Region of Waterloo for my small business Carved and Crafted Woodworking where I directed and worked alongside employees to create high quality artistic pieces. My work went on to be featured in stores across multiple cities in Ontario. By the end of the program, my team had earned nearly $15,000 in revenue. Last year, I was also fortunate enough to be selected as a top 6 finalist for the 1P13 Design Showcase, where my team built Map My Mart; an all encompassing automated shopping assistant with real time turn-by-turn navigation. I also enjoy spending time with my friends, particularly cooking as a group. Some of the favourite dishes we've made together so far include chicken piccata with side salad, rare steak, and shakshuka.

My name is Grady Rueffer, and I am a second year CS student going into third year. Formerly, I was a first year representative for Computer Science, and, before that, a Student Senator for my high school. I have a lengthy experience in student politics, specifically advocating for and representing fellow students. Through my experience, I've learned the importance of student voice and the student experience, especially involvement. My thought was that, as a program, our unity would be strongly united as a student body. Instead, I constantly find those who are unaware of the opportunities in front of them, or who believe there are none to be found. As a representative, I will work to ensure that all opportunities reach those who could desire them. My goal is first to bring Computer Science together as a program by providing shared workspaces for CS collaboration and ingenuity, as well as helping streamline the process for clubs (both new and old) to apply and earn funding for student-run events, initiatives, and projects. We have all had the experience of having time between class where we try to find a free space in a library, or hatch, or even in an empty tutorial room to no avail. As a representative, I will create means of finding spaces to work collaboratively as groups, as well as creating shared spaces where students can connect and collaborate on personal projects. I will also advocate for software related clubs, ensuring that their voice is heard, their mission acknowledged, and their goal achieved. Notably, I will make it easier and encourage their affiliation with the MES to have better reach with their objective. In addition, the divide between Computer Science and other engineering programs, where Computer Science students feel alienated from their fellow engineers, must be addressed. As a representative, I promise to create environments where students of all levels and specialties meet, share experiences, and better the student experience. I promise to also advocate for new experiential areas, such as an AI lab. As a continuation of this, I will ensure that uniquely Computer Science issues are properly addressed and heard on a higher level. I can assure you that there is no problem too large or too small to be addressed. I promise to be accessible and hear out any concern from any individual on any subject. Know that, as a Computer Science student, I will always represent you, no matter your status, affiliations, or level. I aim to stand for Computer Science both new and old, whether this is the first time you've heard of the MES, feel lost in your program, or even just need a place to cool off after a crazy 1DM3, 2SD3, 3MI3, or especially 2LC3. Always make sure your voice is heard and your vote is well spent. A student vote cast is one never wasted! We are all engineers, let us build a better, unified, program and faculty!

My favourite programming language is Rust (which I am currently learning), with a special place in my heart for C# (my first language) and Python (for all the projects I've made with it). I play the accordion in my free time, though I wouldn't say I'm that skilled. I enjoy music from a variety of bizarre genres, tending to lean a bit older with my tastes. I have a firm belief that, one day, disco will return. I am an animal lover, having experienced a very wide variety of pets throughout my life. From domesticated snakes, to bearded dragons and chinchillas, I've interacted with quite a few animals of different temperaments and mindsets.

Hi, I'm Daniel and I'm in my second year of Computer Science and I am running to be the Computer Science Program Representative. I have always been keen to help out my peers with their academics and I understand the incredible value of peer support. I recently joined the Computer Science Society exec team as an academic manager, and in this role I hope to help further enhance the CSS's academic support. As program rep, I would help ensure the CSS is making full use of the services & funding offered by the MES, while also advocating for increased funding and resources for academic support. Beyond that, I would ensure that the voices of Computer Science students are represented within the MES.

I am a member of the McMaster Engineering Musical. This year, I was the assistant production manager, helping make sure everyone could see and hear our show. I also enjoy the outdoors and going on long walks. I have (in several sections) walked all the way from Waterdown road to Grimsby along the Bruce Trail.

I plan to organize more iBio-specific Networking Nights within the MES. Instead of hosting general tech firms, these events will include recruiters from specialized medical device companies, biotech startups, and digital health firms. These nights will be tailored to biomedical engineering and our respective academic streams to ensure students find roles that actually align with our unique degree. In terms of "Bio" exposure, I believe we need more connection to the clinical world and education on alternative career paths. I plan on organizing clinical panels to explore high-impact jobs outside of traditional engineering routes, such as Clinical Engineering.

I've never broken a bone.

Hi! I'm Jiya and I'm in my second year of Mechatronics and iBioMed. One of the things I value most about our iBioMed community is how talented and innovative the students are. I love hearing about my peers doing really cool work, like research with profs, startups, competitions, or internships, but many of these accomplishments stay within small circles. As iBioMed Rep, I would like to create more opportunities for students to showcase their achievements and inspire others. One idea I have is starting a small iBioMed spotlight on social media, or a newsletter where students can submit short write-ups about projects they're working on, research they're involved in, or experiences they've learned from. This would help highlight the talent we have within our program, while making the iBioMed community feel more connected by celebrating the successes of students and making it easier for people to learn from one another's experiences!

I'm a part-time chocolatier and professional dancer!