Meet the Executive Team
Committed to the Cause
Coming together from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences, our skilled leaders are the backbone of PSAC 902. Their ideas help shape the direction and mission of our organization as it continues to develop and adapt to the changing labor landscape. Read on to learn more about some of our incredible members.
Krysten Spencer-Mueller
Hi, I'm Krysten [she/her] and I am a PhD student in Developmental Psychology.
I currently work as a TA and an RA in the Psychology Department. In my spare time, I like exploring the hiking trails throughout Ontario with my two Australian Shepherds. I look forward to supporting my fellow TA's this year as we get that much closer to a collective agreement. Please feel free to reach out with any concerns and/or suggestions you may have regarding your TA experience!
Manel Miaadi
Vice President
Hi! My name is Manel (she/her). I'm currently a graduate student at the Master of Applied Politics program with interest in migration, citizenship and border security studies. It is an honor to be among the Union Executives. Together we can reach our common goals! Feel free to reach out to me with any questions.
Daniel (Danny) Moore
Secretary Treasurer
I'm Danny. I'm a second year PhD student at Laurier studying Young Adult literature and Queer Theory. I am the secretary (and acting treasurer, though that may change soon) for PSAC Local 902.
Constanza Uribe-Banda
Communications Officer
(She/her) Hi, I'm a third year PhD student in Developmental Psychology and I also work as a TA in my part time. During my free time I love travelling and exploring new places, I also enjoy cooking and trying new foods.
Taliesin Ho-Devine
Equity Officer
Hello! I'm Taliesin (like Allison with a T in front) and my pronouns are he/him/they. I am currently in the MA Cultural Analysis and Social Theory program and TA in the Sociology department. I am thrilled to be your Equity Officer and I hope that I can provide a warm and supportive environment for everyone so that we continue to have a diverse and inclusive voice in our Union. When I'm not busy with work, I love to play video games, watch NBA basketball (go Raptors!) and go to the movie theatre!
Jazmine (Jaz) Raine
Chief Steward for Waterloo
Hi I am Jaz (they/them) and I am a grad student studying within the field of Social Gerontology. As a a student with interdisciplinary interests I have worked in a number of departments that include Political Science, Global Studies, and Sociology. I am an avid rock climber, ceramicist, and writer and I am looking forward to supporting you this year!
Clarissa Kurzawski
Chief Steward for Brantford
I am in my first year of the Master of Arts in Criminology program at Wilfrid Laurier University. I graduated from Wilfrid Laurier with a Bachelor of Arts in Youth and Children Studies and Criminology, with a minor in Psychology. I got involved with the PSAC Local 902 to represent Brantford students, although we are a small campus, we are mighty. I look forward to representing and working with the Brantford students for the 2021-2022 year!