Mariia Andreiko, a now-finance graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University, shares her experience of coming to Canada from Ukraine as an international student, breaking out of her shell and making connections, and getting involved with student groups around the Ted Rogers School and the rest of the University. Mariia came to Toronto before her first-year at TorontoMet without knowing anybody or having any roots in the city. Mariia used her new surroundings as an opportunity to make connections with people on campus, receiving mentoring from numerous resources, speaking to alumni, and getting involved with student groups around the university. Mariia served as a TedPack Mentor for a number of years, helping guide first-year Ted Rogers School students, and developing deep connections within the Ted Rogers School community. Mariia credits the connections and network that she developed over her undergraduate studies as one of the key reasons she was able to land internships as well as a full-time job post-graduation. 

After her graduation this year, Mariia now serves as the Program Coordinator for Bootcamps for the Business Career Hub at the Ted Rogers School of Management. 

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.