Episodes

  • 22. Dana Kokoska - Student Community Steward, Part-Time Artist, and Full-Time Electrical Engineer in Training

    22. Dana Kokoska - Student Community Steward, Part-Time Artist, and Full-Time Electrical Engineer in Training
    Mar 15 2023

    Introducing Dana Kokoska (ECE 2T0 + PEY)

    Dana Kokoska is an Electrical Engineering graduate of the University of Toronto. While at U of T, she held many leadership roles in artistic and community-building/outreach activities, such as Vice-Chair Marketing for F!rosh Week in 2020, Director of Hi-Skule, Resident Advisor at Girls Leadership In Engineering Experience (GLEE), and Graphics Executive on the Frosh Handbook Committee. When she graduated in 2021, she was named a 'Grad to Watch' and received the L.E. (Ted) Jones Award of Distinction from the Engineering Alumni Network.

    Read Dana's letter to first-year engineering students during Frosh 2022 here: https://dearfrosh.com/dana.html

    Resources mentioned with Links

    • Electromagnetic Courses: ECE 320 Fields & Waves, ECE 422 Radio and Microwave Wireless Systems, ECE 424 Microwave Circuits
    • DaydreamyDesignShop - Dana's Etsy Shop
    • GLEE or Girls Leadership In Engineering Experience
    • YNCN - You're Next Career Network
    • Honeywell - Careers

    How to get in touch with Dana

    • Email: dana.kokoska@mail.utoronto.ca
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-kokoska/

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    This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.

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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • 21. Kathy Zhuang - International Student Experience, Interview Tips, and Machine Intelligence Engineering

    21. Kathy Zhuang - International Student Experience, Interview Tips, and Machine Intelligence Engineering
    Mar 1 2023
    About Kathy Zhuang (EngSci Machine Intelligence 2T2 + PEY)Kathy is an undergraduate engineering student completing the Machine Intelligence major within the Engineering Science program and graduating in 2023. She has completed summer research internships at UC Irvine, the University of Toronto Intelligent Sensory Microsystems Laboratory (ISML) and the BMO Lab in Creative Research. She has industry experience at Huawei, where she completed her Professional Experience Year as a Machine Learning Research Engineer, and at Amazon as a Software Development Engineer Intern. She has also contributed to U of T Engineering's design teams as a 3D Object Detection Engineer with aUToronto and an Autonomous Rover Team Electrical Team Lead with the University of Toronto Robotics Association (UTRA).Notable Quotes“Doing things I want to do instead of doing things I should.” - Kathy Zhuang“Before I know what I want to do, I always look for the one that gives me more opportunities.” - Kathy Zhuang, on decision makingResources mentioned with Links Engineering Science DisciplinesEngineering Communication Program (ECP)Intelligent Sensory Microsystems LaboratoryESROP Engineering Science Research Opportunities Program)  - UofTLeetCodeCracking the Coding Interview Book & WebsiteSTAR Interview MethodBook: Counselling for Toads: A Psychological AdventureDistill.pubHow to get in touch with KathyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yue-kathy-zhuang/Instagram: kath.yue_zSubmit to our Suggestion Box if you have a great guest idea or request!This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/were-in-it-together. License code: AT02WGQJBZNM4PMH
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 20. Yilin Huang - AI Governance, Effective Altruism, International Education, and Designing a Great Career

    20. Yilin Huang - AI Governance, Effective Altruism, International Education, and Designing a Great Career
    Feb 22 2023
    About Yilin Huang  (MSE 2T0 + PEY, Current MSc. Candidate in Science, Technology & Policy @ ETH Zurich)Yilin Huang is a graduate of the Materials Science & Engineering undergraduate program at the University of Toronto. While at U of T, she completed an academic exchange at the National University of Singapore, did her PEY in Switzerland, was a violinist with Skule™ Nite's Band, the Lausanne Student Chamber Orchestra in Switzerland, and the Hart House Orchestra.Notable Quotes"if you want to figure stuff out, you want to take the risk at the beginning, if there’s something you want to try, you better try it now.” - Yilin Huang, on finding your path.“Life is equal no matter where we are... one dollar may go a long way in a worse place.” - Yilin Huang, explaining the philosophy of effective altruism."We don't quit enough things." - Yilin Huang, unconventional advice for undergraduate students.Read Yilin's letter to first-year engineering students during Frosh 2022 here: https://dearfrosh.com/yilin.htmlResources mentioned with LinksCentre for International Experience - UofTMaster in Science, Technology and Policy - ETH ZurichDAAD: German Academic Exchange ServiceThe Cansbridge Fellowship80000 hours Podcast80,000 Hours Website & Career AdvisingCentre for Effective AltruismHow to Take Smart Notes: - Sonke AhrensResources on Effective Altruism: Programs Effective AltruismThe Introductory EA programAGI Fundamental Courses - Effective Altruism CambridgeStandard Existential Risks Initiative - StanfordArticles about YilinEngineering Grad to Watch - Yilin HuangHow to get in touch with YilinEmail: yl.huang@mail.utoronto.caLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yilin-huangSubmit to our Suggestion Box if you have a great guest idea or request!This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/were-in-it-together. License code: AT02WGQJBZNM4PMH
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • 19. Ben Sprenger - Becoming a generalist, Formula Racing Vehicles, Global Engineering, and Making Films

    19. Ben Sprenger - Becoming a generalist, Formula Racing Vehicles, Global Engineering, and Making Films
    Feb 15 2023
    About Ben Sprenger  (MechE 2T0 + PEY, Current MSc. Candidate in Robotics, Systems and Control @ ETH Zurich)Ben Sprenger is an undergraduate mechanical engineering graduate from the University of Toronto, and was named an Engineering Grad to Watch based on his multifaceted work as a filmmaker, fieldwork he conducted in Mongolia with the Munk School of Global Affairs, and his leadership of the University of Toronto Formula Racing Team among others. At the time of publication, he is completing his MSc. in Robotics, Systems, and Control at ETH Zurich in Switzerland.Some of Ben's FilmsRoad to ColomboWhen Food Goes BadNotable Quotes“I didn't have anything to act in, so I decided to make my own film.” - Ben Sprenger, on how he was drawn to filmmaking"There is no better way to learn than just jumping right in." - Ben Sprenger, on exploring new opportunities"There is literally nothing I cannot learn, if you give me the time and put in the effort." - Ben Sprenger, on his favourite quality about himselfResources mentioned with LinksOn the Road by Jack KerouacField NotesAnalogy as the Core of Cognition - StanfordThe University of Toronto Formula Racing TeamReach AllianceMunk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy - UofTthe Art Gallery of OntarioArticles about BenHow one U of T Engineering student made the world his classroomEngineering Grad to Watch - Ben SprengerHow to get in touch with BenEmail: bsprenger@ethz.chLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bensprenger/Submit to our Suggestion Box if you have a great guest idea or request!This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/were-in-it-together. License code: AT02WGQJBZNM4PMH
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    1 hr
  • 18. Prof. Elham Marzi - Engineering Business, Organizational Behaviour, and Einstein's Teaching Formula

    18. Prof. Elham Marzi - Engineering Business, Organizational Behaviour, and Einstein's Teaching Formula
    Feb 8 2023
    About Professor Elham Marzi (BA, BIS, Masters, PhD - Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto)Professor Elham Marzi graduated from the Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto as a PhD with a specialization in human resources and organizational behaviour. Elham is now director of Engineering Business and the International Virtual Engineering Student Team (InVEST) program at the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering at the University of Toronto. She also teaches the courses JRE 420 People Management and Organizational Behavior and APS 500 Negotiation in an Engineering Context. Notable Quotes"My teaching philosophy is Einstein's Formula E = mc^2 : Engagement = motivate, connection and communication." - Elham Marzi"There is so much left to go....the world is bigger than I thought." - Elham MarziResources mentioned with LinksBasecampAdam Grant  - Think Again and Originals BookPodcast – Adam GrantX-CulturePOWER skillsToronto Public LibraryThe Role of Empowerment on the Relationship between Flexible Work Arrangements, Work-Life Balance, and Job Satisfaction in the Canadian Public Sector - by Elham MarziISTEP - Institute for Studies in Transdisciplinary Education and PracticeEngineering Business MinorInVEST - International Virtual Engineering Student Teams ProgramUofT Academic Appeals BoardFaculty Council - Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering - Faculty Council Standing CommitteeOrganizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management PhD ProgramProfessor Joseph Wong - REACH AllianceHow to get in touch with Prof. Elham MarziEmail: elham.marzi@utoronto.caLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elhammarziSubmit to our Suggestion Box if you have a great guest idea or request!This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/were-in-it-together. License code: AT02WGQJBZNM4PMH
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 17. Dr. Cori Hanson - Supporting Student Leaders, First Year Student Experience, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion

    17. Dr. Cori Hanson - Supporting Student Leaders, First Year Student Experience, and Equity, Diversity, Inclusion
    Feb 1 2023
    Cori Hanson has served at the university for over a decade, first as a residence coordinator at New College, holding other roles such as Assistant Registrar. She is familiar to many students as a former advisor in the first-year office, staff liaison of the Undergraduate Engineering Research Day (UnERD), and currently leading efforts in EDI (Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) as the founder of the Engineering Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Group at U of T Engineering.Notable Quotes"Learning is not one size fits all, and so goes for the university experience. More flexible and accessible experiences will be the way forward at every university and every program."  - Cori Hanson, on undergraduate learning."The community is changing, and how do we make sure it's an inclusive space for everyone?" - Cori Hanson, on building an inclusive community."(I) bring student leaders into a space and see what they do with it." Cori Hanson, on her most rewarding experience of working with FASE.Resources mentioned with LinksTask Force and Action Groups and InitiativesEngineering Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action GroupTowards inclusive practices session, overcoming imposter phenomenonJoint Task force on mental health academic advisingWhat student don’t understand is tapping into a system of support is big part of being a successful studentTechnology Enhanced Active Learning Community of PracticeFirst-Year and Upper-Year ResourcesGuide to First YearGEAR mentorsEngCEOsMental Health Academic AdvisingResearch ResourcesLearning abroadSummer Research Program within EngineeringUndergraduate Engineering Research DayFirst-Year Research FellowshipResearch Catalogue - ClnxUofT Engineering Undergraduate FAQ pageHow to get in touch with  Coriemail: cori.hanson@utoronto.caSubmit to our Suggestion Box if you have a great guest idea or request!This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.Music from Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/sonda/were-in-it-together. License code: AT02WGQJBZNM4PMH
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    1 hr and 49 mins
  • 16. Dean Chris Yip - Leading Remotely During COVID-19 and How to Maximize your Engineering Education

    16. Dean Chris Yip - Leading Remotely During COVID-19 and How to Maximize your Engineering Education
    Oct 2 2022

    About Dean Chris Yip (Current Dean of Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering @ University of Toronto)

    Dean Chris Yip began his term as Dean of the Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering in July 2019. Before this, he served two years as Associate Vice-President in the University's International Partnerships Office. Dean Yip received his B.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry from the University of Toronto in 1988 and his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota in 1996.

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    Notable Quotes

    • “Ask questions...Don't just be a passive receiver of information... be an active participant in your learning."  - Dean Chris Yip, on his advice to undergraduate students.
    • "I'm persistent in ensuring success." - Dean Chris Yip, on his favourite quality about himself.
    • "You're going to be successful."   - Dean Chris Yip, responding to What is one thing you'd reassure younger students about?

    Resources mentioned with Links

    • Coffee with Chris Yip Podcast
    • Academic Advising at UofT Engineering
    • What is the Skule™ Community?
    • UofT Engineering Alumni & Friends
    • UofT Engineering CONNECT

    How to get in touch with Dean Chris Yip

    • Instagram: @uoftengdean
    • Email: dean.engineering@utoronto.ca

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    This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.

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    54 mins
  • 15. Minha Ha - Engineering Ethics, Education, and Finding Career Sponsorship

    15. Minha Ha - Engineering Ethics, Education, and Finding Career Sponsorship
    Jul 20 2022

    Introducing Professor Minha Ha (Current PhD Candidate, Lassonde School of Engineering @ York University)

    Minha Ha is a PhD Candidate at IDEA-Lab at the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University. She is also a session instructor at the Troost Institute for Leadership Education in Engineering at the University of Toronto. She currently teaches TEP447, The Art of Ethical & Equitable Decision Making in Engineering. She holds a Master's Degree in Education from the University of Calgary and an undergraduate degree in molecular biology from McMaster University. 

    Notable Quotes

    • Q: What's the most significant area of growth you've experienced in your journey?
      • "Starting to find my voice." - Professor Minha Ha
    • Q: What has been your most rewarding experience as an educator?
      • "Seeing my students find their voice." - Professor Minha Ha
    • "If it's got value, it's got to fit." - Professor Minha Ha, on value creation in engineering.
    • "I need to know where I end and where you begin." - Professor Minha Ha, on the importance of boundaries.

    Resources mentioned with Links

    • Minha's Course - TEP447: The Art of Ethical & Equitable Decision Making in Engineering
    • People Mentioned:
      • Dr. Brian Golding - Department of Biology, McMaster University
      • Dr. Yvonne Herbert, Werklund School of Education
      • Dean David Wilkinson -Faculty of Engineering, McMaster University
      • Dr. Shinya Nagasaki - Faculty of Engineering, McMaster University
      • Professor Doug Reeve - Troost Ilead, the University of Toronto
    • Paulo Freire: Inquiry & Violence
    • Good2Talk
    • In Search of Criminal Responsibility: Ideas, Interests, and Institutions

    Articles on Minha Ha 

    • Doctoral Student Minha Ha takes her teaching seriously

    How to get in touch with Minha Ha

    • Email: m.ha@utoronto.ca
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minha/

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    This podcast is supported by the Hart House Good Ideas Fund, the Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, the Department of Chemical Engineering, and the Engineering Alumni Network, all at the University of Toronto.

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    1 hr and 9 mins