Meet Your Project Manager

Emma Lehmann

(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Sci’29, welcome to Queen’s!
 
My name is Emma and I’m going into my 3rd year of mechanical engineering. I’m so excited to work with you in APSC 101 and 103 this upcoming year! These were two of the most memorable courses from my first year, and I’m excited to help you navigate through the challenges and opportunities they present, and see you grow as engineers.
 
This summer I worked as the Program Development Lead for the APSC 103 course, helping to update course content and get new projects for the year! I had the opportunity to develop some exciting projects for this year with external clients such as the Canadian Space Agency, Nanofabrication Kingston, the Boiler Room, and Science Rendezvous. I learned a lot about how the course is run, and how to create effective projects and solutions that clients are happy with. I’m hoping to bring this expertise to the role of Project Manager to help your teams succeed in both 101 and 103!
 
Outside of school and work, I am an avid fantasy reader, runner, and F1 fan! This past year I was a part of the Queen’s Rocket Engineering Team on the Aerostructures subteam, building the outer structures of our rocket. This upcoming year I am joining the executive team as one of QRET’s Vice Presidents. I’m also the Presentations Coordinator for the Women in Motorsport and Automotive Industries conference, where I’m hoping to secure some high level speakers. I’m active within the Engineering Society as a member of FREC Committee (FC), and will be running your fall Orientation! Am I Chief FREC? Who knows, but I hope to see you all there! Getting involved in extracurriculars has truly made my time at Queen’s amazing, I highly recommend you do the same!
 
First year is such an exciting time, I’m here to support you and help you succeed, and am happy to answer questions and help however I can! If you have any questions at all about first year, involvement opportunities, or APSC 101 and 103, please don’t hesitate to email me at e.lehmann@queensu.ca. I’m so excited to meet all of you, see you in September!

Cassandra Koitsopoulos

(1st Year MEng Chemical Engineering)

Hi Sci’29!
 
My name is Cassandra Koitsopoulos, and I am a Master of Engineering student in Chemical Engineering. I have recently graduated from the Engineering Chemistry program here at Queen’s. I am extremely excited to work with you all as a project manager!
 
This summer, I have been working at Professional Engineers Ontario in the Project Management Office. I have contributed to several key projects within the organization and across these projects, my work has involved creating process flow maps, drafting reports, designing dashboards, facilitating workshops, and supporting data organization and analysis. This experience has helped me strengthen my skills in project coordination and stakeholder communication.
 
The previous two summers, I have been the APSC 103 development intern, where I worked on creating all of the projects, project manager training modules, and some course material. I had the opportunity to develop amazing new projects with external clients such as the Canadian Space Agency, the Toronto Police Department, Makers Making Change, and Utilities Kingston. Additionally, for APSC 103 the past two years, I worked as a PM for the Canadian Space Agency project, where students got to work on designing an auxiliary traction mechanism for a lunar rover and a robotic manipulator arm for lunar greenhouses.
 
During this year, I will also be working as a teaching assistant for some other courses, as well as continuing my thesis, where I will be designing emulsions from protein nanofibers!
 
APSC 101 and 103 were my favourite courses that I have taken at Queen’s! They are amazing as they teach many valuable skills such as problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and project management. They also offer an opportunity to apply the theoretical concepts you have learned in class to real-world situations.
 
I hope to make a positive impact on your first year here at Queen’s! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I can be contacted at nc111@queensu.ca. I look forward to meeting everybody 🙂 
Jaden Belliveau
(4th Year Engineering Physics Computing Option)
 
Hey Sci ’29! 
 
Welcome to Queen’s, and congratulations on getting accepted into Smith Engineering! My name is Jaden (He/Him) and I’m from Toronto, in my final year of Engineering Physics with a Computing Specialization. Your first year of Engineering at Queen’s is a great experience and these courses will teach you so many important skills, I am super excited to help you through the year as a APSC 103 Project Manager! 
 
I recently completed a 16-month internship with TC Energy in Calgary working as a Commercial Asset Planning Intern, where I was primarily responsible for data analytics and process optimization. I love to get involved with the Engineering Society at Queen’s! I’ve been a FREC, an Events Manager for the First Year team, a Sales Manager for Campus Equipment Outfitters (your one-stop shop for all great Smith and Queen’s merch), and Events Director for CIRQUE (Conference on Industry and Resources). I will also be the Co-Chair for the 2025 First Year Integration Conference (FYIC), an Ontario-wide conference for first-year students that you should all attend! 
 
Some of my other hobbies and interests include running, hiking, and skiing. I’m also on the Queen’s Ultimate team, and enjoy other sports like volleyball, baseball, and disc golf (and really any intramural I can sign up for). Here’s a fun fact about me: I can say the alphabet backwards in under 3 seconds! (yes, you can feel free to ask me if you meet me)
 
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out at 21jjbb@queensu.ca. I can’t wait to meet all of you! 

Fynnley Moodie

(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering) 

Hi Sci ’29!

My name is Fynnley and I’m entering my 3rd year of mechanical engineering. I’m so excited to meet
everyone and help guide you through your projects this year!

This past year, I worked a four month internship with Conrex Steel in Kingston. This was a great
opportunity for me to learn about different manufacturing methods and how some of the machinery
operates in their facility.

I am also the Aerostructures Co-Lead for the Queen’s Rocket Engineering Team this year. In this
role, I work to design and manufacture external components of high-powered rockets! Over the
summer, I had the opportunity to represent the team at the International Rocket Engineering
Competition in Texas.

I highly recommend getting involved as much as you can starting in first year. Queen’s has so many
design teams and clubs that can give you plenty of applicable skills and experience. They’re also a
great way to meet new people and make friends.

If you have any questions about your courses, life at Queen’s, or anything else, please don’t hesitate
to reach out at fynnley.moodie@queensu.ca. I can’t wait to meet you all and help you through this
year!

Tommy Macdonald

(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hey Sci’29, and welcome to Queen’s!
 
My name is Tommy, and I’m in my third year of mechanical engineering.
 
I’m pumped to be a TA for APSC 101 and 103 this year. These courses are the first step you will take in your engineering career. Throughout the next two semesters, you’re going to make lifelong memories and develop fundamental skills in design and professionalism.
 
I have been a part of the Queen’s Global Energy Conference for two years as first-year representative and sponsorship director. This past summer, I had the opportunity to work as a summer student for Parks Canada’s Highway Engineering Services in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks. Throughout this experience, I relied on the design process and report writing skills that I built in my design courses.
 
Outside of school and work, I enjoy playing intramural sports, like inner tube water polo, cooking subpar meals, and spending time outdoors skiing, fly fishing, and running.
 
I’m stoked to meet all of you in the fall, and if you have any questions about first year, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
See you all in September!
22gpn@queensu.ca

Fernanda Croce

(3rd Year Civil Engineering)

Hi Sci’29!
My name is Fernanda and I’m going into my third year of Civil Engineering, and I’m so excited to be one of your Project Managers for APSC 103!
 
This summer, I’ve been working as a Civil Engineering Intern at Thurber Engineering, where I’ve had the chance to support geotechnical investigations and coordinate fieldwork for major infrastructure projects, including the Ontario Line subway expansion. Last summer, I was a Data Analyst Intern at the Ministry of Infrastructure, where I worked with large datasets to inform infrastructure planning across Ontario.
 
Here at Queen’s, I’ve been involved in a number of student design teams and extracurriculars. I’m one of the Co-Chairs of the Queen’s Engineering Competition (QEC), where I help plan and lead a university-wide case competition. If you’re looking to get involved outside of class and put your problem-solving skills to the test, I highly encourage you to participate in the QEC this year! It’s a great way to meet people, work on real-world challenges, and maybe even represent Queen’s at the Ontario level. These roles have taught me a lot about hands-on problem solving, communication, and teamwork—skills you’ll be developing through 103 too!
 
I know first year can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to support you through your projects and help you make the most of your first year in engineering. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions—academic or otherwise! You can contact me at 22tdxb@queensu.ca 
 
Welcome to Queen’s Engineering—I’m looking forward to meeting you all!
Nathan Lueck
(4th Year Mechanical Engineering with Internship)
 
Hey Sci’29!
 
Welcome to Queen’s and Smith Engineering! My name is Nathan Lueck, and I am returning to Queen’s for my 4th year in Mechanical Engineering after completing a 16-month internship at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.
 
During my time there, I worked primarily on a technology development and integration project. I got the chance to work firsthand with AI development, with my primary responsibilities including data collection for training and machine operations. Additionally, I spent some time in the New Product Industrialization team, where I used CAD to develop tires for plant production.
 
Outside of work and school, I enjoy playing sports such as hockey and volleyball, as well as rock climbing during my spare time. I am a huge F1 fan and also a member of the Queen’s Racing Formula SAE Team on the composites sub-section.
 
I’m super excited to meet you all! First year is a lot of fun and a great chance to meet new people and do new things. If you need anything, don’t hesitate to contact me at my email 20njl3@queensu.ca. 
Fernando Coulter
(4th Year Biomechanical Engineering)
 

Hi Sci’29!

My name is Fern and I am a 4th year Mechanical Engineering student in the Biomechanical option. I’m excited to work with you guys as a project manager for APSC 101 and 103!

APSC 101 and 103 are valuable courses that will improve your problem solving, communication, and teamwork skills. You will use these skills throughout your engineering education and career.

At Queens, I have been involved with various clubs and teams, and urge you to do the same, as it can be a great way to meet new people, learn new things, and explore your interests.

Outside of school, my hobbies and interests include a wide variety of sports and activities. I am a big f1 fan and enjoy all things motor racing. I have been an avid sailor my entire life and work in the summer as a sailing instructor. I also enjoy swimming, tennis, skiing and snowboarding, cycling, and running.

I’m looking forward to meet you all this fall.  Feel free to reach out at 21fec4@queensu.ca if you have any questions. Welcome to Queen’s!

Lily-Anna Girard
(4th Year Civil Engineering)
 
Hello Sci ’29 and welcome to Smith Engineering! My name is Lily, and I am a fourth-year Civil Engineering student.
 
This past summer, I completed my third four-month internship, working as a Student Project Coordinator at Woodfibre LNG in British Columbia. I have found that the skills I gained in APSC 101 and 103 have been extremely applicable not only in my coursework at Queen’s, but also throughout my internships. You will develop valuable experience in technical writing, presenting, research, teamwork, problem-solving, and much more.
 
As I head into my final year of my undergrad, I have truly loved getting involved in the Queen’s community. Over the years, I have been a FREC and a member of OTIS during orientation week, served on the executive team of the Queen’s Concrete Canoe Team, worked at the Tea Room, and participated in other campus activities. This year, I will be working at Clark Hall Pub, returning as a Civil Engineering Mental Health Steward, and of course, I am thrilled to be a Project Manager again to help support your learning journey!
 
I love campus life and studying with friends, but when I am not at Ellis or Beamish-Munro Hall, you can usually find me reading at a coffee shop on Princess Street, listening to music by the pier, or getting a workout in after class at the ARC.
 
I am really looking forward to meeting you all and seeing everything you accomplish this year!
Théo Broker
(5th Year Mechanical Engineering with Internship)
 

Hi everyone, my name is Théo Broker and I’m heading into my final year of undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering.

Over the past 16 months, I’ve worked as an Emissions Management Engineering Intern at TC Energy in Calgary, where I was involved in projects aimed at quantifying and reducing methane emissions from natural gas infrastructure. Prior to that, I worked as a Research Assistant at Queen’s, contributing to studies in topology optimization and additive manufacturing.

In my free time, I enjoy going to the gym and play tons of sports. I play on the Queen’s Engineering Hockey team and try to get out on the ice whenever I can. Living out west for the past year, I’ve made the most of the mountains — spending my free time mountain biking, snowboarding, and hiking. I’m looking forward to working with you all this term and supporting your projects as part of this course!

Grace Giroux
(5th Year Biomechanical Engineering)
 
Hey Sci’ 29!
My name is Grace, and I’m heading into my fifth year of Biomechanical Engineering.
 
Over the past 16 months, I completed an internship at TC Energy in Calgary, Alberta, where I worked as a project manager on measurement projects. In this role, I supported the maintenance and upgrades of existing meter stations across Canada, as well as the development of new station builds.
 
Previously, I spent a summer working in quality control engineering at TAG Environmental in a manufacturing setting for geosynthetic clay liners. I also completed two summers in production and fabrication roles at Pro-Line, focusing on sewer pipe and fittings.
 
APSC 101 taught me several transferable skills that have been incredibly valuable in industry, such as problem-solving, teamwork, and communication. I’m excited for you to experience that too.
 
Outside of academics, I enjoy spending time outdoors, whether it’s hiking, camping, or going for walks. I’m looking forward to meeting you all and can’t wait to see what you accomplish this term!

Emma Fraser

(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Sci ’29!!
Welcome to Queen’s Engineering! My name is Emma and I’m a 3rd Mechanical Engineering student in the general stream. I’m really excited to work with all of you this year in APSC 101 and 103.
 
This summer I worked on the development of APSC 102, updating all the labs and doing video creation. I also helped update some of the material in APSC 162, Engineering Graphics. Last year I worked as a 142 TA, assisting in labs and assignment marking.
 
Over the past two years I’ve worked on the Queen’s Rocket Engineering Team (QRET), first as a general member, and last year as the Aerostructures lead, working on leading the construction of the airframe and flight simulations. This year I’ll be one of the Vice Presidents. I highly recommend joining any design team as this is where you get to apply all the engineering skills that you’ve learned to interesting and creative challenges.
 
If you have any questions, feel free to email me at e.fraser@queensu.ca.
Meghan Woodley
(5th Year Electrical Engineering)
 
Hello and welcome Sci’29!
 
My name’s Meghan and I’m entering my fifth and final year of electrical engineering. 
 
I am excited to return to Queen’s after spending the last 16 months completing a Test Manufacturing & Process Engineering Internship at Celestica.
 
This year I will be returning to my role as the director of design for Queen’s Bridge Building Team. My advice for all the incoming students is to get involved. Whether it’s joining a club a design team or anything else you will meet great friends, learn lots and be exposed to new things.
 
APSC 100 is a great introduction to group work, report writing and engineering. You will be challenged to find unique solutions to problems. I found this course very fulfilling, and I hope you all do too!
 
If you have any questions, feel free to send me an email at 20mlw8@queensu.ca or connect with me on LinkedIn.
Charlotte Rasmussen
(3rd Year Computer Engineering)
 
Hi Sci ’29, and welcome to Queen’s Engineering!
 
My name Charlotte, and I’m a third-year Computer Engineering student. This summer I worked at Agnico Eagle Mines as an Operational Technology intern. I was on a two-weeks-on-two-weeks-off rotation, and I learnt so much in technical areas related to my degree, different work lifestyles, cultures, and myself. 
 
At Queen’s, I love to fill my free time with friends, intramurals, sporting events or a good conference. I’ve had the opportunity to work with EngSoc as a Finance Officer, and this year I am the Queen’s University Engineering Sustainable Solutions & Technologies (QUESST) Conference’s Director of Logistics. I highly recommend taking advantage of all Queen’s has to offer, whether it be Engineering related or not, but to do so at your own pace and not feel obligated to jump in headfirst right away. Give yourself time to adjust to your new environment, make connections, and have fun! If I have one piece of advice, it would be to give yourself grace this year!
 
I look forward to working with you as a Project Manager! APSC 101 and 103 were such important courses in my growth throughout first year, as they challenged my communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. They also helped me prove to myself that I did belong in this program, and that I could overcome any challenge thrown my way.
 
I’m excited to meet you all! Feel free to reach out about anything at 22tm51@queensu.ca!
Sarah Ventin 
(3rd Year Computer Engineering) 
 

Hey Sci ‘29!

Welcome to Queen’s Eng! My name is Sarah, and I’m heading into my third year of computer engineering. I’m super excited to be a TA for APSC 101 this coming year, these kinds of courses teach you so much and I can’t wait to help you along the way. 

I love getting involved on campus – I’m a co-chair for the Queen’s University Engineering Sustainable Solutions & Technologies (QUESST) Conference and a returning Engineering Mental Health Steward for Comp ‘27. I definitely recommend getting involved — it’s an amazing way to meet people, gain new skills, and make the most of your time at Queens.

In my free time, I like catching up with friends, going to the gym and playing intramurals. Can’t wait to meet you all in the fall!

Mikayla Perrin

(4th Year Mechanical Engineering)

My name is Mikayla Perrin and I am going into my fourth year of mechanical engineering in the general stream. I am very excited to be one of your project managers!
I recently just finished a 16-month internship at TC Energy on the Portfolio Optimization team in Calgary and am very excited to be back at Queen’s. In my role I supported the decommissioning and abandonment of pipelines program, supported new tool development, and performed statistical analysis on project estimates.
Throughout my time at Queen’s I have been involved in several extracurriculars such as being a FREC and on Water Team, I helped plan the 2024 Ontario Engineering Competition, I was the Head Manager of iCons (which is a great resource for first year students!), and am working at Clark Hall Pub this year. Outside of school and work I love outdoor activities, spending time with friends, playing intramural sports, and travelling.
I am super excited to help ease your transition to university and support you through first year. Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions at 20mp35@queensu.ca and am looking forward to meeting you all!
 
Louie Howard
(5th Year Electrical Engineering with Internship)
 
Hey Sci 29! 
 
My name is Louie, and I’m heading in to my 5th year of Electrical Engineering here at Queen’s. I’m excited to work with you this year as a Project Manager for APSC 101 and 103, welcome to Queen’s Engineering!
 
I’m coming back from a 16-month internship placement at Intel, where I worked as part of the Discrete Graphics Division, helping to design and test consumer and workstation Graphics Cards. In my role I was focused on GPU Power Design and Power Management. 
 
At Queen’s, I was involved in the Queen’s Autodrive Team, a student run design team focused on developing an autonomous vehicle, as an engineer and later a director. The skills learned in APSC 101/103 were invaluable in these roles, and set you up for success.
 
Outside of school I love getting outdoors, travelling, spending time with friends, and listening to and playing music!
 
I’m happy to answer any questions you might have, feel free to reach out at louie.howard@queensu.ca.
 
Best of luck in your first year! 

Sanjana Sinha

(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Sci’29 and welcome to Queen’s Engineering!
 
My name is Sanjana Sinha and I am a third year Mechanical Engineering student. First year at Queen’s Engineering is such a unique, exciting time and I look forward to being part of your journey!
 
Last summer, I worked with the Engineering Society as a STEM Instructor at Science Quest. This summer, I am an engineering intern at Sparq Systems in Kingston where I am designing, building, and testing a wind tunnel to find an optimal angle for heat dissipation of Sparq’s inverters. This experience has been so amazing and I have truly been able to put to use skills and knowledge I have acquired from my first two years of engineering from classes such as APSC 101! 
 
Here at Queen’s, I am on the Biomedical Innovation design team as well as the co-chair for the 2026 Queen’s Space Conference. 
 
Some fun facts about me are that I love travelling, country music, lifting, and hanging out with friends! I look forward to meeting you all and guiding you through your first year experience at Queen’s! If you have any questions about first year, academics, or anything else, please feel free to reach out to me at 22VM49@queensu.ca!
Nathan Christie-Stewart
(5th Year Engineering Physics)
 
Hi Sci’29!
 
My name is Nathan and I am a 5th year Engineering Physics Student. I have spent my summers running a contracting and barging business out of Ontario, and the last year working in Project Management at TC Energy in Calgary.
 
At Queen’s I have been apart of the Formula Racing Team, and have been involved in a variety of mentorship programs and conferences. I grew up playing hockey and love ski, hike, and camp.
 
I wish you all good luck in your first year and am always just an email away at 20nacs@queensu.ca . 
 
I look forward to seeing you all in September!
Mateo Huster
(4th Year Mathematics and Engineering)
 
Hi Sci’29!
 
My name is Mateo and I am going into my fourth year of Mathematics and Engineering in the System and Robotics stream. 
 
This summer I worked at Beckhoff Automation as an Xplanar R&D Lab Intern, helping to develop automated planar motion technology. I performed tests on magnetic field interpolation and created a position measuring tool using computer vision.
 
The professionalism and design skills acquired in APSC 101, 102, and 103 are extremely impactful in the workplace, so I am excited to help guide you through the process!
 
Outside of school I enjoy hanging out with my housemates and playing intramural soccer, basketball, or casual squash.
 
I’m super excited to meet you guys this September!

Jaiden Relouw

(4th Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Sci’ 29, and welcome to Queen’s!

My name is Jaiden, and I’m very excited to be one of your APSC 101/103 project managers!

I’m entering my fourth year of Mechanical Engineering after completing a 12-month internship at Novo Nordisk in Copenhagen, Denmark. There I worked in technology innovation, optimizing current and future filling lines across global sites. I was able to apply many of the skills I learned in 101/103 during my internship—skills I’m excited to help you develop.

I enjoy traveling to new places, yoga, and spending time outdoors! I’m really looking forward to sharing everything I’ve learned during my time at Queen’s and helping make your experience just as great as mine was.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at 20jer1@queensu.ca if you have any questions. I can’t wait to meet you all!

Anna Marshall

(4th Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Sci’29!

My name is Anna, and I am going into my 4th year of mechanical engineering. Last summer, I worked as an intern for Seaspan ULC in the Integrated Logistics Support department where I gained lots of knowledge on the provisioning of large naval vessels used by both the Royal Canadian Navy and Coast Guard. Now, I am currently interning at Deloitte as a Capital Projects Analyst where I have learned so much about project management for a wide variety of large infrastructure projects.

As someone who’s passionate about getting involved in the Queen’s community, I’ve had the opportunity to contribute in a variety of meaningful ways. I’ve been involved with EngSoc’s merchandise brand, Campus Equipment Outfitters, first as a Brand Ambassador, and this past year as the Internal Sales Manager. I’ve also loved being part of Orientation Week, where I was a FREC in second year and a member of Water Team in third year. What I’ve valued most in all these roles are the incredible people I’ve worked with, the mentorship I’ve received from upper years, and mentorship I’ve been proud to pass along to first years and younger students. Outside of academics and extracurriculars, you can often find me at the ARC or playing intramurals with friends!

Welcome to Queen’s Engineering, I am so excited to meet you all!

Cameron Isfield

(5th Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Sci’28!

Hey Sci 29’ and welcome to Queen’s Engineering!
 
I’m Cameron, a 5th-year Mechanical Engineering student, and I’ll be one of your project managers for APSC 101 and 103 this year. I’m super excited to work with you all!
 
This fall, I’m returning to Queen’s after completing a 16-month internship at UPS. In that role, I got to be a part of a large-scale project, working to build an automated package sortation facility. I can’t wait to be back at Queen’s and jump back into classes. In my experience, APSC 101 and 103 teach you so much of the fundamentals of working on a project and I look forward to helping you all achieve that this year!
 
At Queen’s, I’ve been involved in various roles within the Engineering Society, including running volunteer events, helping organize design teams, and being a FREC during Orientation Week! Queen’s has tons of amazing ways to get involved, so I definitely encourage you to find something that gets you excited! Outside of class, I love being outside, usually hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter.
 
If you ever have questions or just want to chat, feel free to reach out at c.isfeld@queensu.ca.
Can’t wait to meet you all this fall!
 
Hayden Harley

(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hey Sci’ 29!
 
My name is Hayden Harley and I’m in my 3rd year of Mechanical Engineering. This last summer I’ve been working as a research assistant in Dr. Wang’s Small Scale Robotics Lab on the control and localization of a small magnetic capsule for use in the GI tract. In my first two years at Queen’s, I was heavily involved with the Queen’s Rocket Engineering Team, acting as Rocket School Director in my second year. This year I’m focusing on some more personal projects in rocketry and composites as well as working as a PM for APSC 101 & 103.
 
Taking both APSC 101 & 103 in my first year really helped my build skills in engineering design and report writing that are invaluable to me now as I work on larger and more complex projects. I hope that all of you have as useful and impactful experience as I had this year!
 
Travel and spending time outdoors are some of my biggest passions, as such I often take time to go backpacking in the mountains when I go back home to BC. On the travel front I plan on taking my QUIP internship abroad in Asia next year if I can manage it!
 
If you have any questions I can be reached at hayden.harley@queensu.ca, looking forward to meeting all of you!
 

Julia Perlin

(5th Year Applied Mathematics and Engineering with Internship)

Hi Sci ’29!
My name is Julia, and I am entering my 5th year of apple math in the computing and communications stream this fall.
 
I am just coming off of my 16-month internship at Calian, where I worked as a nuclear analyst on the environmental team. In particular, I supported environmental protection programs for nuclear plants across Canada and worked on impact assessments for new nuclear facilities. During my internship, I was able to apply and enhance at lot of the skills I developed in my design classes at Queen’s. I’m excited to share my experiences and skills as a APSC 101-103 PM!
 
At Queen’s, I’ve been part of the EngSoc Professional Development team and volunteered at O-week events. In my spare time, I like to spend time outdoors, cook, and hang out with my housemates.
 
I’m so excited to be part of your Queen’s engineering journey! If you have any questions about first year, apple math, internship, or Queens in general, feel free to reach me at 20jap9@queensu.ca.

Trent Mckinley

(3rd Year Engineering Chemistry)

Hi Sci’29!
 
My name is Trent McKinley and I’m a 3rd year Engineering Chemistry student. I’m super excited to meet you all and help you through 101 and 103 as a project manager! 
 
At Queen’s, I’ve gotten the chance to do a lot of fun things. I was a FREC and an OTIS, 131 tutor, and a challenge coordinator for the Queen’s Engineering Competition (which you should sign up for!). I’m also a manager for the Queen’s Vertical Farming Team, and the first-year EngLinks workshops and resources. So, if you’re interested in any of that stuff, feel free to reach out!
 
Queen’s Engineering has got a really unique and supportive community, especially for first years. Don’t be afraid to get involved and find out what interests you. I can’t wait to meet you all in September!
 
Michael Whitwam
(3rd Year Computer Engineering)
 

Hey Sci’29!

 

Welcome to Queen’s Engineering, I hope you had an awesome summer and are feeling excited to kick off your first year!

 

My name is Michael, and I’m one of your APSC 101 and 103 Project Managers this year. I’m heading into my 3rd year of Computer Engineering and currently working as an Electro-Mechanical Engineering Intern at Giatec. On campus, I’m part of the ReElectric design team and also serve on year executive through EngSoc.

 

Outside of school, I enjoy playing hockey, working out, and getting involved in engineering projects and leadership opportunities whenever I can.

 

I took on this role because I know the transition from high school to university can feel overwhelming, and I want to help make it as smooth and supportive as possible. I’m also passionate about helping students improve their technical writing skills, something that makes a huge difference both in class and in the real world.

 

Can’t wait to meet all of you this fall. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, see you soon!

 

Andrew Phillips

(4th Year Mechanical Engineering)

Hi Everyone!

My name is Andrew Phillips and I am currently in my 4th year of Mechanical Engineering. I am very excited to be a Project Manager this year for APSC 101 and 103! This course helped me develop valuable skills, learn about the different disciplines in engineering and meet many new people.

Currently I am working as a summer intern for a Civil Engineering firm where I have developed my AutoCad, Surveying, Project Management and Design Skills. This position has been a great learning opportunity and I am looking forward to using this experience to guide you through your APSC 101 and 103 projects!

After second year I worked as a Process Engineering Intern at Mirmil Products (An Architectural Mill-working Company). I had a great experience at Mirmil where I worked with many employees and the management team to solve problems and create operating manuals for large machines in their facility.

For the past two years I have been an Englinks tutor for first year courses. In my free time I enjoy playing sports, listening to music, and spending time with friends and family.

I am excited to meet everyone and wish you all the best in your first year of Queen’s Engineering!!

21asp13@queensu.ca

Oak Campbell
(5th Year Electrical Engineering)
 
Hi Sci ’29,
 
My name is Oak, and I’m a fifth-year Electrical Engineering student returning from internship. I look forward to meeting you all and helping you through your APSC 101/3 projects. This course teaches many important skills that I have already found useful in my early “career”, and I hope that I can help you gain the same valuable experience.
 
Over the last 16 months I have been working at AMD as an engineering Co-Op student. In my role I perform board/system level failure analysis on AMDs flagship line of AI GPUs. This has given me broad exposure — from high-level debugging of server racks to in-depth analysis of board-level power distribution/management systems. In the past I have also held multiple TA positions here at Queen’s, including previous APSC 101 work.
 
Outside of school and work, I enjoy camping and canoeing and try to take multiple trips every year. I also enjoy watching and following hockey (It’s the Leafs’ year…). On Campus, I am a member of Queen’s Rocket Engineering Team (QRET), and have helped designed multiple PCBs for the rocket.
 
I am excited to work with you throughout this year, and if you have any questions about Queen’s, first year engineering, or anything else, feel free to reach out to me at oak.campbell@queensu.ca.
Alia Anderchek
(3rd Year Mechanical Engineering)
 
Hello first year engineers!
 
My name is Alia Anderchek and I am in my third year of Mechanical Engineering here at Queen’s University. I decided to become a project manager because of how much I valued mentorship and teamwork in my own first-year projects. Having a supportive and organized PM made a huge difference for me, and I’m excited to now take on that role and help guide you through your own design journey.
 
This past summer, I worked at Magna, where I focused on continuous improvement projects for the SMT (surface-mount technology) lines. In this role, I analyzed production processes, identified opportunities to reduce inefficiencies, and implemented solutions to improve quality, reliability, and throughput. The experience gave me a deeper appreciation for process optimization, teamwork in a manufacturing environment, and the importance of data-driven decision-making.
 
Outside of APSC 101, I’m a member of the Queen’s Formula SAE team, where I’ve worked on controls design, pedal box development, and manufacturing the car in the shop. I’m also the Co-Chair for the Queen’s Women in Automotive and Motorsport Industry Conference (QWAI), an event dedicated to empowering and supporting women pursuing careers in the automotive and motorsport fields. If that sounds interesting to you, I would love to chat about the conference—or really about all things racing and car-related!
 
I hope to make your first year a positive, exciting, and memorable one! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions about the projects, the course, or even just adjusting to university life (email: alia.anderchek@queensu.ca). I look forward to working with you and seeing the amazing designs you create!
Megan Marshall
(5th Year Mechanical Engineering)
 
Hey Sci ’29!
 
My name is Megan, and I’m a 5th year Mechanical Engineering Student. I’m super excited to be one of your APSC 101/103 project managers! 
 
This fall, I am returning to Queen’s after completing a 16 month internship with the Propulsion and Power Lab at the Nation Research Council. Within this role, I worked on many different projects where I supported aerospace research though coding, designing, and data analysis. I used many of the skills I learned in APSC 101/103, as I was part of a larger team for each project.
 
Throughout my time at Queen’s I have been a part of different teams and clubs including the Queen’s racing team and the Queen’s Women in Automotive and Motorsport Conference! I have also participated in intramurals and other social extracurriculars. Queen’s has endless opportunities for every interest so I definitely recommend joining something that you think is cool! Outside of school, I enjoy camping, playing guitar, and sewing. 
 
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out at megan.marshall@queensu.ca. I look forward to meeting you all!