Future Students

Talk to a Recruiter

Hello from Team Recruitment! We are happy to answer your questions about becoming a UWinnipeg student.

For general inquires, please contacts us at 204.779.UWIN (8946) or welcome@uwinnipeg.ca

To contact us directly:

Alex Gachanja - Student Recruitment Officer

Recruitment Areas: Winnipeg, rural Manitoba

Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya I came to Canada to pursue my university education. Beginning at Trent University in Ontario, I moved to The University of Winnipeg where I graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration ('08) and a Bachelor of Arts in Conflict Resolution ('12). As a student I enjoyed the small class sizes, student-professor interaction, mentorship, and quality of teaching at the University. I also took advantage of the many opportunities for experiential learning available at UWinnipeg such as attending conferences in Toronto and Montreal as well as getting involved with the Institute for Community Peace building through Menno Simons College. 

Living and working in downtown Winnipeg has provided me access to an amazing community, great entertainment, good food, as well as wonderful attractions such as the Manitoba Museum, Exchange District, and the soon to be opened Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

The University of Winnipeg has been instrumental in both my academic and personal growth, outside of work I'm an avid sports fan (soccer, basketball and hockey), love to travel, cook, the outdoors, and music!

If you have any questions about student life, programs, or applying to The University of Winnipeg feel free to contact me at al.gachanja@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.789.1494

Premal Modha - Student Recruitment Officer

Recruitment Areas: Winnipeg, rural Manitoba, Ontario, Middle East and The United Kingdom

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba I graduated from Maples Collegiate and then went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in History at The University of Winnipeg in 2006. During my time at university I had the opportunity to get involved with the Indo-Canadian Students’ Association (ICSA), where I helped plan fundraisers and community events.  I enjoyed my time at The University of Winnipeg so much that I returned in 2009 to pursue a second major in Politics and currently, I am working on the requirements to enter a Master's program in History.

Outside of work I enjoy playing guitar, soccer and running. I am an avid music fan and try to attend as many concerts as I possibly can. Working for UWinnipeg has been a great experience and allows me to actively commute to work! I look forward to working with future students to help them find their place at The University of Winnipeg.

If you have any questions about student life, programs, or applying to The University of Winnipeg contact me at: pr.modha@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.789.1490

Jenni Danino - Student Recruitment & Communications Officer

Recruitment Areas:  Winnipeg, rural Manitoba and The United States of America

I am a proud graduate ('09) of The University of Winnipeg with a BA in Rhetoric and Communications. As a student, I was involved with The University of Winnipeg Students' Association (UWSA) where I had an incredible time meeting and working with international students. I am a downtown Winnipegger and I make the most out of our fabulous and vibrant city. I am a frequent fringer, avid movie and concert go-er, and I love trying new restaurants.

Now, as a Recruitment Officer, I live AND work downtown! I get to visit with future students to discuss their options for coming to university. I travel to rural Manitoba and Minnesota for different career and University fairs, and to give presentations about The University of Winnipeg. I find our downtown campus a fantastic place to be, and hopefully you will too! 

If you have any questions about, student life, programs, or applying to The University of Winnipeg contact me at: je.danino@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9976

Emily Fjeldsted - Student Recruitment Coordinator

Recruitment Areas: Winnipeg, rural Manitoba, Germany

In my role as Student Recruitment Coordinator I look for ways to expand and improve the recruitment team’s efforts to support and connect with future students while still visiting schools, attending fairs and meeting with students from various backgrounds to help them find their place at The University of Winnipeg.

A graduate of the French Immersion program at Vincent Massey Collegiate, I went on to complete a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Modern Languages in Quebec City (’08).  Upon my return to Winnipeg, I settled into a downtown neighbourhood and rediscovered everything that our sunny city has to offer.  Just a 15-minute walk from the UWinnipeg campus, I’m able to take advantage of the University’s top-notch fitness centre and enjoy the unique restaurants, entertainment outlets and shops nearby. The University of Winnipeg, being located in the heart of downtown, is an exciting place to study and I look forward to helping future students discover all that UWinnipeg has to offer! 

If you have any questions about student life, programs, applying to The University of Winnipeg or organizing visits/recruitment events, please contact me at: e.fjeldsted@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9764  

 

Karyn Kibsey - Student Recruitment Coordinator
(English Language Program)

Recruitment Areas: Brazil, China, Colombia, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Vietnam

As the Student Recruitment Coordinator at The University of Winnipeg English Language Program, I am pleased to welcome you to an accomplished and innovative University.

Our English Language Program offers many opportunities to meet the needs of students and/or professionals, such as: the Canadian Workplace Experience Program, One-month Short Term Programs, Full-Time Academic (University Preparation) Programs, and more.

I welcome inquiries from international students and school administrators. If you would like to arrange for a visit or meeting either at UWinnipeg or your campus, please contact me at k.kibsey@uwinnipeg.ca or call 204.789.1434