Alumni Association

If you are a graduate of Ontario Tech University, you are automatically a member of our Alumni Association!

The Alumni Association Council (AAC) represents all graduates of the university and is responsible for carrying out the mission of the Alumni Association. The Council has up to 10 members who serve two-year terms.

There are three Council committees including Governance, Engagement and Finance. Committee involvement provides opportunities for enthusiastic alumni volunteers to build skills and contribute to the development of the university and our alumni network.

Alumni Association Council (AAC)

Mission and Vision
Vision

Connect. Engage. Succeed. Celebrate.

Mission

Inspire Ontario Tech University's global alumni community to feel connected and supported through programs and services designed to promote the spirit of lifelong success and alma mater pride.

Values

The following values are fundamental to the success of the Alumni Association:
- Integrity and Respect: We embrace honesty, inclusivity and equity in all we do.
- Honesty and accountability: Our actions reflect our values, and we are accountable for both.
- Dedication to quality and intellectual rigour: We strive for excellence with energy, commitment and passion.
- Pursuit of innovation: We cultivate creativity, adaptability and flexibility in our students, faculty and staff.

Meet your current AAC Members

Meet your 2025-26 AAC members!

Members of alumni association council.
	Angelique Dack '24, Chair Angelique graduated in 2024 from the Bachelor of Arts program, specializing in Political Communication. Throughout her time at Ontario Tech, she has held several volunteer positions such as Ambassador, Equity Advocate, Digital Community Crew, FSSH Peer Leader, Marketing Director for the Board Game Club and two-term President of Enactus. Additionally, she has worked in various departments, such as the Office of the Registrar, as the Downtown Tour Guide, Student Engagement and Equity as the Ambassador Program Assistant, then transitioning into the 2SLGBTQ+ Program Assistant and most recently as the VP Downtown for the Ontario Tech Student Union. Presently, Angelique works at Ontario Tech as an Administrative Assistant for Brilliant Catalyst while serving as team advisor and Director of Alumni Relations for Enactus. As a member of the Alumni Association Council, Angelique hopes to continue engaging Alumni and ensuring the Downtown campus Alumni experience is part of the Council’s priorities.
	Joshua Sankarlal '21, Vice-Chair Josh Sankarlal graduated in 2021 from the Bachelor of Information Technology program, majoring in Game Development and Entrepreneurship. During his time at Ontario Tech, he was deeply involved in student leadership and advocacy, serving as President of the Game Development Students’ Association and later as President and CEO of the Ontario Tech Student Union (OTSU). In this role, he led several major initiatives, including policy reform to improve access to affordable course materials, expansion of student employment and volunteer opportunities, and enhanced access to mental health coverage for students. Beyond his work with the OTSU, Joshua represented Ontario Tech at the provincial level through the Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance (OUSA), where he championed student advocacy and governance transparency. His passion for improving systems extends to his current interests in transit advocacy and innovation in governance. As Vice-Chair of the Alumni Association Council, Joshua hopes to strengthen the connection between Ontario Tech alumni and the broader community, while continuing to advocate for meaningful, student-informed decision-making within the university’s ecosystem.
	Brett Murphy '08 Brett Murphy is currently Senior Manager of Economic Development and Investment Attraction with the City of Oshawa. He Holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Ontario Tech University (2008), a Master of Business Administration from McMaster University (2011) and is a Certified Economic Developer (Economic Developers Association of Canada, 2025). Brett completed executive education programs in strategic marketing management at Harvard Business School and Brand Management from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. He has served as a sessional instructor in the Faculty of Business and Information Technology at Ontario Tech University, instructing courses such as Consumer Behaviour, Principles of Marketing, Marketing Management and Marketing in the IT sector.
	Hoi Man Leung '21 Hoi Man Leung is a healthcare professional who holds both a Master of Business Administration from University of Fredericton and a Master’s in Education from Ontario Tech University. The latter of which was completed during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous professional growth during a period of significant change and uncertainty. Throughout her healthcare career, Hoi Man has been dedicated to supporting the development of future professionals through preceptorship and mentorship. She also takes pride in creating positive learning experiences for students and new practitioners, helping them build confidence, strengthen their skills, and successfully transition into the workplace. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Hoi Man is actively engaged in community causes that support women and minority groups. She is passionate about advancing awareness, encouraging meaningful dialogue, and contributing to initiatives that create opportunities for empowerment and positive change. Through her work, volunteerism, and commitment to lifelong learning, Hoi Man strives to make a lasting impact by supporting others, strengthening communities, and helping create environments where individuals can learn, grow, and succeed.
	Tima Shah '25 Tima Shah is a Learning Experience Designer with a passion for governance. She is an Ontario Tech honors graduate, holding a BA in Educational Studies with a specialization in Adult Education with Digital Technology (2025). Through her varied roles within the Faculty of Education, Tima engaged with the full student lifecycle, from welcoming excited prospective students at orientation and providing peer support, to congratulating them at graduation. Additionally, she supported the university in revamping its Adult Learning specialization by conducting curriculum audits and environmental scans, preparing program recommendations, and leading the program’s certification under I4PL industry standards. Previously, Tima served as a director, chair, and spokesperson for the Centennial College Student Association (2020–2023), where she discovered that standard governance training is often not designed for students. To address this, she created student-friendly, illustrated governance models specifically for student association boards. Her training models have been delivered in several associations across Ontario. Explore her work at TimaShah.com As a member of the Alumni Council, Tima looks forward to developing strategies to connect with alumni and ensure the council meets the evolving needs of the community. As a graduate of an online degree program, she is particularly interested in expanding council offerings to support the growing number of distance-learning alumni.
	Alyssa Williams '20 Alyssa Williams is an Applications Specialist at Fibics Incorporated. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Ontario Tech University, and is currently completing her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering focusing on characterizing 3D nanoscale biological events with advanced electron and ion microscopes. Alyssa is very passionate in science communication and mentorship within the STEM field. At OntarioTech, Alyssa participated in several outreach initiatives including the Ambassador program, Peer Leader program and the Mental Health Advisory Committee. She is eager to connect with the OntarioTech community, especially the OntarioTech Alumni community. As a member of the Council, Alyssa aims to support community building initiatives and explore creative opportunities to connect current and graduated OntarioTech members.
	Robina Brah '17, Governance Chair Meet Robina Brah, an esteemed Ontario Tech Graduate, who holds a Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Psychology with a distinguished minor in Criminology. Beyond her academic achievements, she shines as a beacon of community leadership, fueled by an unwavering passion for active community engagement. Presently, she holds the esteemed position of President within a reputable Not-for-Profit Organization called Community. This esteemed organization is committed to fostering safer, more inclusive communities by means of invaluable community partnerships. Robina's unwavering vision entails empowering all communities to attain the pinnacle of community safety. Additionally, she holds the esteemed position of Vice President at EHCOnomics Inc., an innovative Ed Tech Company. Within this role, Robina demonstrates her expertise in engagement, adoption, and technology. EHCOnomics Inc. stands at the forefront of the industry, equipping businesses with a proven and adaptable framework for alignment. By facilitating alignment between multiple parties, Robina paves the way for transformative partnerships that foster growth and development. Robina recently achieved a remarkable milestone as the author of an enchanting children's book titled "A Pandemic Adventure." This captivating tale transcends the confines of the pandemic, delivering a profound message of unity and togetherness within communities. She attributes her transformative journey and growth to the invaluable experiences she garnered during her time at Ontario Tech University. The profound impact of her education at the university continues to resonate in every facet of her endeavors. Robina takes great pride in being an esteemed Ontario Tech alumna, having received recognition as a recipient of the Alumni Association Philanthropic Award. She is elated to have the opportunity to give back to the Alumni Community, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among current and future alumni. With a heartfelt commitment to building a close-knit community, Robina aims to support and empower her fellow alumni on their respective journeys.
	Shiv Mangal '23, '24 Shiv Mangal graduated from Ontario Tech with a Bachelor of Information Technology in Networking and IT Security (2023), followed by a Master's in IT Security with a specialization in AI (2024). During his time at Ontario Tech, Shiv was part of NetSoc's executive committee as CFO, where he helped the committee host events such as Tacops, a popular capture-the-flag networking and cybersecurity hackathon, building one of the university's most hands-on technical community events and mentoring students entering the security field. He also worked as a Teaching Assistant throughout both degrees, supporting students in networking and security coursework. Shiv currently works as a Staff Functional Consultant at Oracle NetSuite, where he leads end-to-end ERP implementations for manufacturing and mid-market enterprise clients. His work increasingly focuses on applied AI adoption within enterprise systems, an extension of the AI specialization he built at Ontario Tech. As he reconnects with Ontario Tech's Alumni Association, Shiv hopes to help bridge the university's technical and security community with industry, supporting the same kind of hands-on, student-led learning that shaped his own path.
	Sean Kell '13 Sean Kell is a Engineering Graduate from the class of 2013 who did the Mechanical - Mechatronics program. Sean works as a Sr. Lead Mechanical Engineer at Celestica helping the Global Automation Team with solution concepting, design, and 3D simulations. During his time at Ontario Tech, Sean was heavily involved in Student Clubs, Orientation Week, and the Engineering Society. Sean has previously served on the council from 2015 to 2020, helping in various areas of the Engagement Committee, Governance Committee, and Elections Committee. Outside of Council and Work, Sean takes up a variety of activities from playing Bass Guitar to doing Live Streams. Sean's motto is "Variety is the best Spice".
	Farhan Maghrabi '24 In 2024, Farhan graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree in Nuclear Engineering. He entered the program, already holding a diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology. While a full-time student at Ontario Tech, he secured numerous employment positions within the institution as well as externally. He also got involved in several research projects that spanned from 2021 to 2023. Under the university works program, he also worked as a Sustainability/Asset Assistant at the Office of Campus Infrastructure and Sustainability. In his final year, he volunteered on the Program Curriculum Committee (PCC) for the Nuclear Engineering department, where he served as the student representative. As a member of the PCC, he had provided his input based on his own experience as well as the feedback provided by his peers on restructuring the program map in accordance with industry demands. Now that he is an Alumni of Ontario Tech University, he looks to continue his contribution to the institution in a meaningful way!

Alumni Association

Alumni Association Council (AAC)

Vision

Mission

Values

Angelique Dack '24, Chair

Joshua Sankarlal '21, Vice-Chair

Brett Murphy '08

Hoi Man Leung '21

Tima Shah '25

Alyssa Williams '20

Robina Brah '17, Governance Chair

Shiv Mangal '23, '24

Sean Kell '13

Farhan Maghrabi '24

General

Meeting Agendas and Minutes

2025-2026

2024-2025

2023-2024

2022-2023

2021-2022

2020-2021

2019-2020

2018-2019

2017-2018

2016-2017

2015-2016

2014-2015

2013-2014

2012-2013 | Founding Members