OUR 2022-2023 MHS EXECUTIVE TEAM

Michelle Middaugh Cifuentes

Michelle (she/her) is in her fourth year of Honours Cognitive Science of Language, and will be completing her second degree at McMaster this year. As President, her main goal this year is to enhance student life for the Humanities student body by increasing opportunities for faculty collaborations, event engagement, and student feedback. She also hopes to best represent the interests of the student body in the MHS’ daily operations. Michelle enjoys painting, swimming, and planning vacations with her friends in her free time.

Email: mhs.president@machumsociety.com

Aislinn Huang

Aislinn (she/her) is in her fourth year of Combined Honours English & Cultural Studies and History. This year, she aims to facilitate an open and communicative network within the Humanities student groups: Navy Nation, MHS-ratified clubs & societies, and the Humanities Mentorship program. In her third year as VP Internal, she is also working towards strengthening the MHS club policies to set a foundation for more widespread Humanities involvement across the McMaster community. Aislinn is always up for any concert and is frequently observed with a coffee in hand. She also enjoys exercising, exploring local shops, and cooking dinner with friends.

Email: mhs.vpinternal@gmail.com

MADELINE RAY

Madeline (she/her) is in her third year of Honours Justice, Political Philosophy and Law, with a double minor in Sociology and Gender Studies. Her goals as VP Academics are to foster a caring, supportive community of mentors and mentees (with the help of her incredible Mentorship Coordinators!) and to increase student awareness and use of the Student Initative Fund (SIF). She is also aiming to consistently share creative and helpful academic tips on the MHS social medias as a way of supporting all Humanities students in their academic endeavours. Madeline enjoys rewatching classic rom coms, listening to old ABBA records, and volunteering in her free time.

LILLIAN GUY

Lillian (she/her) is in her third year of Honours Justice, Political Philosophy and Law, and is also working to complete the Specialized Minor in Commerce as well as a minor in Social Problems, Social Policy and the Law. As VP of Administration, Lillian is committed to ensuring transparency and communication between the MHS Executive and Humanities student body. She is excited to continue to promote all things MHS alongside the rest of the Executive and her Newsletter Peripheral Team. In her free time, Lillian can be found chasing sunsets, searching for new music, or trying new local restaurants.

Email: mhs.president@machumsociety.com

Caitlyn Pinto

Caitlyn (she/her) is in her third year of Honours Justice, Political Philosophy and Law, with a minor in Social Problems, Social Policy, and the Law. As VP of Finance, Caitlyn is committed to ensuring that MHS funds are used to support students, clubs and mentorship programs. She is also determined to create a budget that allows for MHS programs and events to run smoothly. In her free time, Caitlyn enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with her friends.

Email: vpfinancemhs@gmail.com

ZAINA ZAFAR

Zaina (she/her) is in her third year of Honours Justice, Political Philosophy and Law, with a minor in Theatre and Film studies. Her goal this year is to plan and facilitate a variety of exciting events, with the help of her Social and Formal committee. She hopes that the events promote engagement in the community and create long term relationships that students can cherish years later! Zaina enjoys thrifting, listening to music, hanging out with friends and discovering new places and activities.

Email: mhs.vpoperations@gmail.com

SOFIA SMITH

Sofia (she/her) is in her second year of Combined Honours Linguistics and Theatre & Film Studies. This year, her goals are to work closely with the External peripheral team to plan and execute an exciting Arts Matters Week, and to hold a fundraiser for an organization (chosen by the Humanities student body) to give back to the surrounding community. In her free time, Sofia enjoys baking, playing tennis, going to concerts, and spending time with her puppy.

Email: mhs.vpexternal@gmail.com

KHADIJAH ELSAYED

Khadijah (she/her) is in her fourth year of Combined Honours English & Cultural Studies and Communication Studies. As VP Marketing, her goals this year are to increase student engagement with MHS promotional content, and build on the connectivity between the MHS and Humanities students as well as MHS-affiliated clubs. She also hopes to promote more ways for students to get involved with faculty events and initiatives through MHS social media platforms. In her spare time, Khadijah enjoys reading, baking, and listening to music.

Email: mhs.vpmarketing@gmail.com

Chloe Bassil

Chloe (she/her) is in first year of Humanities. As First Year Rep, she is responsible for representing first year Humanities students by making sure that their voices are being heard in executive meetings and they are being supported.

Email: mhs.firstyearreps@gmail.com

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Nadija (she/her) is in first year of Humanities. As First Year Rep, she is also responsible for representing first year Humanities students by making sure that their voices are being heard in executive meetings and they are being supported.

Email: mhs.firstyearreps@gmail.com