Anne-Marie Roy (moderator):

Anne-Marie works in Industry Engagement and Development at the University of Ottawa, where she fosters partnerships between employers and students through experiential learning, career development, and workforce engagement initiatives. Drawing on experience in both talent development and work-integrated learning, she is passionate about helping organizations connect with emerging talent and explore new approaches to identifying skills and potential. Her work focuses on strengthening collaboration between employers and postsecondary institutions to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving world of work.

Gabriel Ramsay:
Gabriel leads the design and implementation of experiential learning initiatives that help transform education and prepare students for the future of work. For more than a decade at the University of Ottawa, he has advanced career and experiential learning programs, strengthening CO-OP and Work-Study opportunities while launching innovative initiatives such as the In-Depth Experiential Learning Stream (IELS) and Student-Led, Individually-Created Courses (SLICCs). He also contributed to the development of the University's Experiential Learning Framework and competency measurement strategies, ensuring students gain the skills and experiences needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world shaped by AI, economic shifts, and social change.

With a background in social work and environmental studies, Gabriel brings a multidisciplinary perspective rooted in empowerment, systems thinking, and creativity. Passionate about helping students realize their potential, he approaches his work with empathy, optimism, and a belief that meaningful learning happens when curiosity, reflection, and real-world experience come together.

Kady Diarrassouba:

Kady is a Communication student whose uOttawa experience has been shaped by a deep commitment to experiential learning. Through co-op placements, work-study opportunities, student leadership, and extracurricular initiatives, she has developed strong skills in communications, journalism, and content creation. Kady has written for The Gee and La Rotonde, where she served as Sports and Wellness Editor and is the incoming Editor-in-Chief. During her co-op placements with Quebec’s Ministry of Employment and Social Solidarity, she gained valuable public sector communications experience by drafting press releases, media lines, and web content. Beyond the classroom, she has represented her peers as Vice-President, Academic Affairs for the Communication Students’ Association and strengthened her leadership, teamwork, and innovation skills through Enactus and the Faculty of Social Sciences Challenge. Her diverse experiences reflect a passion for storytelling, collaboration, and community impact.