Marianne Simm

As Director of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (GSPA), Marianne works collaboratively with the teams across GSPA to support our graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. She advises on graduate studies matters, including marketing and recruitment, communications, admissions, enrolment and academic records, theses and examinations, convocation, employment and funding, and University policies and procedures.

Marianne has spent her entire career working in the postsecondary sector and enjoys getting to know students and understanding their stories. Her favourite memories are of attending two former student weddings, both on the beautiful island of Barbados.

Within GSPA, you will find staff and faculty who are committed to ensuring the success of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. We are open to feedback, suggestions, and opportunities to explore solutions with you. 

Responsibilities:

• Senior management oversight
• Manager of GSPA:
  • Academic Records
  • Admissions
  • Financial aid
  • Convocation
  • Government reporting
  • Marketing and Communications
• Leadership direction, change management and support:
  • Academic programs
  • Student Experience
  • Experiential Education
• Financial and budget oversight
• Human Resource Management
• Space
• Member of Senate Graduate and Research Council
• Member of Graduate Operations Committee
• Resource to Graduate Student Relations Committee, Provost's Advisory Committee on Graduate Student Support