Sam Vandekerckhove (he/him)

Since completing his undergraduate studies at the University of Waterloo, Sam has been keenly passionate about student health, wellbeing, and the genuine student experience on campus. He’s been involved in various positions at UW, including Assistant to the Petitions Committee in the Faculty of Arts (Examinations and Standings) and as an Academic Advisor in the Department of Psychology. Sam believes that a firm understanding of our institution’s policies and procedures assists him with finding the most suitable routes students can pursue when faced with adversity or other difficulties (academic or otherwise). Having a background in conflict resolution and communication, Sam is more than comfortable assisting students with a variety of different issues and is committed to promoting a more inclusive and supportive environment in the Faculty of Engineering. He’s also a pretty funny guy, but humour is just one of many characteristics that Sam brings to his role as the Student Wellness Coordinator for Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering!