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Abigail McMunn
Abigail McMunn is passionate about fostering connection and access to opportunity. As 2024–25 Co-President of the McMaster Pre-Law Society, she helped expand programming that connected students with legal professionals, hosted panel discussions, and provided resources for students exploring a future in law. Abigail also served as a Teaching Assistant in the School of Earth, Environment & Society, where she supported students’ academic journeys. Beyond the classroom, Abigail was a dedicated youth mentor with CityKidz, a non-profit organization supporting underprivileged children and families in Hamilton. She remained actively engaged in campus life through intramural sports, social events, and study sessions with peers. Abigail completed her Honours degree in Environment & Society and will be pursuing a law degree at Osgoode Hall Law School, where she hopes to continue advocating for equity, community engagement, and environmental justice. |
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President’s Award in Student Leadership: Madison Brennan
Madison Brennan has been fortunate to be surrounded by leaders whose grace and intentionality have shaped her growth. When she first arrived at McMaster, this inspired her to explore, engage, and connect with the community. She joined Jack.org, MSU SWHAT, Welcome Week, and became a tour guide. Her experience as a Tour Guide Leader and Acting Tour Coordinator in the Recruitment Office helped build her confidence as a student leader and allowed her to support an incredible team while contributing to McMaster’s welcoming environment for incoming students. These roles led to positions such as Vice Planner Internal for Social Sciences Welcome Week and undergraduate representative on the Anthropology Social Committee, both focused on fostering connection and student support. Through these experiences, Madison developed a leadership style rooted in empathy and inclusivity, helping others find their place at McMaster. Her goal as a leader is to ensure McMaster is a place where everyone feels they belong, knows they have something valuable to offer, and is given opportunities to lead – just as McMaster has done for her. |
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President’s Award in Student Leadership: Darci Debassige
Darci, who is Anishinaabe kwe from M’Chigeeng First Nation, served as co-chair of the McMaster Indigenous Health Movement for the last two years. In that role, she led initiatives such as conferences and workshops in collaboration with the Indigenous community at McMaster and beyond. Darci also enhanced student life as a Welcome Week representative for Indigenous Student Services and participated in the 2024 IndigiNerds research program through the McMaster Indigenous Research Institute. Her undergraduate thesis explored the experiences and identities of Indigenous medical learners, emphasizing equity in healthcare education. |
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