Zoe Perenack
Zoe Perenack
Conference Chair

Zoe is in her final year at McGill, completing an Honours degree in Political Science with a minor in Linguistics. Her research interests centre on the politics of language and symbolism in East Central Europe. When she isn't busy, you'll find her working through her collection of Penguin Clothbound Classics.

Elisia Wong
Elisia Wong
Vice Chair Submissions

Elisia is in her fourth year at McGill, completing a Joint Honours degree in English Literature and Political Science. Her research interests span feminist theory and rhetorical writing, political economy, and the politics of language. When she's not busy — a rare and treasured occasion — she makes a point of doing absolutely nothing. She is also known to many as the one who's constantly talking about being a figure skater.

Jôsi Pretto Simmons
Jôsi Pretto Simmons
Vice Chair Logistics

Jôsi is in her final year at McGill, double majoring in Political Science and International Development Studies with a minor in Education. Her research interests focus on education policy and the inclusion of Black history in educational curricula. When she isn't busy, she loves cooking and baking.

Mariam George
Mariam George
Vice Chair Marketing

Mariam is in her third year at McGill, completing an Honours degree in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy. Her research interests range from race and ethnic politics to political sociology. When she's not buried in course readings, she enjoys a good book and attempting new recipes.

Special Thanks

Polity: URC would not have been possible without the generous guidance and support of the PSSA. Special thanks to Bogdan Sava and Andalus Disparte, whose hard work, dedication, and countless hours of effort were instrumental in bringing this conference to life.

Bogdan Sava
Bogdan Sava
President, PSSA
Andalus Disparte
Andalus Disparte
VP Academic, PSSA