Every journey is different, and the Class of 2025 proves just how many ways there are to grow, lead, and make an impact. From undergraduates discovering their passions to graduate students pushing the boundaries of research and application, these profiles capture the voices, values and visions that define this year’s graduating class.
Undergraduate Class of 2025
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This year’s undergraduates leave behind more than just completed degrees — they leave a legacy of curiosity, creativity, and community. Get to know the graduates through their own words as they look back on their experiences and ahead to what comes next.
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Helen Li, Computer Science Specialist with a focus in Computational Linguistics and Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Statistics Major
"Choosing computer science made me feel like I wasn’t picking just one thing, because I was able to combine many different fields, as technology manifests itself in various parts of our day-to-day life."
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Jacqueline Seal, Computer Science Specialist
"Take an elective course completely unrelated to your program of study, try out a bunch of clubs and see which ones feel the most fun and rewarding to you, and generally keep an open mind to the huge diversity of opportunities that U of T offers."
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Leo Tenenbaum, Computer Science Specialist and Math Minor
"I was already living in Toronto and had heard that U of T had a great computer science department, so it was only natural to apply."
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Sarah Walker, Computer Science Specialist with a Focus on Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence
"I thought it would be good to get a broader sense of what is out there and what people could do with computer science; that, in part, helped me decide on what I wanted to pursue or at the very least what I didn't want to pursue."
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Taylor Whatley, Computer Science Specialist
"From then on, I would often see complicated or intricate programs, and I would say, 'I want to learn how to make that,' and that motivated me a lot to improve through my computer science journey."
2025 MSc & PhD Graduates
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Ben Cookson and Sara Sabour, two graduates from the research stream, reflect on their time in the program and the work that defined it. Their profiles highlight the focus, depth, and persistence required to navigate graduate-level research, from early-stage exploration to final results.
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With a passion for theoretical computer science, Ben earned his MSc at the University of Toronto, publishing two papers at AAAI and contributing to the academic community through the Theory Student Seminar. Now pursuing a PhD at U of T, he continues to explore social choice theory and fair AI systems, aiming for a future in academia.
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Sara’s PhD journey at the University of Toronto built on her earlier master’s and groundbreaking work at Google with Geoffrey Hinton, leading to impactful research in computer vision and 3D scene understanding. Her contributions to making AI systems more robust and interpretable reflect a deep commitment to both advancing the field and mentoring the next generation of scientists.
MScAC Class of 2025
Blending academic depth with industry insight, the MScAC graduates bridges innovation and application. These profiles highlight how students navigated intensive coursework, cutting-edge applied research, and real-world internships to launch impactful careers.
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With a strong foundation in computer science from IIT Bhubaneswar and two years at Google, Aneri pursued the Artificial Intelligence concentration to blend research with real-world application. Their journey included an impactful internship at AMD in Toronto’s vibrant tech scene and has led to a fulfilling role as an AI Engineer at Chubb.
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With a bachelor’s in computer science from VIT and a passion for AI-driven user experiences, Anannya leveraged internships and research to dive straight into the program’s AI concentration. Her impactful internship at UHN’s Surgical Artificial Intelligence Research Academy (SARA) led to a role developing 3D surgical planning tools — blending cutting-edge tech with real-world healthcare impact.
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With a background in electrical engineering from Colombia and a growing passion for building technology, Carolina joined the MScAC program to bridge foundational computer science with real-world impact. Her internship at D-Wave Systems led to a full-time role as a backend developer, where she continues to grow while exploring accessibility-focused tech projects on the side.
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Graduating with top honors in AI and machine learning from Amity University, Preet joined the MScAC program to gain hands-on industry experience and broaden his technical foundation. His internship at J-Squared Technologies evolved into a full-time role blending machine learning with strategic business initiatives — fueling his growing interest in leadership and a potential future in business school.
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With a data science background from UC San Diego and early biotech internships, Barry joined the MScAC program to deepen his technical and research skills. His internship at Sanofi’s innovation hub offered hands-on experience in industry research, paving the way for a continued role in biomedical AI and a future in applied science.