Alex Sauve is a driven content writer and journalist who got his first work (“Hey Dude, Pass the Botox”) published in 2016. In 2020, he broke timely news on Canadian passengers stranded on a cruise ship due to COVID-19. His passion for continuing to create engaging content led him to pursue book and magazine publishing and journalism at Centennial College. As a homebody, he spends a typical day cooking or keeping things tidy at home. When he’s not busy being a neat freak, he streams comedy and horror shows online. As a fur parent, he is quite fond of his adorable Shih Tzu, Ty. He earned his degree in Political Science and English Literature from Western University.
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A graduate of the University of Saskatchewan’s Bachelor of Education program, Adele Paul spent ten years globetrotting and working in the field before making the switch to writing in 2015. After launching her own blog, she began freelance content writing for a variety of digital and print publications including Canadian Living, Reader’s Digest, CAA Magazine, Prairies North, and dozens of others. In 2016, she accepted the position of Editor at Family Fun Saskatoon where she transformed the local events website from its infancy into a well-known media entity which attracts local and multi-national brand advertisers. Adele delivers content that is impactful, unique, and, most importantly, that establishes a connection with the consumer. She is excited to expand her writing portfolio with Centennial College’s Communications—Professional Writing program and hopes to employ her skills growing small businesses in Saskatchewan. When she is not writing, you’ll find Adele hiking the Meewasin trails with her besties or drinking tea at home with her family.
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A curious, inquisitive storyteller at heart, Devon Cornelius has spent the last 8 years bringing his joyful demeanour and imaginative spirit to the non-profit sector, empowering children and youth both in Canada and abroad. While his academic background in biotechnology has allowed him to explore his analytical and scientific interests, he finds himself most fulfilled when he is creating: cooking with food from his own garden, imagining new worlds with his two daughters, and exploring the natural hidden gems in his hometown of London, Ontario. He is excited to cultivate his love of storytelling in the Professional Writing and Communications program at Centennial College, developing himself into a freelance writer who brings elements of hope and inspiration to the page and to his clients.
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Dylan Godfrey is a musician, artist and writer. Originally from Stoney Creek and currently
living in Toronto, Dylan has a bachelor’s degree in Music from York University, where he also
spent time in the Concurrent Education program. Dylan has always had an affinity for writing
and his strong skills in personality management, clear communication, and making people laugh have led him to explore his potential at Centennial College.
Since graduating, Dylan has mainly worked as a professional musician and within the tourism industry, and these fields of employment have led him to encounters and dealings with
a wide array of people and personalities. Dylan believes these experiences have helped him
gain an understanding of the personal needs and desires of different types of people, which will
benefit him when collaborating with writing clients.
Away from the classroom and when not playing gigs, watching sitcoms or analyzing
jokes, Dylan enjoys spending his time raising his two gerbils, Jim and Dwight, and patiently
sitting through hourly briefings regarding the activities of said gerbils from his wife, Samantha.
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Gillian Brandon-Hart is a professional writing student who loves travelling, the outdoors and animals. She graduated from St. Thomas University in New Brunswick with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Public Policy. Gill hopes to further develop her skills in the Professional Writing program at Centennial College. She has a background in website and social media management, photography and editing. Gill has experience in the political and non-profit sectors and has studied and worked abroad. She enjoys learning about other cultures and is studying French and Japanese.
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Giselle Gardonyi is a natural adventurer. After attending George Brown College, she put her creative skills to work in the fashion industry, where she explored every corner of the business. She worked in areas such as textile design, catalogs and packaging. Her designs were purchased and sold by retailers across North America. She is also an avid solo traveler, a passion that was applied in work typesetting trade publications for the travel industry. Giselle is excited to continue her journey with Centennial College’s Communications—Professional Writing program where she plans to combine her experience in creative design with a fresh and polished writing style. She is never happier than when discovering a new locale, rummaging through thrift stores or visiting libraries in her hometown of Toronto.
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Jenny Popelyak is a lifelong learner and an expressive writer. She comes to the professional writing program with a Bachelor’s degree in English from Bishop’s University and a certificate in Social Media Marketing from George Brown College. Jenny hopes to use her time at Centennial to develop a diverse portfolio that demonstrates her penchant for language and her passion for clear communication. When she’s not teaching English or reading books, she is likely at a spin class, drinking coffee, or practicing for her eventual appearance on Jeopardy.
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Joelle Berlet is a passionate writer and diligent reader with a strong moral compass. Be it dreaming of establishing herself as a successful novelist or devouring autobiographical essays from the likes of David Sedaris, Joelle’s love for the written word has spanned many years. She graduated from the University of Guelph-Humber in Toronto with a focus on media studies and journalism but quickly found herself at odds with the lack of empathy in the field. Since then, Joelle has strengthened her appreciation for the English language through teaching and editorial positions and is now looking forward to aligning her experiences with a career in professional writing. She aims to refine her skillset in new areas of the literary craft in order to reignite the passion for writing she has always held.
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Kelsy Vivash is a passionate advocate for social justice. Combining PhD-level studies in Theatre and Performance with an unrelenting yearning to provoke positive change, Kelsy is poised to inspire and unite people through her writing. A creative spirit and avid storyteller, Kelsy devotes unmatched enthusiasm and versatility to the various causes she champions. Her work with anti-poverty and sexual violence awareness organizations cemented her commitment to continue campaigning for good. Kelsy is enrolled in the Professional Writing and Communications program at Centennial College to nurture her already-powerful voice for greater impact. In addition to spurring change, she also brings beauty to the world through painting, drawing and gardening. Kelsy is based in Toronto with her partner, Jas, and beloved pets, Rupert and Ripley.
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Chris Kalwak is a creative writer with a penchant for writing overly detailed worlds, most often for use in D&D games. Originally from Poland, Chris graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Multimedia Technology and Design from the University of Kent in England, where he learnt to love gray, gloomy, and temperate weathers. He has since relocated to Toronto and continues to hone his talent for creative writing and design, whilst looking for new areas of interest within the literary field. Chris hopes to establish himself in a creative industry, perhaps utilizing his habit of falling down niche YouTube rabbit holes in conjunction with his knack for developing a single detail or offhand remark into an engaging story.
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Kyria Sztainbok recently completed her Honours Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics at the University of Toronto with minors in Spanish and Indigenous Studies. She has been an avid reader and writer for as long as she can remember, and she joined Centennial’s Professional Writing program to further develop her writing skills and become a more effective communicator. She hopes to build a meaningful career as a writer after completing the program. During her spare time, you can find Kyria taking nature walks, watching cartoons, writing in one of her multiple journals, or speedcubing.
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Marren MacAdam is a Toronto-based writer with a background in Philosophy. They obtained their BA at King’s University College and their MA at Ryerson University, both in Philosophy. Marren’s main passion has always been writing and storytelling, whether that be spinning strange worlds into life with creative writing, planning their next Dungeons & Dragons session, or crafting content that tells a story. They are particularly excited about their very first short story being published, called To Kill a God. In their spare time, Marren enjoys reading sci-fi and fantasy novels, listening to an unhealthy amount of power metal, being a forever-DM for their friends in Dungeons & Dragons, and spending time with their beloved pet parrot, Ishi.
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Rachael Serediuk graduated with a BA in Communications and Digital Media studies and has since been unable to deny her passion for writing. After working for various non-profit organizations and then changing over to Conference and Event planning, she felt it was becoming increasingly difficult to ignore her hopes of one day perusing a writing-based career. She often finds inspiration in cheesy romantic comedies that remind her life has a funny way of working itself out. Above all, she loves being surrounded by her friends and family, playing with her dog, and reading a good book.
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