Editorial Board
Eyitayo Kunle-Oladosu, Editor in Chief
My name is Eyitayo Kunle-Oladosu and I am a U3 Honours History student with a minor in International Development Studies. I have previously been involved with the MJPS Online as a Canadian Politics Writer and Canadian Politics Editor. This year, I’m honoured to serve as the Editor in Chief for our publication. Outside of the MJPS, I am interested in youth-led policymaking, Canadian legal history and international tax justice. You can connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Asher Laws, Managing Editor
My name is Asher Laws and I am a third-year History and Political Science student. I have been with the MJPS Online since the end of my first year and, having written for the Political Theory and International Relations sections, am one of the managing editors. In my spare time I enjoy watching reruns of Archer on Netflix and constantly lamenting the state of British politics. You can find me on LinkedIn here.
Renée Lehman, Managing Editor
My name is Renée Lehman and I am in my third year, studying Political Science with minors in Philosophy and International Development Studies. I was previously an International Relations Staff Writer and have also edited for the Political Theory section. I am particularly interested in issues related to immigration and human rights, as well as the role of post-colonial and neocolonial theoretical dynamics in ongoing political processes, in Québec in particular. I am excited to be managing the Political Theory and Canadian Politics sections this year!
Olivia Hallett, Canadian Politics Editor
My name is Olivia Hallett and I am a U2 student in Political Science and Environment. I have previously written for MJPS Online as a Staff Writer, and am very excited to be a Canadian Politics Editor for the 2020-21 academic year. Outside of McGill, I love to paint, bake bread, and play with my dog, George. You can connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Ryan Brown, Canadian Politics Editor
My name is Ryan Brown and I am a U1 student in Religious Studies. Last year, I was a staff writer in the Canadian Politics section of MJPS. This year, I am thrilled to be an editor in the same section! In my spare time I love watching political dramas and horror movies. Connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Maya Garfinkel, Comparative Politics Editor
My name is Maya Garfinkel and I am a third-year student in Political Science (Hon.) and Geography (Urban Systems). This is my third semester with MJPS Online; last year I was a staff writer in the Comparative Politics sections and this year I am very excited to be an editor for the same section. Outside of academics, I am the research coordinator for Students for Peace and Disarmament at McGill and am involved with the McGill Chavurah, and Chromatones a capella. I also love to read, cook, and hammock in the park! Connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Dana Malapit, Comparative Politics Editor
My name is Dana Malapit and I am a U3 Political Science student with a minor in Anthropology. I was a Canadian Politics Writer last year, and I’m excited to be a Comparative Politics Editor this year! Research interests of mine include democratization, environmental policy, and urbanism. In my spare time, I like to listen to podcasts, go jogging, and bake cookies! Find me on LinkedIn here.
Jordan Royt, International Relations Editor
My name is Jordan Royt and I am a U2 student in Political Science and World Islamic and Middle East Studies. 2020-2021 is my first year working with MJPS Online. I am eager to bring my past experience with International Relations to the compelling articles published here. Outside the academic framework, I enjoy travelling, spending time with friends and family, and watching crime documentaries. You can connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Charlotte Gurung, International Relations Editor
My name is Charlotte Gurung. I am a second-year Political Science Major and Biology Minor. This is my first year working with MJPS Online. I am very excited to be International Relations Section Editor for the 2020-2021 year! In my free time, I like to go hiking and read. Connect with me on LinkedIn here!
Jane Warren, Political Theory Editor
My name is Jane Warren and I am a U3 Political Science student with a minor in French. I was a staff writer for the Political Theory section for the last two years, and this is my first year co-editing the section. Research interests of mine include criminal justice reform and rights conflicts within the Canadian constitution. Outside MJPS, I like to run, bake banana bread, and go hiking wherever possible in the city. Connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Neelesh Thakur, Political Theory Editor
My name is Neelesh Thakur and I am in U3 studying Political Science. I am new to the MJPS Online team, and I am excited to be a Political Theory section editor this year! In my free time, I enjoy cooking, travelling, and photography.
Kate Miller, Contributions Editor
My name is Kate Miller and I am a U2 Political Science student. This is my second year with MJPS – last year I was a staff writer in the International Relations section at MJPS. This year I am very excited to be the contributions editor! I love travelling, art and recently, exploring new areas in Montreal. Connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Canadian Politics
Max Rosen, Canadian Politics Writer
My name is Max Rosen and I am a U1 student studying Political Science and Urban Studies. This is my first semester writing for MJPS, and I am very excited to be a Staff Writer in the Canadian Politics section. Outside of academics, I compete for the McGill Debating Union and work as a debate coach. In my spare time, I love camping, reading, and exploring Montreal! You can connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Taylor Robinson, Canadian Politics Writer
My name is Taylor Robinson and I am a U2 student in Political Science and Sociology. This is my first year involved with MJPS, and I’m very excited to begin writing for the Canadian Politics section. Outside of class I love attending spin classes, and practicing yoga.
Samah Khandker, Canadian Politics Writer
My name is Samah Khandker and I am a U2 Political Science and History student. While this is my first year writing for the MJPS, I am ecstatic to be providing you with your fix of Canadian Politics! Outside of classes, you can find me doing MUN, petting stray cats, and attempting to learn how to play chess. Want to know more? Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Brianna Morrison, Canadian Politics Writer
My name is Brianna Morrison and I am a U3 student in Political Science. This is my first year with the MJPS Online team and I am so excited to be a part of the Canadian Politics section, as a staff writer! I am passionate about the study of historical and contemporary relations between Indigenous Peoples and the Canadian state. Outside of academics, I enjoy going to cute cafés around downtown Montréal (Café Parvis is my favourite), I love baking even though I’m terrible at it, and I love hanging out with friends and my two dogs! You can connect with me on LinkedIn here!
Comparative Politics
Tommy Chen, Comparative Politics Writer
My name is Tommy Chen and I am currently a U3 student pursuing a Joint Honours degree in Political Science and History. This is my second semester with MJPS as a staff writer for the Comparative Politics section, and I’m ecstatic to be contributing again this year! Outside of school, you can find me hiking, watching football, or trying out new guac’ recipes! Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Valeria Lau, Comparative Politics Writer
My name is Valeria Lau and I am a U2 student majoring in Political Science with a minor in History. After a few years of being involved in student journalism, I could not be more excited for my first year with MJPS. I am writing for the Comparative Politics section, through which I hope to explore issues of gender in politics, climate change, and democracy with a focus on Latin American politics. Outside of McGill activities, I love gardening (or collecting house plants in the winter), making art, and watching movies. You can find me on LinkedIn here!
Thalie Emond, Comparative Politics Writer
My name is Thalie Emond and I am currently a U2 Political Science and International Development student. This is my first semester with the MJPS as a staff writer in the Comparative Politics section. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, visiting museums, and taking naps. Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Mathieu Lavault, Comparative Politics Writer
My name is Mathieu Lavault. I am a U3 Arts student double majoring in Political Science and Sociology. This is my first year involved with MJPS. I am looking forward to writing as a Comparative Politics Writer. A fun fact about me is that I have been to Machu Picchu! Connect with me on LinkedIn!
Melanie Rose, Comparative Politics Writer
My name is Melanie Rose and I’m a U3 student studying History and Political Science. This is my first year with MJPS Online and I’m very excited to be a staff writer for the comparative politics section. In my free time, I love to read, dance, and explore Montreal. You can find me on LinkedIn here!
International Relations
Samuel Elrington, International Relations Writer
My name is Samuel Elrington and I am a U3 student completing a double major in Political Science and Economics. This is my first year working as a Staff Writer for MJPS under the “International Relations” section. I am particularly fascinated by Middle Eastern politics and I hope to specialize in conflict resolution in the future. Outside of writing, I play for the McGill Varsity Rugby team, listen to podcasts, and go for runs.
Lucie Belzile, International Relations Writer
My name is Lucie Belzile and I am a U3 student in Political Science and History. This is my first year with the MJPS Online where I will have the pleasure to be one of the International Relations writers. In my spare time, you will often find me reading a book, debating in Model UN, out climbing or playing DnD with friends. Connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Theo Malhotra, International Relations Writer
My name is Theo Malhotra and I am a U2 Joint Honours Political Science and International Development Studies student. This is my second year writing for the MJPS, my first year in Canadian Politics and now in International Relations. I also love to play ultimate and am currently looking into fostering a dog! Find my LinkedIn here.
Political Theory
Jasper Scott, Political Theory Writer
My name is Jasper Scott and I am a U3 student majoring in Political Science with minors in Sociology and Economics. This is my second year working as a Staff Writer for MJPS and my first-year writing under the “Political Theory” section. Under this new role, I plan to explore topics related to legal theory and technology, with particular regards to the navigating consequences associated with implementing new technologies in society. Outside of writing, I enjoy hobbies of sound design and music production. You can find me on LinkedIn here!
Peter Trombley, Political Theory Writer
My name is Peter Trombley, I’m a U2 Honours student in Political Science, minoring in Sociology and Economics. I’m new to the journal this year and look forward to contributing as a staff writer of Political Theory. My interests include constitutional studies, democratic theory, postcolonial theory, political memory theory. Outside of academics, you can find me competing for the McGill Mock Trial team, reading, cooking and taking long walks around Montréal. Find me on LinkedIn here.
Benjamin Lawson, Political Theory Writer
I am Benjamin Lawson, a U4 student majoring in Psychology and Political Science and minoring in Behavioural Science. This is my first semester as a staff writer in the “Political Theory” section for MJPS, and I am looking forward to writing articles that touch on the many intersections in the fields of psychology and political science, as well as those regarding the broader role of the state in society. In my free time, I enjoy binging history and philosophy podcasts, exercising, and reading. You can find me on LinkedIn here.
Gilli Cohen, Political Theory Writer
My name is Gilli Cohen and I am currently a U3 Joint Honours student of Political Science and Religious Studies. I have been writing for the MJPS for a year now in both the comparative politics and political theory sections. In my spare time, I enjoy practicing yoga and meditation, reading and biking through the glorious city of Montreal. Here is my LinkedIn for those interested in connecting!
Jessica Maloney, Political Theory Writer
Hello, my name is Jessica Maloney and I’m a U2 Artsci student majoring in Political Science and Chemistry and minoring in Economics. I’ve been a staff writer for the Poli Theory section since last year and my interests include privacy rights, constitutionalism, and the impact of scientific development on global politics. In my free time, I enjoy backpacking, drinking coffee, and listening to podcasts. Find me on LinkedIn here.
Social Media Staff
Elizabeth Franceschini, Social Media Director
My name is Elizabeth Franceschini and I am a U3 student in Political Science and Russian Studies. I have previously been involved with MJPS Online both as a Staff Writer and Social Media Team Member. For the 2020-21 academic year, I am thrilled to be MJPS Online’s Social Media Director. Aside from working for MJPS, I love browsing Reddit and practicing yoga. You can follow me on LinkedIn here.
Nils Aoun, Social Media Editor
My name is Nils Aoun and I am a U2 student in Political Science and Communication Studies. This is my first time getting involved with the MJPS Online and I am excited to be a Social Media Editor for the journal during the 2020-2021 academic year. Aside from academics, I enjoy tennis, playing the piano, watching dramas, and learning languages. You can connect with me on LinkedIn here.
Roy Taguchi, Social Media Editor
My name is Roy Taguchi and I am a U1 student in Finance. I am new to the MJPS team and I’m excited to be able to contribute as the Social Media Editor for the Political Theory and Canadian Politics section! Outside the journal, I love watching sports (especially the Raptors and the Jays) and hanging out with my two dogs. You can find me on LinkedIn here!