2015 - 2016 | ualberta

CMEGSA Executive Committee 2015~2016

*The team was elected by CMEGSA memebers in August 2015.

Kevin Arulmaran (President)

I am currently pursuing my MSc Chemical Engineering focusing on process control and state estimation. I am originally from Brunei but came to Edmonton five years ago to complete my BSc Chemical Engineering at University of Alberta.

In addition to serving on CMEGSA, I am a Student-at-Large on the General Faculties Council and Event Coordinator with the Canadian Heavy Oil Association (CHOA) University of Alberta Chapter.

I look forward to working together with the CMEGSA team to improve your experience as a CME graduate student here at the U of A. Feel free to contact us if you have any question/comments/concerns.

Mohammed Ghuzi (VP Academics)

I am a master’s student from Yemen. My research is revolving around stimuli-responsive polymers and fabrication of functional surfaces. I received my bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Alberta, so I am pretty familiar with the academic environment. I like participating in outdoor activities such as camping, hiking and of course playing soccer.

Sahar Saadat (VP Alumni & External Affairs)

I joined University of Alberta in January 2015. Currently I am pursuing my master’s degree in chemical engineering and my project is focused on carbon dioxide capturing. So far I have participated as volunteer and organizer in different events and groups such as U of A corporate challenge, Students charity group (S4S), Faculty of Engineering Graduate Research Symposium 2015, The Gateway newspaper, ONECard office and international student services.

I am pleased to serve as VP Alumni and External Affairs in CMEGSA executive committee 2015-16 and contribute to chemical and materials engineering department grad society.

Li Lin (VP Events)

I am a master student in Chemical Engineering and I am in Dr. Shaw research group. My research project focuses on the potential connection between humic acid and liquid crystals discovered in bitumen. I finished my Bachelor’s degree in China University of Petroleum, Beijing.

I used to volunteer with YMCA Strong Kids International Students Association and the Alumni Volunteer Program. I am now working with the guys in CMEGSA as the VP-Events. Feel free to contact me if you have any good event ideas.

I like playing basketball, badminton and bike cycling, contact me so we can play together.

Daniel Palys (VP Finance)

I am very excited to be the new VP of Finance for the 2015/2016 CMEGSA executive committee. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree with a focus in upgrading of heavy oil and oil sands. I completed my undergraduate degree in 2014 here at the University of Alberta in Chemical Engineering Co-op. I have work experience in paving stone manufacturing, machine shop fabrication as well as extensive oil upgrading research experience in both public and private industry sectors.

I am active member with technical groups such as YPAC, CHOA and APEGA. I take part in campus groups such as student LiveWell, professional development, FEGRS, UofA open house, high school students mentor/tutoring, teaching ChE 522 seminars and physical recreation services. You can find me in CME lab 5-121/5-116, running in the Butterdome or around campus outside during the summer months!

Atreya Nittala (VP Student Services)

I am from India. I joined the University of Alberta during the Fall of 2014 and the journey has been nothing short of exciting.
Currently enrolled in the Master of Science program in Chemical Engineering, my work is based on synthesis of smart polymers.

I enjoy interacting with people so looking forward to working the new team and getting to know you guys better!