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Tasneem Zaman

Pronouns: She/Her

Positions

Wellbeing Support Advisor, First Generation Student Programs

Student Experience and Support, Student Success Centre

Contact information

Phone number

Office: 403-210-7265

Location

Office: TFDL368

Background

Educational Background

Masters Degree Social Work, Toronto Metropolitan University,

Bachelors Degree Social Work, University of Calgary,

Biography

Tasneem is a Wellbeing Support Advisor for First Generation Students at the Student Success Centre. She brings a background in anti-racist and anti-oppressive social work and a strong passion for decolonizing wellness, centering cultural identity, and empowering students to co-create personalized and holistic wellbeing plans. Before joining the University of Calgary, Tasneem supported newcomer and refugee students in navigating their settlement journeys, including transitioning to Canadian schools and communities. Outside of work, she loves playing volleyball, catching up with friends and family, spending time in nature, and making friends with every dog she meets on her walks 😊.