Our alumni
Training equips students with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to excel in their careers. The success of this training is reflected in our alumni’s achievements in academia and various industries, and their contributions to addressing complex societal challenge. Meet some of our accomplished Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration alumni.

Patrick Hill
Program Scientist, Canadian Space AgencyGeology (PhD) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Viraja Khatu
Resident Astronomer, CANADA-FRANCE-HAWAII TELESCOPE CORPORATIONAstronomy (PhD) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Robin Kwik
GIS Specialist, County of FrontenacGeography and Environment (Msc) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Hira Nadeem
Space Systems Engineer, PlanetElectrical and Computer Engineering (MESc) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Alexis David Pascual
AI Specialist, Mission ControlElectrical and Computer Engineering (PhD) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Parshati Patel
Science Communicator & Public Engagement Specialist and STEM Consultant, Stellar DreamsAstronomy (PhD) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Jess Sia
R&D Verification Engineering II — Fluids, AnsysElectrical and Computer Engineering (MESc) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Sarah Simpson
Geologist & Planetary Scientist, NASA, Johnson Space CenterGeology (PhD) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Gavin Tolometti
Customer Support Engineer, SkyWatchGeology (PhD) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration

Kasia Wisniewski
Satellite Operations Technician, GHGSATPhysics and Astronomy (Msc) + Collaborative Specialization in Planetary Science and Exploration