Salma Adem
BA, Double Major in Human Relations & Child Studies
Salma Adem was actively involved in both student life and the Concordia community at large. She held several executive positions such as VP, Career Events of the Applied Human Sciences Student Association (AHSCSA) for two years, VP Secretary at the UNICEF Concordia Association, a Cultural Ambassador at the Arab Student Association, and a committee member at the Graduate Symposium in the Department of Education.
Recently, Adem was involved in the COVID-19 Student Working group along with Concordia staff and administration. In addition to her involvement in student life, Salma is a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, is on the Faculty of Arts and Science Dean’s List and is recipient of the 2020 A. Ross Seaman Scholarship for Leadership.
Salma also worked as student fundraiser at Concordia’s Alumni Relations Community Campaign before joining the Student Success Centre’s team as both a Welcome Crew Mentor and FutureReady program assistant where she worked for two-and-a-half years.
3 keys to a good education
- Get involved beyond the classroom! Don’t bury yourself in textbooks. Always look for practical ways to engage your learning.
- Adopt a growth mindset. Never get discouraged because you can’t understand something! Be resilient, show initiative, ask questions and you’ll get there!
- Let your passion find you by being open to new experiences and ideas!
2 lessons learned at Concordia
- Don’t be afraid to reach out for help when you need it! Take full advantage of the resources available to you — from student services to engagement and conference opportunities.
- The power of collective intelligence and meaningful connections with professors and the student community are key for the best Concordia experience!
Next great goal
- I hope to pursue my passion and complete both my master’s in human systems intervention at Concordia and my master’s in Educational Leadership at McGill.
1 piece of advice for future grads
- Pour love into everything you do, stay curious, and approach every opportunity in life with an open-minded growth mindset!
Find out more about CU Celebrate.