Zander Clay

Research Project

The Post Secondary Immigrant Student Experience

Bio

Hi I am Zander Clay!

As a Toronto Metropolitan University student specializing in Professional Communications, I excel in crafting impactful digital narratives. My role as Communications Coordinator and Producer of the Marketeers Clubhouse Podcast has refined my strategic communication and digital engagement skills. This expertise is integral to our capstone project, where I apply my experience in content production and audience engagement to shed light on the immigrant student experience in Canadian post-secondary education. My keen insights into storytelling and social media dynamics enrich our project, ensuring our research resonates with a broad audience.

Research Summary

Our capstone project investigates the distinct challenges faced by children of immigrants in Canadian post-secondary institutions, juxtaposed with Canadian-born peers. Focusing on familial pressures, career aspirations, and mental health, we uncover the amplified pressures immigrant children encounter due to higher familial expectations and cultural dualities. Through comparative analysis, we aim to highlight these unique experiences, advocating for educational policies and practices that promote inclusivity and support. Our research aspires to foster understanding and facilitate a supportive environment, ensuring equitable opportunities for all students, and contributing to a more inclusive Canadian educational landscape.

Research Poster

A dark green infographic poster titled 'THE POST-SECONDARY IMMIGRANT STUDENT EXPERIENCE' from 'SIGNIFY 2024'. The poster is divided into several sections. On the top left, an 'OVERVIEW' describes a capstone project investigating distinct challenges for children of immigrants in Canadian post-secondary institutions, comparing them to Canadian-born peers, focusing on familial pressures, career aspirations, and mental health. On the top right, two statistics are presented: '29% of immigrant students show symptoms of anxiety compared to 13-20% of Canadian-born students' and '88% of immigrant students experience hyperactivity and inattention compared to 82% of non immigrants students'. Below the overview, '4 POINTS OF INTEREST' are listed: 'Mental Health Implications' (discussing psychological impacts), 'Familial Pressure' (parental pressures on academic and career paths), 'Career Expectations' (the complex journey into the workforce for first and second-generation immigrants), and 'Canadian-born Contrast' (examining these facets in relation to Canadian-born peers). On the right side, a dotted globe graphic appears above a stack of five light-colored books. A QR code is in the bottom right. The footer lists the researchers: Angelique Branker, Zander Clay, Arely Cordero, and Nicole Jimenez.

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