Meet the team

Founder & CEO

Activity Design & Research Team

Instruction Team

Communications Team

Finance Team

Outreach Team

Founder & CEO

Dineli Fernando (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

Dineli is the Founder & CEO of STEAMistic. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Specialization) in Cell Biology from the University of Alberta & is currently pursuing post-graduate studies in Sociology at the University of Alberta. Dineli founded STEAMistic in 2022 as a response to educational barriers exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic for students from low socioeconomic (SES) backgrounds in her hometown, Edmonton, AB. Dineli is passionate about interdisciplinary education and complementing humanities education with natural sciences. STEAMistic provides free Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) educational materials to students from low SES backgrounds across Edmonton and area. In her free time, you can find Dineli reading fiction books, watching a new TV show, drinking lots of coffee, and spending time with friends and family!

Activity Design & Research Team

Director of Activity Design & Research

Sunny (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

I’m a M.Sc. student studying Chemistry at UofA. I’m highly passionate about education and one of my burning desires is helping people and have a positive impact on their lives. The combination of education with helping youth to have a better experience, lead me to believe that being a part of this organization will fulfill my aspirations and make an impact on young people’s lives.

A fun fact about me is that I really like hugging trees and would randomly and weirdly do it in the public :)

Director of Activity Design & Research

Aani (She/Her)

Hometown: Calgary, AB

This is my second year at STEAMistic, and I will begin my first year at the University of Calgary this fall, majoring in Kinesiology as a Bachelor of Science. In my free time, you can find me volunteering at the Childrens Hospital, working as a pharmacy assistant, or perfecting my hobby as a nail technician. I joined STEAMistic initally as a creative outlet, later evolving into an opportinuty for leadership, surrounded by likeminded people with a passion for combining science with the arts.

Director of Activity Design & Research

Nathan (He/Him)

Hometown: Spruce Grove, AB

Bio coming soon.

Project Manager - Activity Design & Research

Geet (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

My name is Geet, a high school student passionate about science especially biology. I joined STEAMistic because I believe every young person should have the opportunity to explore STEAM, regardless of their background. Inspired by my father and driven by curiosity, I aim to ignite the same excitement in others. I love studying human biology, reading scientific research papers, and have participated in various science related projects. Through STEAMistic, I hope to help others discover their potential and passion for innovation.

Project Manager - Activity Design & Research

Michael (He/Him)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

I am a soon-to-be 10th grade student, attending STEM Collegiate. I joined STEAMistic to gain some valuable work and volunteer experience, as well as a chance to learn and grow knowledge in STEAMistic. I like to play basketball and soccer, I also like to watch marvel series!

Project Manager - Activity Design & Research

Remi (He/Him)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

I am currently studying acupuncture, but have always loved and enjoyed science. I've had fun learning it, had a great teacher. And I want to let other kids have fun too.

Instruction Team

Director of Instruction

Sakina (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

I graduated from the University of Alberta with a BSc Specialization in Cell Biology in 2023. I joined STEAMistic when it first began as a way of sharing my passion for Science and research to the community around me. I love watching TV shows, old movies, listening to classical rock and basically anything book-related!

Director of Instruction

Summer (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

Hello! I am a student at the University of Alberta, majoring in Sociology with a minor in Native Studies. I joined STEAMistic because of my passion for learning, and commitment to inspire and empower youth to excel in STEAM fields! Fun fact about me, I love playing hockey and watching movies!

Project Manager - Instruction

Flora (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

Flora is a third year student studying a Bachelor of Science in Physiology at the University of Alberta. Her passion for science, working with children, and learning led her to being apart of STEAMistic's mission of contributing back to the community and inspiring others. She enjoys reading, travelling, and loves to eat sushi!

Communications Team

Director of Communications

Olha (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

Hi! I'm Olha Hryniuk. I've been in Canada for a year and recently completed my Digital Marketing Professional Certificate. Before that, I studied foreign languages at Precarpathian National University in Ukraine. I joined STEAMistic to combine my passion for technology and creativity with my language skills.

Fun fact about me: I love exploring new cultures and can speak three languages fluently!

Project Manager - Communications

Daria (She/Her)

Hometown: Odessa, Ukraine & Calgary, AB

I've been working with the STEAMistic team for two years, and I enjoy being a part of this project. As a project manager, I focus on visual content. I'm passionate about modern literature and psychology, and I love listening to music on old vinyl records — there's a unique vibe in the sound.

Finance Team

Director of Finance

Tynan W-D

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

Hi there! I am a Biological Sciences student in their first year at the University of Alberta. I fondly remember participating in science experiments held by my primary school teachers; they remain one of the pivotal reasons why I pursued my degree in the sciences. I feel incredibly fortunate to play a role in achieving STEAMistic‘s mission of providing crucial learning experiences that foster similar passions in the fields of STEAM. Alongside my brother, I enjoy walks with my dog and the occasional basketball game.

Director of Finance

Gabriel W-D

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

I'm fortunate to presently be a 2nd year Biology/Bioinformatics student at the University of Alberta. Having the opportunity to enhance my skills and diversify my interests is a dream that I'd like to make a reality for other students too. Joining STEAMistic has allowed me to work with an excellent team to achieve this.

Outside of STEAMistic, you may find me taking my limitlessly-energized dog to the park, or playing hockey at local outdoor hockey rinks.

Project Manager - Finance

Nancy (She/Her)

Hometown: Calgary, AB

Hello! I currently attend Western University, pursuing a Business Management and Organizational Studies degree with specialization in Accounting.

I joined STEAMistic because I strongly support the mission of creating a fun environment for children to further their education and approach academic challenges with an open mind.

A fun fact about me is that I love to travel. My favourite place visited would be Italy! I also love to spend time with my friends and family and do Pilates everyday.

Outreach Team

Director of Outreach

Venus (She/Her)

Hometown: Edmonton, AB

I'm going into my final year of a Bachelor of Science degree in the Biological Sciences at the University of Alberta. As a person with a Science background who has suffered from financial setbacks, the mission of the STEAMistic team resonates well with me. I want to help youth that are struggling and share my knowledge of STEAM with them so that they know that education beyond middle school and high school may be beneficial and worth pursuing. Outside of my work as a Director at STEAMistic, I love taking my dog for walks—especially on the rare days he's not barking at every little thing and waking the neighbourhood. When I'm not out exploring with him, you can find me reading and wishing I had a dragon instead of a dog!

Project Manager - Outreach

Tobi (He/Him)

Hometown: Calgary, AB

Educational background: MTech Polymer Technology and BTech Chemistry with Polymer Science

Why I joined Steamstic: An opportunity to share my knowledge and the many wonders of science and technology with the younger generation

Fun facts: A lover of God, an avid learner, and a researcher. "If you are determined to learn, no one can stop you"

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