The Team

For the 2024-2025 School Year

Maria Hamlin

Founder & President

Motivated by her own experiences and the experiences of those close to her, Maria created Diverge as a way to support those navigating the academic world with their challenges. She plans to continue her work with Diverge past graduation.

Favourite Food

Sushi

Program

Neuroscience

Archer Smith

Vice President

Driven by his family's experiences with autism spectrum disorder, Archer aims to focus his attention towards supporting those on the spectrum in schools by creating more inclusive environments. He's also a great note taker!

Favourite Food

Dr Pepper

Program

Nursing

Joshua Phonchareon

Finance

Joshua is no stranger to caregiving. While it is his passion in the realm of physical health, it is also something that weighs on him at home. Having spent half of his life caring for a parent with brain injury and neurodegeneration, Joshua empathizes with all caregivers/family members and their experiences.

Favourite Food

Chee Cheong Fun

Program

Kinesiology

Caelan DeViller

Communications

Caelan is a fun guy who will leave everyone with a smile on their face. While he does have many learning disabilities, he doesn't let that deter him from pursuing his education, or from filling the communications role! Caelan will happily answer all of your emails, just don't worry if the replies have a typo or two.

Favourite Food

Chicken Strips

Program

Kinesiology

Behind The Scenes

Founding Members

Sierra W

Savannah S

Yousef B

Daniel C

Ahmad A

Joseph R

Partners

Stars Diverged Journal