Ian Simmie
Ian Simmie
Interim Director of Leadership Development
Ian Simmie is an experienced student affairs professional in higher education with over 20 years of expertise focused on enhancing student retention, success initiatives, and campus engagement. During his career, he has held various leadership roles at several Canadian universities, including York University, McGill University, the University of Toronto, and the University of Guelph.
At McGill University, he served as the Director of Campus Life & Engagement and Director of Student Success Initiatives, where he created student-centred programs that fostered learning and development and encouraged collaboration in their design and delivery. Ian has been actively involved in the professional community, serving on the Finance Committee of the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services and as Treasurer for the Student Affairs and Services Association (SASA).
He obtained a Master’s degree in Theory and Policy Studies in Higher Education from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the University of Guelph.