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Dean of Students Staff

Connect with us! We're here to support you throughout your U of T journey. Please view our staff bios below. 

To learn more about our services, visit the Office of the Dean of Students website and find us on Instagram @wdwdeansoffice

Woodsworth College's Dean of Students Liza Nassim smiling
Liza Nassim
(she/her) Dean of Students

As the Dean of Students, Liza oversees all student life activities in the College, including all aspects of the residence program. She works with students, staff, and faculty members at the College and across the university to ensure the student experience at Woodsworth is both robust and dynamic.

321 Bloor Street W., Toronto ON
Kim Cuozzo
(she/her) Coordinator, Student Programs & Access

As the Coordinator of Student Programs & Access, Kim oversees the various access and transitions programming at the Office of the Dean of Students. In particular, she works directly with the Morneau-McCain Scholarship program supporting the students involved during their time at U of T. Kim also encourages community building and holistic student development by implementing high-impact programs such as the Diploma to Degree Academic Community and See U of T Mentorship.

181A Woodsworth College Residence, 321 Bloor Street W., Toronto ON
Georgia LaForme
(she/her) Indigenous Initiatives and Student Engagement Coordinator

As the Indigenous Initiatives and Student Engagement Coordinator, Georgia acts as an Indigenous Advisor to Woodsworth and the U of T population. She supports Indigenous students through resource coordination and providing safe spaces and events. If you are a Woodsworth student who identifies as Indigenous seeking support, or a non-indigenous student looking to learn more, feel free to connect with Georgia.

Georgia also works as the First Story coordinator, where classes and other groups can tour campus and learn about the Indigenous history of where you study.

123 St. George Street (Mon - Thurs); First Nations House (Fridays)
Amanda Lee
(she/her) Community Development and Student Wellness Coordinator

As the Community Development and Student Wellness Coordinator, Amanda strives to foster diverse, inclusive community spaces at Woodsworth. She supports students in their respective academic endeavours and personal growth – through resource coordination, wellness meetings, and interactive events. If you are a Woodsworth student and not sure where to start (university can be overwhelming!), feel free to connect with Amanda. She can make wayfinding through U of T a little easier.

181B Woodsworth College Residence, 321 Bloor Street W., Toronto ON
Natalie Morning , MA
(she/her) Student Life and Equity Coordinator

As the Student Life and Equity Coordinator, Natalie oversees all programming portfolios for the Office of the Dean of Students, including orientation, mentorship, leadership development and community outreach. She also works directly with the Woodsworth College Students’ Association in supporting their efforts. Additionally, she oversees various administrative and co-curricular elements of the first-year foundational program, Woodsworth One.

123 St. George Street, Toronto ON