The Tyndale Seminary Student Council serves the Tyndale University Seminary Student Association (TUSSA), to which all current full-time and part-time students belong. The Council is comprised of students who are upper year students at the Seminary. Like the students at Tyndale Seminary, the Council members range in age, gender, race, denomination, degree program, life experience, and work history. The Council represents the Seminary student body and is present to be of service to all seminary students.
According to Section 3 in the TUSSA Constitution, the purpose and duties of the council are:
- To encourage a healthy spiritual life among Seminary students by creating and/or promoting spiritually stimulating events such as chapels, seminars, prayer meetings.
- To plan, organize and facilitate recreational and social events/programs for the TUSSA;
- To refer student inquiries to the appropriate school departments;
- To represent the institution at academic and school events;
- To stimulate and participate in those Campus activities and meetings which will further the aims of the Seminary in intercultural endeavors, Biblical teaching, and an active Christian response to the needs of our day.
Email councils@tyndale.ca if you have any questions.
Mallory Chow
Hi, my name is Mallory Chow. I am a Canadian-born Chinese rooted in the GTA. I am in my 2nd year of the MTS program, studying part-time. I am the On-Campus Representative for Student Engagement on the Seminary Student Council this year, and I’m happy to meet you! When I’m not studying, I like cooking and discussing food, coffee and art. On my free time, I often attend small concerts with my long-term boyfriend, or I can be found running outside or rock-climbing.
Being at Tyndale has provided me opportunity to dive deep into my giftings and God’s call for me, in both my studies and new friendships on campus. I want that same experience for all my classmates. I believe that every student at Tyndale Seminary has been placed here for a good reason, and I want to be of aid to the student body for whatever that reason may be. With my team, I aim to foster a supportive and welcoming community for any seminary student that shows up on campus. Come say hi at coffee hour or in the lounge!
Sabrina Touma
My name is Sabrina Touma. I'm currently in my second year at Tyndale University, working toward a Master of Divinity in Christian Education and Discipleship. I have the privilege of serving on the student council as the Student Engagement Representative (Virtual). I joined the student council because I truly love serving the Tyndale community. It's been such a blessing to have a space where I can live out my faith openly and connect with others through fellowship. Since starting at Tyndale, I’ve seen such a positive impact on my spiritual journey, and I’m incredibly grateful for that. One of my biggest passions is supporting the online student community. I know how hard it can be to feel connected when you’re not physically on campus, so I want to help bring a sense of belonging and fellowship to those students as well. That might look like working with different departments, helping organize special events, or just finding meaningful ways to help online students feel seen, supported, and spiritually encouraged.
Rachel Kainth
My name is Rachel Kainth and I am entering my third year of part-time studies in the Master of Divinity in Clinical Counselling program. I grew up in the Region of Waterloo and currently live near Toronto with my husband, who is also studying at Tyndale. Outside of my studies, I work as an elementary school French teacher. I enjoy being active outdoors, making and listening to music, playing games (my favourite is Scrabble), visiting new places, and connecting with the people around me. My role on the TUSSA Council for the 2025-2026 academic year is Virtual Community Leader.
I joined the Student Council because I would like to be part of facilitating enriching connections among Tyndale students as we gain knowledge and grow in faith in Christ alongside one another. I recognize that the virtual community at Tyndale is a large one, spread out across many different locations. As a Student Council team, we want to invite students to engage in regular times of virtual community-building in addition to on-campus activities. I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in TUSSA Council leadership and look forward to seeing both new and familiar faces this year!
John
Zhang
My name is John, and I am grateful to be studying in the Clinical Counselling program at Tyndale. It’s a privilege and honour to serve the seminary student body this year as the Community Representative for Administration & Communication alongside uniquely gifted students and staff at Tyndale. As a Community Representative, my priority is to listen and advocate for Seminary students, especially those who are marginalized and feel they’re not being heard or seen.
I joined the seminary student council because, like many other students, I have experienced significant spiritual, academic, and character growth both inside and outside of the classroom, because of the fantastic people who attend, teach, and inspire at Tyndale. Tyndale’s extracurricular events have profoundly enriched my student experience, and I would like to give back and contribute to the unique environment at Tyndale.
I will humbly serve my fellow students by providing administrative support to the operation of TUSSA and coordinating communication amongst internal and external parties. I bring my experience from various Christian ministries, Finance, and Healthcare.
My goal is to set a positive example and inspire future student representatives and volunteers to engage with the Tyndale Seminary student body in all the ways they feel called.
Interesting facts about me: I’m fluent in Mandarin Chinese, my wife is African, and I listen to German Techno.