This ceremony marks an important milestone for our inaugural cohort of learners as they begin their journey along the path to become a Physician Assistant.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Convocation Hall, University of Saskatchewan

Program

Master of Ceremonies
Dr. Rahul Mainra, Director of Faculty and Clinical Placements

Welcome and Blessing
Elder Andre Letendre
 
Ministry of Advanced Education Address
Hon. Ken Cheveldayoff, Minister

Ministry of Health Address
Hon. Jeremy Cockrill, Minister

Saskatchewan Health Authority Address 
Dr. Johann Roodt

Emmanuel Health Address
Corey Miller, President and CEO 
 
College of Medicine Address
Dr. Sarah Forgie, Dean of Medicine
 
Office of Physician Assistant Studies Address
Dr. Trustin Domes, Academic Director

Recognition of Community Partners

Presentation of the Dr. Gary Siemens Award

Presentation of Stethoscopes - Class of 2027

Reception to follow

Incoming Class

Robin Fraser

Ryan Dave Gaspar

Madison Mueller

Leah Medernach

Amanda Gel

Rachel Rosin

Christine Kwon

Sierra Lidstone-Drodge

Meagan Davidson

Mikayla Hagel

Megan Fisher

Drew Dortman

Adam Preston

Mikayla Robinson

Amel Bardouh

Maria Husain

Duncan Preston

Mackenna Hamilton

Arno Bashtar

Adam Torry

Contact

Anna Taruc
Administrative Coordinator
Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program
College of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan

Email: anna.taruc@usask.ca 
Phone: (306) 966 - 8365