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Pearson scholars take their next steps

A June reception brought together 36 international graduates whose next jobs span consulting, tax and infrastructure work in Canada and Chicago.

The Pearson Scholars Class of 2026 gathers with university representatives.Photo: U of T Alumni News

The context

Where the work begins

U of T celebrated 36 graduating Lester B. Pearson International Scholars at a June reception. The scholarship, established in 2017, pays tuition, books, incidental fees and residence costs for four years. Speakers acknowledged the work of adapting to a new country as well as the graduates' academic achievements.

The takeaway

What follows

Rotman Commerce graduate Sarah Oberto Monasterios spoke about the people who made her experience meaningful. She is joining Boston Consulting Group in Chicago for work focused on the public sector, climate and social impact. Paramvir Singh will work in asset management tax at KPMG Canada, while Maansi Suri is joining infrastructure firm Jacobs Canada.

Source reporting

Pearson scholars take their next steps

U of T Alumni News · September 18, 2026

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