Sian Gu, Mci is a Conference Interpreter (AIIC, Gov of Canada Accredited) I Trainer | Organizer | Speaker | English, French, Chinese. They is proficient in Chinese. Colleagues describe them as "I had the pleasure of studying under Sian Gu during the Master of Conference Interpretation program at Glendon College of York University. Sian is one of the most prolific, insightful and instructive professors I have ever had in any field or discipline. Unlike many other expert practitioners who work as interpreter trainers, she is exceptionally effective at imparting her knowledge of interpretation and the language industry to students. To achieve this, Sian has crafted a fresh pedagogical approach that strikes a careful balance between the more theoretical and conceptual aspects of interpretation and practical, hands-on applications. The learning opportunities she creates for her students come in a wide range of forms: mock conferences, in-class simulation exercises, market presentations, blog entries, group practices, and much more. In this way, she enables her students to apply what they learn directly to their practice as interpreters. While Sian is an excellent and clear communicator as an instructor, she also gives students the space they need to draw their own conclusions in open discussions during her class. Her feedback is refreshingly constructive rather than disruptive. She is receptive, responsive and cares about her students' success. In summary, Sian Gu has unique prowess as an interpreter trainer that sets her apart in every way; it is the reason why she makes such a tangible difference in other interpreters’ careers. For all these reasons, I very much look forward to continuing my training with her in other forums." and "Sian is an amazing instructor and mentor. She’s allowed me to build trust in myself, and taught me aside from interpreting, to make the best of every opportunity. She goes above and beyond for her students, invests time to prepare for her classes, often modernizing the curriculum to reflect the current landscape. Sian was instrumental in my success and was always willing to be resourceful at any given time. I highly recommend her services! "