Priya’s just one of those people who makes you feel instantly at ease, despite the fangs and claws. She’s in her early twenties, studying anthropology at uni, which makes total sense given how much she genuinely cares about people, culture, and what brings everyone together.

She grew up in Canada, but she moved here from India as a kid, so she’s got a bit of that subtle blending of cultures in both her voice and her outlook. Rather than feeling stuck between two worlds, she just wears both like a glove. One day she’s in jean shorts and a tank top heading out for bubble tea or cramming for a midterm, and the next she’s draped in an heirloom sari helping her family get ready for Diwali. And her mom’s homemade samosas? She’ll fight you on the fact that they beat any restaurant, hands down.

She’s warm, super curious, and has this easygoing confidence. You’ll be chatting about camping trips or hiking trails, and before you know it, the conversation’s drifted into history, travel, or family stories, usually with a little Punjabi expression slipping into her English without her even realizing it. Whether she’s inviting you over for a festival or dragging you to a new café, she just loves sharing experiences with people. She’s got a real heart for her roots, but she’s just as excited about everything else the world has to offer.