MSW Student Cassandra Erichsen
Carleton’s School of Social Work made a strong showing in the recent Three Minute Thesis Competition (3MT), taking both first and second place.
Master of Social Work student Cassandra Erichsen won first place for her presentation on “Shame in Social Work: A Qualitative Interview Study”. She won $1250 and will now represent Carleton at the provincial championships on April 14 at Wilfrid Laurier University.
Second place was won by Hatav Shalileh whose topic was “Stepping Stones for Newcomer Youth”. She won $500.
MSW Student Hatav Shalileh
The 3MT is a celebration of graduate student research that challenges grad students to communicate the key concepts of their research in a compelling presentation of three minutes or less. The Carleton 3MT began in 2013 and has grown in popularity every year. A panel of judges from within Carleton, the Ottawa community and from the Graduate Students’ Association evaluates each of the brief, compelling presentations. This year, City Councillor Catherine McKenney acted as a judge.
Participation in the 3MT can be tremendously enriching, both academically and personally. Winners receive cash prizes and the opportunity to represent Carleton at the provincial competition in April. Former participants report that competing in the 3MT helped to build confidence and enhance their academic, presentation, and communication skills. Participants also enjoy great research exposure within Carleton, to other departments, and even in media. 3MT participants have been featured in Carleton news stories, departmental websites, YouTube, CBC Radio, and the Ottawa Citizen.
Monday, March 14, 2016 in FPA Research Series, News, Professional, School of Social Work
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