2026 Provost Scholar Award Recipients

Jack is a fourth‑year Philosophy Honours student recognized for exceptional academic achievement, maintaining a near‑perfect CGPA and earning a perfect 12.0 in all Philosophy courses. He is deeply involved in undergraduate research, with publications in the Reed Journal of Existentialism and the Carleton Undergraduate Journal of Science and forthcoming work in Stance and the Carleton Undergraduate Journal of Cognitive Science.

Jack’s leadership extends beyond academics. He has served as the FASS Ambassador for Philosophy, represented the department at recruitment events, worked as an undergraduate TA and contributed to the Students as Partners Program.

A decorated athlete, Jack is a key member of the Carleton Ravens Men’s Curling Team, contributing to multiple OUA and U Sports medals. He also supports the curling community as a coach, umpire and volunteer instructor.

As Capstone Project Coordinator, Ilhaam guided 22 engineering students across ten design teams, demonstrating exceptional organization, mentorship, and commitment to community‑focused engineering solutions.

Her global engagement includes leading BioCARE, an international biomedical design team developing an upper‑arm prosthetic device for competition in Europe, advancing accessibility and showcasing Carleton’s engineering talent on the world stage.

On campus, Ilhaam contributes to inclusion and community building through her involvement with the Carleton Muslim Student Society and the Carleton University Somali Student Association.

As a research assistant on a 2025 SSHRC Knowledge Synthesis Grant, Henry co‑developed a systematic scoping review protocol and is a co‑author on both the published protocol and the forthcoming manuscript, demonstrating scholarly maturity well beyond the undergraduate level.

Across campus, Henry supports student success as Study Hall Supervisor for the Men’s Varsity Football Team and has represented Carleton as a campus tour guide. His leadership earned him nominations for both the Men’s Football Colonel Award and the John Rudy Award.

Internationally, Henry is completing his Bachelor of Global and International Studies at the Brussels School of Governance while interning with the Centre for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy at Vrije Universiteit Brussel.

A two‑time Dean’s List student and Academic All‑Canadian, Henry integrates academic excellence with research, leadership and global engagemen

Mahnoor’s work reflects a deep commitment to community building, equity and accessible learning. Throughout her undergraduate studies, she has expanded her expertise in health care and used it to support peers through high‑impact, inclusive programming.

As a Health Care Team Member and EDI Team Lead with the Science Student Success Centre, Mahnoor has contributed to orientation, peer mentoring and the development of workshops which have significantly increased engagement and reduced barriers for pre‑medical students. She also strengthens the Centre’s long‑term capacity by connecting students with tailored supports and contributing to training resources.

Beyond the Centre, Mahnoor co-founded the Carleton University Pre‑Medical Society, creating sustainable mentorship and professional development opportunities. Her leadership with Prospective Medical Professionals expanded outreach and hands‑on experiential learning.

Mahnoor’s multilingual and cross‑cultural experience further enhances her impact, informing her work as a teaching assistant for Indigenous Health and supporting underserved communities through culturally safe, trauma‑informed approaches.

Lauren began her studies during the pandemic as a commuter student, she quickly became a catalyst for connection, community, and opportunity.

Lauren has led many community initiatives supporting CHEO, Movember and the Ottawa Food Bank, while also contributing to outreach, mentorship and recruitment. Her leadership within the Sprott Business Students’ Society, rising from committee member to President, has expanded student engagement, enhanced professional development opportunities and delivered measurable improvements in digital reach and community‑building initiatives.

Academically, Lauren has served as a Teaching Assistant and course leader and she has applied her learning through roles in consulting, HR and digital marketing, including positions with Nokia and Carleton’s Future‑EDge program.