2022 Achievement Award Recipients

Mark Lanthier

School of Computer Science, Faculty of Science

Improving Problem-Solving and Debugging Skills Through Collaborative-Computing and Identification of Common Pitfalls

Students often come into our program with a deficiency in problem-solving skills, which are essential for computer scientists. This project aims at investigating ways to improve an individual’s problem-solving and debugging skills through collaborative-computing and common pitfall identification. The study will attempt determine the effectiveness of various student pair-ups during lab sessions as well as investigate overall improvements in student ability to overcome common programming pitfalls through carefully guided lab instructions and explanations.

Danette Nearing-Guibord

Criminology and Criminal Justice, Faculty of Public Affairs

From Academics to Practice: Criminology Field Placement course enhancements for success in the field

Carleton’s field placement program in Criminology is one of the most successful ones in Canada. Yet, there are gaps in skills and knowledge needed for successful placements. My project will fill in those gaps so that every student who takes CRCJ3901(3902) will be prepared for success in the criminal justice field. Through innovative and engaging techniques in the classroom, to teaching a class on Knowledge Mobilization, to thorough preparation before placements, students will learn knowledge and skills that employers say are necessary for success.

Isaac Otchere

Sprott School of Business

Using Business Simulations to Promote Experiential Learning in the Era of Online Teaching

This project uses team-based multiplayer simulations to foster experiential learning at a time when the need to engage students has been amplified by the lack of physical interaction among students and instructors. The simulations will provide opportunities for students to play different roles while highlighting connections between specific academic topics and real-world societal issues and applications. This innovative project will enhance students’ ability to view issues from multiple perspectives and improve overall student knowledge retention.

Nigel Waltho

Biology, Faculty of Science

CoVid-19 Safety – Implications for BIOL 3605 Field Course, Canadian Scientific Diving

Classroom courses in marine and freshwater biology are commonly found across Ontario’s universities. But none of these courses teach the hands-on, in-water skills necessary to directly observe these biological systems in situ. Carleton University uniquely offers a two-week field course to train our students accordingly. However, because of CoVid-19 specialized equipment is necessary to maintain student safety and training standards. This award is to secure this equipment and thereby offset additional student fees.

Janne Cleveland

English Language and Literature, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

As a member of the Carleton University community for the past twenty years, Janne Cleveland continues to work toward inspiring students as the Co-ordinator of Drama Studies in the English Department. Student learning is at the centre of Janne’s teaching practice. This award will be used to support an Artist-in-residence program in development that will provide students with an experiential opportunity to work with professionals in the field of performance.

Joanne Rumig

Access Services, MacOdrum Library

Joining MacOdrum Library in 2008 and as Head of Access Services since 2018, Joanne has led the Access Services Department to ensure library resources are accessible to all users of the Carleton community and external partners. During her time at Carleton, she has had key roles in the implementation of Omni and the Collaborative Futures consortium, resource sharing platforms and the course reserves system. She is passionate in bringing people together to collaborate and share ideas to improve the user’s experience in the library.

Chris Trainor

Archives and Special Collections, MacOdrum Library

Chris Trainor has worked in a variety of roles centring on archives and records management. He has worked in post-secondary archival institutions, law archives and corporate records. His first position at Carleton was as Corporate Archivist and Assistant Privacy Officer, and is currently the Department Head of Archives & Special Collections, MacOdrum Library. His current research interests are on broadening the archival field by integrating more interdisciplinary frameworks in archival processes, incorporating participatory approaches, and reflexive praxis.

Christie Brien

Linguistics and Language Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Linguistics and learning are multifaceted paths and tools that I enjoy sharing to benefit others. This has taken many forms, from research projects involving language processing strategies to aiding young researchers. As a Contract Instructor, I’ve enjoyed sharing my passion for linguistics while providing opportunities for students to identify their motivations and what learning strategies may aid them in understanding, retaining, and applying key information. Such tools enable students to reach their full academic potential.

Logan Ewanation

Criminology and Criminal Justice, Faculty of Public Affairs

While teaching, one of my primary goals is to instill in my students a genuine enthusiasm for the course material. My lectures aim to incorporate as much student engagement as possible through the use of techniques like live-polling software (e.g., Kahoot quizzes) and “think-pair-share” activities. I recently completed my PhD in the psychology department at Carleton; my dissertation examined the influence of victim race on jurors’ perceptions of police use of force.

Hoda Khalil

Systems and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Design

Hoda Khalil is a postdoctoral research fellow at the Systems and Engineering Department at Carleton University. She has experience in academia, as well as in the industry in the field of software engineering. While designing her courses, she links both worlds, through collaborations with industry and government partners, to prepare the students for real-life experiences. She employs pedagogical methodologies to serve the goal of training students on methods and principles to produce high-quality software and data science projects while enjoying a stimulating and flexible environment.

Gerry Kanter

Industrial Design, Faculty of Engineering and Design

This research proposal will explore some of the questions regarding the integration of different types of hardware and software platforms to create a new type of 3D learning environment. Its primary goal is to discover new techniques and tools that enhance user experiences in virtual spaces without getting lost or distracted by the technology or the interface.