{"id":507,"date":"2022-03-23T13:32:43","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T13:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/?page_id=507"},"modified":"2025-04-11T13:55:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T17:55:55","slug":"2020-recipients","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/awards-funding\/achievement-awards\/2020-recipients\/","title":{"rendered":"2020 Achievement Award Recipients"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\n 2020 Achievement Award Recipients\n <\/h1>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

The following awards are administered by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) and recognize outstanding teaching achievements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recipients of the Research Achievement Award are listed on the Office of the Vice-President (Research and International)\u2019s website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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\n \n 1.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Teaching Achievement Award\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 2.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Gr\u00e9gory Bult\u00e9\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 3.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Rishad Irani\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 4.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Rowan Thomson\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 5.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Brenda Vellino\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 6.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Deanna Whelan\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 7.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Professional Achievement Award\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 8.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Edward Bilodeau\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 9.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Mayurika Chakravorty\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 10.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Brandon Fodden\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 11.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Sonia Gulati\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 12.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Heather MacDonald\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 13.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Andrew Webb\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 14.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Contract Instructor Teaching Awards\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 15.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Jamie Brownlee\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 16.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Lyette Fortin\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 17.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Ariel Fuenzalida\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 18.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Robert Helal\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n \n
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\n \n 19.\n <\/span>\n\n \n Ashley Thompson\n <\/a>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Teaching Achievement Award<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Teaching Achievement Awards<\/a> are intended to enhance the teaching of their recipients and the quality of instruction at Carleton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Gr\u00e9gory<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Gr\u00e9gory Bult\u00e9<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructor III
Biology, Faculty of Science<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Out of your shell and into the field: Opportunities in wildlife biology through turtle research on campus and beyond<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This project will allow students enrolled in BIOL3505 and BIOL4502 to develop and perfect marketable skills in wildlife biology by contributing to actual field research on the conservation of local turtles. The Teaching Achievement Award will help sustain student-driven turtle monitoring programs and will make these programs more accessible for years to come. Turtles are ideally suited for such project and the data collected by students will help with their conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\"Rishad<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Rishad Irani<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Assistant Professor
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Design<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoebox Dynamics<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shoebox Dynamics is a cost-effective lab kit solution for large classes. They allow students to personally interact with engineering hardware and perform experiments. The kits, approximately the size of a shoebox, and the corresponding experimental learning modules allow students to explore various dynamic effects while developing critical thinking skills. The kits will be designed at the university so that in the future, they can easily be modified for other experiments or scenarios for experimental learning.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\"Rowan<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Rowan Thomson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Associate Professor
Physics, Faculty of Science<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Physics Heroes: Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Physics Heroes project will integrate equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) into the physics curriculum through student-centred and creative activities. Students will undertake self-directed learning about innovation and research towards identifying a Physics Hero. These non-disposable (oral, video, written, artistic) assignments will be used to build an online gallery to raise visibility of diverse contributions in physics. This integrative learning activity will support students\u2019 personal expression of values and their development of a physics identity.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\"Brenda<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Brenda Vellino<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Associate Professor
English Language and Literature, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Literary Ecological Fieldwork: An Environmental Humanities Experiential Learning Experiment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on a newly approved course in Literary Ecological Fieldwork, this project seeks to draw together scientific and literary study with fieldwork and contemplative pedagogy practices through a hybrid model of learning in both the classroom and local urban ecosystems on unceded Algonquin territories where Ottawa is situated. Offered over a six-year period, this course will test whether and how student encounters with flora, fauna, and watersheds through contemplative reading and attentive bioregional observation will enhance planetary citizenship and engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\"Deanna<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Deanna Whelan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructor II
Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Reengineered Statistics Course in Psychology: Refining and Scaling for Distribution<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Statistics is generally one of the most stressful and challenging courses of FASS degrees. The project redesigned a statistics course to lower stress and anxiety surrounding learning statistics while increasing mastery of material. A variety of tools were developed including online videos and experiential learning activities. The new blended course format showed significant promise and thus, refining to the design and adjustments for scaling for distribution are the new focus.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

Professional Achievement Award<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Professional Achievement Awards recognize outstanding professional achievements at Carleton University for professional librarians<\/a> and instructors<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Edward<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Edward Bilodeau<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Department Head
Library Technology Services, MacOdrum Library<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Edward joined Carleton in 2018 as the head of the Library Technology Services department. During that time he was also responsible for leading the implementation the new library services platform, Omni. In November 2019, Edward was appointed Associate University Librarian, Technology and Content Services. Prior to Carleton, Edward was an Associate Librarian at McGill University, first in Digital Initiatives and later the liaison librarian supporting the Desautels Faculty of Management.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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\"Mayurika<\/figure>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Mayurika Chakravorty<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructor I
English Language and Literature; Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I teach in the Department of English and the Childhood and Youth Studies Program at the Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies. In the wide range of courses that I teach, I am guided by three core principles, viz. globalizing the curriculum in order to enhance cultural literacy; pedagogy of empathy both as a strategy of instruction and a learning outcome; and experiential learning based on critical thinking and reflection.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Brandon Fodden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructor II
Mathematics and Statistics, Faculty of Science<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I teach, I aim to share my love of mathematics with all my students, whether they are majoring in the subject, or are students from outside of the Faculty of Science taking a pre-calculus course. I act as their guide as we experience the material together. I seek to share with my students a story that includes not only the mathematical results, but also the reasons for their development and the history of the subject.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Sonia Gulati<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructor I
Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I joined the new and growing Department of Health Sciences in 2016. I teach mainly in the Global Health and Disability & Chronic Illness Concentrations. I am also responsible for facilitating field placements locally, nationally, and internationally for students. I value being in a position that provides me the opportunity to work with students to shape the learning environment and explore contemporary health issues. As an educator, I am interested in curriculum design, classroom instruction, and experiential learning.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Heather MacDonald<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Health and Biosciences Librarian
Research Support Services, MacOdrum Library<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heather has a background in biology and health. After working for 15 years in research laboratories, she switched gears completing her MLIS in 2010. She worked at University of Ottawa before arriving at Carleton. Heather also works with the Knowledge Translation program at St Mikes Hospital. Heather\u2019s research interests include the application of knowledge synthesis methodologies in different disciplines, active learning using systematic reviews, research data management and data sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Andrew Webb<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Instructor III
Sprott School of Business<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project-based Service Learning<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program aims to get students out of the classroom and working with partner organizations on live business projects. Through this initiative, students work in interdisciplinary teams to solve real problems for business and community organizations. Project based service learning is an excellent way for students to acquire practical experience, expand their networks, enhance their management and leadership skills, and help the university expand relationships in the community and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

Contract Instructor Teaching Awards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Contract Instructor Teaching Awards<\/a> recognize teaching excellence by Contract Instructors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jamie Brownlee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contract Instructor
Law and Legal Studies, Faculty of Public Affairs; Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jamie Brownlee completed his PhD in sociology and political economy at Carleton University, where he teaches and conducts research in the areas of Canadian and international political economy, the sociology of education, corporate crime, environmental politics and climate change, and access to information law. He has published two books and two edited volumes, as well as 11 academic journal articles and book chapters. His current work focuses on the political economy of Canada\u2019s fossil fuel industry.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Lyette Fortin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contract Instructor, Adjunct Professor
Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism, Faculty of Engineering and Design<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My interest in teaching architectural conservation is to instill in students the importance of understanding, defining and respecting heritage and cultural values of our environment with the goal of intervening, in an ethical manner, to protect these values. Through the course, students can appreciate that conservation has realistic application in their academic design projects and in their future professional career where conservation is a valid sustainable approach to address society\u2019s changing needs, respect inherent values, and add meaningful, creative layers to our built environment.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Ariel Fuenzalida<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contract Instructor
Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I bring to my teaching a passion for ideas and a love of learning. My teaching approach encourages students to observe and to be curious about the social worlds they inhabit. The courses that I teach for the Department of Sociology and Anthropology introduce students to social theory by way of focusing on core concepts that develop critical thinking skills that will allow students to better navigate the complexities of contemporary social life.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Robert Helal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contract Instructor
Sprott School of Business<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robert Helal teaches marketing and strategic management at the graduate and undergraduate levels. In the classroom, he strives to develop his students\u2019 critical-thinking skills by blending management theory with industry and research experience. Robert draws on a range of experiential learning methods to fit the needs of each of his classes. With an emphasis on answering the \u201cSo what?\u201d, Robert helps students to connect the relevance of business concepts through a systems-perspective. Above all, his students are encouraged to express their thoughts, and to trust their intuition developed through study and preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n

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Ashley Thompson<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Contract Instructor
Neuroscience, Faculty of Science<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ashley Thompson has been an instructor in the Neuroscience department since 2017, teaching large first-year introductory courses as well as the fourth year Honours workshop. In both courses, she has innovated the design and delivery of material using high impact practices and deliberate strategies to enhance student learning. Recently, she has begun a study in the Honours workshop, investigating how certain pedagogical approaches can foster resilience and promote good mental health in her fourth-year students.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The following awards are administered by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) and recognize outstanding teaching achievements: Recipients of the Research Achievement Award are listed on the Office of the Vice-President (Research and International)\u2019s website. Teaching Achievement Award The Teaching Achievement Awards are intended to enhance the teaching of their recipients and the quality of instruction […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":450,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_cu_dining_location_slug":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"cu_page_type":[91,27],"class_list":["post-507","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","cu_page_type-achievement-awards-recipients","cu_page_type-awards-and-funding-opportunities"],"acf":{"cu_post_thumbnail":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/507","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=507"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/507\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":31726,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/507\/revisions\/31726"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/450"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=507"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"cu_page_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/cu_page_type?post=507"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}