{"id":1576,"date":"2023-06-27T11:07:40","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T15:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/?page_id=1576"},"modified":"2024-01-22T12:43:59","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T17:43:59","slug":"news-and-activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/qes-as-wa-2021-2024-2\/news-and-activities\/","title":{"rendered":"News and Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"content-wrapper content-wrapper--shortcode\"><div class=\"u-post-reload\"><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2025\/2368\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Wednesday, March 26, 2025<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Claude Winnie Pefol\u00e9&#8217;s Success Story<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">On Saturday, March 22, 2025, QES scholar Claude Winnie Pefol\u00e9 had the honor of being one of the 17 authors showcased during the activities of Francophonie Month at the first Francophone Book Fair in Washington DC, representing the Republic of Cameroon. The event, chaired by His Excellency the Ambassador of the Gabonese Republic in... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/qes-as-wa-conference-in-lagos-nigeria\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Thursday, November 21, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">QES-AS-WA conference in Lagos, Nigeria<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">On Friday, Oct 25th, 2024 Carleton University&#039;s QES-AS-WA project hosted a seminar in Lagos, Nigeria. QES-AS-WA scholars participated in the conference either virtually in person. Professor Nduka Otiono, Principal Investigator of Carleton University\u2019s QES-AS-WA project and Director of the Institute of African Studies, was Chief Host of the QES... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/carleton-universitys-qes-as-wa-end-of-project-seminar-and-event\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Thursday, November 14, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Carleton University&#8217;s QES-AS-WA End of Project Seminar and Event<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">We were thrilled to announce Carleton University\u2019s Queen Elizabeth Scholarship -Advanced Scholars- West Africa (QES-AS-WA) End of Project Event was on October 9, 2024, from 12pm to 2:30pm at DT 2017. This event celebrated the achievements of our scholars and marked the successful conclusion of the QES-AS-WA project. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/farewell-party-for-the-scholars\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Wednesday, July 31, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Farewell Party for the QES-AS-WA Scholars<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">On July 19th, we hosted a heartfelt farewell event for the QES-AS-WA scholars, marking the culmination of their enriching journey with us. The event celebrated the scholars&#039; remarkable achievements and contributions to the program, highlighting their dedication and hard work. It was a day filled with gratitude and appreciation, as we reminisced... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/caas-conference-in-montreal-qc\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Wednesday, July 3, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">CAAS Conference in Montreal, QC<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">Five QES-AS-WA scholars traveled to McGill University in Montreal, QC, to participate in the CAAS Conference from June 12th to June 16th, 2024. The QES-AS-WA program PI, Nduka Otiono, accompanied them. The sessions offered a perfect blend of insightful presentations and interactive discussions. The conference provided an excellent opportunity to... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/presentation-at-macodrum-library-by-dr-bakare-fatungase-oluwabunmi\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Thursday, March 7, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Presentation at MacOdrum Library by Dr. Bakare-Fatungase Oluwabunmi<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">On Thursday, February 29th, 2024, Dr. Bakare-Fatungase Oluwabunmi delivered a presentation on the Research Made Simple Lab to Librarians at the MacOdrum Library, Carleton University. During the presentation, Dr. Bakare-Fatungase outlined the Research Made Simple Lab, showcasing its alignment with the Novice2Expert Research Framework. She... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/black-history-month-acknowledge-your-past-empower-your-future\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Thursday, March 7, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Black History Month: Acknowledge your past, empower your future!<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">The NewLife Project Inc. recently hosted an event commemorating Black History Month on February 17, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at their headquarters. This event marked a significant milestone as the NewLife Project Inc. celebrated ten years of dedicated service to women and children in Canada. The occasion served as an opportunity... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/presentation-by-dr-oluwabunmi-bakare-fatungase-at-royal-military-college-kingston\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Wednesday, February 14, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Presentation by Dr. Oluwabunmi Bakare-Fatungase at Royal Military College Kingston<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">Dr. Bakare-Fatungase, a Queen Elizabeth Scholar, conducted a research visit at the Massey Library of the Royal Military College Kingston from February 12th to 13th, 2024. Currently engaged in her placement at Saint Paul University in Ottawa, Dr. Bakare is leveraging her scholarly endeavors to contribute to the advancement of knowledge. During her... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/farewell-party-for-dr-oluyemisi-idowu-majebi\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Monday, January 22, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">Farewell Party for Dr. Oluyemisi Idowu Majebi<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">Dr. Oluyemisi Idowu Majebi emerged as a dynamic force within the inaugural cohort of the QES-AS-WA program at Carleton. With intelligence, enthusiasm, and a dedication to both her personal success and that of her peers, her leadership prowess became evident through the significant role she assumed throughout her scholarship period. Her placement... <span class=\"news__more-link\">More<\/span><\/p><\/a><\/div><div class=\"news news--archive u-width-limited\"><a class=\"news__link  news__link--archive\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/qes\/2024\/newlife-womens-world-forum-in-december-2023\/\"><p class=\"news__date news__date--archive\">Monday, January 22, 2024<\/p><h3 class=\"news__heading u-hide-in-toc news__heading--archive\" rel=\"bookmark\">NewLife Project Inc: Women\u2019s World Forum in December, 2023<\/h3><p class=\"news__excerpt news__excerpt--archive\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The NewLife Project is a Not-for-profit Organization working to transform the lives of women and through education and entrepreneurship programs, relief efforts, and empowerment seminars. The goal is to inspire, educate and empower women and children through various support systems. 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