The Paul Bregman Family Student Experience Award

Overview

Awarded annually on the recommendation of the Director, Student Life to current Carleton University undergraduate students in order to offset the cost of experiential learning opportunities. Eligible recipients will use the funds to attend a conference, workshop, or learning opportunity that supports or enhances experiential learning. Preference will be given to students seeking to participate in learning opportunities focused on Jewish studies or Israel studies. Application is required. Endowed in 2017 by Mr. Paul Bregman and family in recognition of their belief in the importance of student travel and the exchange of ideas through conference attendance.

Selection Process

How to Apply:

Students are able to apply for this award via a self-nomination. Two (2) students will be selected by the Awards Committee, and each selected student (2) will be presented with a $2,000 award each.

Eligibility:

be an undergraduate student at Carleton University
demonstrate a passion for intercultural learning
have a conference, workshop, or learning opportunity identified with a proposed budget including expenses
demonstrate the anticipated learning outcomes from their experience and how they will apply these in a way that enriches our Carleton community
demonstrate leadership experiences and outline future aspirations


Applications Open	October 15, 2026 @ 9 a.m.
Applications Close	November 30, 2026 @ 9 a.m.
Selection Process	December 1 to December 11, 2026
Candidates Receive Notice of Status of Award	December 21, 2026

Application

"*" indicates required fields

General Applicant Information

Name*

First Last

Carleton Email*

Student Number*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone*

Student Declaration

By clicking this box I authorize Carleton University to release a copy of this application to the appropriate awards selection committee(s) and to the award donor, including my academic record, in order to adjudicate my application for an award. If requested, I agree to provide the Awards Office with any documentation necessary to verify the information on this. I declare that the above information is true and accurate. If any information is inaccurate, I understand that an Award may be reassessed and/or withdrawn*

I Agree

Application Questions

Name, Date(s), and Location of Learning Activity*

Please list as follows: SOAR Leadership Conference; January 30, 2020; Carleton University; Ottawa, ON; Canada

Learning Activity Outline*

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 15 MB.

Please upload a pdf document summarizing the conference/workshop/etc learning opportunity that you are applying to use this award for. This document should contain links to the conference/workshop/etc if applicable.

Budget*

Max. file size: 15 MB.

Please upload a budget which includes all expenses involved with this learning experience. Please note, successful candidates may be required to provide proof of expenses (invoices/quotes/etc) upon selection.

Please describe the anticipated learning outcomes from this experience.*

250 words max.

How will you share the learning outcomes obtained from this experience to enrich our Carleton Community?*

250 words maximum.

Please outline your previous and/or current leadership experience and future aspirations.*

250 words maximum.

Please describe any demonstrated interest or engagement in Jewish Studies and/or Israel Studies, including relevant courses, research projects, cultural activities, volunteer work, or community involvement.Untitled

Anything further you would like to share with the awards selection committee.

250 words maximum.