Each year, the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS) proudly recognizes the outstanding creativity, scholarship and social impact of our faculty members through the LA&PS Research Awards. These awards shine a spotlight on research that not only advances academic knowledge but also strengthens communities, informs public policy and creates transformative learning opportunities for students.
“These awards celebrate the very best of our Faculty’s research culture,” says Kathryn McPherson, Interim Dean, LA&PS. “Our scholars are driving change—locally and globally—through work that inspires students, engages communities and tackles real-world challenges. We are deeply proud of their contributions to research, learning and the broader society.”
The 2024-25 award recipients include:
Jelena Zikic, Associate Professor, School of Human Resource Management
Professor Zikic’s research focuses on career transitions and associated challenges of various populations (migrants, baby boomers, unemployed, expats and others).
Sylvia Bawa, Associate Professor, Department of Sociology
Professor Bawa’s research explores discourses around empowerment, decolonization, human rights, culture and development.
Jean-Thomas Tremblay, Associate Professor, Department of English
Professor Tremblay’s research explores literary studies, cinema studies, sexuality studies and the environmental humanities.
To learn more about this year’s research winners and the process to apply, please visit the LA&PS Research Awards webpage.