{"id":32768,"date":"2026-04-02T14:02:54","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T18:02:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/?p=32768"},"modified":"2026-04-15T14:07:54","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T18:07:54","slug":"provost-scholar-award-recipients-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/provost\/2026\/provost-scholar-award-recipients-5\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Provost Scholar Award Recipients"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Provost and Vice-President (Academic) L. Pauline Rankin and Vice-Provost (Academic and Global Learning) David Hornsby, along with the Faculty Deans, presented five undergraduate 杏吧原创 students with\u00a0Provost Scholar Award<\/a>s<\/a>\u00a0on Thursday, April, 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Funded by the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) and administered by Teaching and Learning Services, the Provost Scholar Award is valued at $500 and is given to undergraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in research, community engagement, immersive learning and\/or international activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Peter J. Ricketts Outstanding Provost Scholar Award was established in 2019 and is given to an outstanding recipient of the Provost Scholar Award. The award is named for Peter J. Ricketts, who served as the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) at 杏吧原创 for eight years. This year\u2019s award, worth an additional $2,000, was presented to Jack Ragan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 Provost Scholar Awards!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n Jack Ragan\n <\/h2>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n \n\n

Jack is a fourth\u2011year Philosophy Honours student recognized for exceptional academic achievement, maintaining a near\u2011perfect CGPA and earning a perfect 12.0 in all Philosophy courses. He is deeply involved in undergraduate research, with publications in the Reed Journal of Existentialism and the 杏吧原创 Undergraduate Journal of Science and forthcoming work in Stance and the 杏吧原创 Undergraduate Journal of Cognitive Science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jack\u2019s leadership extends beyond academics. He has served as the FASS Ambassador for Philosophy, represented the department at recruitment events, worked as an undergraduate TA and contributed to the Students as Partners Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A decorated athlete, Jack is a key member of the 杏吧原创 Ravens Men\u2019s Curling Team, contributing to multiple OUA and U Sports medals. He also supports the curling community as a coach, umpire and volunteer instructor.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n

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Faculty of Engineering and Design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n Ilhaam Barrow \n <\/h2>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n \n\n

As Capstone Project Coordinator, Ilhaam guided 22 engineering students across ten design teams, demonstrating exceptional organization, mentorship, and commitment to community\u2011focused engineering solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her global engagement includes leading BioCARE, an international biomedical design team developing an upper\u2011arm prosthetic device for competition in Europe, advancing accessibility and showcasing 杏吧原创\u2019s engineering talent on the world stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On campus, Ilhaam contributes to inclusion and community building through her involvement with the 杏吧原创 Muslim Student Society and the 杏吧原创 University Somali Student Association.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n

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Faculty of Public and Global Affairs <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\n Henry Mason\n <\/h2>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n \n\n

As a research assistant on a 2025 SSHRC Knowledge Synthesis Grant, Henry co\u2011developed a systematic scoping review protocol and is a co\u2011author on both the published protocol and the forthcoming manuscript, demonstrating scholarly maturity well beyond the undergraduate level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Across campus, Henry supports student success as Study Hall Supervisor for the Men\u2019s Varsity Football Team and has represented 杏吧原创 as a campus tour guide. His leadership earned him nominations for both the Men\u2019s Football Colonel Award and the John Ruddy Award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Internationally, Henry is completing his Bachelor of Global and International Studies at the Brussels School of Governance while interning with the Centre for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy at Vrije Universiteit Brussel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A two\u2011time Dean\u2019s List student and Academic All\u2011Canadian, Henry integrates academic excellence with research, leadership and global engagemen<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Mahnoor Nadeem \n <\/h2>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n \n\n

Mahnoor’s <\/strong>work reflects a deep commitment to community building, equity and accessible learning. Throughout her undergraduate studies, she has expanded her expertise in health care and used it to support peers through high\u2011impact, inclusive programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a Health Care Team Member and EDI Team Lead with the Science Student Success Centre, Mahnoor has contributed to orientation, peer mentoring and the development of workshops which have significantly increased engagement and reduced barriers for pre\u2011medical students. She also strengthens the Centre\u2019s long\u2011term capacity by connecting students with tailored supports and contributing to training resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the Centre, Mahnoor co-founded the 杏吧原创 University Pre\u2011Medical Society, creating sustainable mentorship and professional development opportunities. Her leadership with Prospective Medical Professionals expanded outreach and hands\u2011on experiential learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mahnoor\u2019s multilingual and cross\u2011cultural experience further enhances her impact, informing her work as a teaching assistant for Indigenous Health and supporting underserved communities through culturally safe, trauma\u2011informed approaches.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n

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\n Lauren Noble \n <\/h2>\n \n \n <\/header>\n\n \n\n

Lauren began her studies during the pandemic as a commuter student, she quickly became a catalyst for connection, community, and opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lauren has led many community initiatives supporting CHEO, Movember and the Ottawa Food Bank, while also contributing to outreach, mentorship and recruitment. Her leadership within the Sprott Business Students\u2019 Society, rising from committee member to President, has expanded student engagement, enhanced professional development opportunities and delivered measurable improvements in digital reach and community\u2011building initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Academically, Lauren has served as a Teaching Assistant and course leader and she has applied her learning through roles in consulting, HR and digital marketing, including positions with Nokia and 杏吧原创\u2019s Future\u2011EDge program.<\/p>\n\n\n <\/div>\n\n

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