The FSS Portraits project compiles the journeys of our alumni community since their graduation from our programs. These portraits have three main objectives:
Accompany those considering our programs in their decision and integration into our community.
To inspire all students to explore what their careers might look like.
Encourage exchange within the alumni community.
Many thanks to our alumni who submitted their career paths since graduation.
Are you a graduate of the Faculty of Social Sciences? We invite you to complete the form and submit your profile to share your journey and inspire our student and alumni community.
In the Spotlight
Andrew Heffernan
Part-time professor and part-time operations manager for a federal riding association
Part-time professor and part-time operations manager for a federal riding association
First job after graduation
Part-time professor
Undergraduate Degree
Joint Honours BSocSc in History and Political Science
Honours BSocSc International Development University of Ottawa
Graduate Degree
Masters public and international affairs
PhD political studies
University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
Competing on the varsity track team
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
Varsity cross country and track teams. I was the varsity athlete committee representative and president of the GSPIA Student Executive Council.
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Get involved! There are so many great opportunities on campus that can be much more than an academic or educational experience but also a broader building process that could and should be enjoyable!
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
Environment, International Development, Policy / Politics
Claudia Kuzma
Professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences (University of the Republic of Uruguay). Consultant at the National Institute for Human Rights and Ombudsperson of Uruguay.
Professor at the Faculty of Social Sciences (University of the Republic of Uruguay). Consultant at the National Institute for Human Rights and Ombudsperson of Uruguay.
First job after graduation
Consultant at National Institute for Human Rights of Uruguay.
Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor in Social Work University of the Republic, Uruguay
Graduate Degree
Doctorate (PhD) in Philosophy International Development
University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
My favorite memories during my university experience are the class discussions with my colleagues and professors, and of course the end-of-year meetings. I also loved spending my reading time in the fantastic library, participating in tours organized by university groups and making new friends.
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
Yes, I founded the Latin America and Caribbean Student Association together with other colleagues from different schools and programs.
Tip for our current students or young alumni
I would recommend that young students make the most of the experience of studying at the University of Ottawa, trust in their own abilities and open up to the opportunities that this institution offers them.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
International Development, Human Rights, International Career Experience, Federal Government, Municipal Government, Provincial Government, Policy / Politics, Research, Public Sector, Social Work
Federal Officer (Clerical Officer - Senior Citizen's Security Directorate)
Undergraduate Degree
1. Bachelor of Social Sciences with a Major in Economics and a Minor in Public Administration
2. Bachelor's degree in Economics, option Mathematical Economics 1. University of Ottawa
2. University of Kinshasa, DR Congo
Graduate Degree
Master's degree in Public Administration, concentration Program Evaluation
National School of Public Administration (ENAP)
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
The easy approachability of the teachers and their availability
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Have an agenda - Up-to-date class journal.
Area of interest
International Development, Economics, Federal Government, Small Business, Policy / Politics, Research, Private Sector, Public Sector
Kim Ades
Founder of Frame of Mind Coaching™ and The Journal That Talks Back™
