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.
Bachelor of Social Sciences in Economics University of Ottawa
Graduate Degree
Master of Arts in Economics
University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
Catching a glimpse of campus on the Corktown footbridge
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
Rugby
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Don't be afraid to take jobs outside of your discipline after graduating. You'll learn as much or more than you ever could in academic settings, and you'll round out your personal brand by being immersed in new areas. Sometimes life doesn't work in a straight line.
Area of interest
Economics, Private Sector
Malik Ladhani
Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (New York)
Associate at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP (New York)
First job after graduation
Research Associate at the University of Central Asia (Kyrgyzstan)
Undergraduate Degree
Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences in International Studies and Modern Languages University of Ottawa
Graduate Degree
Juris Doctor
Harvard Law School
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
Skating on the Rideau Canal every winter
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
Director of Communications of IPPSSA; President of the Ottawa Ismaili Students Association
Tip for our current students or young alumni
I’d really encourage students to take full advantage of the incredible opportunities for education outside the classroom that being in the capital of Canada provides.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
International Career Experience, Legal Sector, Private Sector
Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences in International Economics and Development with a Minor in Management (in French Immersion) University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
My favourite uOttawa experience was participating in a field research course in Senegal, where we got to stay with host families in both the village of Mlomp and in the cities of Dakar and Ziguinchor! I loved that we had the opportunity to learn by immersing ourselves in the Senegalese culture and by building meaningful relationships with locals.
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
As the world opens up, take advantage of at least one of uOttawa's international opportunities for students or one of the many international internship programs for young professionals. It's the best time to challenge your perspectives and gain experience abroad.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
International Development, Economics, Entrepreneur / Entrepreuneurship, International Career Experience, Philantropy, Non Profit Sector
