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.
The Royal's Institute of Mental Health Research, and Universities Canada
Undergraduate Degree
Psychology with a minor in Criminology University of Ottawa
Graduate Degree
PhD in Psychology
University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
Learning and discussions with others, mentoring undergraduate students
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
No but I did lead the psychology undergraduate psychology program (PUMP) and helped organized the PsychFair
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Find a balance, find enjoyment and take the full benefit of learnings and the experience, develop your passion and career path over time - this can take years!
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
Criminology, Education, Federal Government, Health Care Sector, Mental Health, Non Profit Sector, Provincial Government, Psychology, Research
Eva Guerin
Defence Scientist with Director General Military Personnel Research and Analysis (DGMPRA) at the Department of National Defence
Bachelor's Degree, Sociology and Criminology University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
Last-minute cramming with classmates over breakfast at Father & Sons.
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
No.
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Take the opportunity to participate in student associations, clubs, sports, etc. which align with your interests and support your future goals - even if you're not certain what those are, yet! The experiences will form the foundation of your memories of this time in your life, and the relationships and networks you build will help support you after graduation. Also, professors are just people. Don't let yourself feel too intimidated to make use of their time and willingness to support your success.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
Criminology, Personal Branding, Private Sector
Julien Labrosse
Visits Officer, Official Visits Division, Office of Protocol, Global Affairs Canada
Visits Officer, Official Visits Division, Office of Protocol, Global Affairs Canada
First job after graduation
Executive Assistant, Office of a Member of Parliament, House of Commons of Canada
Undergraduate Degree
Bachelor of Social Sciences Joint Honours in History and Political Science University of Ottawa
Graduate Degree
Master of Arts in History
University of Ottawa
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
uOttawa Model UN Association, uOttawa Model Parliament
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Study something you enjoy and that you are interested in, and seize the opportunities that come to you. You don't know how your degree will be helpful to you yet, but it will.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
International Career Experience, Francophony, Federal Government, Policy / Politics, Public Sector
