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 Science, double major in mathematics and economics University of Ottawa
Graduate Degree
Master in Philosophy
University of Oxford
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
My entire first year as I was a Parliamentary Page.
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
No
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Even though they can be intimidating, the professors are on the same team as you and want you to succeed! Take advantage of their knowledge, guidance and advice.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Bachelor of Sciences, Mathematics Higher Normal School of Yaoundé and University of Yaoundé I, Cameroon
Graduate Degree
Master of Sciences, Mathematics
Master of Arts, Education
Ph.D. in Economics
M.Sc., Mathematics, University of Yaounde I, Cameroon
M.A., Education, ́Ecole Normale Supérieure of Yaoundé, Cameroon
PhD, University of Ottawa
Favourite memory of your uOttawa university experience
Plenty of support and mentorship from all faculty members at the Department of Economics, especially Roland Pongou, my thesis supervisor, and Victoria Barham, the chair of the department and my thesis advisor. My family and I have benefited from considerable support and kindness from them, in and outside the campus. We are indebted to all the help they offered us throughout my doctoral journey and the job market hurdle. The friendship with former students and the Graduate Student Economics Association Board was outstanding and joyous. I will never forget our joyful soccer games with most of the athletic faculty members of the Economics department. I have a lot of special memories from my journey at uOttawa.
Participation in student government, Clubs or Sports
Yes. I was a member and president of GESA and played intramural soccer on campus.
Tip for our current students or young alumni
Canada is a welcoming country with lovely people, and Ottawa is the best place to experience such great ideals. Enjoy your journey on campus, participate in sports and clubs, and open your heart and mind to a diverse experience and culture. Share your joy and offer your help whenever you can; it matters and can significantly change people's lives.
Fellow alumni, reach out to me on LinkedIn if you would like to chat
Area of interest
International Development, Human Rights, Economics, Education, Entrepreneur / Entrepreuneurship, Environment, Francophony, Digital Marketing, Small Business, Philantropy, Policy / Politics, Research, Non Profit Sector
