Panel: Successfully Transitioning to Graduate Studies or Law School

Transitioning to graduate studies or beginning a law school journey is a major milestone that requires preparation, strategy, and confidence. This event offers a dynamic discussion on the theme “Succeeding in Your Transition to Graduate Studies or Law School”, followed by a Q&A session and an informal networking opportunity.

Hosted by Nathan Young, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ottawa, the activity will bring together recent graduates who will share their academic journeys, practical experiences, and strategies that helped them gain admission to some of the most competitive programs in Canada and internationally.

Among the participants:

Ruth Duclos
BSocSc Honours in Economics and Public Policy, University of Ottawa (2025)
Current studies: Master’s in Public and International Affairs , University of Ottawa

Ciku Gitonga
BSocSc Honours in Political Science, University of Ottawa (2024)
Current studies: Master’s in English and Creative Writing, Concordia University

Myriam Khelil
BSocSc Honours in International Development and Globalization, University of Ottawa (2025)
Current studies: Master’s in International Studies, specialization in International Development, Université Laval

Fanisha Hortense Pierre
BSocSc Honours in Public Administration, University of Ottawa (2025)
Current studies: Bachelor of Laws (LL.L.), Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa

Maya Purakal
BSocSc Joint Honours in Political Science and History at University of Ottawa (2025)
Current studies: Master’s in History, Dalhousie University

Anais Rezaigue
BSocSc Honours in International Development and Globalization, University of Ottawa (2025)
Current studies: Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Civil Law, McGill University

Paul Zaporzan
BSocSc Honours in Economics, Master’s in Economics, University of Ottawa (2019)
Graduate studies: Master’s in Public Policy, University of Chicago (2021)
Current employment: Economist, Statistics Canada