Profile Stories Archives - AVÎÞÂë /newsroom_news_tag/profile-stories/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:51:07 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.5 Researcher Spotlight: Dr. Stephen Portillo /newsroom/newsroom_news/researcher-spotlight-dr-stephen-portillo/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:50:48 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=162287 Faculty of Science For Dr. Stephen Portillo, understanding the origins of our Solar System begins not only with telescopes, but with data. Dr. Portillo’s research program is in astrostatistics, which is developing advanced statistical and machine learning methods to analyze astronomical data. By applying the right data analysis techniques, astronomers can make new discoveries using […]

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]]> Dr. Simmee Chung Receives AERA Narrative Research SIG’s 2025 Early Career Award /newsroom/newsroom_news/early-career-award/ Wed, 28 May 2025 15:27:41 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=157728 AVÎÞÂë is delighted to share that Dr. Simmee Chung, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Education, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Early Career Award from the Narrative Research Special Interest Group (SIG) of the American Educational Research Association (AERA).   This prestigious award recognizes a scholar in the early stages […]

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]]> 2024 Student of the Year thrived by building community /newsroom/newsroom_news/2024-student-of-the-year-thrived-by-building-community/ Fri, 26 Jul 2024 21:55:51 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=152755 Each year, the Concordia AVÎÞÂë’ Association recognizes a student who leaves an enduring impact on our campus community. At AVÎÞÂë, the university experience extends beyond the classroom; you’re more than a number in the hallway who is simply taught and tested; you are a part of this close-knit community.  Jessica Manderville found herself immersed in […]

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]]> AVÎÞÂë astrophysics researcher helping chart new cosmic territories /newsroom/newsroom_news/cue-astrophysics-researcher-helping-chart-new-cosmic-territories/ Thu, 25 Jul 2024 22:52:15 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=152718 It’s safe to say that the moon is a fairly noticeable figure in the sky, and if you know what to look for, novice stargazers can find Jupiter too. But how would you think to spot Pluto—a tiny fraction the size of Jupiter and millions of times dimmer?  Pluto is the most famous and largest […]

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]]> 2024 Governor General’s Academic Medal Recipients /newsroom/newsroom_news/2024-governor-generals-academic-medal-recipients/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 17:49:24 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=151230 ERIN BOMBINI Governor-General’s Academic Gold Medal Graduate Erin Bombini was honored with the Governor-General Academic Gold Medal. Erin is a graduate of the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program. As a current educator, Erin felt that further pursuing studies through the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program would better support her through her […]

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]]> Small University, Global Impact /newsroom/newsroom_news/small-university-global-impact/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:55:01 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=148805 Resourceful, collaborative, and impactful are three words that describe researchers at AVÎÞÂë (AVÎÞÂë), who with their small teams, tackle big challenges. “We take immense pride in our research endeavours, where innovation and collaboration intersect. Our commitment to fostering a dynamic academic environment not only fuels groundbreaking discoveries but also provides unparalleled opportunities […]

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]]> Serving as CSA President fuelled graduate’s personal growth and boosted her confidence /newsroom/newsroom_news/serving-as-csa-president-fuelled-graduates-personal-growth-and-boosted-her-confidence-2/ Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:16:00 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=148371 Navleen's support for international students, enhancement of AVÎÞÂë's campus life, and fearless leadership as President of the Concordia Student Association served as an inspiration to us all.

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]]> Student of the Year’s remarkable advocacy and initiatives reshape the university landscape /newsroom/newsroom_news/student-of-the-years-remarkable-advocacy-and-initiatives-reshape-the-university-landscape-2/ Thu, 03 Aug 2023 14:12:00 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=148381 Qusai Murad was awarded the coveted title of Student of the Year at Convocation 2023.

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]]> Alumnus doubles his financial support to help the next generation Thunder players /newsroom/newsroom_news/alumnus-doubles-his-financial-support-to-help-the-next-generation-thunder-players/ Wed, 12 Apr 2023 14:58:00 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=148388 Peter Dushenski is a former student and Thunder teammate who is leaving a legacy of leadership allowing student athletes to excel in class and on the courts. 

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]]> “The Soul of Society”: Edmonton couple endow student education at AVÎÞÂë /newsroom/newsroom_news/edmonton-couple-endow-student-education-at-cue/ Fri, 17 Feb 2023 17:29:00 +0000 /?post_type=newsroom_news&p=148400 Mak and Joyce Hakim help others achieve their own educational dreams through a generous endowment to AVÎÞÂë.

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