CSAHS Awards for Faculty Advising and Mentorship of Graduate Students

Awards and recognition play a vital role in celebrating the achievements and contributions of students, faculty, and staff within the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences (CSAHS). These awards highlight academic excellence, leadership, research innovation, and community engagement, showcasing the dedication and impact of individuals who strive to make a difference in our world. Whether honouring outstanding scholarship, service, or mentorship, these accolades reflect the college's commitment to fostering a supportive and inspiring academic environment.

“Our faculty's dedication to advising and mentorship is at the heart of our graduate student experience. Their guidance, support, and commitment help shape the next generation of researchers and leaders, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation within our college. Congratulations to our well-deserving 2024 recipients!” — Uwafiokun Idemudia, Dean of CSAHS

Faculty Advising and Mentorship Awards

These awards recognize faculty who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and skill in guiding, mentoring, and supporting their graduate students' academic, personal, and professional growth. Two awards are presented each year: the Tenured Faculty Advising and Mentorship Award and the Early Career Faculty Advising and Mentorship Award.

Tenured Faculty Graduate Advising and Mentorship Award

Dr. Carolyn Yule is the 2024 recipient of the Tenured Faculty Graduate Advising and Mentorship Award, which recognizes faculty members demonstrating outstanding mentorship and advising of graduate students through positive student outcomes, engagement in scholarly activities with students, and a longstanding commitment to fostering inclusive excellence through mentorship.

Yule was nominated for her exceptional dedication, innovative advising approach, and unwavering commitment to fostering inclusivity in the SOAN Department and beyond. Through her leadership, she has cultivated a collaborative and supportive environment that enhances her students’ professional and academic growth.

Students have expressed deep appreciation for Yule’s academic integrity, professionalism, and ethical guidance. She is widely recognized for her genuine care and respect for her students, cultivating an environment where they thrive academically, personally, and professionally. Yule exemplifies the kind of leadership that fosters a supportive space for student growth, making the graduate school experience both intellectually rigorous and deeply enriching.

“She meets students where they are at and takes time to understand their goals for their graduate learning journey. While she holds rigorous standards and challenges students to do their best work, she is also attentive to wellness. Dr. Yule’s guidance is transformative.” — Dr. Laura MacDiarmid

Early Career Faculty Graduate Advising and Mentorship Award

Dr. Tuğçe Ellialti-Köse is the 2024 recipient of the Early Career Faculty Graduate Advising and Mentorship Award, which recognizes faculty who are pre-tenured in a tenure-track or Contractually Limited Appointment (CLA).

Ellialti-Köse was nominated for her exceptional dedication to guiding and supporting the academic, personal, and professional growth of her graduate students. Her life-changing mentorship and unwavering commitment to fostering inclusion and diversity—both in the classroom and beyond—create a supportive learning environment where each student feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully to their community.

Deeply invested in her students’ success, Ellialti-Köse recognizes the importance of responsiveness to ensure they feel supported, understood, and heard. Her approach is not just about timely responses—it is defined by kindness, empathy, and attention to detail, making students feel truly valued.

Ellialti-Köse is also an active participant in the CSAHS’s Graduate Mentorship Program (GMP), which supports Black, Indigenous, and racialized graduate students. Her dedication to mentorship within this program has been recognized by the College, further highlighting her remarkable impact on students' academic, professional, and personal journeys.

“Dr. Ellialti-Köse does not view academia as merely a stepping stone but more as an opportunity to help each student reach their full potential. She recognizes who her students are as individuals and tailors her support accordingly. As a full-time graduate student with work commitments outside the university, I deeply appreciate her consideration of both my academic and life demands.”
— Sami Falkenstein

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 CSAHS Awards for Faculty Advising and Mentorship of Graduate Students. The dedication, mentorship, and commitment of our faculty shape student success, leaving a lasting impact on their academic and professional journeys. We celebrate their outstanding achievements and contributions to creating an inclusive, enriching, and inspiring learning environment within the academic community and beyond.