Sana Mohsni Receives Faculty Graduate Mentoring Award
Sana Mohsni, Associate Professor of Finance, has been recognized for excellence in teaching and the impact she has had on her graduate students. Mohsni was selected as one of five faculty members across Carleton University to receive the 2026 Faculty Graduate Mentoring Award.
This award recognizes professors who demonstrate exceptional dedication to graduate education through their roles as supervisors and research mentors. Sponsored by the Office of the Vice-President (Research, Innovation and International) and Graduate Studies, the award underscores the significant and lasting influence that strong mentorship can have on graduate student success.
Selection for the award is based on nomination letters submitting by graduate students in support of their supervisors, which demonstrate the impact of faculty members on graduate students professional and personal development. The following are excepts from Mohsni’s students’ letters.
“Being her PhD student is the greatest fortune of my academic life. She celebrates our successes and stays present during setbacks. Her mentorship has shaped not only my PhD journey but also my values as a new scholar and future mentor. From her I have learned rigorous scholarship, a commitment to high standards, and how to mentor students with patience and care.”
“Thanks to her continued guidance and partnership, I have successfully secured various prestigious awards, scholarships, and grants throughout my program—achievements that I believe would not have been possible without her strategic support and mentorship. Prof. Mohsni views her role as preparing students not just to complete a thesis, but to launch an independent and impactful career.”
“Dr. Mohsni has been a constant source of professional and personal guidance for me. She is always available to meet, highly responsive, and provides thoughtful feedback even on short notice. Her guidance also led to my receiving several awards including SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship, KPMG-CRIW Graduate Burssary and OGS. Helping me secure funding reflects her deep understanding that financial stability is essential for sustained academic progress.”