Scholars' Corner 2026: Celebrating Scholarship and the Disciplines that Drive it

May 5, 2026 - Research and Scholarship - Ambrose University, Calgary, Alberta 

On Tuesday, May 5, Ambrose University welcomed faculty members and researchers from across the institution for Scholars’ Corner 2026 — an annual gathering that celebrates the scholarship, creativity, and research culture growing within the university community.

Designed as a space for the Ambrose research community to connect and engage in meaningful academic dialogue, Scholars’ Corner provides faculty members with the opportunity to showcase completed research projects while encouraging collaboration and professional discourse across disciplines.

This year’s event featured an impressive 38 completed research projects from 18 faculty members, highlighting the breadth and diversity of scholarship taking place at Ambrose. The projects represented a wide range of disciplines and research interests, reflecting the university’s continued commitment to academic inquiry and scholarly excellence.

While the showcased works spanned multiple fields of study, the central focus of Scholars’ Corner 2026 was the “disciplines of scholarship” — not merely the subjects that researcher’s study, but the practices, habits, and dispositions that shape growth as researchers and writers.

The seminar featured presentations from two accomplished scholars who shared practical and reflective insights from their own academic journeys.

Dr. Damilola Adingupu — Ethical Disciplines in Research

Dr. Damilola Adingupu spoke on the topic “Ethical Disciplines in Research,” offering faculty members a thoughtful exploration of the complexities of conducting ethical research in a global context. Drawing from her experiences within the scientific research community, she reflected on the importance of research ethics and the practices that have contributed to successful research applications throughout her career.

Adingupu shared examples of how research regulations and ethical limitations can vary significantly between countries, influencing both research outcomes and broader societal implications. Her presentation challenged attendees to think critically about what it means to pursue research ethically in an increasingly interconnected and complex world. Her talk was a timely reminder that ethical rigour is not merely procedural, but a discipline to be actively cultivated throughout a research career.

Dr. Mark Buchanan — Disciplines for Scholarly Writing

The session also featured bestselling author Dr. Mark Buchanan, who spoke on the disciplines required for scholarly writing. With nearly 25 published books over the past 15 years, Buchanan offered practical insight into the systems and habits that have enabled him to consistently produce high-quality work.

From planning strategies and structured routines to accountability practices and disciplined writing habits, Buchanan emphasised that successful scholarly writing is rarely accidental. Instead, it is cultivated through intentional rhythms and sustained commitment over time. His session was both inspiring and very practical; offering faculty concrete strategies to carry from the seminar room directly into their own writing lives.

A Collective Challenge

Together, the presentations encouraged faculty members to reflect not only on the content of their scholarship, but also on the personal disciplines that sustain meaningful research and writing.

The seminar concluded with a collective challenge to the Ambrose research community: to continue defining what ethical and impactful scholarship looks like amid the realities and pressures facing researchers today, and to intentionally build systems that support long-term research and writing goals.

As Ambrose continues to strengthen its research culture, Scholars’ Corner 2026 served as both a celebration of scholarly accomplishment and a reminder that research excellence is shaped not only by ideas, but by the disciplines that bring those ideas to life.>