President’s Award winners celebrated at campus ceremony
Members of the McMaster 125th anniversary committee earned a President's Award for Outstanding Service at Tuesday's ceremony, held on campus.
Following a landmark year on campus, members of the University’s 125th Anniversary Committee were among the many employees honoured at Tuesday’s President’s Awards ceremony.
The award recognizes McMaster staff who have made an outstanding contribution to the mission of the University — especially those who go above and beyond the call of duty.
“Each one of these employees deserves to be recognized and celebrated,” says President Patrick Deane. “Their tireless efforts throughout the past year are truly remarkable, and their commitment to bettering our campus community is admirable. McMaster is surely a better place thanks to their hard work and dedication.”
The 125th Anniversary Committee included members from a number of campus departments, including University Advancement, the Student Success Centre, the President’s Office and the McMaster Students Union, among others.
The Student Wellness Team also took home a group award. Formed in 2011, the service has emerged as a provincial and national leader in collaborative care for students, particularly those affected by mental illness. Members of the team are active and leading volunteers within their professional organizations, including: the Ontario Medical Association, the Canadian University Counseling Centres Association and the Ontario University and College Health Association.
Individual award winners from Tuesday’s ceremony include:
Michele Corbeil — first year transition coordinator, Student Success Centre
Andy Duft — technical staff, Brockhouse Institute for Materials Research
Russ Ellis — laboratory coordinator, Faculty of Science (Integrated Science)
Patricia Kalnins — assistant dean, Faculty of Humanities
Andrew Pettit — recreation coordinator, Athletics & Recreation
Deborah Smaluck — administrator, School of Engineering Practice, Civil Engineering
Danielle Soucy — director & program coordinator, ASHS, Faculty of Health Sciences
Nancy Wilczynski — research manager, Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics
View the full list of award winners and nominees here.
