Gillian Moore

Administrative Assistant, School of Engineering, Faculty of Science & Engineering

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Nominees
• Margo Barreto, Administrative Assistant, School of Public Policy & Administration, Faculty of LA&PS
• Deirdre Whitfeld, Administrative Secretary, Office of the Associate Dean, Faculty of Education
• Tina Dang, Financial Analyst, Advancement Services, Division of Vice-President Advancement

This award was established in 1979 by President Emeritus H. Ian Macdonald. The award namesake, Ronald Kent, had a unique personal commitment to the University showcased through years of dedicated service. His sincerity and enthusiasm were infectious, and easily spread across other departments. He was considered a true ambassador for York University. A dedicated member of President’s Macdonald’s staff, Ronald Kent passed away suddenly on campus in the late 1970’s.

The award consists of a medal designed by Birks and a framed paper sculpture engraved with the winner’s name. The winner’s name will also be engraved on an annual plaque, displayed in the winner’s home department for one year.

Nominations can be submitted using our online application (Chief Nomination Form / Supporting Nominator Form) or delivered before February 17th 2012 to:

Office of the President
Attention:  J. Tavares
1050 York Research Tower

The Chief Nominator is responsible for putting together a nomination file that consists of:

• A nomination letter
• A minimum of 2 supporting nominators must be from outside of the nominee's home department
• The nominee's C.V. or work history at York University
• A minimum of 2 supporting letters with a maximum of 5 supporting letters in total

Excellence is everywhere at York!  We urge you to consider nominating someone from outside your home department.

The Ronald Kent Medal Selection Committee consists of six members, and is chaired by President Emeritus H. Ian Macdonald. Committee members are appointed by the President, and serve for three years.

Members of the Selection Committee many not initiate nominations or write a supporting letter for the Ronald Kent Medal. If a member of the Selection Committee is nominated for the award, they shall resign from the committee.

Sheila Forshaw

Executive Officer, Sport & Recreation and School of Kinesiology & Health Science

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Nominees
• Angela Zeno, Manager, Research Accounting, Division of Finance
• Darren Craig, Manager, Parking Operations & Technology, CSBO
• Andrea England, Director of Research & Partnerships, Office of the Dean, Faculty of Health

Formerly the President’s CPM Award, the President’s Leadership Award has been renamed to better recognize the attributes and values of the award winners.   The President’s Leadership Award recognizes those who are committed to excellence in their service to York.  Individuals nominated for this award contribute beyond their job descriptions, and perform at a level that inspires professionalism across the University community at large.

The award consists of a $500 purse and a framed paper sculpture engraved with the winner’s name.  The winner’s name will also be engraved on an annual plaque, displayed in the winner’s home department for one year.

Nominations can be submitted using our online application (Chief Nomination Form / Supporting Nominator Form) or delivered before February 17th 2012 to:

Office of the President
Attention:  J. Tavares
1050 York Research Tower

The Chief Nominator is responsible for putting together a nomination file that consists of:

• A nomination letter
• A minimum of 2 supporting nominators must be from outside of the nominee's home department
• The nominee's C.V. or work history at York University
• A minimum of 2 supporting letters with a maximum of 5 supporting letters in total

Excellence is everywhere at York!  We urge you to consider nominating someone from outside your home department.

The President’s Leadership Award Selection Committee consists of six members, and is chaired by Ijade Maxwell Rodrigues, Chief of Staff, Office of the President.  Committee members are appointed by the President, and serve for three years.

Members of the Selection Committee many not initiate nominations or write a supporting letter for the President’s Leadership Award.  If a member of the Selection Committee is nominated for the award, they shall resign from the committee.

Lauren Hall

Coordinator, Transition Year Program

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Nominees
• Tina Sposato, Acting Executive Assistant, Office of the Vice-President Research & Innovation
• Alla Jacobson, Administrative Secretary, Office of Research & Professional Development, Faculty of Education
• Anne Ralph, Undergraduate Program Assistant, Department of Geography, Faculty of LA&PS

The most important voice of York is the one who makes the first contact with a visitor or community member.  The quality of responsiveness and the genuine desire to assist in the most difficult or sensitive situations is essential to York’s reputation.  Nominees for the President’s Voice of York Award are employed as front line staff – receptionists, service personnel who are the first-line-of-contact at York.

The award consists of a $500 purse and a framed paper sculpture engraved with the winner’s name.  The winner’s name will also be engraved on an annual plaque, displayed in the winner’s home department for one year.

Nominations can be submitted using our online application (Chief Nomination Form / Supporting Nominator Form) or delivered before February 17th 2012 to:

Office of the President
Attention:  J. Tavares
1050 York Research Tower

The Chief Nominator is responsible for putting together a nomination file that consists of:

• A nomination letter
• A minimum of 2 supporting nominators must be from outside of the nominee's home department
• The nominee's C.V. or work history at York University
• A minimum of 2 supporting letters with a maximum of 5 supporting letters in total

Excellence is everywhere at York!  We urge you to consider nominating someone from outside your home department.

The President’s Voice of York Award Selection Committee consists of six members, and is chaired by Ijade Maxwell Rodrigues, Chief of Staff, Office of the President.  Committee members are appointed by the President, and serve for three years.

Members of the Selection Committee many not initiate nominations or write a supporting letter for the President’s Voice of York Award.  If a member of the Selection Committee is nominated for the award, they shall resign from the committee.

Sharon Pereira

Student Affairs Officer, Office of the Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies

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Nominees
• Aaron Doupe, Manager Student Affairs, Office of Student Services, Glendon College
• Sabina Lackner, Graduate Program Assistant Disaster & Emergency Management Program, Faculty of Graduate Studies
• Brian Poser, Director, Atkinson Centre for Mature and Part-time Students
• Tere Tilban-Rios, Graduate Program Assistant, Department of Music, Faculty of Fine Arts
• Janet Friskney, Research Officer, Office of the Dean, Faculty of LA&PS
• Suzanne Park, Assistant to the Master, Office of the Master, Bethune College

Established in honour of former Vice-President Enrolment and Student Services Deborah Hobson, the Deborah Hobson York Citizenship Award is awarded to an individual who emulates Vice-President Hobson’s energetic commitment to York students and boundless enthusiasm for the York community.  Nominees for this award embody the York spirit, and use their creativity and imagination in support of the student community at York.

The award consists of a $500 purse, generously funded by the Division of the Vice-President and a framed paper sculpture engraved with the winner’s name.  The winner’s name will also be engraved on an annual plaque, displayed in the winner’s home department for one year.

Nominations can be submitted using our online application (Chief Nomination Form / Supporting Nominator Form) or delivered before February 17th 2012 to:

Office of the President
Attention:  J. Tavares
1050 York Research Tower

The Chief Nominator is responsible for putting together a nomination file that consists of:

• A nomination letter
• A minimum of 2 supporting nominators must be from outside of the nominee's home department
• The nominee's C.V. or work history at York University
• A minimum of 2 supporting letters with a maximum of 5 supporting letters in total

Excellence is everywhere at York!  We urge you to consider nominating someone from outside your home department.

The Deborah Hobson York Citizenship Award Selection Committee consists of six members, and is chaired by Ijade Maxwell Rodrigues, Chief of Staff, Office of the President.  Committee members are appointed by the President, and serve for three years.

Members of the Selection Committee many not initiate nominations or write a supporting letter for the Deborah Hobson York Citizenship Award.  If a member of the Selection Committee is nominated for the award, they shall resign from the committee.

John Girardi

Electrician, Maintenance, Campus Services & Business Operations

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Nominees
• Helen Hicks, Supervisor, Parking Administration, CSBO
• Nelia Arrojado, Custodian, Maintenance, CSBO
• Joe Campbell, Groundskeeper, Grounds, Fleet & Waste Management, CSBO

Established in honour of former Vice President Finance and Administration Phyllis Clark, the award recognizes a York employee who has made outstanding contributions to the University in terms of efficiency, cleanliness, safety, security or other campus/plant services. 

The award consists of a $500 purse, generously funded by the Division of the Vice-President  Finance and Administration, and a framed paper sculpture engraved with the winner’s name.  The winner’s name will also be engraved on an annual plaque, displayed in the winner’s home department for one year.

Nominations can be submitted using our online application (Chief Nomination Form / Supporting Nominator Form) or delivered before February 17th 2012 to:

Office of the President
Attention:  J. Tavares
1050 York Research Tower

The Chief Nominator is responsible for putting together a nomination file that consists of:

• A nomination letter
• A minimum of 2 supporting nominators must be from outside of the nominee's home department
• The nominee's C.V. or work history at York University
• A minimum of 2 supporting letters with a maximum of 5 supporting letters in total

Excellence is everywhere at York!  We urge you to consider nominating someone from outside your home department.

The Phyllis Clark Campus Service Award Committee consists of six members, and is chaired by Ijade Maxwell Rodrigues, Chief of Staff, Office of the President.  Committee members are appointed by the President, and serve for three years.

Members of the Selection Committee many not initiate nominations or write a supporting letter for the Phyllis Clark Campus Service Award.  If a member of the Selection Committee is nominated for the award, they shall resign from the committee.