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In this conversation we hear from our colleague, Tom Watt, Director, Food Services, Ancillary Services Department,  about the how the Food Services department has been navigating the pandemic.

We hear about some of the exciting plans ahead for this department, including enhancing York’s food service model towards healthier, more sustainable choices. View interview here.

In this episode of Conversation Corner, we hear from our colleague Brent Brodie, Senior Procurement Analyst & Project Lead, Procurement Services, Financial Services Department.

Brent shares with us why he believes York is the gold standard when it comes to social procurement and what he would do with his magic wand that he got from Harry Potter Land. View interview here.

In this episode of Conversation Corner, we hear from our colleague Briar Del Buono, Construction Project Manager from Facilities Services Department. Briar confirms what’ve all known — it is our colleagues that make York a truly great place to work. View interview here.

In this conversation, VPFA Carol Mcaulay shares her views on leadership, servant leadership and the importance of self-awareness. We hear about some of her favourite books, what makes her laugh and what she would do if she were a superhero. Listen to our conversation here.

Meet Wendy Miller, York University's Associate Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer. Wendy joined York on April 5, 2021 as a senior member of the division’s leadership team. She works collaboratively with university executives and the Board of Governors to provide leadership and direction for the Finance portfolio. She participates in and supports strategic and operational decision making and works to advance York’s vision for service excellence. The learn more about Wendy, visit our Leadership page.

After more than 40 years of loyal service, Michael Daigle, Manager, Network Operations and a true York ambassador, will disconnect from the York Network one last time.
In this interview, Mike shares some of his memories of the University since joining in 1978. What’s not in this interview is how Mike attended night school while working varying shifts for 13 years to get his BA in Computer Science.

According to Mike, as significant a milestone as this is— retiring after 42 years, it pales in comparison to what he believes are his greatest achievements and what he is most proud of.  Mike is a proud father of four—two girls and twin boys: an architect and three engineers. Of course, Mike was quick to state that none of this would be possible without the love and support of his incredible wife. View Mike's interview here.