I came to know Catherine about 12 years ago and have admired her since then. Leadership has several definitions, most of which are associated with some notion of power. What I find most powerful about Catherine is how she supports and empowers everyone on her team to set goals, get things done, and achieve personal and communal success. Her power is in her genuine ability […]
Debra is a great professional who is always ready to help her colleagues. She’s passionate about her job and fosters an environment where people feel comfortable and encouraged to contribute to the team as well as share their point of view. Debra’s incredible leadership and guidance truly motivates her colleagues to excel in every task sent their way.
It is my absolute pleasure to acknowledge Dr. Porporato for always going above and beyond in tirelessly supporting her colleagues, particularly junior faculty members. Without ever asking for the recognition for which she is so deserving, Dr. Porporato serves as a constant and invaluable source of guidance, assistance and support, particularly in helping new faculty navigate the waters of a large department. […]
I am sure that those who were lucky enough to have Crystal as their supervisor can agree that she is one of the best managers they have worked with. She’s a selfless leader who goes the extra mile for those around her and prioritizes our wellbeing. Through her compassion and nurturing spirit, Crystal is changing the traditional leadership style to one that’s centred on being a mentor, guide and confidant. When working with students, we are asked to focus […]
To the world, Professor Kamala Kempadoo is a renowned feminist and social scientist who has been recognized for her global work on sex trafficking. To me, she is a mentor. Professor Kempadoo is bold and committed to locating theories and ideas reflective of the very women she studies — and will not waiver on that. She has taken a stand on the exclusion of Black women […]
When I think of a woman who should be recognized this International women’s Day, I think of Debra Bisram. She embodies the characteristics of a great leader and works hard to motivate the people and teams she interacts with daily. With a positive and charismatic attitude, working with Debra is always such a pleasure. She is there whenever you need her, provides valuable constructive feedback, and […]
This International Women’s Day, I would like to recognize Katherine Skene. Not only is she an outstanding leader and advocate, but Katherine’s compassion and dedication to her team is unmatched. Katherine leads with both her brain and heart, making everything she does personal. She genuinely cares about the people she works with and sets an exemplary […]
Professor Andrea Davis has inspired me by demonstrating a certain steadfastness in her approach to delivering her lectures, workshops and teach-ins. She’s a visionary who has worked tirelessly to conceive the creation of the Black Canadian Studies Certificate at York University. She is full of compassion and cares deeply for her students as if they were her own. She is a role model who inspires me […]
I’ve had the distinct privilege to work alongside Catherine since 2006 in multiple roles across both York University and University of Guelph-Humber. Throughout the years, I’ve witnessed Catherine lead and inspire teams with authenticity, warmth, and compassion. A true collaborator and innovator, she has a way of bringing colleagues together to develop student success initiatives that position students […]
As a junior staff person, I began my LA&PS journey with an eagerness to learn and grow. During my time in the Faculty, Margo has played an important role in nurturing and fostering my development as a professional. She has guided and supported me through professional and personal challenges and, most importantly, Margo has believed in me. She pushed me to move out of my comfort […]