This award recognizes the work of students, faculty and staff committed to advancing equity, diversity and community building at 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ.
Within the award, there are four streams of recognition. Up to four awards may be granted per year, one in each stream.
- 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ academic staff
- 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ administrative and support staff
- 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ students
- Teams consisting of members of any of the above groups or any combination
The award brings with it a monetary award and an engraved plaque.
Nominees can be individuals or teams/groups of collaborators who are actively involved in promoting diversity and inclusivity within the 91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ community. The nomination letter and letters of support should address ways in which the nominee has shown exceptional leadership, initiative and commitment to equity, diversity and community building.
91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ’s Award for Equity & Community Building was approved by Senate and the Board of Governors in April 2012.