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LEADERSHIP
Catharine Hay
Catharine Hay is a fourth-year Systems Design Engineering student who has continually demonstrated her dedication to UW, and the Faculty of Engineering. While studying at UW, Catharine has filled leadership roles within the Engineering Society, Women in Engineering, Student Life 101, Orientation Week, and held the position of class representative. One of Catharine’s references stated, "Cat has raised the profile of the Engineering Society as one that contributes positively within and outside the university." Commenting on Catharine’s leadership, her nominator stated, "Cat has the ability to ask the right questions, and there is no question that Cat’s caring leadership style has had a strong impact on her fellow students, faculty and staff."
Kieng Iv
“One thing that sets Kieng apart from his peers is the way that he has sought out opportunities to contribute in every way.” as quoted from Kieng’s nominator. A fouth-year Arts Student in Accounting & Financial Management (AFM), Kieng has been involved within the School of Accounting and Finance, Faculty of Arts, and UW as a whole. Kieng shared his leadership skills as a Federation Orientation Committee Member, an Organizational and Human Development Student Leadership Program Facilitator, a peer leader in Housing & Residences, and is often called upon to represent the School of Accounting and Finance. One of Kieng's mentees stated, "Ever since second-year, Kieng has taken the time to mentor me and encourage me... Every time I was scared to take a risk in case of rejection, he told me to just go for it. Because of this encouragement I have been part of organizations that have developed many of my skills."
Barbara Macdonald
A common note about Barbara Macdonald is that she improves all of the organizations that she is involved with. A leader within her chosen field, Barbara, a fourth-year Honours Computer Science Student in the Faculty of Math has filled many roles including Math Councilor within the Federation of Students, volunteered and worked extensively within the UW Orientation Program, and volunteered at the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services 2009 National Conference. A referrer left this comment about Barbara, "I have to be honest and say that Barbara is one of the most outstanding students I have met in my time at UW, both academically and in extracurricular pursuits... to excel at both is extraordinary and extremely rare. Few people manage it, and few people do it as well as Barbara."
David Pritchard
David Pritchard is a PhD Candidate in Combinatorics & Optimization within the Faculty of Math. David has served as the Graduate Student Association (GSA) Vice President: Communications and Organization, as well as Director to the GSA Board. David has co-chaired the Graduate Studies Endowment Fund, as well as co-organized the 2009 Ontario Combinatorics Workshops. Referrers often noted David’s approachable nature, quiet demeanor, and passion for making things better. As a leader, David has shown tremendous initiative, and greatly improved the communications within the GSA. A notable quote from one of David’s references, "Through my experience I have worked with other students, university administers, and faculty, however, David Pritchard stands out as, not only a leader, but an exceptional role model for graduate studies at the University of Waterloo."
Nick Soave
Nick Soave, a fourth-year Honours Geography student in the Faculty of Environment, has been actively involved at UW, leaving his mark as an exemplary student leader. Nick has held many leadership positions including: Environment Student Councilor, Federation Orientation Committee Member, and Vice-president of the Environment Student Society. Nick is described as an outstanding individual who is selfless, continually putting the needs of others before himself, willing to do whatever it takes to get a task done, and is consistently reliable. One of Nick’s references stated, "Nick is committed to improving the student experience. He does this in two ways: activism, and involvement.. Nick is an activist by involving himself on premier decision making bodies... he is a role model to his fellow students… and educates fellow students about how to get involved, how to access services they need, and how to be more well-rounded student citizens."
VOLUNTEERISM
Elissa Cooper
Elissa Cooper is a fourth-year Therapeutic Recreation major in the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. Elissa has volunteered as a peer mentor, volunteer mentor, and tutor for organizations including: Pathways to Education, Pioneer Youth Services, Childen’s Health and Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan, and the Optimist Help Them Hear Camp. Elissa’s nominator wrote that "Elissa Cooper understands that part of positive youth development is community involvement." Elissa has continued to support and be involved with many initiatives with her community, wherever she may be. One of her references stated, "Elissa Cooper is an exceptional individual whose seemingly limitless energy, uniquely high level of commitment, vision for the possibilities of the program, and genuine caring for the students that we work with make her a prime candidate for the President's Circle Awards for Volunteerism."
Dragana Kukic
Dragana Kukic is a highly motivated volunteer within the Student Refugee Program (SRP) at UW. A third-year student in the Faculty of Science, Dragana has shown great empathy in her volunteer service. Dragana has volunteered with the Grand River Hospital, Freeport Centre, and Cancer Centre, the UW SRP, as well as the Oath to Kosovo Christian Charitable Organization. Through the Student Refugee Program, Dragana supported refugee students in getting accustomed to life in Canada, and their studies at UW. Assisting new students to Canada and forming strong relationships within her community speaks to her care and value of her peers. One of her references wrote, "Dragana consistently puts aside her personal needs in order to aid both local and international communities. Dragana's efforts have been crucial in key moments to keep the organization and coordination of our activities running smoothly."
Catharine Lau
Catherine Lau is a third-year Psychology Student in the Faculty of Science. As a volunteer she believes in the importance of raising awareness about opportunities for personal growth. Catherine is the founder of the Healthy Active Living program, the Waterloo Chapter of the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and has volunteered as a Senior Camp Counsellor and Life Guard with the Peacekeeper Parks Special Needs Adventure Camp. One of Catherine’s references commented, "Our campers are teenagers with a variety of challenges, from physical, medical, developmental or behavioral. The skills the campers gain while at camp will impact their personal lives, where their self-confidence and self-esteem is improved and they feel better about themselves. Catherine has a wonderful way about her, that makes the campers feel more comfortable and she is encouraging to make them be successful on a daily basis."
Erika Murray
Erika Murray is a PhD Candidate in Chemical Engineering, who is continually volunteering her time in promoting science and engineering within the community. Her nominator highlighted that Erika is an executive member of the Canadian Association for Girls in Science, and has often represented Women in Engineering. She balances these responsibilities while continuing to excel in her research. Erika has also been a volunteer with the Hope Spring Cancer Support Centre. One of Erika’s references wrote, "Erika is actively involved in a number of different volunteer activities to enrich the lives of students at UW... She enthusiastically participated and took a leadership role in our flagship outreach event in October – GoEngGirl, which this year attracted close to 100 girls in grade 7 – 10 to come to the University and find out about engineering. Erika is a truly committed volunteer and a model of how students can devote their time to making a difference in their communities through volunteerism."
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