President's Scholars
2005 President's Exemplary Staff Award Winners
From left to right: Premila Sathasivam, Paulette Samson, Denna Benn, Sharon Anthony, Patrick Scissons
Sharon Anthony
For over 30 years, Sharon has approached her duties at the university with a tireless enthusiasm for challenge that inspires her co-workers and contributes to the University's administrative excellence. As assistant registrar, undergraduate program services, Sharon is recognised for her knowledge, support of colleagues and commitment to students.
Denna Benn
As director of Animal Care Services, Denna's nomination was supported by colleagues from within the university and externally. Her leadership in animal welfare and environmental enrichment is recognized locally, nationally and internationally. Denna is a credit to her profession and significantly enhances the reputation of the University of Guelph and greatly benefits the larger community.
Paulette Samson
Over the last 30 years, Paulette has built a network of extraordinarily strong relationships with alumni, donors and faculty. As director of OAC Advancement, Alumni Affairs and Development, Paulette was nominated for her commitment to excellence, contributing significantly to both teaching and research programs and enhancing the reputation of the university.
Premila Sathasivam
Premila has been an integral member of the Department of Human Biology and Nutritional Sciences for almost 20 years. As a technician she has made meaningful contributions to undergraduate teaching, research, the graduate program and health and safety in the department. Premila's nominators say that it is not just her exemplary service but also her warm and compassionate personality that make her such a highly valued colleague.
Patrick Scissons
As supervisor of the Information Technology Department at Kemptville College, Patrick was nominated for outstanding service in his position and for significantly enhancing the quality of life for many staff, faculty, students, and retirees. Pat's nominators feel both proud and fortunate to have Pat as a colleague and describe him as "nothing short of amazing".