Fleming College Celebrates Schools Top Leaders At Annual Award Ceremony

Fleming College students celebrated some of the school’s top leaders at their annual awards ceremony held in the Steele Centre on April 22.

This was the first in-person leadership celebration since the pandemic.

“Students are still struggling with transitioning between online and in-person learning. We are happy to be a conduit to help celebrate their accomplishments and demonstrated success,” said Joel Willett, General Manager.

Student Council Awards

Student Administrative Council President’s Award (dedicated in memory of Bill Johnson) – Rajat Patel

Selected by the SAC President and Board, this award is given to a student who exemplifies school spirit.

Iain Steele Leadership Award – Jess Watson

Awarded to a student who demonstrates great ambition, is innovative and has a high degree of moral standards and integrity.

Iain Steele Community Service Award – Logan Wills

Awarded to a student who demonstrates a commitment to serving the community and has a high degree of integrity.

Renie Steele Award – Amanda Coote

Awarded to a student who displays citizenship, understanding and compassion towards fellow students.

Environmental Stewardship Award – Sudeep Pathak

Given to a student who displays a responsible use and protection of the natural environment through conservation and sustainable practices.

Fleming SAC Advocacy Award – Emilie Tabet

Given to a student who demonstrates advocacy and a strong passion for invoking change.

College Awards

Indigenous Student Leadership Award- Adrianne Sutherland-Gagnon & Jacques Graveline

Recognizes student leaders whose dedication and commitment have had a positive influence on the Fleming Indigenous community.

International Student Services Leadership Award- Rachelle Labbao

Presented to a current full-time international student who, through their leadership and initiative, has assisted and supported the successful transition and integration into campus life for their fellow international students.

Diversity & Inclusion Award- Kayla Dupuis, Jay (Edward) Mullen, Eileen Starkman & Michael Vance

This current full-time student has shown compassion and leadership and has supported initiatives and campaigns in support of diverse communities on campus.  The recipient of this award has demonstrated commitment to the ongoing development of creating a safe and inclusive learning environment at Fleming College.

The Greg Riddle Emerging Student Leaders Award- Alissa Churchill

Presented to a current full-time Fleming College student who successfully completed the Emerging Student Leaders program sponsored by Student Life. This student’s actions enhanced individual and group experiences for fellow students during the program, through outstanding leadership, communication, teamwork and commitment.

Residence Life Leadership Award – Lindsay Lacroix and Jacob Neill

Presented to a student who role models how to be a successful and well-balanced student. Recipients take initiative and demonstrate leadership within the Residence Life Services team and are seen as leaders within Residence.

Residence Life Engagement Award – Ashleen Finbow and Nicole Smith

Presented to a student who is involved in and promotes residence life to others. They go above and beyond to support residents and they demonstrate a true passion for residence life. Recipients are successful at implementing programs that helped to create a great residence experience.

Awards are given as bursaries in varying monetary values and have been donated by key partners and long-time supporters of student success at Fleming College.

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