2009 Award for Excellence in Graduate Student Supervision

The School of Graduate Studies is now calling for nominations for the 2009 Award for Excellence in Graduate Student Supervision.

The purpose of this award is to recognize those outstanding supervisors who demonstrate excellence in advising, monitoring and mentoring graduate students through their training. Excellence is judged on the quality of supervision and mentorship in facilitating the acquisition of skills and resources needed for the student to succeed as scholars and professionals. Characteristics include availability, timeliness and quality of guidance and feedback, responsiveness to student needs, and enthusiasm for the pursuit of knowledge. In addition the supervisor must promote timely completion of the thesis and encourage the career development of the student through the provision of leadership and support in academic matters such as publishing, presenting, applying for funding. Preference will be given to faculty members who have displayed sustained mentorship activity over many years.

Full details of the adjudication process and checklist to nominate, with the form is attached.

Submit completed application to the Dean, School of Graduate Studies by 4:30 pm, Friday, April 30, 2010