GREAT at U of G News

Congrats to our April 2024 “G” Thanks! Winner Laura Faris from Molecular and Cellular Biology!

In her nomination, Katelyn Gilmore wrote: Laura is my colleague who has been training me within my new role at U of G over the past month. She has made me feel welcomed to the team and into my new role, has always been patient when I have asked her so many questions while learning, and has taken the time for me despite having her own workload to worry about. I appreciate her for all that she has done to help me transition to my new career at U of G.

Thank you for celebrating Employee Appreciation Day with GREAT at U of G!

We had a great turnout with over 400 amazing staff and faculty joining to celebrate in person at the UC Courtyard and hundreds more sharing messages of appreciation and recognition virtually! Thank you to every one of you for making U of G a wonderful community.

Read more on the GREAT at U of G SharePoint blog!

Dear U of G Faculty and Staff,

Congrats to our December 2023 “G” Thanks! Winner Jess Hubbert from the Department of Psychology!

Duska Males wrote in her nomination:

Jess is someone that is always supportive and kind. She has impacted me in a positive way by showing continuous care and an open ear. She is someone I have grown to call a friend and someone that is deserving a big thanks. 

Congrats to our November 2023 “G” Thanks! Winner Margaret McLeod from Human Resources!

In her nomination, Margaret's supervisor Shazmin Dhansi wrote:

Happy World Kindness Day! 

Kindness, the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate can help make our community stronger and more resilient. As cold weather approaches, kindness is more important than ever to keep us connected. Below are five easy ways to show kindness to others and yourself. 

Kindness Ideas

1. Nominate a colleague or leader for the “G” Thanks! prize!

Congrats to our October 2023 “G” Thanks! Winner Nick Anbeek!

In her nomination, Jovet de la Torre wrote:

Congrats to our September “G” Thanks! Winner Linda Marciniak!

Sarah Lima shared in her “G” Thanks nomination:

In honour of World Gratitude Day on Thursday, September 21st, GREAT at U of G invites you to use one of the below resources to show recognition or appreciation for a colleague or leader.

Congrats to our June “G” Thanks! Winner Helen Oliver!

Emily Brouwer shared in her “G” Thanks nomination:

I would like to nominate Helen Oliver- she works tirelessly at the Animal Health Laboratory to keep everything running smoothly. She volunteers her time for the social committee and united way. She’s a pleasure to work with and she deserves the recognition.

A virtual celebration was held for Helen and a prize was sent to her as a token of thanks.