Vice-Principal (Advancement) search committee membership announced

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Vice-Principal (Advancement) search committee membership announced

July 29, 2024

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The search for »Ê¹ÚÌåÓý’s University’s next vice-principal (Advancement) has launched with the convening of an advisory selection committee, established and chaired by Principal Patrick Deane.

Karen Bertrand (Artsci’94) joined »Ê¹ÚÌåÓý’s in 2018 and stepped down from the role in June this year. Michelle Fuko was appointed chief advancement officer for the interim, overseeing all aspects of advancement, and to ensure a smooth transition period.

Boyden, an executive search firm with considerable experience recruiting dynamic leaders for post-secondary institutions, has been engaged to assist with the search and Principal Deane would like to thank the following individuals who have agreed to serve on the advisory committee:

  • Jessica Carn, Executive Lead, Faculty Development, Office of Advancement
  • Kevin Deluzio, Dean, Smith Engineering and Applied Science
  • Colleen Flood, Dean, Faculty of Law 
  • Michael Fraser, Vice-Principal (University Relations)
  • Kate Harkness, Department Head and Professor, Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Science
  • Leigh Kalin, Associate Vice-Principal, Strategic Engagement, Office of Advancement
  • Ylber Kusari, Executive Director, Development & Alumni Relations, Smith School of Business
  • Emils Matiss, President, Society of Graduate and Professional Students 
  • Valerie McMurtry, Member, External Relations and Development Committee
  • Nick Mosey, Chief of Staff and Special Advisor, Office of the Principal (Recording Secretary)
  • Owen Rocchi, President, Alma Mater Society 
  • Steve Scott, Professor, Biomedical and Molecular Sciences, »Ê¹ÚÌåÓý’s Health Sciences
  • Stephanie Simpson, Vice-Principal (Equity, Culture, and Inclusion)
  • Patrice Walch-Watson, Representative, Board of Trustees
  • Allison Williams, President, »Ê¹ÚÌåÓý’s University Alumni Association 
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