29 January 2014: Four University of Canberra staff have received Pride of Workmanship Awards from the Rotary Club of Ginninderra.
Patrice Fox, Tim McLauchlan, Laurie Poretti and Dan Rowe were presented with their awards at a ceremony on 19 November.
The awards are designed to encourage and acknowledge the efforts of employees who produce outstanding work for the University, with staff invited to nominate colleagues they felt met the criteria and deserved recognition for their efforts.
Long-serving staff member Patrice Fox was recognised for her outstanding work as team leader in the Library, where she consistently demonstrates enthusiasm and pride for her workplace. Ms Fox has worked at the University for more than 28 years.
Clinical psychologist Tim McLauchlan received his award for his work ethic, extensive skills he brings to his job at headspace ACT, and his role in additional education programs to increase mental health literacy in the local community.
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L-R: Dan Rowe, Laurie Poretti, Patrice Fox and Natalie Bowman, who accepted the award on behalf of Tim McLauchlan. Photo: Michelle McAulay |
Laurie Poretti was acknowledged for her exceptional work in the Student Equity and Support Unit where she worked with her team to improve and develop the Aspire UC Program, while assistant manager Scholarships and Prizes Dan Rowe, received his award for his outstanding work in delivering and improving services to students.
Director of human resources Natalie Bowman said the awards are a great opportunity to thank staff who work tirelessly to benefit the University community.
"I congratulate all the award winners and I encourage staff to nominate their colleagues who they feel deserve recognition for their outstanding work," she said.
The Pride of Workmanship Awards are awarded annually by the Rotary Club of Ginninderra.
For more information on the awards contact hrorgdevelopment@canberra.edu.au
