With each graduating class, MacEwan University recognizes the exceptional work and achievements of graduates with academic awards. Here are the award recipients being acknowledged at Fall Convocation 2023.
President’s Medal for Academic Excellence and Student Leadership
The President’s Medal recognizes students for their exemplary combination of academic achievement and contribution to the betterment of MacEwan University. Medal recipients are graduates who demonstrate the best qualities of a MacEwan student by maintaining a high grade point average while demonstrating leadership through active participation in university-wide committees, groups, organizations or extra-curricular activities.
ABHIJEET SINGH
Bachelor of Commerce, Legal Studies in Business
President’s Medal Recipient
I've always aspired to become a lawyer, so I opted for a major in Legal Studies and a minor in Finance. This combination has provided me with a comprehensive grasp of corporate law, with a specific focus on securities law. At the moment, I am dedicating my efforts to preparing for the LSAT and working, but my long-term objective is securities law, so I’m also participating in legal research and working towards publishing.
My time at MacEwan University has been enriched by two exceptional mentors: Dr. Dan Wilson and Dr. Chaldeans Mensah. Their mentorship extends far beyond the confines of the classroom, offering me not only academic knowledge but also invaluable life advice.
I’ve also had wonderful experiences at the Students' Association of MacEwan University (SAMU) events and student groups, which were a fantastic way to meet new people and forge lasting friendships. When I was president of the MacEwan United Nations Club, I helped students from the Ukrainian Catholic University and National University Kyiv-Mohyla Academy through the Canada Ukraine project. It led to me being one of nine recipients of the Canadian Bureau of International Education New World Award. I am truly honoured and blessed to be part of this project.
I am incredibly humbled and grateful to be the recipient of the President's Medal. My journey has had numerous hurdles and hardships along the way, particularly during my first years. This recognition is a testament to dedication and work. Moreover, this medal represents not only the acknowledgment of past achievements but also a commitment to the future. I am inspired to continue my journey, making the most of the opportunities this recognition brings.
Dean’s Medal for Academic Excellence
The Dean’s Medal is each faculty or school’s highest academic honour. Each dean may award one medal to a graduating student in a certificate or diploma program and one medal to a graduating student in a degree program. Medal recipients are recognized by the dean for their exemplary success in meeting the learning challenges and academic requirements of their programs of study.
- James Hudson, Bachelor of Science – Psychology, Faculty of Arts and Science
- Russell Pituskin, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Faculty of Nursing
- Andrew Tichiwanhuyi, Psychiatric Nursing Diploma, Faculty of Nursing
- Samantha Zenowski, Office Assistant Certificate, School of Continuing Education
- Alexandria Blunt, Bachelor of Commerce – Legal Studies in Business, School of Business
- Hailey Matthews, Travel Diploma, School of Business
- Jody Merrick, Bachelor of Applied Human Service Administration, Faculty of Health and Community Studies
- Rheanna Robertson, Acupuncture Diploma, Faculty of Health and Community Studies
- Kía Valdez Bettcher, Bachelor of Design, Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications
- Megan Quigley, Public Relations Diploma, Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications