Congratulations to Alicia Warkentin, GRSJ’s Senior Program Assistant on receiving the 2023 Dean’s Award for Staff Excellence. This annual award recognizes exceptional staff contributions in administrative, technical and other specialized areas.
Alicia is a “jewel among UBC staff” and “truly one of a kind” who is a key pillar in the Institute for Gender, Race, Sexuality and Social Justice. Our staff, faculty and students can attest to her exceptional warmth, enthusiasm, and dedication to supporting and uplifting others.
Alicia is instrumental in the success of graduate students, new colleagues, and faculty members taking on unfamiliar roles. Alicia has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to her workplace and the broader university community by collecting for the AMS Food Bank and raising awareness of many student challenges. Her dedication and professionalism shine through in every letter of support received.
Congratulations Alicia!