2010 Service Awards

40 Years - 35 Years - 30 Years - 25 Years - 20 Years - 15 Years - 10 Years

40 Years of Service

Lois Peters

Faculty of Student Development

Forty years ago Lois Peters was a young wife and psychology grad student with a penchant for teaching. Initially she taught evening psychology classes offered by extension services at a fledgling Cariboo College. Since then she has taught courses for the Human Service Worker program, Early Childhood Education, Adult Basic Education and Adult Special Education. Lois is still teaching students with special needs in a program we now

know as Education Skills Training. She has been a key member of TRUs United Way campaign for many years as she sees the direct support the agency gives her special needs students. As for Lois’s retirement plans… not just yet. She comes from a family of women that live into their 90s, so she expects to be at TRU for a few more years!

35 Years of Service

Ralph Finch

School of Trades and Technology

Ralph Finch has been teaching Welding in the college and university system for 35 years. Ralph is a certified A welder/fabricator as well as a certified steamfitter, and besides TRU, he has served provincially as a coordinator of mechanical and metal fabrication programs for the Ministry of Advanced Education. Finch has also played advisory roles with organizations in Jamaica, China, India, Chile and Argentina regarding trades skills and assessments. Ralph was Dean of the School of Trades and Technology from 1995 until last year, and now he has returned to teaching Welding in the Trades and Technology division.

30 Years of Service

Wesley Cole

Information Technology Services

The first position Wesley Cole held was as a Federal government–sponsored student in Computer Services. It wasn’t long before Wes progressed from a programmer/analyst to Manager of Network and Technical Services, to the position he holds today as Director, Network and Technical Services. Wes remembers when Cariboo College got its first mini computer, a PDP 11/40, in 1981 and later our VAX systems in 1982. Wes remembers trying to convince Vice–President Archie Brown in the early 90s that it would be a good thing for TRU get its first Internet connection to BCNet that ran on a 19,200 bps line. Currently we have two 100 Mbps internet connections (1000s of times faster than our original connection). Wes was part of the merge of UCC and Open Learning that involved integrating our network and server infrastructure as well as moving to a new data centre. Wes received an Distinguished Service Award in 1991.

Michael Edgell

Tutor, Open Learning

Michael Edgell is a tutor in our Open Learning Division.

Patricia Howe

Information Technology Services

Pat started with Cariboo College as a word processing operator and worked in various offices including Science, FAA, Trades, until 1986 when she worked half time as Confidential Secretary in Communications and Information Processing Division and Personnel. From 1994 to 1997 she was Divisional Secretary 1 for Facilities Services. In 1997, she became the Coordinator, Computing Help Desk in IT Services.

Ronald Lakes

Tutor, Open Learning

Ronald Lakes began his career at the Open Learning Institute, which over the course of 30 years has become the Open Learning division of TRU. Ron reluctantly admits that he too has undergone a few changes in the last 30 years. He still remembers growing up in Trail, and feels that it is very appropriate that he is being presented his 30 year service award from Roger Barnsley – a fellow graduate of J. Lloyd Crowe High School. Ron received a Distinguished Service Award from TRU in 2008 and an Outstanding Service Award from the Open Learning division in 2009. As well as his teaching duties, Ron served as Chief Steward for the BC Open University Faculty Association for five years. He is presently the Vice–President and Chief Steward for the Open Learning Division’s Faculty Association.

Linda McMillan

Faculty of Student Development

Linda McMillan is a UPrep Lecturer in our Faculty of Student Development.

Rocky Mirza

Tutor, Open Learning

Dr. Rocky Mirza started at the Open Learning Institute in the department of economics. He is a tutor, course writer, author and award winner. Rocky received an Economics forecast award from the BC Association of Professional Economics in 1986, a Global Success Award in 2009, and was recognized this year as a Lifetime member by Cambridge’s Who’s Who. Dr. Mirza is also a current member of the TRU Senate, representing Open Learning teaching staff.

Doug Peterson

Purchasing

Doug Peterson was hired as a stores man (now stores person), and filled in as mail person who also did the banking and downtown delivery and pick–ups, campus delivery driver, and for 25 years was the unofficial stores co–ordinator. Doug is known for his down–to–earth, dependable, no nonsense attitude.

One of Doug’s most notable memories was when Stores received a package that was “ticking.” Staff quickly took the package outside and called security. It turned out the package was a time clock for timing typing speed – wow that was a long time ago.

Doug’s outside life has brought him achievement and volunteer awards from the Kamloops Exhibition Association and the Interior Horse Racing Association. Positions held in his 18 years as a volunteer with the KXA are Board member, Vice–President, and Chair of Horse Racing. He has also served as board member and Vice–President of the Interior Horse Racing Association.

This past year brought a big change in Doug’s life when his mother became ill, and Doug is now her main caregiver.

Ginny Ratsoy

Faculty of Arts

Ginny Ratsoy started at Cariboo College on contract with Adult Basic Education, then transferred to Communication Arts (English) in 1981. Ginny has been with the English department ever since. Ginny is part of the Canadian Studies program committee and was coordinator of the program for four years.

She has taught more than 25 different courses for this institution, including a course for the Aboriginal Teacher Education Consortium, and has written and consulted on courses for Open Learning. Ginny has held visiting professorships at the University of Erfurt and Frederich Schiller University in Germany with whom TRU has a student exchange.

Ginny’s community activities include being an active member of the Kamloops Chapter of the Council of Canadians, and writing program notes for Western Canada Theatre. For the past three years Ginny has been a volunteer instructor with the Kamloops Adult Learners Society.

Gordon Rudolph

Tutor, Open Learning

Gordon has been a telephone and web tutor in Math and Biology. Gordon wrote the book Introductory Trigonometry which is used in Math 024 and in several post-secondary institutions in BC.

(Like many of us) Gordon recalls that 30 years ago there was no internet, email, or personal computers. All work was done by telephone, snail mail, and mainframe computers, and men and women wore bellbottom pants.

Berndt Sigloch

School of Business and Economics

Berndt Sigloch joined the department of Business and Economics at Cariboo College in September 1980 and retired from the department of Management in the School of Business and Economics at Thompson Rivers University on January 31, 2010.

Berndt was a major contributor in the development and teaching of career and university transfer courses for business students and in the articulation and delivery of the original BBA program and subsequent introduction of an Accounting major. Contributions to the multiple transformations of Cariboo College, partnership with Simon Fraser University, emergence of the University College of the Cariboo and ultimately Thompson Rivers University, included service as liaison with SFU as inaugural BBA advisor and chair of the BBA committee, chair of the BC Commerce Articulation Committee, and member of the BC council on university transfers. Committee service at TRU extended from appointments to performance reviews, curriculum development, and scholarly activity to grade appeals and Chair and Dean evaluations.

Berndt’s most cherished rewards did not come from personal awards but from the achievements of many students who gained perspective, competence, confidence and pride from their studies, and from the recognition and appreciation of his contributions by students and colleagues.

Grace Simpson

Acting Director, Williams Lake

Grace Simpson is currently the interim director of the Williams Lake campus. She has come a long way since she started as receptionist. Grace has worked with six directors of the Williams Lake campus, and is eagerly awaiting the next one. She has been involved with moving the Williams Lake campus three times, and has been a part of a core number of staff and faculty that has tripled over the past 30 years. Grace has been so valuable to the Williams Lake campus that she has twice received a Distinguished Service Award – in 1990 and 2007 – and is included on the Pioneer Wall in Kamloops. Grace says that she is honored and privieged for every minute of her time at this institution.

Donald Stanley

Tutor

Don Stanley is pleased to be here, and feels honored to be honored! He has taught for various institutions besides Open Learning, and remembers at one time having six jobs at once. For many years he simultaneously worked as a journalist. He was The Vancouver Sun’s TV columnist, a magazine editor, even a rock critic. He also wrote, performed and swept up the studio at night for the Knowledge Network television versions of Open Learning English courses. Active off and on in the Open Learning’s union since 1992, he presently serves as President.

Elizabeth Templeman

Faculty of Student Development

For most of her years here, Elizabeth Templeman has been a part of the ESL Department, serving twice as Department Chair. She was one of the founding members of the department, and has taught ESL since the first international students arrived – at Allan Mathews – “way back… before kids or grey hairs” she says.

Since 2004, she’s been the coordinator of Supplemental Learning. In the 6 years since, she’s trained and supported more than 75 student leaders, who have, in turn, supported many thousands of students as the program has taken root.

Elizabeth continues to enjoy the opportunities to collaborate with colleagues on various projects, such as the Teaching Practices Colloquium, First Year Experience, ESL Provincial Articulation, Curriculum of Place, and so many others.

In short, for 30 years her work here has kept her always busy and interested; and never for a moment bored.

Iris Rich–McQuay

Faculty of Student Development

Iris Rich–McQuay was the first female instructor for the Storefront Program in Cariboo College’s Adult Basic Education department. That was 1977. Iris has experienced most of the campuses over the years – the Allan Mathews site of Cariboo College in 1980, then moved to the campus we know today to develop the First Steps Young Mom’s program in 1988 which ran until 1998. Iris is now an instructor for the COPE–MECA programs, and also an Education Leadership doctoral candidate through SFU. Iris was the first member of the faculty of Student Development to be granted a sabbatical leave, and was selected as a Minerva Foundation leader.

25 Years of Service

Lucille Anderson

Faculty of Science

Lucille Anderson began her career as an instructor in the College Preparation department in the Centre for Independent Studies at the Williams Lake campus. She taught math and computing in the Native Access programs, introductory computing and mathematics for carpenters, taught French in the Bachelor of Arts program, became a lab faculty with the department of Biological Sciences, and was chair of the Williams Lake University Preparation department.

Deborah Blackwell

Finance Division

Debbie Blackwell started at Cariboo College as an auxillary, before settling in Finance where she has spent most of her time. After taking positions in other departments for a few years Debbie returned ‘home’ as she calls Finance, and has a broad range of experience in Finance – Cashier, Payroll, and Accounting.

Debbie strives to be a good citizen of the university community – over the years she has served on many committees – staff Christmas Party committee, retirement receptions, parking appeals, as well as being an active member of CUPE committees. Debbie’s generosity of time extends to being involved with the United Way campaigns and joining in many social activities that support the university.

Jean–Serges Bourget

School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics

JS Bourget began his career as an instructor, he chaired the Electronics and Electrical department 1990–1991, and the Engineering Design and Drafting department from 2006–2008. In December 2004 MLA Kevin Krueger congratulated JS for outstanding service to students. During his tenure, JS assisted with implementation of the co–op education option for his department and has sat on many internal committees. JS also operated the CTEC computer shop from 1997–2006 which provided computer services for students, staff and many external non–profit organizations.

Carolynne Fardy

Faculty of Science

Carolynne Fardy started at Cariboo College working as instructor of Transfusion in the Medical Laboratory Sciences department. When this program was discontinued she became part of biological sciences dept, and currently teaches introductory veterinary microbiology to on–site and distance Animal Health Technology student. Carolynne recently assumed the position of bio–safety officer to ensure TRU meets the standards of new federal legislation in the use of pathogenic micro–organisCarolynne has been involved in health and safety during her entire time at TRU, chairing the Science Health and Safety Committee, co–chair of TRU’s Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee, and an Occupational Health and Safety representative for TRUFA provincially.

Carolynne is the recipient of a Teaching Excellence Award in 1992, a UCC Distinguished Service Award in 2001, and a TRUFA Service Award.

Marvyn Fitzpatrick

Faculty of Student Development

Marvyn Fitzpatrick is a UPrep Lecturer in our Faculty of Student Development.

Deanna Ries

Athletics and Recreation

Deanna Ries started with Culinary Arts and opened a snack bar called Cheatles. She then transferred to the new Heroes Pub and Snacks R Us in the Campus Activity Centre where she also assisted with banquets. Deanna did a short stint in the Library before moving to her present position as the Gymnasium Attendant in the Athletics department.

Deanna’s favourite part about working at this institute has been the people she has met along the way. She still has former students and athletes popping in to see her, and even received a standing ovation from the Athletes at an event. Deanna says she feels blessed to be working here in jobs where she knows she has worked hard but hasn’t always felt it because she has worked with supportive people in a fun and rewarding environment.

Susan Scott

School of Business and Economics

Sue Scott came to Cariboo College first as a student and was later hired as a Laboratory Demonstrator for the Office Administration Department. Sue also held CUPE positions for many years while continuing to teach part–time at night. In 1990 the Office Administration Department moved to the BCLC building downtown, and she taught the Bookkeeping with Computer Application course. Sue received an Instructor Diploma, and is currently teaching accounting for Continuing Studies in the School of Business and Economics.

Douglas Smith

Print Services

Doug Smith is the manager of our Print Services Department.

George Weremczuk

Faculty of Science

George Weremczuk began as a part–time laboratory demonstrator in physics and chemistry until 1989, and since 1989 he has been with the Physics faculty.

George has been chair of the Faculty of Science Health & Safety Committee, is a member of the Faculty of Science Steering Committee, and since 1993 has been one of the Science building emergency wardens.

Ms. Cheryl Zawaduk

School of Nursing

Cheryl Zawaduk started her career at TRU as a 3rd year Nurse Educator. Cheryl has also been a program coordinator, program advisor, Nursing program chair, Nursing Director for OL, and currently is interim dean for the School of Nursing. In 2003, Cheryl received an Excellence in Nursing Education Award from the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia. She is currently an EdD candidate from Simon Fraser University.

20 Years of Service

Trish Archibald, School of Social Work
Sherrie Bade, School of Nursing
Steven Benoit, School of Trades and Technology
Yvonne Berndt, Bookies
Alan Brandoli, Faculty of Arts
Linda Bruneau, Tutor
Kim Clow, Print Shop
Valerie Collins, Faculty of Science
Carolyn DeBeck, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
Annette Dominik, Faculty of Arts
John Dumesnil, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
Douglas Ellis, School of Tourism
Ben Giudici, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
Jay Goddard, Human Service Worker
John Hallonquist, Faculty of Arts
Laura Hargrave, Faculty of Arts
Malcolm Henry, Facilities Services
Karen Hofmann, Faculty of Arts
Tracy Hoot, School of Nursing
Ms.Shona Johansen, Bach of Nursing
Kearnon Kanne, Tutor
Brant Leigh, Registrar’s Office
Max Lentz, Office of the Provost and VP Academic
Mairi MacKay, Faculty of Science
Mary Madden, Faculty of Student Development
David McFarlane, IT Client Service
Diana McMillan, Registrar’s Office
Karen Moberg, Career and University Prep
Christopher Montoya, Psychology
Yolande Morin, Tutor
Peter Murphy, Faculty of Arts
Lisa Nielsen, Facilities Services
Jane Ouellette, Finance Division
Yoshie Ozawa, TRU World
Penny Pentilchuk, Library
Donna Petri, School of Nursing
Bill Roberts, Faculty of Arts
Shane Rollans, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
David Roos, School of Trades and Technology
Judy Russell, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
Zena Seldon, School of Business and Economics
Maureen Smith, Tutor
Trudy Temple, Tutor
Yves Thoraval, Faculty of Arts
Jill Wade, Tutor
Dale Wagner, School of Nursing
Rick Walker, Enterprise Systems
Brian Ward, School of Trades and Technology
Linda Ward, Human Resources
David Wharf, School of Trades and Technology
Dale Wik, Tutor
Mahmoud Ziaei, Tutor

15 Years of Service

Beth Bedard, Anthropology
Kim Calder, School of Education
Fran Campbell, Cert / Dipl Special Education
Susan Dahlback, Reception/Adm Secretary
Murray Doubt, Media Services
Robert Drislane, Tutor
Dawn Farough, Faculty of Arts
Florence Flynn, Human Service Worker
Lynn Joly, AVP Human Resources
Giselle Kolaric, Faculty of Arts
Mindy Marshall, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
Ronald McGivern, Faculty of Arts
Kimberley Moshenko, Faculty of Student Development
Thomas O’Byrne, Facilities Services
Marty Old, School of Trades and Technology
Mary Ann Peressini, Open Learning
Mark Perry, Culinary Arts
Jane Powell, School of Education
Hafiz Rahman, School of Business and Economics
Goodie Wolfe, School of Trades and Technology

10 Years of Service

Renee Anderson, School of Nursing
Lloyd Babcock, School of Trades and Technology
Anne Baker, Faculty of Arts
Cara Cadre, Faculty of Arts
Alexandra Church, Faculty of Student Development
Jason Cochran, School of Tourism
Abul Hasnat Dewan, School of Business and Economics
Laura Doan, School of Education
Kingsley Donkor, Faculty of Science
Lisa Donkor, Finance Division
Catrina Ertel, IT Support Analyst
Normand Fortier, Faculty of Science
Trudy Gabrielli, Ancillary Services
Christopher Gas, TRU World
Sarah Graham, Student Services
David Gulley, School of Education
Brian Harris, Finance Division
Victoria Holmes, School of Nursing
Robert Hood, School of Tourism
Janyse Hrynkow, Tutor
Norma Ihlen, Ancillary Services
Jeffery Jordan, Culinary Arts
Mariam Krauss, TRU World
Ernest Kroeger, Faculty of Arts
Sharman Learie, School of Tourism
Sheila Lindfield, Tutor
Jack Miller, School of Education
Randall Moss, Faculty of Science
Marc Nadeau, Facilities Services
Barbara Norlen, School of Nursing
Vicky Reid, Human Resources
Maya Rupert, School of Advanced Technology and Mathematics
Marsha Stewart, TRU World
Robert Swanson, Open Learning
Anita Swing, Faculty of Arts
Karen Wiens, IT Client Services
Heather Williams, School of Business and Economics