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convocation NOVEMBER 11, 2020 Conestoga College Institute Of Technology and Advanced Learning 1 Approved in 1977 by the College of Arms in London, England, Conestoga’s coat of arms and crest together comprise the full armorial bearings. Each element is rooted in the traditions of heraldry and conveys a specific meaning. The three phoenix heads rising out of the flames represent art, and the creative process exercised by all artists in their chosen media. The wheel in the centre of the shield symbolizes technology, since it is both the most ancient of inventions and the technological base from which all modern achievementflat colour stems. The wheel is also with gradients/shading reminiscent of the Conestoga wagon wheel and the “hex” symbol, which has been used by the college to signify its link with its Canadian heritage. The themes of art and technology reappear in the crest. The rainbow with all its colours signifies art. Technology is represented by the flaming torch, which in the language of heraldry also stands for scientific achievement and the development of knowledge. The maple leaves that entwine the torch and form part of the crest acknowledge the national identity of the college, as well as the Province of Ontario. The college motto is Transcend. 2 president’s message to graduates On behalf of the Board of Governors and the Conestoga community, I am pleased to offer my most sincere congratulations to the Class of 2020. This is a time of celebration as we recognize the accomplishments of Conestoga’s newest graduates. This has been a year like no other, and you are graduating into a world that has changed dramatically in recent months. You have shown yourself to be resilient and adaptable by successfully completing your studies despite the many challenges resulting from the global pandemic. These qualities will serve you well as you build a successful future. Across the community and around the world, Conestoga graduates are known for their talent, their drive and their entrepreneurial spirit. They are innovative thinkers with the training and knowledge to solve some of the greatest challenges we face: they make a difference. And as you join their ranks today, I am confident that you will make a difference too. Convocation is not the end of your journey: the adventure is just beginning. I urge you to keep growing. Build on what you’ve learned and accomplished. Commit yourself to making an impact in your workplace, in your community, and in your world. As a member of an alumni community more than 140,000 strong, you will always be welcome at Conestoga. We are committed to helping you succeed in your career and encourage you to stay connected, wherever your adventures might take you. I wish you every success in the future. John Tibbits President & CEO Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning 3 the board of governors of conestoga college Frank Boutzis, Chair Jane Black, Vice Chair Heather McLachlin, Vice Chair Sana Banu, Conestoga Students Inc. (CSI) Greg Eller, Administration Kerry Hadad Kimberley Hogan Jennifer Knapp Bob Magee Janet Parrish, Support Staff Shannon Rea, Faculty Minto Schneider Hardeep Singh Sidhu, Student Ray Tanguay John Tibbits, President (ex officio) Dave Walden Jacinda Reitsma, Secretary-Treasurer The Board of Governors extends special thanks to the members of the Convocation Committee and the many volunteers who have contributed to the planning and presentation of our convocation celebrations. 4 Academic and Administrative Officers of the College John Tibbits President & Chief Executive Officer Veronique Boscart Executive Dean, Health & Life Sciences Norma McDonald Ewing Director, Employee Engagement & Development Executive Director, Schlegel Centre for Advancing Seniors Care Connie Phelps Director, Institutional Research & Planning Shawn Brake Dean, Interdisciplinary Studies & the Language Institute Greg Poste Director, Construction Services Christine Buuck Associate Vice President, Academic Administration & Cathy Paisley Director, Office of the President & Executive Assistant International Education Fiona Tetlow Director, Budgeting & Reporting Barbara Fennessy Vice President, Applied Research & Entrepreneurship Sherri Tryon Associate Director, Employer Engagement & Career Centre Gary Hallam Executive Dean, Business and Hospitality & Culinary Arts Vice President, Research Brian Watson Director, Magna Centre for Supply Chain Excellence Barbara Kelly Vice President, Academic/Student Affairs & Human Resources Helena Webb Director, Office of the President Darin Lee Vice President and Chief Information Officer Amin Yazdani Director, Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness & Performance Paul Osborne Associate Vice President, Marketing, Community Relations & Special Projects Rachel Banham Chair, Trades & Apprenticeship Jacinda Reitsma Vice President, Finance & Corporate Services Anna Barichello Associate Chair, Institute of Online Studies Pejman Salehi Dean, Applied Computer Science & Information Technology and Creative Industries James Boesch Chair, Business Sandra Schelling Executive Dean, Workforce Development, Continuing Education & Karen Cain Chair, Engineering & Technology Online Learning Heather Cross Chair, Nursing Tim Schill Associate Vice President, Facilities & Capital Development Scott Dart Chair, Workforce Development Tony Thoma Executive Dean, Engineering & Technology, Trades & Apprenticeship and Jim Edwards Chair, Applied Computer Science & IT Institute of Food Processing Technology Brenda Gilmore Chair, Workforce Development & Partnerships - Trades Goranka Vukelich Executive Dean, Community Services Amy Gleiser Chair, Business Trish Weigel-Green Associate Vice President, Student Affairs Michelle Grimes Chair, Business Rafik Guindi Chair, Engineering & Technology Mike Abraham Director, Instructional Technologies Rosie Hessian Chair, Interdisciplinary Studies Kirsty Bradley-McMurtie Director, Safety & Security Adam Hustwitt Chair, Business Kathryn Brillinger Director, Teaching & Learning Joni Jean Chair, Engineering & Technology and Trades & Apprenticeship Kathryn Brubacher Director, Facilities Management Hamid Karbasi Industrial Research Chair, Engineering & Technology Brenda Cassidy Director, Corporate Communications & Government Relations Tanya Kell Chair, Academic Upgrading & Workforce Development Anita Couto Director, International Enrolment & Operations Shannon Lipskie Associate Chair, Community Services Linda Crawford Associate Director, Work-Integrated Learning Support Services Sheila McGlashan Chair, Workforce Development & Part-time Studies Stephen Cross Director, Applied Research & Entrepreneurship Curt Monk Chair, Informatics & Life Sciences Joerg Dallmeier Director, Infrastructure & Operations Suzanne Moyer Chair, Trades & Apprenticeship Kristine Dawson Director, Co-operative Education, Career Services & WIL Keith Müller Chair, Hospitality & Culinary Arts Brandy Dwyer Director, Ancillary Services Marvin Mustin Chair, Community Safety Pegah Ensafi Director, Business Transformation Office Jeff Oakes Chair, Trades & Apprenticeship Jeff Fila Director, Academic Initiatives & Special Projects Cathy O’Toole Chair, Human Services Carolyn Galvin Director, Employees & Labour Relations Sarah Pottier Chair, PSW & Supportive Care Timothy Gibbins Associate Director, Research Engagement Lil Premsukh Singh Chair, Part-time Studies - Business Michelle Heyer Director, Seniors Care Samantha Rawn Associate Chair, Nursing Post-Grad Programs Janeen Hoover Director, Registrarial Services Russell Foubert Chair, Applied Computer Science & IT Gail Jordan Associate Director, Corporate Training & Special Projects Heather Ryall Chair, Creative Industries Assad Khan Director, Srategic Projects Andrew Schmitz Chair, Interdisciplinary Studies Alice Knight Director, Cowan Partnership Linda Sheiban Associate Chair, Schlegel Centre for Advancing Seniors Care Ignac Kolenko Executive Director, Centre for Smart Manufacturing Stephen Speers Chair, Workforce Development & Partnerships - Trades Andreas Kyriacou Director, Solution Design & Delivery Calin Stoicoiu Chair, Engineering & Technology Jen Lagrotteria Director, Online Learning Oded Tal Chair, Business Patti Lartigue Director, Marketing Zach Weston Chair, Health Sciences Bonnie Lipton-Bos Director, Student Success Services Rose Mastnak Director, Conestoga Entrepreneurship Collective 5 the significance of graduation the liripipe academic honours The liripipe originated in the 15th century - the President’s Honour List Renaissance period of great artists, scholars For the graduating student in each diploma, and explorers. A longer version of the present graduate certificate and degree program who university hood, the liripipe symbolizes recognition obtains the highest average in that program. The of an individual sufficiently prepared to play average for all courses of the program must be a a particular role in the world’s work, as well as minimum of 90 per cent, with no failed courses. attainment of a standard of excellence that will Graduation with High Distinction encourage recipients to seek, learn and improve For students registered in diploma, graduate upon the nature of their chosen roles. certificate or degree programs who achieve an The Conestoga liripipe is a band of red velvet, average of 90 per cent or greater for all courses of edged and divided into four sections by gold trim the program with no failed courses. and bearing four white tassels. It is draped over Graduation with Distinction the left shoulder to signify acceptance