Faculty Registrar Barbara McCann is this year’s recipient of the Association of Registrars of the Universities and Colleges of Canada (ARUCC) Outstanding Achievement Award, which recognizes members who are making significant contributions to the registrarial profession, to their own institution, and/or to the improvement of service to students.
Since taking on the role of Faculty Registrar in 1985, McCann has ensured that the Office of the Registrar continually evolves to meet the changing needs of Engineering students. She has worked tirelessly to enhance registration services, advised and mentored countless students, introduced information technology initiatives to improve student services, and constantly demonstrated a commitment to student engagement and success. She has never forgotten that the primary mission of the Faculty is the education of our students.
McCann has long been a champion for underrepresented groups and those with special needs. She advocated accommodation for students with disabilities before such accommodations were legislated and has worked closely with LGBTOUT to deal with issues faced by the gay student community. She spearheaded the creation of the Women in Engineering Association and received the SAC Equity Commission Award for her work with the University of Toronto Muslim Student Association. McCann has also championed her colleagues; she created and implemented the Agnes Kaneko Award, one of the first staff recognition awards at U of T.
In 2009, McCann was recognized with the Chancellor’s Award in the Influential Leader Category, the University’s most prestigious award for outstanding contributions by an administrative staff member.
“I am delighted that Barbara McCann continues to be recognized for her exemplary contributions to the student experience,” said Cristina Amon, Dean, Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering. “Her tireless advocacy for our students and her passionate commitment to their success have made our Faculty a more inclusive and supportive place to learn.”
The ARUCC Outstanding Achievement Award was presented at a luncheon on June 27 at the Marriott Ottawa Hotel.
