Dorothy Austen Receives President's Service Award at Fall Convocation

Posted October 23, 2000


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - October 20, 2000 2000-10-05-OTHER

Dorothy Austen to Receive President?s Service Award
at Fall Convocation

Dorothy Austen, Administrative Assistant for the College of Arts & Science,
will receive the President?s Service Award on October 21 at 9:00 a.m. during
the Fall convocation ceremony.

The President?s Service Award recognizes exceptional contributions by
non-academic staff members. It honours those who, through dedication and
committment, have inspired others and enhanced the University community
through extraordinary service.

Austen has worked in the College for over 25 years. Not only does she serve
as the Administrative Assistant for all four Associate Deans in the
College, but she also handles the hiring of sessional lecturers and the
awarding of graduate teaching fellows. In addition, she is often the first
person students approach with problems or questions.

"For anyone who phones or comes into her office, Dorothy Austen is the
personable woman who reminds one that the University?s largest college is
not an impersonal place," says Claud Thompson, former acting dean.

Austen?s attitude and dedication have won the respect of colleagues and
students alike. She, however, does not feel she has done anything
spectacular, despite putting in overtime and regularly going beyond job
requirements. Her co-workers disagree.

"Dorothy has set the tone in this office for over 20 years," says Tom
Wishart, former Acting Dean. "She serves as a role model for us all."

For more information please contact:

Bev Dickinson
Chair of the President?s Service Award Selection Committee
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-6282