U of S Appoints New Vice-President

Posted August 03, 2005


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 3, 2005 2005-08-01-OTHER

U of S Appoints New Vice-President

The University of Saskatchewan announced today it has appointed an
accomplished financial strategist, administrator and academic as its new
Vice-President of Finance and Resources.

President Peter MacKinnon said Richard Florizone, currently a Director of
Strategy for Bombardier Aerospace, will assume his new role at the
University on October 17. He said Florizone, a U of S alumnus originally
from Prince Albert who went on to international corporate success, will be a
valuable addition to the University's senior leadership team.

"Solid administration of the University's assets will be required as we
enter our second century - with continued dedication to international
standards, academic preeminence and an unfailing sense of place," MacKinnon
said. "The addition of Richard Florizone to our senior finance position
brings knowledge, experience, strategic vision and personal connection to
the province that will ensure we efficiently manage the competitive
evolution of our campus."

Florizone has extensive experience in developing and implementing business
strategies for major corporations in Canada, the U.S. and Europe. MacKinnon
said his understanding of acquisitions, cost reduction, corporate strategy,
negotiation and public policy make him well suited to run the diverse
portfolio of Finance and Resources at the U of S.

"I'm looking forward to becoming a part of such a fine Canadian university,"
Florizone said. "I'm committed to helping facilitate the growth and
development of the world-class programs, facilities and minds at the U of
S."

Florizone holds a PhD in Nuclear Physics from Massachusetts Institute of
Technology (MIT) and holds an MSc ('92) and BSc ('90) from the U of S. He
conducted his graduate studies at the U of S under Physics Professor Dennis
Skopik, and was awarded the President's Medal as the most distinguished
graduate in engineering in 1990.

*Please note: photos are available by contacting (306) 966-6919.

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For more information, contact:

Ghislaine McLeod
Director, Communications
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-6614
Email: ghislaine.mcleod@usask.ca
Web: www.usask.ca/communications

Richard Florizone
Tel: (514) 671-9943 (home)