“We are pleased that Dr. Taras is bringing her leadership experience to the U of S,” said Brett Fairbairn, provost and vice-president academic. “We look forward to continued progress and innovation in the Edwards School of Business under her direction – in particular research, programs, and connections with the business community.”

Most recently, Taras held the position of associate dean (research) at the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary. She began her academic career in 1994, was promoted to professor in 2000, and has held various positions of leadership during her time at the University of Calgary.

Taras obtained a BA (Hon) from York University, and an MA from Duke University, both in political science. She received her MBA and PhD from the University of Calgary, and holds an LLM in labour and employment law from Osgoode Hall.

In 2008, Taras gave the H.D. Woods lecture to the Canadian Industrial Relations Association. She was also an expert advisor to the Federal Labour Standards Commission from 2004 to 2006.

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For more information, contact:

Mark Ferguson
University Communications
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-1851
Email: m.ferguson@usask.ca