FPGA Celebrates Excellence Award Winners

FPGA faculty and staff gathered on May 8, 2025 to celebrate the end of term and to recognize the efforts of their colleagues. The mood was convivial and the appreciation for the award winners was enthusiastic.

Staff Excellence Award Winner: Andrea Kenny (School of Social Work)

Andrea Kenny was recognized as the kind of colleague who makes a lasting difference—not just through her incredible efficiency and deep institutional knowledge, but through the kindness, integrity, and calm presence she brings to every challenge. She is the glue that holds her department together, quietly transforming systems, supporting new faculty, guiding students, and ensuring that everyone—from contract instructors to visiting scholars—feels welcomed, heard, and supported.

Peter Andrée (Department of Political Science)

Peter Andrée was honored for his innovative and student-centered approach to education. He integrated podcasting into his teaching as an instructional tool and introduced meditation practices to support students coping with the challenges of eco-anxiety in today’s world.

In addition to these classroom innovations, Andree contributes to the broader academic community by publishing on the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL), sharing his insights and practices with colleagues in the field.

Christiane Wilke (Law and Legal Studies)

Christiane Wilke was recognized for her transformative contributions to graduate education. She reimagined the core graduate theory course by diversifying its content: incorporating readings and authors that challenge traditional canonization and better reflect the experiences of students from varied backgrounds.

Additionally, she integrated academic professional socialization—often referred to as the “hidden curriculum”—into the formal structure of the course, ensuring that students are better equipped for academic and professional success.

Vildana Stanisic-Keller (Contract Instructor, EURUS)

Vildana Stanisic-Keller was recognized for her outstanding contributions over more than two decades of teaching at Carleton University. She has demonstrated consistent innovation in course design and pedagogy, particularly in adapting her courses on Russian and European literature for effective online delivery. Her impact on students is profound; as one student remarked, “Professor Stanisic-Keller has managed to turn me from apathetic and uninterested in the topic to someone interested in the rich culture, history, and literature of Eastern Europe. For that, I am very grateful.”

Jonathan Malloy (Department of Political Science)

Jonathan Malloy was recognized for his outstanding scholarly contributions and leadership in the field. His recent research output includes three books published with Canadian university presses: a sole-authored monograph on Canada’s Parliament, a co-authored monograph on the revitalization of graduate education, and a co-edited volume on Ontario politics. He has also published four peer-reviewed co-authored journal articles, two sole-authored book chapters, and several op-eds, reflecting both academic depth and public engagement. His research has been supported by external funding, including a $78,000 SSHRC Insight Grant. In addition to his scholarly work, Malloy has demonstrated national leadership as President of the Canadian Political Science Association.

Siobhan Angus (School of Journalism and Communication)

Siobhan Angus was recognized for her remarkable scholarly achievements. Her research portfolio includes a sole-authored monograph published by Duke University Press, three peer-reviewed journal articles in which she is either the lead or sole author, and a co-edited volume. In addition, she has contributed several book chapters and non-peer-reviewed articles as a sole author, demonstrating both academic rigor and a broad engagement with her field. Her work has been supported by a major external grant, including a $70,000 SSHRC Insight Development Grant.

Community Engagement Winner: Danette Nearing-Guibord (ICCJ)

Danette Nearing-Guibord was recognized for her exceptional efforts in fostering meaningful connections between the university and the broader community. She has played a pivotal role in building partnerships with community organizations to create experiential and work-integrated learning opportunities for Criminology students. Many of these placements have led to permanent employment for Carleton students, and Professor Nearing-Guibord has continued to cultivate relationships with these alumni, creating a strong network of placement, career development, and mentoring opportunities for future students.

Public Commentary Winner: Erin Tolley (Department of Political Science)

Erin Tolley received this award for her innovative and impactful efforts to bring critical conversations about race, gender, and political representation into the public sphere. Through creative, nontraditional approaches, she has successfully engaged nontraditional audiences, making complex academic research accessible and relevant. Her groundbreaking work with Operation Black Vote Canada and the Black on the Ballot podcast has amplified the voices of Black politicians and contributed meaningfully to public discourse. Whether writing op-eds in major publications or appearing on national radio, Professor Tolley has consistently worked to bridge the gap between scholarly research and public understanding, shaping national conversations about diversity in political institutions.

EDI Excellence Award Winner: Black History Committee, School of Social Work

Committee members: Allison Everett, Melissa Redmond and Beth Martin

The Black History Committee—comprising Allison Everett, Melissa Redmond, and Beth Martin—was awarded the EDI Excellence Award in recognition of their sustained and impactful contributions to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization. Since 2019, the committee has organized annual events celebrating Black history, demonstrating a deep commitment to fostering inclusive and anti-oppressive spaces within the Faculty of Public Affairs, Carleton University, and the broader community. These events are intentionally welcoming to both academic and public audiences and have often been designed to generate practical resources that support inclusive teaching and learning across diverse communities.