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"From the very beginning of the course, she has been nothing short of amazing. What stands out the most is the genuine effort she puts into every little detail to support our learning and success." That was one of the many accolades given to Shalini Konanur, the co-recipient of the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law's Teaching Excellence Award for the Winter 2025 term.
Selected from 16 teachers nominated for the award, Konanur is an instructor in Ethics and Professional Responsibility. In their nominations, students also praised her engagement and dedication to student success -- "Prof. Konanur 's is deeply invested in helping each of us grow," a nominator said.
"Shalini's dedication to her students, commitment to academic excellence, and deep expertise in her field set an outstanding example for all of us," says Sharry Aiken, Academic Director of the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law. "It's a testament to the caliber of the program’s instructors that we see this kind of praise in the student nominations."
Praised for his knowledge of refugee law and willingness to share his practical experience, John Norquay is the co-recipient of the Teaching Excellence Award from the Graduate Diploma in Immigration and Citizenship Law for the Winter 2025 term.
Teaching Refugee Protection and Trauma Informed Client Service in the program, Norquay was praised by students for his breadth of knowledge, openness, and going the extra mile for everyone in his class. "Prof. Norquay’s ability to listen attentively and respond thoughtfully allowed students to feel heard, and many of us were inspired to engage more fully because of this," said one student nominator. "He brings complex concepts to life with clarity and creativity," said another.
"This award recognizes John’s contributions to the program as both a refugee law expert and a talented teacher ," says Academic Director Sharry Aiken. "John takes the time and effort to really connect with his students and ensure they feel supported, while taking on some of the program's most challenging and complex material."