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Strathclyders honoured in 2017 medals ceremony Eleven individual staff members and four teams presented with awards for outstanding service

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Strathclyders honoured in 2017 medals ceremony Eleven individual staff members and four teams at Strathclyde have had theiroutstanding service recognised by becoming recipients of University medals.

The awards have been made to people and teams, nominated by their peers and

colleagues, for their important contribution to the University Values in their work, relationships and achievements.

Our values

People-Oriented Bold Innovative Collaborative Ambitious

These values were developed by the Strathclydecommunity following extensive consultation andfeedback including a University wide survey andfocus groups. It was then determined to recognisepeople who most exemplified the values byawarding them a Strathclyde Medal.

Following a nominations process during Apriland May 2017, the winners were selected by acommittee of representatives from around theUniversity.

The 2017 awards were presented by PrincipalProfessor Sir Jim McDonald at a ceremony atThe Technology and Innovation Centre on Friday 8th September. The event was attended by winners, guests, nominators and University leaders.

Strathclyders honoured in 2017 medals ceremony

Sir Jim said:

“This ceremony marks the next step in a journey we have been on for about 4 years when we initially started to explore the values of Strathclyde, and represents the momentum that we have built around capturing what it is to be staff who embody our values.

It also presents an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of colleagues who are individual medal and team trophy winners, and acknowledge those who nominated them.

It is clear from both the high calibre and the number of nominations received, 90 individuals and 33 teams, that we are a thriving and successful University. Every medal recipient stood out from amongst the nominations as exemplars of the Strathclyde Values, not only on one or two occasions – but in their everyday interactions, relationships and on-going commitment to excellence in the roles they do.

It is also important to acknowledge that being nominated by colleagues as an exemplar of the Strathclyde Values, is in itself a great honour.”

At the ceremony on 8th September 2017 a total of 15 medals were awarded to individuals and teams.

The medal recipients were:

Individuals:

• Aimee White, Strategy and Policy

• Carol Georges, NAOME

• Christine Sinclair, Human Resources Directorate

• Colin Flynn, Disability Service

• Hugh Gallagher, School of Education

• Jim MacDonald, Security Services

• Jean Dearie, Estates Services

• Lynn Curran, Forensic Science

• Mary Bennett, Principal’s Suite

• Shirley Darling, HaSS

• Wes Boulstridge, Safety, Health and Wellbeing

Teams:

• HaSS Course Support Team

• Cleaning BICS Team

• Centre for Lifelong Learning Operations Team

• CELCIS Consultancy Team

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INDIVIDUAL MEDAL RECIPIENTS

Aimee WhiteModern Apprentice, Strategy and Policy (1 years’ service) nominated by Darren Thomson.

• Nominated for all Values

• Although only having recently been appointed models the values in her work and relationships with colleagues and customers

• Thoughtful additional support for colleagues – shows excellent initiative

• Shows leadership and influencing wider group of apprentices

• Highly committed to completing her apprenticeship and developing a professional career


• The ‘go to’ person – highly people oriented in helping new staff settle in and welcoming them into the Strathclyde community

• Focused on excellence and improvement and is always exploring ways of doing things better even after 26 years – a true innovative spirit

• Is a wonderful mentor to others


Carol Georges Administrator, Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering (26 years’ service) received 9 nominations from colleagues and students

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Christine SinclairAssistant HR Adviser/PA, Human Resources(12 years’ service) nominated by Jan Lee and senior HR team colleagues


• Well known by almost everyone for her upbeat, down to earth and friendly attitude

• Nothing is too much trouble – has been pivotal in helping new professors to Strathclyde and the UK with things like Schools, Nurseries and other information to help them settle in

• Always highly professional; she makes multi-tasking look easy


• Shows exceptional commitment to student support and promotion of mental health and wellbeing

• Has driven the agenda for mindfulness for staff and students – has trained several staff as volunteers and manages the provision of lunchtime sessions

• Is very innovative in his approach to mental health support, targeting a wider audience and ‘hard to reach’ students

Colin Flynn Disability Adviser, Disability Service (18 years’ service) nominated by Anne Duncan and Jan Duke

Individual medal recipients

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Hugh GallagherLecturer, School of Education (13 years’ service) nominated by Michelle Oates, Linda Harris and Morag Findlay. Hugh is now retired from the University.


• Led the restructuring of the PGDE course of 950 students

• His teaching and leadership was inspirational to others

• Much of his success stems from his ‘nothing is too much trouble’ attitude and his wonderful sense of humour

• An outstanding teacher and champion of the University

• Nominated for People Oriented, Collaborative and Innovative

• Well known for his approachable and likeable attitude

• Highly conscientious

• Goes out of his way to be helpful and courteous to others

• Volunteers on Project Search supporting young people and makes a very positive impact on their experience at Strathclyde

Jim MacDonald Security Warden (12 years’ service) nominated by Louise McColl and Catherine Cairney

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Jean DeariePA to Director of Estates Services (37 years’ service), nominated by Stella Matko and Shona Miller.

Jean was unable to attend the ceremonyand her award was collected on her behalfby Stella Matko


• Known as the lynch-pin of Estates and knows almost everyone personally

• Has been with University for 37 years and in that time has consistently delivered an excellent service to colleagues and others

• A strong advocate of positive change and driving excellence

• Is the ‘go to’ person to resolve problems, get information and advice


• Long serving member of staff

• Is extremely supportive of students and enhancing their experience

• Provides outstanding support to colleagues and is making a real and positive contribution to achieving the ambitious targets they are all working towards

• Central to the development of the major crime scene exercise which runs over two weeks every year

Lynn Curran Technician, Centre for Forensic Science (35 years’ service) nominated by Penny Haddrill


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Mary BennettExecutive Assistant to the Principal (34 years’ service) nominated by Jan Lee


• Known for her ‘swan like’ qualities – makes complex organisational problem solving look easy

• Is always upbeat and friendly and despite being extraordinarily busy always has time to talk to colleagues

• Is a kind and considerate colleague and is a great mentor to colleagues

• Demonstrates a real commitment to her own development and the development of others – is keen to enhance her skills and experience and is a real example of the people oriented and collaborative values of Strathclyde


• Known for her dedication and the pivotal role she plays in the faculty office team

• Is widely respected not only for the work she does but the way she engages and her supportive attitude to the students

• Instrumental in making positive changes to the processes and systems to improve the staff and student experience in HASS

Shirley DarlingSenior Adviser of Study, HaSS (15 years’ service) nominated by Tony Anderson

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Wes BoulstridgeFire Safety Adviser (3 years’ service) nominated by Rachel Doyle

• Nominated for People Oriented, Collaborative, Bold and Ambitious

• Works tirelessly to ensure the Fire Safety processes and procedures are in place and working effectively

• Has been instrumental in reducing the amount of fire alerts resulting in very positive feedback from the Fire and Rescue Service

• Builds good working relationships with people and provides help and support in an engaging way

• A friendly and supportive colleague who volunteers his skills and knowledge to keep the workplace a safe place for all

TEAM MEDAL RECIPIENTS HaSS Course Support Team Ann Bartlett, Chloe Gallagher, Colin Fyfe, Jacqueline Daly, Katie McGlynn, Margaret Jolly, Maureen McDonald, Maureen Noor, Pauline Murray , Sallyann Duncan

Nominated by: David Kinloch, Marion Marlow, Erica Fudge, Eleanor Bell, David Goldie and Michael Higgins

Values: All

• Colleagues unanimously agree they are a great team who focus on the needs of others

• Committed to continuous improvement and excellence and have built great relationships across the faculty

• Outstanding leadership of the team to align with the aims and objectives and deliver real and genuine excellent service

• They have a great sense of humour, are a pleasure to work with and clearly genuinely enjoy their work

• Their work on timetabling and dissertation submission has transformed the staff and student experience

Nominated by: Yvonne Higgins, Supervisor

Values: People Oriented

• A group of volunteer cleaners who train colleagues in best practice methods

• Not only enhancing technical skills but also developing their communication skills using questioning, and to check for understanding of others

• Their work has resulted in feedback indicating improvements in attitudes and staff experience and enhancing the experience of visitors and students.

Cleaning BICS Team, (British Institute of Cleaning Science) Francis McCue, Jacqueline McCartney, Linda Sweeney, Lorraine Downie, Margaret Lowe, Teresa Donnachie, Vivian Devlin, William Plenderleith

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Centre for Lifelong Learning Operations Team Chloe McGugan, Claire Hill, Clare Walls, Janice MacWhirter, Joanne Dobbs, Linda Anderson, Lisa Donaldson, Norman Robinson, Jennifer Campbell, Jane Mackenzie

Nominated by: Alix McDonald, Head of Centre

Values: All

• A public facing team who support the learning needs of over 7000 people a year

• Feedback from the student population is exemplary – these staff go the extra mile to provide support and advice

• They provide support for a large number of tutors (120+) and ensure that all the courses run smoothly behind the scenes

• They are experts in providing efficient, effective and friendly services

Nominated by: Estelle Carmichael and Joanne McMeeking

Values: Collaborative

• CELCIS launched in 2011 to make a positive difference to Scotland’s children in care

• The consultancy team work tirelessly to improve the rights of young people and children in the care system

• Have demonstrated real impact on enhancing positive attitudes to children in care

• The team always hold the rights of the children and young people at the heart of their work and are dedicated and committed to this

CELCIS Consultancy Team Judith Furnivall and Moyra Hawthorn

Team medal recipients

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