RSI Recognition Awards

This award is to recognize RSI faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the training and experience of graduate students at RSI. Characteristics demonstrated by the nominees include but not limited to:

• Major contribution to graduate student learning
• Enthusiastic and constructive appraisal of students’ work
• Timely assessment of students’ research programs including advisory committee meetings and prompt turnaround of written work
• Careful attention to a critical path laid out for students’ research
• Objective evidence of graduate student outcomes (ex; students with high quality publications, students with timely completion of degree etc.)
• Mentorship and teaching life skills and advising on career matters (ex; academic/career options, CV preparation)
• Providing an equitable environment to all trainees
• Consideration of student well-being and wellness

Nominations must be initiated by at least one current or recent RSI graduate student. Group nominations are encouraged. Nomination can be supported by faculty members.

DOCUMENTS:

Nomination Form^*                                                                                                                                       _{*Nominators must be logged in using their U of T email address to access the form}

DEADLINE: April 30 @ 11:59 pm

This award is to recognize RSI faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the training and experience of graduate students at RSI. Characteristics demonstrated by the nominees include but not limited to:

• Major contribution to graduate student learning
• Enthusiastic and constructive appraisal of students’ work
• Timely assessment of students’ research programs including advisory committee meetings and prompt turnaround of written work
• Careful attention to a critical path laid out for students’ research
• Objective evidence of graduate student outcomes (ex; students with high quality publications, students with timely completion of degree etc.)
• Mentorship and teaching life skills and advising on career matters (ex; academic/career options, CV preparation)
• Providing an equitable environment to all trainees
• Consideration of student well-being and wellness

Nominations must be initiated by at least one current or recent RSI graduate student. Group nominations are encouraged. Nomination can be supported by faculty members.

DOCUMENTS:

Nomination Form ^*                                                                                                                                       _{*Nominators must be logged in using their U of T email address to access the form}

DEADLINE: April 30 @ 11:59 pm

This award is to recognize RSI faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to teaching of the required or elective courses solely or jointly administered by RSI. Characteristics exemplified by the nominees include but not limited to:

• Significant contribution to graduate student learning
• Inspiring students
• Creating an equitable environment for learning
• Enthusiastic, timely and constructive appraisal of students’ work
• Consideration of student well-being and wellness

Nominations must be initiated by at least one current or recent RSI graduate student. Group nominations are encouraged. Nomination can be supported by faculty members.

DOCUMENTS:

Nomination Form ^*                                                                                                                                       _{*Nominators must be logged in using their U of T email address to access the form}

DEADLINE: April 30 @ 11:59 pm

This award is to recognize an outstanding service contribution to vision and mission of RSI through dedicated service contribution. Both staff members and RSI faculty members will be considered for this award. Characteristics exemplified by the nominees will include but not limited to:

• Leadership and contribution to an RSI standing committee, working group or special task force/activity, leading to a significant change in the workings of the institute, faculty engagement, and overall improvement in the overall function of the faculty and students.

Example of recognized activities may include:

• Promotion of RSI initiatives
• Recruitment of graduate students
• Assistance with advancement and fundraising
• External promotion of RSI
• Creation of a positive work environment within RSI.

Nominations can be initiated and supported by faculty or staff members as well as RSI graduate students.

DOCUMENTS:

Nomination Form ^*                                                                                                                                       _{*Nominators must be logged in using their U of T email address to access the form}

DEADLINE: April 30 @ 11:59 pm

This award is to recognize an appointed staff or faculty of the RSI who have been mentoring a colleague(s) for a sustained period of time. Characteristics exemplified by the nominees include but not limited to:

• Demonstrates mentorship characteristics including being supportive, collegial, serving as a sounding board for problem solving, sharing experiences, providing learning opportunities, being accessible, motivating, and providing valuable guidance regarding career advancement and personal growth.

Nominators of this award are mentees/protégées junior or mid-career RSI faculty members whose professional development has benefited from this relationship.

DOCUMENTS:

Nomination Form ^*                                                                                                                                       _{*Nominators must be logged in using their U of T email address to access the form}

DEADLINE: April 30 @ 11:59 pm