Trudy Chimko, Administration Manager for the School of Engineering is the 2024 recipient of the Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Staff Award for Excellence, in Early Career Excellence.
This award recognizes individuals who have provided outstanding service and contributions to the Faculty of Applied Science, promoting and advancing its mission and vision. It recognizes those who consistently demonstrate a commitment to lead by example, drive new ideas with creative solutions and contribute to a positive, respectful and inclusive environment.
“Thank you so much for this award,” said Chimko. “It is both exciting and humbling. My professional joy comes from supporting staff and faculty, watching the administration and leadership teams develop and thrive, and being part of this incredible journey at the School of Engineering.”
Chimko joined the School of Engineering in mid-2022 and has been instrumental in the implementation of new systems and processes to enhance administration for the school. She leads and supports a talented, committed, high-performing administration team and is known within the school as someone who is always ready to pitch in, and who leads by example.
“Trudy has made a transformational impact upon the SoE during her time with the school,” said Dr. Will Hughes, Director and Professor, School of Engineering. “Her efforts have helped to set us up for success and growth, also resilience and capacity for change and continual improvement. Congratulations, Trudy, on this well-deserved award.”
Congratulations to all of this year’s Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Faculty and Staff Award recipients and nominees. Read more about all of this year’s honorees in the news article by the Faculty of Applied Science.