Provincial recognition

University of Windsor professor Donald Leslie won a coveted teaching award sponsored by the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA). Professor Leslie received one of five 2009-2010 OCUFA Teaching Awards at a ceremony held in Toronto.

“Professor Leslie has distinguished himself through many forms of educational leadership,” said Zopito Marini, member of the Teaching Award selection committee. “Whether through his continuous involvement in curriculum development, teaching innovations, mentorship of students and junior colleagues, or thoughtful advocacy of increased accessibility to university education for all, Prof. Leslie brings exceptional commitment and ability to his teaching.”

Professor Leslie, who joined the University of Windsor in 1994, said, “I’m thrilled to receive this award because I think it really represents all of our continuing efforts to strengthen the role of teaching at our University. I think we’ve put a lot of energy into developing our programs. It’s in the classroom where these activities really come to fruition and where we can excite fresh minds to stand on our shoulders and carry on.”

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