A significant number of University of Windsor staffers, faculty members and both past and present members of the board have been awarded for their contributions to country in conjunction with the sixtieth anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the Throne. Among the UWindsor recipients was Donald R. Leslie, professor emeritus at the School of Social Work.
Donald R. Leslie was commended for his contributions through research, scholarship and service to persons with disabilities. Besides helping found the disability studies program, he played an instrumental role in advancing accommodation for the university community through co-chairing the accessibility planning committee. He played an active role in orienting faculty, staff, and students on matters related to workplace accommodation, disability, and diversity.