Top row: Veronica Mewis, Emma MacFarlane; Bottom row: Hannah McKendry, Dr. Susan E. Parker.
UBC Library is pleased to announce that Emma MacFarlane, Hannah McKendry, and Veronica Mewis are the 2021 recipients of UBC Library Awards. Each year, the Library Awards Program shines a light on those employees who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, leadership, excellence and a dedication to customer service through their work.
The awards were presented during the 2021 UBC Library Summer Recognition Awards Ceremony, held virtually on Zoom this year on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who participated by submitting nominations.
Emma MacFarlane
Emma MacFarlane (Learning Commons Coordinator, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre) is the winner of the 2021 UBC Library Employee Excellence Award, which recognizes a Library employee who consistently demonstrates their commitment to making an impact on the Library and making it a better workplace for all, through living our values and behaviors. Their kindness, compassion and respect for those above and below make them eagerly sought after as project team members or leaders.
Emma has created a supportive environment where students can thrive both in their role and in their studies at the Chapman Learning Commons. Her leadership and perseverance have significantly contributed to the UBC Strategic Framework goal to inspire with innovative space and services.
Hannah McKendry
Hannah McKendry (Conservation Technician, Technical Services) is the winner of the 2021 UBC Library Innovation Award, which recognizes a Library employee who has demonstrated new ways of performing existing processes or has introduced a new library service or program that is beneficial to Library employees and/or users.
With her quiet, dedicated, and thoughtful demeanor, Hannah has become the go-to person for the circulating collection repair program, not only by organizing and completing a significant amount of work in a timely and highly polished manner, but also by openly sharing her knowledge, skills, and time with staff and students who work with her.
Veronica Mewis
Veronica Mewis (Serials Orders Assistant, Technical Services) is the winner of the 2021 UBC Library Unsung Hero Award, which recognizes a Library employee or team who keep the library branches running, delivering its services, collections and operations. Their efforts help UBC Library to effectively deliver the stellar service that users have come to expect.
Whether it’s something simple or complex, with grace and ease, Veronica consistently delivers. She supports a positive culture with her team and shares it throughout Technical Services and the Library, making it a wonderful place to work. She is praised for her positive energy and dedication , always willing to fill the gap and help out.