Left to right: David Van, Dr. Susan E. Parker, Candice Bjur, Kristen Wong
UBC Library is pleased to announce that Kristen Wong, Candice Bjur, and David Van are the 2022 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 2022 UBC Library Summer Recognition Awards Ceremony, held on Monday, June 22, 2022.
Congratulations to Kristen, Candice and David, and thank you to everyone who participated by submitting nominations.
Employee Excellence Award – Kristen Wong
Kristen Wong (Program Services Assistant, Community Engagement) is the winner of the 2022 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.
Kristen is an open, friendly, insightful and hard-working employee at UBC Library. She is often praised for her positive energy and consistent attention to detail, always willing to go the extra kilometer to help others and to ensure smooth operations at the library.
Unsung Hero Awards – David Van and Candice Bjur
David Van (Collections Management Assistant, Technical Services) and Candice Bjur (Archives Clerk, University Archives) are the winners of the 2022 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.
David has been praised for his steady oversight in book preparations, leadership to students and being a role model for maintaining best standards in materials processing. His unsung work was critical in ensuring that materials reached various library locations and library users during the COVID-19 outbreak through the Materials pick-up service.
Candice is recognized for her leadership, her willingness to take on additional roles, her fearlessness in learning new and challenging technology, and her collegiality. She stepped in to support her colleagues and fill a need during a challenging, transitional time, learning new skills and taking on the running of a key program at RMO for 6 months while maintaining her regular responsibilities.
Congratulations to the winners!