UPEI president recognized for excellence in public service
UPEI President Wade MacLauchlan received the 2010 Lieutenant Governor's Award for Excellence in Public Administration at a recent ceremony in Charlottetown.
Awarded by the Prince Edward Island chapter of the Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC), the distinction recognizes the exceptional achievement of a person who has shown leadership in public administration in the province or who has made a significant contribution in the field of public administration.
The Lieutenant-Governor of Prince Edward Island made to the presentation to MacLauchlan, who was commended for his leadership skills, innovation and creativity, accomplishment and impact, and community work. 'As president of the University of Prince Edward Island,' said the Honourable Barbara A. Hagerman, 'Wade is inspirational, passionate, and tireless in his efforts to raise expectations and make a difference for students, the university community, and for Prince Edward Island.'
'Our selection committee unanimously supported the nomination of President MacLauchlan,' said Sarath Chandrasekere, chair, IPAC awards committee for PEI. 'He personifies the best in public service: commitment, excellence, and courage. For more than thirty years, he has used his skills and expertise for the advancement of knowledge and education-locally, regionally, and nationally.'
Previous winners of the award include Brian Ferguson, Verna Bruce, Shauna Sullivan Curley, Donald G. MacCormac, Kay Lewis, Keith Hillier, and Douglas B. Boylan.
The Institute of Public Administration of Canada is a Canadian non-profit organization committed to advancing excellence in the public service through learning, networking and celebrating achievement among government, colleges, universities and others interested in public administration.
