Valedictorian

Convocation is one of the most important times for SAIT students. They have worked hard to achieve their credential and look forward to the official ceremony that marks this truly special day. Every spring and fall convocation includes a valedictorian address at each of the ceremonies. We're currently looking for four (4) Valedictorians for the 2024 Spring Convocation ceremonies.

Valedictorians are chosen based on the following:

  • Must be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or greater
  • Must be eligible to graduate
  • Must have strong public speaking ability (recipients will deliver a speech at one of the 2024 Spring Convocation ceremonies)
  • Have leadership traits and contributes to the SAIT community

Please note: Nominations submitted by someone other than a Dean require a letter of support from the Dean of the nominee’s school. Self-nominations will not be accepted.

Nominations for the 2024 Spring Valedictorians are now closed. Recipients will be announced leading up to the 2024 Spring Convocation. 

Spring:

  • 2023 — Melanie Barringer, Rousha Kay Esguerra, John Davis Motoomull, Karanpreet Singh Gill
  • 2022 — Michael Provo, Solomon Jolly, Camae Marayag, Tiana Henderson
  • 2021 — Lauren Schwering
  • 2020 — Richard Hoang, Mackenzie Niewchas, Melisa Carnovale, Brennan Shannon
  • 2019 — Samantha Smith, Tyson Henderson, Biran Hanington, Vanessa Morin
  • 2018 — Mikhail Fedossov, Stephan Sutcliff, Eric Rasmussen, Kevin O’Brien
  • 2017 — Hector Flores Mendoza, Tyler Kobayashi, Yekaterina Giyasova, Noha Mohammad
  • 2016 — Krista Renz, David Bishop, Megan Woudstra-Constable, Dianne Templeton
  • 2015 — Lindsay Atkinson, Stuart Martinson, Kevin Taylor

Fall:

  • 2023 — Gerald Capinding, Beatrix Brandy Bitter
  • 2022 — Onyie Ekene-Obi, Riley Nimchuk
  • 2021 — Charlson Reyes
  • 2020 — Megan Dunn
  • 2019 — Kassie Haley
  • 2018 — Maggie Grynia
  • 2017 — Samantha Pelletier
  • 2016 — Anne-Marie Oladosu
  • 2015 — Kim Zozuk

President's Medal

The President's Medal is an individual award and celebrates outstanding student achievement. The recipient of the President's Medal will have made significant contributions to campus life, demonstrated leadership with industry and achieved excellence in their field of study.

Submissions for this award could include examples of the following:

  • Collaboration and connection with industry
  • Projects to improve campus life for students
  • Projects, activities or volunteer efforts that strengthen SAIT's reputation in the community

This award is open only to graduating students in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or greater.

Please note: Self-nominations will be accepted, but will require a letter of support from their Academic Chair or Dean. 

Nominations for the 2024 President's Medal are now closed. Recipients will be announced leading up to the 2024 Spring Convocaiton.

President's Student Leadership Award

The President's Student Leadership Award recognizes a student group or club that has demonstrated innovation and initiative in creating opportunities for SAIT, fellow students, industry and the community. 

Submissions for this award could include examples of the following:

  • Meaningful collaboration and/or connection with industry
  • Projects to improve campus life for students
  • Projects, activities or volunteer efforts that strengthen SAIT's reputation in the community

Nominations by a group or club member will be accepted. 

Nominations for the 2024 President's Student Leadership Award are now closed. Recipients will be announced leading up to the 2024 Spring Convocation. 

Questions?

Should you have any additional questions regarding President's Awards nominations, please contact Mary McCoy at mary.mccoy@sait.ca.

For questions regarding the valedictorian nominations or process, please contact Danielle Delera at danielle.delera@sait.ca.

Contact us

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