The MPS program hosted its very first Holiday Party this year, in two locations –Ottawa and Toronto.
Congratulations to Sheila McConnell for receiving this year’s Arts Service Award! This award recognizes staff, faculty, and students for an “exceptional level of commitment” and an “impact that goes substantially beyond the usual standard of excellent client services”.
With over 100 alumni and current students in attendance, the MPS Fall Mixer was an excellent opportunity for current students to engage with others in the MPS community and learn more about what is in store for them after their academic terms. The annual event took place at the University of Toronto’s Hart House, where students and alumni networked and enjoyed a fun evening among friends, both new and old.
John Milloy – former Ontario cabinet minister and member of provincial parliament for Kitchener Centre – has accepted a position as lecturer for the Master of Public Service (MPS) program.
The Master of Public Service program extends a warm welcome to Anindya Sen, who now officially joins MPS as Director. Professor Sen’s directorship of the program officially began on July 1, 2015. He is no stranger to MPS though, having been with the program since its very inception.
MPS Alumnus Ian Chesney is this year’s recipient of the Master of Public Service Excellence Award for having the highest overall average in his graduating class.
The news was officially announced at this year’s MPS Pre-Convocation Reception for the graduating Class of 2015.
On Friday, May 29th, the MPS community gathered in Toronto for the program’s Spring Mixer event at the Bier Markt. Students and alumni, spanning five different cohorts, had the opportunity to reconnect over drinks and delicious food.
The evening was also a farewell celebration for Daniel Henstra who is wrapping up his final term as Program Director, after five years with MPS. His dedication, hard work, and leadership was recognized throughout the evening and more formally in speeches from MPS Program Officer, Sheila McConnell, and incoming MPS Director, Anindya Sen.
Program Director, Daniel Henstra; Dean of Arts, Douglas Peers; Trevor Anderson; Carleigh Jackson; Erin Dessau; Jordan Hughes; and the Honourable John Milloy
Amad Abdullah has embarked on a new adventure since graduating from the MPS program in 2014. When completing his co-op work term at the Ministry of Education in Toronto, he was inspired by one of the largest start-up hubs next door. He also noticed the large impact that support and fitness advice from colleagues played on his boss’ motivation to work out and shed pounds.
Last week, Jeff Bunn shared some insight into his co-op experience and public service career with the MPS Class of 2016.