Established in 2012 by Dean Doug Peers, the Arts Awards for Service, Teaching and Research recognize exceptional contributions made by faculty, staff and students in the Faculty of Arts. This year, two Water Institute members were awarded the Arts Award for Excellence in Research: Roy Brouwer, professor in Economics and the executive director of the Water Institute, and Daniel Henstra, professor in Political Science.
The Faculty of Arts wrote:
In his role as excutive director of the Water Institute and through his own research, Roy embodies the ideals of the University of Waterloo: with a focus on environmental economics, his work and contributions are highly interdisciplinary, international, and addresses real and pressing problems relevant to societies and life on the planet.
Dan’s research on climate disaster risk and preparedness has had a significant impact on public policy and often attracts major media coverage. Whether one considers publications, success in winning competitive research grants, or impact on public policy his performance has been extraordinary.
Congratulations to both professors!