2010 Recipients
Dr. Dominique Abrioux
On Friday, June 11, 2010, Dr. Dominique Abrioux was inducted into the Order of Athabasca University in recognition of his leadership and exemplary service to the university. Dr. Abrioux served Athabasca University from 1978 to 2005, occupying the Office of the President from February 1995 to May 2005. During his time as president, student enrolment tripled, the Centre for Research and the Centre for Innovative Management were established, several new programs including the Athabasca University MBA were opened and three Canada Research Chairs were awarded to the university. Dr. Abrioux also presided over the transition from mail to Internet course delivery models. His passion for academic excellence and his commitment to students contributed greatly to making Athabasca University what it is today.
Ms. Joy Romero
On Saturday, June 12, 2010, Ms. Joy Romero was inducted into the Order of Athabasca University in recognition of her leadership, support and commitment during her time on Athabasca University Governing Council and in recognition of her work in cultivating the launch of the Learning Communities Project, a major research and development initiative, designed to enhance learning opportunities for adults in northern, rural, remote and Aboriginal communities in Alberta. During her term as chair of the AUGC, Athabasca University emerged as a leader in governance principles and practices and was nominated for a national governance award. In addition, Ms. Romero played an integral role in broadening public awareness of AU and its mission throughout Alberta and across Canada.
Updated October 03, 2024 by Digital & Web Operations, University Relations (web_services@athabascau.ca)