Dr. Jan Oakley Receives Contribution to Teaching Award

Dr. Jan Oakley (Contract Lecturer in the Bachelor of Education program, Master of Education program, and Women’s Studies department) has received a Contribution to Teaching award for the 2017-2018 academic year. The Committee noted that Dr. Oakley provides a safe and active learning environment, and stimulates discussion that encourages deep reflection and growth in the areas of social justice and feminist pedagogy.

“This award is very meaningful to me, especially knowing the nomination came from my students,” she says. “Teaching about social justice issues for the past decade has been a huge privilege, and I am continually seeking to refine my approaches, and try out new ways to develop my toolkit as a facilitator. It’s an honour to learn with and from my students, and to build relationships with them so we can meaningfully consider how we can make shifts toward an inclusive and equitable society.”