NAIT recognizes exceptional alumni and partners with annual awards

NAIT is very pleased to announce the 2022 NAIT Celebrates award winners – the polytechnic’s annual recognition campaign to honor and celebrate distinguished NAIT graduates and supporters for their remarkable contributions to industry and society. 

The 2022 recipients have made great contributions to the Alberta business community, environmental education and climate sustainability; are strong voices for Albertans on issues related to health and health care including creating safe and inclusive environments for marginalized communities; and are enthusiastic supporters of the value of a polytechnic education.  

NAIT congratulates the following recipients and thanks them for their continued support of their communities and the polytechnic. 

Alumni award recipients 

• Marni Panas (Computer Systems Technology ’02 and Business Administration - Management ’91) received the Distinguished Alumni Award for her outstanding professional achievements, diversity and inclusion advocacy, and unwavering dedication to creating positive change. READ MORE. 
• Su-Ling Goh (Radio and Television - TV ’98) received the  Alumni Award of Excellence acknowledging her remarkable achievements in journalism, her heartfelt storytelling and her dedication to examining health-related issues in the Edmonton area. READ MORE. 
• Kathy Leskow (Business Administration - Management ’96) received the  Alumni Award of Excellence for her remarkable achievements as a business owner, her dedication to the entrepreneurial community and her spirit of philanthropy. READ MORE. 
• Michelle Holland (Biological Sciences Technology - Renewable Resources ’11) received the Spirit of NAIT Award for her accomplishments in environmental education, and commitment to mentorship, community-building and inclusivity. READ MORE. 
• Chris Kallal (Forest Technology ’10) received the Spirit of NAIT Award for his leadership in Canadian climate action, passion for sustainability and transformative approach to doing business. READ MORE. 

Supporters of the institute recipients 

• Arnold Rumbold is the 2022 Distinguished Friend of the Institute recipient recognizing his exceptional commitment to NAIT and significant impact in the community. READ MORE. 
• ConocoPhillips Canada is the 2022 Distinguished Industry Partner for their long-standing partnership with NAIT, funding applied research projects as well as power engineering and geoscience programs at the polytechnic since 1983, and their role as a leader in industry and the community. READ MORE. 

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Learn more 

• About the Distinguished Alumni Award 
• About the Alumni Award of Excellence 
• About the Spirit of NAIT Award 
• About the Distinguished Industry Partner Award 
• About the Distinguished Friend of the Institute Award 

Nominations for the 2023 NAIT Celebrates awards open on Mar. 6 and run until Mar. 31. Anyone can nominate an inspiring NAIT alumni who is making a meaningful impact in their career, industry or community at nait.ca/celebrate.