NWP recognizes five with awards during President’s Ball

Northwestern Polytechnic recognized several community leaders during its 37th Annual President’s Ball.

The evening traditionally features a celebration of post-secondary achievements and included a nod to local leaders with the incorporation of NWP’s Community Alumni Awards ceremony.

“These remarkable alumni and local leaders have played an integral role in not only advancing NWP, but also in uplifting our region through mentorship, guidance, and significant impact on the student experience,” NWP President and CEO Dr. Vanessa Sheane said following the event. 

Three award winners were celebrated during the event with Fred Estlin taking home the Board of Governors Award of Honour for his achievements in making a lasting impact at NWP, James Morrison being recognized with the Young Influencer Award for being an “emerging pacesetter” under 30 years old, and Kari Anderson recognized as this year’s Alumni Leadership Award Recipient for their “significant imprint” in the social, economic, and cultural landscape of NWP and Grande Prairie as a whole.

Also honoured was Andrea Deleeuw, who was selected as the Indigenous Community Impact Award winner. The award, established in 2021, recognizes alumni whose outstanding contributions have demonstrated responsiveness and commitment to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.

Two were chosen for the prestigious Governor General Award- Nicoleta Solcan and Alex Zinman for their “academic excellence.” The award has been a long-standing tradition in Canada dating back to 1873.

Nominations are now being accepted for next year’s ceremony.

Editors Note: This article has been updated to include the Indigenous Community Impact Award winner. We sincerely apologize for the unintended omission, and for the confusion it may have caused.