University of Alberta
The University of Alberta is a world-class public education institution that addresses grand challenges faced locally, nationally and internationally. The foundational commitment to inspire the human spirit through outstanding achievements in learning, discovery and citizenship for 鈥渁n uplifting of the whole people鈥� was reaffirmed by the university鈥檚 most recent strategic plan, For the Public Good, where 鈥淓ngage鈥� is one of the five main goals. This service-focused ethos is at the heart of all the University of Alberta aims to do and is captured most succinctly in our mission statement:
鈥淲ithin a vibrant and supportive learning environment, the University of Alberta discovers, disseminates, and applies new knowledge for the benefit of society through teaching and learning, research and creative activity, community involvement, and partnerships. The University of Alberta gives a national and international voice to innovation in our province, taking a lead role in placing Canada at the global forefront.鈥�
Evergreen Pond and The Circle opening to celebrate the sesquicentennial in 2017
January 26 Round Dance celebration with our internal and external communities to learn about the significance of the dance, traditions, history and cultural
Students with a community patient is from the recent Boyle Street Dental Clinic opening
Participants and sponsors
Alexis Ksiazkiewicz
Associate Vice-President, Government and Community Relations
Alexis Ksiazkiewicz completed her bachelor's and a master's degree in Political Science from the U of A and has completed a program on change leadership at Rotman School of Management and now leads institutional Government and Community Relations strategies. Over the past fifteen years, she has held leadership roles within the advanced education sector in constituency organizations, advocacy groups, provincial and national associations, and at the University of Alberta. In her current role, she works to advance the university's relationships with government and communities locally, provincially and nationally.
Anastasia Lim
Executive Director, Community Relations
Anastasia Lim is a trilingual alumna of Campus Saint Jean and joined the University of Alberta after 22 years of leadership experience in administration and management, stakeholder relations and partnership building with the Government of Canada. She leads integration and coordination of activities across the institution that support the university鈥檚 reputation building, relationship development, and community engagement objectives. Her areas of responsibility include community relations, cross-institution advisory groups, community engagement projects, and institutional initiatives that advance the U of A鈥檚 goals.