SPRING 2018
AWARDS
CONVOCATION student , graduating with their first degree , who has an overall internship rating of “ Outstanding ” and the highest grade point average in the program .
Paula Stoker
Bachelor of Education After Degree ( BEAD ) Convocation Prize
Congratulations to Paula Stoker on receiving the Bachelor of Education After Degree ( BEAD ) Convocation Prize , established to encourage and recognize the most distinguished BEAD graduate with an overall internship rating of “ Outstanding ” and the highest grade point average in the program .
Paula graduated with a Bachelor of Education ( Elementary ) with Great Distinction . During her studies in the Yukon Native Teacher Education Program ( YNTEP ), a program the Faculty of Education , University of Regina offers in cooperation with Yukon College in Whitehorse , Paula was the recipient of the Academic Silver Scholarship in 2017 and was on the Dean ’ s List in fall 2016 , and winter 2017 and 2018 .
Born and raised in Whitehorse , Paula earned her first degree in Physical Education and Sports Studies from the University of Alberta in 1991 . After following her passion for health , sports , and fitness , Paula came to the realization that she is a teacher at heart and that a classroom is where she is meant to be .
When the University of Regina partnered with Yukon College ( YNTEP ) to offer a Bachelor of Education After Degree program , Paula jumped at the chance to become a certified teacher , “ I am so very grateful for the opportunity to be able to get my Education Degree without having to leave my family and my Yukon home . Going back to school was a challenge at this stage of my life , but the many hands-on learning experiences at YNTEP were so valuable and the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from my amazing classmates and teachers made the experience so enjoyable and worthwhile .”
With her Bachelor ' s of Education , Paula has applied for a Yukon Teaching Certificate and looks forward to the opportunity to use her experience and education as a teacher in Whitehorse .
Victoria Howe
Saskatchewan Teachers ’ Federation ( STF ) Convocation Prize
Congratulations to Victoria Howe on receiving the Saskatchewan Teachers ’ Federation ( STF ) Convocation Prize at the Spring 2018 Convocation . The STF prize recognizes the most distinguished Faculty of Education
Victoria graduated with a Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education with Great Distinction . During her studies , she was the recipient of the Academic Silver Prize in 2016 and 2017 and she was on the Dean ’ s List in every eligible term of her program , from fall 2015 to winter 2018 .
Born and raised in Moose Jaw , Victoria attended Lindale and Caronport Elementary schools and graduated from Caronport High School . Next , Victoria studied science at the University of Alberta . However , Victoria soon realized that a career working with children would be energizing and fulfilling , so she returned to Saskatchewan to attend the University of Regina ’ s Elementary Education program .
Victoria enjoyed her years in the Elementary program immensely , in which she engaged in many meaningful learning experiences , created strong friendships , and grew greatly as an educator .
Her most memorable semester was her internship where she learned just how much teachers do for their students and just how rewarding the teaching profession can be .
Victoria ’ s love for dance and performing led her to join the Roughriders Cheer team , where she proudly continues to perform .
As for next steps , Victoria plans to substitute teach while she works on her Inclusive Education Certificate in the fall . Upon completion of that certificate , Victoria hopes to pursue her Master ' s in Educational Psychology and then find work near her hometown of Moose Jaw .
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