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The annual Principal’s Teaching and Learning Awards honour educators and staff who are advancing innovative and engaging approaches to learning for students.

This year’s nominations spanned faculties, departments, and teams from across Queen’s, reflecting a shared commitment to enriching the student learning experience.

An exceptional student learning experience is one of the university’s six strategic goals. Through new approaches to pedagogy, the thoughtful integration of technology, and the ongoing development of academic programs, educators at Queen’s are guiding students to thrive in their studies, careers, and contribute meaningfully to society.

“These awards celebrate the outstanding efforts of those who enhance and support student learning and success,” says Patrick Deane, Principal and Vice-Chancellor. “I extend my warmest congratulations to this year’s recipients and all nominees, whose work continues to respond to a changing world and helps create an exceptional and inclusive learning experience at Queen’s, shaped by connection and innovation. My thanks as well to the selection committee for their thoughtful contributions to this important process.”

The recipients of the 2026 Principal's Teaching and Learning Awards are:
 

Educational Leadership Award (in partnership with the Centre for Teaching and Learning)
Paula James, Professor, Medicine, Queen’s Health Sciences
 

Educational Innovation and Technology Award (in partnership with Information Technology Services)
VR Mineral Processing Plant Team:
Charlotte Gibson, Assistant Professor and Associate Head, Mining, and Michael Chabot, Extended Realities Developer, Engineering Teaching and Learning Team, Smith Engineering
 

Globally Engaged Innovation Award (in partnership with the Office of the Vice-Provost, Global Engagement)
Lisa Butler, Professor, Canada Research Chair in Global Health Equity, Public Health Sciences, Queen’s Health Sciences
 

Indigenous Education Award (in partnership with the Office of Indigenous Initiatives)
Danielle Lussier, Associate Professor, ����ֱ�� National Scholar, Chair in Indigenous Knowledges and Perspectives, Arts and Science

HPE 806 Course Team:
Lindsay Brant, Director, Indigenous Initiatives, St. Lawrence College
Jamaica Cass, Assistant Professor, Indigenous Health Program Director, Family Medicine, Queen’s Health Sciences
Peggy DeJong, Associate Professor, Medicine, Health Sciences
Amber Hastings Truelove, Research Development Coordinator, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Smith Engineering
Jenny Stodola, Educational Development and Instructional Designer, Office of Professional Development and Educational Scholarship, Queen’s Health Sciences
Brittany Pratt, Founder and Executive Director, Good Medicine Wellness, Wholistic Healing Centre
 

Alumni Award for Engaging Students as Partners (in partnership with the Queen’s University Alumni Association)
Not awarded this year
 

Promoting Student Inquiry Award (in partnership with Queen’s Library)
Joyce Hostyn, Adjunct Faculty Member, Geological Sciences & Geological Engineering, Arts and Science
 

A private reception for all university-wide teaching and learning awards will be held in the fall.

For more information on the Principal’s Teaching and Learning Awards, visit the Office of the Principal and Vice-Chancellor’s website.