Greg McJannet honoured with International Engagement Service Award

Greg McJannet (BEd'96) has made significant contributions to broadening international opportunities for both faculty and students in the College of Education. His leadership in establishing study abroad programs and international practicums has provided invaluable global perspectives to undergraduate students. Notably, McJannet has facilitated partnerships with institutions in China, Thailand, Chile, and Ukraine, enriching the educational journeys of numerous participants. Under his coordination, multiple undergraduate students participated in international practicums in Dalian, China. McJannet developed a partnership in Bangkok, Thailand prior to the pandemic and the undergraduate programs office was able to send ten students on an international practicum.

Internationalization is evident across his scholarly work. A student in the EdD program in the Department of Educational Administration, McJannet's ongoing doctoral research focuses on the internationalization processes at USask, aiming to advance the university's research endeavors on a global stage. By analyzing existing practices and proposing improvements, McJannet seeks to enhance USask's capacity to support its Blueprint 2025 goals. His research on how post-secondary institutions in Canada can strengthen programs to support internationalization is a testament to his commitment to increasing the university's global impact.

McJannet's proactive approach has been instrumental in establishing significant international partnerships. He has successfully negotiated agreements with institutions like the British Columbia School of Thailand and Universidad Católica del Maule in Chile. These partnerships have led to meaningful collaborations in education and research, including short-term programs for Chilean teachers to visit and learn at USask. His recent receipt of the John Ranton McIntosh grant enabled him to attend the Interleader event in Costa Rica, further expanding USask's international network.

McJannet's vision and dedication have been recognized through various awards and nominations. He has been a recent recipient of the Global Ambassador Travel grant, and he has played a central role in several international projects. His assistance in initiatives like the Saskatchewan-Ternopil English Language Education and Teacher Training Project exemplifies his ability to create impactful international programs. His work has not only elevated the university's global presence but also fostered lasting relationships and partnerships.

“Greg is most deserving of this award as a strong champion of internationalization, and has contributed to elevating SELU, the College of Education and the University of Saskatchewan’s international profile,” shared Dr. Vicki Squires (PhD), associate dean of research, graduate support, and international initiatives at the College of Education and SELU’s director. “In organizing and facilitating all these international exchanges, Greg has shown strengths in engaging in international capacity building and service, and the promotion of global citizenship within our USask community and with partners around the world.”

The 2024 Staff and Faculty Awards were presented in a reception on June 18 at the University of Saskatchewan. 

Article originally published at https://education.usask.ca