AWARDS
Medical Scientists Dominate
Awards for Excellence
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mid COVID-19 conditions that tested employees’ resilience and their level of engagement, many adapted to new work settings and persevered diligently. Seemingly undaunted by challenging remote work and social distancing impositions, they demonstrated a high level of commitment and performance. This led companies and other institutions to seek innovative ways to salute star performers and stalwarts who seemed in danger of forfeiting their deserved recognition because social gathering restrictions prohibited the hosting of celebratory events. Unable to host its 2021 staff recognition ceremony, as had taken place in 2020 under strict COVID-19 protocols, Cave Hill invoked its innovative spirit to show appreciation to worthy staff in an unprecedented manner. The Annual Staff Awards and Retirees Ceremony celebration transitioned online via an electronic brochure which highlighted over 100 employees of merit, honouring them
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for outstanding performance and dedicated service. Among those taking the spotlight were six who copped the apex Principal’s Award for Excellence. They included four academics from the Faculty of Medical Sciences (FMS) and two employees from the Administrative, Technical and Service staff category. Special recognition for Outstanding Research Accomplishments went to Dr. Madhuvanti Mahadeo Murphy, Deputy Dean, Research and Graduate Studies; and Dr. Nkemcho Ojeh, Senior Lecturer in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Genetics. Dr. Michael Campbell, Senior Lecturer in Behavioural Science and Clinical Psychology; and Dr. Kim Quimby, Senior Lecturer in Immunology at the George Alleyne Chronic Disease Research Centre were saluted for Outstanding Service to the Campus and University Community as well as Outstanding Contribution to Public Service. Rounding out the elite honourees were Mrs. Kay Davis and Mr. Jevon Seale who were recognised for Outstanding Service to the Campus Community.
