2018 winners and shortlist

Winner: Catherine Foley

Student Support Coordinator, Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

"Catherine is an exceptional colleague who cares and supports both students and staff alike. The way she deals with students should be seen as the gold standard. She is always approachable, friendly, supportive, caring and thorough."

Sharon Manclark

Faculty Administrator, Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

"Sharon is a mine of information, knowledge and experience and is unstinting in her generosity when it comes to sharing this with others. She works incredibly hard to deliver a great service to colleagues, students and visitors to the faculty."

Andy King

Partnership and Placements Manager, Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

"Andy works tirelessly to support placements across the faculty, undertaking a huge range of activities to support students and academic colleagues in achieving employability goals. He has also been a huge support to me during a period of significant change and reduced staffing."

Winner: Michael Hill

Programme Lead - Undergraduate Programmes, Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

"Michael has made a significant contribution in his leadership of the undergraduate construction programmes in the School of the Built Environment to the point where the programmes are ranked fifth in the Building subject league table of The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide."

Clare Fitzpatrick

Head of Examinations, Directorate of Academic and Student Affairs

"Clare has repeatedly delivered outstanding flawless graduation ceremonies to countless thousands of our students and their families and friends, giving our students a fantastic final farewell and securing Oxford Brookes' reputation as an institution that puts the experience of our students first."

Faz Syed

Timetabling, Facilities and Services Officer, Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

"Faz is a great example of confidence in action. He has revolutionised the effectiveness of faculty timetabling in TDE, and 'made it his own' through establishing clear, straightforward processes and getting colleagues on board with his self-assured approach."

Winner: Emily Warwick

Evaluation and Policy Officer, UK Recruitment and Partnerships, Directorate of Marketing and Communications

"Emily's commitment to making internal and external connections is transforming the way the team, and the institution, use evidence and data."

Wendy Smith

Head of UK Partnerships, UK Recruitment and Partnerships, Directorate of Marketing and Communications

"Wendy has made an outstanding contribution to the University through her work to support and champion our Degree Apprenticeship (DA) offer. Her work to develop strategy, organisational capability and supporting infrastructure has been transformative, and enabled faculties to launch new DA programmes."

Suzanne Mowat

Head of International Student Recruitment, Directorate of Marketing and Communications

"Suzanne’s contribution she makes an immeasurable value to the success of OBI not only in recruitment but in our global reputation."

Winner: Amanda Belz

Assistant Head Chef Trainer, Oxford Brookes Business School

"Over the last 21 years Amanda has given 100% in her role. She is driven by her own motivation, passionate about food and the development of our students. Amanda has been inspirational in the development of Brookes Restaurant Cookery & Wine School."

Dana Rock

Marketing and Communications Manager, Accommodation Bureau

"Dana created an inspiring campaign last summer, #helloBrookes, aimed at those who were about to become students here. The campaign was a huge success due to Dana's inventiveness, ability to gain the trust of others, and her sheer hard work. She also made working on the campaign a lot of fun!"

Ash Holmes

IT and AV Support Officer, IT Services

"Ash is a highly motivated individual committed to providing an excellent service to staff and students, and providing excellently maintained IT & AV equipment to support teaching and learning across the University. Ash has the ability to identify low cost opportunities for Brookes hire."

Winner: Bruce John Riddoch

Senior Lecturer in Animal Biology and Conservation, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

"Extremely hard working, reliable, dependable, fun and generous. One of my favourite persons in the world!"

Ruth Collins

Academic Administration Manager, Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment

"Ruth is a remarkable colleague - professional, calm and assured, she combines determination, high standards and clear leadership with kindness, patience and positivity. She is a pleasure to work with and an impressive ambassador for our faculty across the University."

Sarah Warwick

Post and Distribution Manager, Directorate of Marketing and Communications

"Sarah has an incredible, positive ‘can do' approach to everything she does, finds creative ways to get things done and just makes things happen."

Winner: Maggie Maguire

Community Engagement Officer, Directorate of Marketing and Communications

"I can't think of anyone more worthy of the Brookes Award than Maggie. When Maggie believes in a cause she will do everything in her power to support them at Brookes and beyond. Maggie's efforts create lasting partnerships that benefit the community, the University and all that support her endeavours."

Anne Osterrieder

Senior Lecturer in Biology and Science Communication, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

"Anne is a charismatic, innovative, dedicated and determined leader of Brookes public engagement activities and has been for a number of years."

Martina Adamcikova

Alumni Engagement Officer, Directorate of Marketing and Communications

"Martina is generous with her time, seeking out opportunities to make life better for others at Brookes and beyond. She brings people together to foster an awareness of human rights and manages to devote herself to the study of these issues alongside her work."