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2023 Arbor Award Winners
The Arbor Awards are the highest honour granted by the University of Toronto to volunteers, given for sustained contributions to specific academic units—faculties or colleges, for example—or for broader contributions to the University. The awards take their name from U of T’s motto, Velut Arbor Aevo, or “May it grow as a tree through the ages.”
Meet the three 2023 Arbor winners nominated by Victoria University’s Office of Alumni Affairs & Advancement.
Townsend Haines Emm 0T7
With more than 35 years of experience in the investment industry, Townsend is an invaluable member of Victoria University’s Investment Committee. His knowledge of the academic missions of both Emmanuel College and Victoria College has also helped ensure a better student experience through strong fiscal management of the colleges’ endowments.
Stephen D. Lister Vic 8T2
Stephen has been a dedicated volunteer with Victoria University for 21 years. For the past 19, he has contributed his considerable investment expertise to the Investment Committee. His insights have helped ensure the university’s endowment yields stable returns to support its academic programs and fund student financial aid.
Jordan LoMonaco Vic 1T8
Jordan is a dedicated volunteer of the Alumni of Victoria College, having served as the AVC’s president and past president. She spearheaded the creation of the 2022 alumni survey, a tool to help the college better connect with its alumni community, and has played host to many key alumni events. Jordan has also supported students and young alumni through her involvement with Vic Ready and the Victoria University Mentorship Program.
This year’s celebration was especially significant because it also included COVID-era Arbor Award winners.
CONGRATULATIONS as well to Taya Cook (Cavanagh) Vic 0T5, Michael Orr Vic 7T1, Vania Sakelaris Vic 9T0 and Keith Thomas (Board of Regents), who won 2023 Arbor Awards for their volunteer service to other U of T divisions.
