Emil Frind (CivE 6T6, MASc 6T7, PhD 7T1)
Engineering Alumni Hall of Distinction Award
Given to alumni, selected by their peers, for lifelong achievement
Emil Frind’s background in engineering combined with his interest in water resources put him on the leading edge of the emerging field of quantitative groundwater science. In 1971, he joined the University of Waterloo’s Department of Earth Sciences as a core member of its newly established groundwater group. Most recently, Frind collaborated with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo in developing a strategy for the sustainable use of local groundwater as a drinking water source, saving the Region’s taxpayers the billion-dollar cost of a Great Lakes pipeline. Frind remains active as a distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Waterloo.
Christopher Hinde (CivE 5T0, MASc 5T3)
Malcolm F. McGrath Alumni Achievement Award
Recognizing contributions to the Faculty or University
Christopher “Chris” Hinde has played an active role as a member and secretary-treasurer of the 5T0 Engineering Alumni Committee for more than 60 years. Hinde was also Co-Chair of the Ajax Remembered Campaign, which raised $400,000 towards the construction of teh Ajax House. He later assisted in the creation of the 5T0 Leadership Award and is an active promoter and participant in the monthly Skule Lunch & Learn speaker series.
Suneet Singh Tuli (CivE 9T0)
2T5 Mid-Career Achievement Award
Attained industry respect within 25 years of graduation
Suneet Singh Tuli is the Co-Founder and CEO of DataWind Inc., with a mission of bridging the digital divide by breaking the affordability barrier. In 2012, Forbes magazine recognized Tuli in its “Impact 15″ list, a group of education innovators using technology to revolutionize the classroom. With 25 years of experience as a serial entrepreneur, DataWind’s TSX listing represents the third IPO of his career, and was recognized by the MIT Technology Review as among the world’s 50 smartest companies in 2013.
Haruna Monri (CivE 1T4 + PEY)
L.E. (Ted) Jones Award of Distinction
Honours students with love for the arts and music
Haruna Monri was a member of the Skule Orchestra in her first year and quickly expanded her involvement, becoming first violinist in the Hart House Orchestra, the Iron Strings Quartet and the Skule Nite Band. She also brought music to the wider U of T community by performing with the Appassionata Music Group at charity events held by various clubs on campus, and at Engineering Faculty and departmental events. Monri was also deeply involved with various school clubs and associations, and earned Dean’s List recognition throughout her degree.