“What do you want to do about it? How can I help?”
Twelve words back in 2020 were all it took for University Librarian Vivan Lewis to realize that she was going to enjoy working with McMaster’s new provost.
In her first meeting with newly appointed Provost Susan Tighe, after Lewis described grappling with a thorny problem at the height of pandemic lockdowns, Tighe cut to the chase and offered support, all in one.
Lewis shared the story this week at a campus event honouring Tighe’s service as provost. On July 1, Tighe will step into her new role as McMaster’s ninth president and vice-chancellor, succeeding President David Farrar, who will refocus on his academic and research work.
Several other university leaders and community members shared anecdotes and tributes to Tighe at the event. Here are some highlights in photos from the day.
McMaster leaders and community members shared their good wishes on oversized commemorative poster boards set up at the event. Seen here, Dina Brooks, left, and John Kelton.
From left: Provost Susan Tighe, Betty Julian and Mary Reid, both from the McMaster Museum of Art.
Provost Susan Tighe with Professor Bhagwati Gupta
Provost Susan Tighe with incoming Vice-President (Research) Gianni Parise.
Acting Provost Jeremiah Hurley and incoming provost Maureen MacDonald.
Professor Susan Denburg and Vice-Provost (International) Bonny Ibhawoh.
Professor Emerita Dawn Martin-Hill and DeGroote School of Business Dean Khaled Hassanein.
Professor Susan Denburg hugs incoming provost Maureen MacDonald
Attendees included deans, other seniors leaders and community members.
Dean of Engineering Heather Sheardown paid tribute to Susan Tighe, a fellow engineer, in her remarks.
Vice-Provost (Operations and Finance) Saher Fazilat shared many an anecdote about Provost Tighe in her remarks.