CanadaSA国际影视传媒檚 first Inuk heart surgeon Donna May Kimmaliardjuk received the One to Watch Award at the QueenSA国际影视传媒檚 University Alumni Association Awards Gala April 6, one of 11 awards given to outstanding graduates.
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Before moving on to the University of Calgary, where she attained her medical degree, Kimmaliardjuk earned her bachelor of science degree at QueenSA国际影视传媒檚 University in 2011.
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During her time at QueenSA国际影视传媒檚, Kimmaliardjuk served as president of the QueenSA国际影视传媒檚 Native Students Association.
Kimmaliardjuk is now in her fifth year of six in a residency at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
The One to Watch award is presented annually to a recent alumnus/alumna, fewer than 10 years out of either an undergraduate or graduate program, who is making significant contributions in their field of endeavour, setting an example for future QueenSA国际影视传媒檚 alumni to follow, according to the association.
Kimmaliardjuk previously received the youth Indspire award in 2017, and she is quoted as saying, SA国际影视传媒淗arness inspiration to shape your dreams. Pursue education to bring your dreams into focus. Use your dedication, passion, and the support of others to bring your dreams within reach.SA国际影视传媒�
Though raised and schooled in the south, Kimmaliardjuk has family in several Nunavut communities, including Chesterfield Inlet and Rankin Inlet, among others.
