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Dr. Theresa Rajack-Talley presents Juliette Thomas with an award certificate for sharing her artistic talents with the university community (Photo Danny Abriel)

Juliette Thomas, dental assistant and clinic co-ordinator in the Faculty of Dentistry's outreach clinic at Nelson Whynder Elementary School in North Preston, was one of several staff, faculty, and students to receive awards for sharing their artistic talents with the community.

The awards presentation was part of Dal's flagship event for African Heritage Month, held on February 12 in the Sculpture Court of the Dalhousie Arts Centre.

Dr. Theresa Rajack-Talley, vice-provost of equity and inclusion, presented Juliette with her award. Juliette is known for working in several art forms, including painting, pottery, and jewellery-making.

Who was Nelson Whynder?
Nelson Whynder (1864-1939) donated the land for the first school in North Preston. The current Nelson Whynder Elementary, built in 1960, is the third school to be built on the property. A plaque in the school commemorates him.

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