The Governor General Gold Medal is awarded annually to the student with the highest academic standing graduating from a master’s or doctoral program. Those who have worked with the newly minted Dr. Melanie Dickie will not be surprised to hear her PhD research at University of British Columbia–Okanagan received this ultimate accolade. They would also not be surprised that she manages to be a Swiftie even when discussing her research journey.

Congratulations Dr. Dickie!