The Student Systems Renewal Program (SSRP) is a pivotal initiative at York University, transforming processes and delivering technologies that will improve the student experience while ensuring staff and faculty have the tools they need to effectively do their work. As an intricate, multi-year initiative, there are many people working to bring these enhancements to the York community. In the SSRP’s new “I am the Change” profile series, we’ll spotlight the individuals behind the scenes of the transformation while shedding light on their unique personalities and experiences that contribute to the changes the program is bringing to York. Join us as we explore the human side of the SSRP!
To kick things off, we’re getting to know the bubbly personality leading the program – meet Marie Limanni, the SSRP’s Executive Director, who’s not just running the show but doing it with beaming enthusiasm and contagious positivity. Anyone who knows Marie will say that she’s the heart and soul of the SSRP, always ready with the most perfect GIF to share, a (virtual) high-five and an eagerness to hear what everyone’s thinking. Whenever she has the opportunity, she is quick to celebrate the program as a team effort and motivate everyone around her to be the very best versions of themselves.
Having joined York in March 2020, Marie continuously leads with both her heart and her head. She wholeheartedly backs all SSRP team members, offering unwavering support in tackling challenges, finding creative solutions, and navigating tough decisions. Projects like the SSRP aren’t without their challenges, and it’s important to have a leader who encourages their teams to learn and grow with a positive mindset, like Marie. While she’s not usually one to take the spotlight, she was convinced to make an exception to start the interviews that will reveal more about the people working behind the scenes.
Marie’s infectious energy is like a burst of confetti in what can sometimes be a serious world of program management. She sees the big picture of the SSRP and she can’t wait to deliver all it has to offer to students, faculty and staff and begin to see the impacts each project has on the community. As we start this series to showcase some of the vibrant personalities powering the SSRP, we’re reminded that the essence and culture of York is shaped by individuals. The passion and expertise behind the SSRP are the driving forces in delivering the best results. Stay tuned for more team profiles coming soon. For more information on the program, visit yorku.ca/ssrp or email ssrp@yorku.ca