The two Vice-Rectors and the Secretary General are appointed by the Superior of the Notre-Dame-du-Cap Province of the Congregation of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate with the approval of that organization’s council, on the recommendation of the Rector of the University after consultation with the members of the Senate and with the approval of the Council of Administration.
Role
The Vice-Rector, Academic and Research works closely with the Deans to set the University’s broad academic directions, design and regularly evaluate programs, recruit and retain professors, and establish student-recruitment strategies.
The Vice-Rector, Academic and Research oversees the University’s four faculties and their programs and schools, and the Library. The portfolio also includes several academic initiatives and services designed to help students make the most of their university experience and to guide professors in their academic pursuits.
Biography
Jean-Marc Barrette was born in 1964 in Lorrainville, in Quebec’s Témiscamingue region. After studying pure science at the Collège de l’Abitibi-Témiscamingue, he completed a BA, an MA and a PhD (1995) in French literature at the University of Ottawa. In addition to a number of scientific papers, he has published several books: Le Soleil de Pierre (a novel, Vents d’Ouest, 2001, 222 p.), L’Univers de Michel Tremblay: dictionnaire des personnages (Presses de l’Université de Montréal, 1996, 544 p.), and Index numérique et descriptif du fonds François-Xavier-Garneau (Centre de recherche en civilisation canadienne-française [CRCCF], 1995, xx-115 p.). He also coedited Hommage aux Premiers Prix du Concours provincial de français de l’Ontario – depuis 1938 (1992, 112 p.).
He first worked as a part-time instructor at the Collège de l’Outaouais, then at the University of Ottawa and the Université du Québec en Abitibi-Témiscamingue. He moved on to become news director for a regional weekly, then in 1999 was recruited by the Faculty of Arts at the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) to head research development. In late 2004 he was appointed executive assistant to uOttawa’s Vice-President Academic and Provost, where his duties included strategic academic planning. He was appointed Vice-Rector, Academic and Research at Saint Paul University in 2011.
Role
The Vice-Rector, Administration is the financial and administrative director of Saint Paul University. As such, he oversees the management of the human, financial and material resources the University needs to carry out its mission, and ensures that members of the University community have access to the services and resources they need to make the most of their university experience. The Vice-Rector, Administration is responsible for SPU’s Financial Services, Human Resources, Campus Services, Computer and Distance Education Services, and Food and Conference Services.
Biography
Carole Audet holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce (H.BCom) with a concentration in human resources and marketing. She is certified as a Human Resources Leader in Ontario (CHRL) and Quebec (CRHA). She also holds certificates in leadership, human resources, alternative dispute resolution, health and safety and customer service.
Ms. Audet is an accomplished bilingual change agent. She has held various positions throughout her career at different levels and in different sectors, including the last two years as Associate Vice-Rector, Talent Diversity and Culture at Saint Paul University. A seasoned and successful leader with a proven track record in producing, presenting and managing the implementation of innovative solutions, she demonstrates refined analytical skills, enabling her to solve multiple and complex operational problems.
She has successfully completed numerous projects over the years:
Role
The Secretary General has primary responsibility for the governance of Saint Paul University, including secretarial services necessary for the proper functioning of the Senate, the Board of Governors, and their respective committees. In this regard, the Secretary General ensures the integrity and dissemination of the decisions of the various regulatory bodies, as well as taking responsibility for the University’s administrative archives. The Secretary General leads the Pastoral Services, the Alumni and Development Office, and the Indigenous Initiatives Service,
In addition to ensuring compliance with the Charters and Statutes of Saint Paul University, the Secretary General ensures the protection of the institution’s rights through rigorous monitoring and updating of its policies and regulations in accordance with applicable laws. This includes certifying all official documents issued by the University, apart from transcripts, and ensures the smooth running of institutional events, particularly the Convocation.
Role
Isabelle Daoust is a seasoned leader with more than 30 years of experience in law, government, public policy, communications, and humanitarian work. She has held senior leadership roles including Deputy Chief Executive at the Canadian Bar Association, Senior Advisor and Chief of Staff to federal cabinet ministers, and Director General at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Isabelle also spent nearly two decades with the Red Cross, working internationally and serving vulnerable communities across three continents.
An executive coach, she is deeply committed to mentorship and community service. She volunteers as a mentor, supporting emerging leaders and sharing her experience to help them realize their full potential.