SAF professors recognized for excellence in service and research with 2025 Arts Awards

Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Krista Fiolleau, recipient of Arts Award for Excellence in Research

Krista Fiolleau

Congratulations to Dr. Krista Fiolleau, professor at the School of Accounting and Finance (SAF) and director of the Centre for Accounting Ethics, for receiving a 2025 Arts Award for Excellence in Research.Ìý

¹ó¾±´Ç±ô±ô±ð²¹³Ü’s research focuses on accounting ethics and the auditor’s use of accounting information in decision-making. She recently co-led a study examining how automation is transforming the role of junior auditors, enabling them to engage in more meaningful and impactful work.Ìý

This award recognizes exceptional research contributions published over the past five years. ¹ó¾±´Ç±ô±ô±ð²¹³Ü’s studies have significantly influenced her field and SAF continues to adapt its curriculum to reflect her research findings.Ìý

James Thompson, recipient of Arts Award for Excellence in Service

James Thompson

Congratulations to Dr. James Thompson, SAF professor and co-director of the Computing and Financial Management program, for receiving a 2025 Arts Award for Excellence in Service.Ìý

Thompson is deeply passionate about corporate finance and is committed to guiding his students toward success. His dedication to the broader business community is equally inspiring — his research has informed the teachings of numerous universities and financial institutions.ÌýÌý

This award honours individuals who have demonstrated exemplary service and leadership in their field over the past five years. °Õ³ó´Ç³¾±è²õ´Ç²Ô’s evident devotion to his work and students has left a lasting mark on the SAF community.ÌýÌý

Please join us in congratulating professors Fiolleau and Thompson on these outstanding achievements!Ìý

The awards will be presented this fall at the Celebration of Arts event. Recipients are selected by the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Alexie Tcheuyap, and the Arts Honours and Awards committee.Ìý