Vera Pezer
Encyclopedia
Vera Pezer, BA
, MA
, PhD (born 13 January 1939) is the current Chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan
. A sports enthusiast, Pezer is a Canadian softball champion, golfing contender, and curling champion. She has been inducted into both the Saskatchewan Sports Halls of Fame and the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame
.
. She received her BA
in English in 1962 from the University of Saskatchewan
. Continuing on, she received her MA
in 1964 and her PhD in sports psychology as of 1977.
associate vice-president of Student Affairs and Services. In other capacities on campus, she has been director of Student Counselling (1978), assistant professor of Psychology and assistant dean of the College of Arts and Science (1978 and 1981). In 2007, Pezer, Peter Zakreski, Gary Carlson and Judy Buzowetsky were candidates for the 2007 position of Chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan. As of July 1, 2007, Pezer was elected Chancellor.
Pezer was involved in the very first Battle of the Sexes
in curling, in which she defeated Orest Meleschuk
's team. http://archives.cbc.ca/sports/curling/clips/2829/
After her curling career, Pezer was a curling analyst for TSN
.
neighborhood roads honour famous athletes. The University of Saskatchewan Board of Governors appointed Pezer to the status of Associate Vice-President, Student Affairs and Services Emerita. In 2006, Pezer was honoured with a Saskatchewan Centennial Medal, and received the University of Saskatchewan Alumni Award of Achievement in 2002.
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Arts , from the Latin artium baccalaureus, is a bachelor's degree awarded for an undergraduate course or program in either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both...
, MA
Master of Arts (postgraduate)
A Master of Arts from the Latin Magister Artium, is a type of Master's degree awarded by universities in many countries. The M.A. is usually contrasted with the M.S. or M.Sc. degrees...
, PhD (born 13 January 1939) is the current Chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan is a Canadian public research university, founded in 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. An "Act to establish and incorporate a University for the Province of Saskatchewan" was passed by the...
. A sports enthusiast, Pezer is a Canadian softball champion, golfing contender, and curling champion. She has been inducted into both the Saskatchewan Sports Halls of Fame and the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame
Canadian Curling Hall of Fame
The Canadian Curling Hall of Fame was established with its first inductees in 1973. It is operated by the Canadian Curling Association in Orleans, Ontario....
.
Education
Pezer attended school in MeskanawMeskanaw, Saskatchewan
Meskanaw is a small community south west of Melfort, Saskatchewan. Meskanaw is the Cree word for trail or road.The community, an organized hamlet with the status of designated place, had a population of 18 in the Canada 2006 Census.-References:...
. She received her BA
Bachelor of Arts
A Bachelor of Arts , from the Latin artium baccalaureus, is a bachelor's degree awarded for an undergraduate course or program in either the liberal arts, the sciences, or both...
in English in 1962 from the University of Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan is a Canadian public research university, founded in 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. An "Act to establish and incorporate a University for the Province of Saskatchewan" was passed by the...
. Continuing on, she received her MA
Master of Arts (postgraduate)
A Master of Arts from the Latin Magister Artium, is a type of Master's degree awarded by universities in many countries. The M.A. is usually contrasted with the M.S. or M.Sc. degrees...
in 1964 and her PhD in sports psychology as of 1977.
Career at the University of Saskatchewan
From 1991 to 2001, Pezer served as the University of SaskatchewanUniversity of Saskatchewan
The University of Saskatchewan is a Canadian public research university, founded in 1907, and located on the east side of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. An "Act to establish and incorporate a University for the Province of Saskatchewan" was passed by the...
associate vice-president of Student Affairs and Services. In other capacities on campus, she has been director of Student Counselling (1978), assistant professor of Psychology and assistant dean of the College of Arts and Science (1978 and 1981). In 2007, Pezer, Peter Zakreski, Gary Carlson and Judy Buzowetsky were candidates for the 2007 position of Chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan. As of July 1, 2007, Pezer was elected Chancellor.
Community service
Pezer has also served the local community as chair of the Board of Directors for Saskatchewan Place, 1989 Brier Ceremonies and 1989 Jeux Canada Games Foundation. She also served as board member for several agencies such as the Saskatoon Housing Coalition, Leisure Services Advisory (City of Saskatoon), University of Saskatchewan Huskie Athletic Endowment Fund, and Waskesiu Golf Course. Additionally, she was the Education representative on the Certified General Accountants of Saskatchewan Board. Pezer has held several volunteer positions in Saskatoon; among these are for the Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners, Saskatchewan Centennial Gala, Hope Cancer Race for Recovery, Saskatoon Housing Coalition, and the YWCA. She also held the position of Director of the 1991 Scott Tournament of Hearts.Curling
She is a four-time Canadian Women's curling champion. Pezer has also served as Sport Psychologist to the Canadian Curling Teams in two Olympic Games. Pezer's curling team has been inducted into the Canadian Curling Hall of Fame in 1976, the Saskatchewan Hall of Fame in 1982 and the Saskatoon Hall of Fame in 1990. In 1975, Pezer coached the Canadian Junior Curling Championship rink.Pezer was involved in the very first Battle of the Sexes
Battle of the sexes
-Films:*The Battle of the Sexes , American film directed by D. W. Griffith*The Battle of the Sexes , American remake of the above, also directed by D. W. Griffith...
in curling, in which she defeated Orest Meleschuk
Orest Meleschuk
Orest Meleschuk is a former Canadian curler. He was one of Manitoba's best curlers during the 1960s and 70's and has won a number of championships and major bonspiels...
's team. http://archives.cbc.ca/sports/curling/clips/2829/
After her curling career, Pezer was a curling analyst for TSN
The Sports Network
The Sports Network, commonly abbreviated as TSN, is a Canadian English language Category C specialty channel and is Canada's leading English language sports TV channel. TSN premiered in 1984, in the first group of Canadian specialty cable channels...
.
| Tournament | Winning Locale | Winning Team |
|---|---|---|
| anadian Ladies Curling Association Championship | ||
| 1969 |  SaskatchewanSaskatchewan Saskatchewan is a prairie province in Canada, which has an area of . Saskatchewan is bordered on the west by Alberta, on the north by the Northwest Territories, on the east by Manitoba, and on the south by the U.S. states of Montana and North Dakota.... |
Joyce McKee Joyce McKee Joyce McKee is a Canadian curler from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She is a five time Canadian champion.McKee won her very first provincial title as a skip in 1954, before the creation of a Canadian women's championship. She won again in 1960, earning the right to play at the Western Canada women's... , Vera Pezer, Lenore Morrison, Jennifer Falk |
| 1971 |  Saskatchewan |
Vera Pezer, Sheila Rowan, Joyce McKee Joyce McKee Joyce McKee is a Canadian curler from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She is a five time Canadian champion.McKee won her very first provincial title as a skip in 1954, before the creation of a Canadian women's championship. She won again in 1960, earning the right to play at the Western Canada women's... , Lenore Morrison |
| acdonald Lassies Championship | ||
| 1972 | Saskatchewan |
Vera Pezer, Sheila Rowan, Joyce McKee Joyce McKee Joyce McKee is a Canadian curler from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She is a five time Canadian champion.McKee won her very first provincial title as a skip in 1954, before the creation of a Canadian women's championship. She won again in 1960, earning the right to play at the Western Canada women's... , Lenore Morrison |
| 1973 | Saskatchewan |
Vera Pezer, Sheila Rowan, Joyce McKee Joyce McKee Joyce McKee is a Canadian curler from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She is a five time Canadian champion.McKee won her very first provincial title as a skip in 1954, before the creation of a Canadian women's championship. She won again in 1960, earning the right to play at the Western Canada women's... , Lenore Morrison |
Fastball
Pezer was a member of the Saskatoon Imperials which rose to national fastball championships in 1969 and 1970.Publications
Pezer has published The Stone Age: A Social History of Curling in the Prairies 2003 and "Smart Curling" in 2007.Other awards
Pezer Crescent, Court, Cove and Lane honours the accomplishments of Pezer, curling skip who won three consecutive Canadian ladies curling championships. SilverspringSilverspring, Saskatoon
Silverspring is a residential neighbourhood located in northeast Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. It is a typical suburban subdivision, composed mostly of low-density, single detached houses. As of 2007, the area is home to 4,936 residents...
neighborhood roads honour famous athletes. The University of Saskatchewan Board of Governors appointed Pezer to the status of Associate Vice-President, Student Affairs and Services Emerita. In 2006, Pezer was honoured with a Saskatchewan Centennial Medal, and received the University of Saskatchewan Alumni Award of Achievement in 2002.