Dr. Marilyn Hubner receives the President’s Award at the American Society of Safety Professionals conference
The University of Fredericton (UFred) congratulates Dr. Marilyn Hubner on receiving the President’s Award at the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) conference for her work in transforming ASSP’s Leadership Conference into a year-round program that engages and empowers their society’s leaders to better meet the needs of its members.
Dr. Hubner is a faculty member at UFred’s School of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), where she combines her extensive experience in safety consulting and systems development with her expertise as an adult educator, focusing on the design, development, and delivery of workplace training interventions.
The ASSP Leadership Conference is an event that fosters learning, networking, and community for professionals in the occupational health and safety (OHS) industry. Organized by safety professionals for safety professionals, the conference aims to bring innovation, education, and connection to the profession, with the ultimate goal of improving workplace safety.
For Dr. Hubner, the ASSP Leadership Conference is more than just a series of events. “It's a platform for growth, learning, and connection,” she states. “It allows leaders from diverse backgrounds to come together, share knowledge, and enhance their skills. For me, being involved in this conference is deeply rewarding. It's an opportunity to learn from others, share my experiences, and help create engaging and meaningful events for our community.”
She adds, “It is incredibly gratifying to be recognized for my contributions, particularly when the work itself is so fulfilling. I view this award as a reflection of the collaborative effort and shared commitment to excellence within the ASSP community.”
Looking forward: Adaptive Learning program
As Dr. Hubner continues to seek ways to enhance the safety industry, she is currently working on promoting an adaptive learning program in Australia. She believes this program has significant potential for safety training globally, including in North America. She states, “This program is unique in that it adapts to the learner's current knowledge and evolves to meet their specific needs. I'm keen to see it adopted widely, as it offers a more personalized and effective approach to learning in the field of safety.