Board member bios

Tina Siebert — President

Program(s):
Bachelor of Applied Justice Studies 2004

Current employment:
Supervisor/Community Peace Officer, Calgary Transit Public Safety & Enforcement.

Past employment:
Calgary Correctional Center

Since graduating, I have been an a passionate volunteer within the community serving with a Youth Justice Committee, mentoring at the Calgary Young Offenders Center, and more recently assisting in the development of a Prison Ministry program. In an effort to continue my education, I recently completed the Conflict Resolution Certificate at MRC. In my spare time I enjoy reading, traveling, and playing ice hockey.

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 John Lee — Vice-President

Program(s):
Justice Administration Certificate, 1982

I have been employed with the Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security department for 30 years. During this time, I have worked at the old and new Remand Centres and the Bow River Youth Centre. I have worked as a Correctional Peace Officer, Caseworker, Youth Worker and as Acting Director of Programs. In 1996, I was seconded to assist in developing the Calgary Attendance Centre where I remain as the Senior Probation Officer. I am also a departmental trainer in Risk Assessment under the supervision of Orbis Partners and a First Aid Instructor for the Red Cross.

I am married and have enjoyed traveling to many countries and love all aspects of the outdoors. I enjoy learning and can be found taking courses at various institutions every year.

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 Matt Zazula — Treasurer

Program(s):
Justice Administration Diploma (Police Science), 1982

Upon graduating, I began full time employment with the Alberta Highway Patrol. Through various Alberta government reorganizations and restructuring, that organization is now known as Alberta Commercial Vehicle Enforcement. I have worked for the government of Alberta since 1982.

I have worked in several regions of Alberta, including Fort Saskatchewan, High Level, Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, Lethbridge, and most recently in High River. I currently hold the position of Regional Superintendent. I am married, and enjoy traveling and all aspects of the outdoors.

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 Joan Peters — Secretary

Program:
Diploma in Police Sciences, President's Honour Roll, 1978
Business Entrepreneurship Certificate, MRC, 2004
completed Adult Educator Seminar Series, MRC 2005

I joined Edmonton PD on graduating; years later, I went to the RCMP. I particularly enjoyed traffic duties, and highway patrol. Women in policing was not as common then as now. I dispatched Calgary Police Service for five years. I then went to a transportation company as their safety officer. I returned to policing with Alberta Solicitor General, Court and Prisoner Services (now Sheriffs), and was the lead driving instructor, among other duties. I now operate a driver training company specializing in corporate and fleet services. More information about the work I do can be found on www.petersed.com.

I am married with two grown children. I was a Scout leader for 4 years, coached various sports, and chaired the high school Music Parents' Association. I currently do volunteer work with seniors. Some of my fiction has been read on CBC radio. I like outdoor activities and find immense gratification when I can teach someone a new skill.

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 Melissa Pickett— Director-at-Large

Program(s):
Applied Justice Studies 2005

I plan on obtaining my Master's in the near future if I can ever focus on one area instead of wanting to do everything.

Current employment:
Sexual Assault Worker at Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse, the local sexual assault centre.

Past employment:
Counsellor in treatment centre for juvenile sex offenders, guard for RCMP detachment, youth worker.

Volunteer:
Volunteering is something I really enjoy and unfortunately, something I only do sporadically. My most recent volunteering positions include: Wood's Homes — Exit Van — a service providing harm reduction in Costa Rica — working in the Social Service field (and going to Spanish school).

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 Patrick Lam  — Director–at-Large

 Program(s):
Criminology 1996
University of Regina - Human Justice Degree 1996

For his final semester, Patrick joined the Calgary Crown Prosecutor's Office for his practicum requirement and was mentored by Mr. Jonathan W. Hak, Q.C. During his practicum, Mr Hak demonstrated the skill sets of being a professional in the workplace, working hard within strong ethical guidelines and showing compassion and empathy to others, in and out, of the justice system.

Employment:
After graduation, Patrick entered the field of Private Investigation. Patrick continued to work in the investigation field and learned the skills necessary to make it in an industry dominated by retired police officers.

In 2001, Patrick opened his own agency, Prime Investigations Ltd. www.primepl.ca

To date, Patrick continues to operate his private investigation agency and has gained a solid reputation of providing to his clients a high level of professionalism, ethical work and empathetic understanding towards their concerns.

Volunteer/Donation:
In 2011, Prime Investigations Ltd. pledged a 10 year commitment to Mount Royal University and started an annual bursary award for students in the Criminal Justice program.

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 Dustan Byrnes— Director–at-Large

Program(s):
Applied Justice Studies 2006

Current employment:
Currently working as an Alberta Peace Officer & Investigator.

Past employment:
Previously worked in forensic document examination and completed work as an Investigator and Peace Officer for the Alberta Governments' Special Investigations Unit.

Dustan has completed various training programs related to multiple fields of policing and has a passion for the job. Outside of work, Dustan loves to play in his band, enjoys camping, any outdoor activities and traveling.

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 Jessica Wood — Director–at-Large

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 Dawn Rault —  Director–at-Large/Justice Faculty representative

Program:
Criminology Diploma: 1998

I graduated from Mount Royal with a diploma in criminology and continued my undergraduate studies at the University College of the Fraser Valley. I completed my MA in human security and peace building at Royal Roads University in 2006. In recent years, I have worked with the Canadian Red Cross, the City of Calgary, and Calgary Police Service and in Costa Rica as a project manager.

I am currently working on several research projects in collaboration with the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary and with AIDS Calgary. My specialization includes working with street-involved youth and HIV prevention education. In the Department of Justice Studies, I teach courses related to research methods, young people in conflict with the law, interviewing and intro theory.

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 Gabriella Fialkow —- Director-at-Large/Student representative

Program:
This is my first year in the Criminal Justice program at Mount Royal. I have not decided yet what I would like to do once I finish my program. Since starting at Mount Royal though, I have learned a lot about different opportunities and different  specialty areas.

Current employment:
I applied for the summer Student Border Services job and I am exploring that option. Currently, I am working at the Disney store in Southcentre mall. I also like to volunteer, read, and participate in recreational sports. I am always looking for new volunteer and learning opportunities. The only difficulty I have is finding the time to do everything I would like to.

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 Laura Velasquez —- Director-at-Large/Student representative

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 Mignon Robles—- Director-at-Large/Student representative

I am a first year Criminal Justice student. I have been
a student in Mount Royal University for three years now, two years of
which I was in the business program.

I found out that business was not something I would pursue as a career and gravitated towards the Criminal Justice program. I've always wanted to become a lawyer, and thought it would be a great start towards that goal. I like to volunteer in and around the city. I've helped out in the library, at my old schools, and with Big Brothers Big Sisters Calgary.

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 Bronson Ha  —- Director-at-Large/Student representative

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