Norman Rosenblum Award

About

The Norman Rosenblum Award for Excellence in Mentorship in the MD/PhD Program was established in 2018 in recognition of Dr. Norman Rosenblum’s tenure as Associate Dean, Physician Scientist Training in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto and his outstanding contributions to mentoring of MD/PhD students. The award recognizes faculty members, residents, or members of administrative staff who exhibit an exemplary level of leadership and commitment to mentorship and role modeling for MD/PhD students in the Temerty Faculty of Medicine. The award recipient will receive a certificate of recognition and $250 and will be invited to address the MD/PhD class at a seminar or other program-wide event. 

Eligibility Criteria

• Any University of Toronto Temerty Faculty of Medicine faculty member, resident, or administrative staff member is eligible for nomination.
• Nominees will be identified by colleagues and learners as role models for mentorship and should have shown involvement in activities exhibiting a commitment to the MD/PhD Program.

Selection Criteria

In general, nominees should have a record of an exemplary level of leadership and commitment to mentorship and role modeling for one or more students in the MD/PhD Program. The following are examples of specific criteria that might be considered with respect to each nominee:

• Readily available and accessible in their mentorship role
• Establishes effective mentorship relationships based on trust, respect, integrity and honesty
• Provides specific, supportive and formative feedback and guidance
• Contributes to initiatives that foster and enable mentorship capacity

While Teaching Effectiveness Scores are not scored by the Adjudication Committee, this data may be reviewed by the Chair to ensure that any candidates considered for the award are effective teachers.

How to Submit a Nomination

Nominations will open on October 15, 2025 and be accepted until December 15, 2025 at 11:59 pm.  

All nominations must be submitted using the online nomination form. Nominations can be completed by anyone within the Temerty Faculty of Medicine with knowledge of the nominee’s work. 

Selection Process

Review and selection will be undertaken by the MD Program Teaching Awards Committee. Nominations that are not selected in the award cycle for which they are received will be retained for one additional year. Nominees may be asked to provide updated information to the Awards Committee for review.

If you have any questions, please contact the Administrative Coordinator, Office of the Associate Dean, MD Program.