Krystyna Koczanski

I am the associate dean of administration at the Faculty of Science, University of Manitoba, where I help brilliant scientists and students do their best work by keeping the lights on, the budgets balanced, and the buildings (mostly) functional.

I work with an incredible team across HR, finance, IT, operations, and infrastructure. Because even the best plans mean nothing without good people to make them happen. From multi-million-dollar lab builds to fixing the AC when it breaks, it all matters.

I’m big on open conversations, shared purpose, and making sure students, faculty, and staff all have a place where they feel welcome, supported and set up to succeed. For me, that’s what a great public university should do: put people first and make space for everyone to thrive.

Proof that spreadsheets, people, and beautiful spaces can (and should) co-exist.