In a momentous announcement, the Association for Information Systems (AIS) has revealed that Dr. Denis Dennehy, School Research Lead in the School of Management, has been honoured with the esteemed Sandra Slaughter Service Award for 2023.
The AIS Sandra Slaughter Service Award Committee, chaired by Sue Brown and comprised of AIS members from each of the three regions (Americas; Europe, Africa & Middle East; Asia, Pacific), along with AIS VP of Membership and Chapters Isabel Ramos, carefully deliberated before selecting Dr. Dennehy for this prestigious accolade. The award, a symbol of recognition and admiration within the AIS community, is reserved for only a select group of members who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to the Association.
Dr. Dennehy's outstanding contributions, particularly in the areas of participating in the Special Interest Groups (SIGs), and chapters, as well as strengthening conferences and actively engaging with AIS-sponsored journals, set him apart as a deserving recipient of the Sandra Slaughter Service Award. Denis is co-editor-in-chief of the Communications of the Association for Information Systems, senior editor of Information Technology and People, and he has edited many special issues related to his field. He obtained degrees (Ph.D, M.Comm, BSc.) in business information systems at University College Cork. This honour serves as a testament to his long-standing commitment to advancing the mission and goals of AIS.
Sandra Slaughter Service Award recipients are celebrated for their enduring impact on the AIS community and their commitment to fostering excellence within the field of information systems. Dr. Denis Dennehy's dedication and exemplary service have undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the Association, making him a fitting recipient of this prestigious accolade.
Dr. Denis Dennehy stated “I’m so honoured and grateful to be a recipient of this award. I would like to thank the award committee, my peers who nominated me, and my colleagues at the School of Management for supporting me. I look forward to continuing serving the IS community and making the world a better place for all.”
The entire School of Management community extends their heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Denis Dennehy on this well-deserved recognition. His achievements stand as an inspiration for fellow AIS members, highlighting the profound impact that dedicated individuals can have on the advancement of information systems globally. Congratulations, Dr. Dennehy, on this remarkable achievement, and well done!