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By Darlene Blakeley
 Credit: Katherine Schlosser LCdr Andrew Schlosser displays the two awards he received at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom. |
Lieutenant-Commander Andrew Schlosser, now working with the Directorate of Maritime Ship and Support in Ottawa, was awarded the GWS Course Trophy as the top student in his course, and the MBDA Rapier Trophy as the student who has made the best contribution to the GWS Master of Science course as chosen by his peers.
“The receipt of my MSc diploma on its own was a manifestation of a year of serious study and hard work, and receiving it was highly rewarding,” says LCdr Schlosser. “The additional receipt of both program awards is a source of immense personal pride and I feel that it reflects very auspiciously on Canada as a defence academic and research contributor.”
LCdr Schlosser’s family attended the graduation ceremony. “The loving support of my wife and the patience of my children were critical elements of my success,” he says.
While there are a few other Canadian names inscribed on these trophies, it is thought to be the first time a Canadian has won both at the same time, according to Captain (Navy) Harry Harsch, naval advisor with the Canadian Defence Liaison Staff in London.
“It was quite an achievement,” says Capt(N) Harsch, “and one that made Canada look very good at a rather high-profile international event.”
The awards were handed out in the presence of Her Royal Highness, Princess Anne, who was also at the ceremony, receiving an honorary degree.
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