“Mr. Frank was one of the country’s loudest voices against [the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline]…and it was his work that brought much Gateway opposition to the attention of national media.” - The Globe and Mail.
“Andrew Frank was brilliant on CKNW speaking to Harp-Oliver’s despotism. Thanks for ‘throwing yourself under the bus’ @AndrewFrank_“ - Marc Lee, Senior Economist, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives.
“In my 20+ years in the non-profit sector I have come across few communicators as strong as Andrew Frank. Andrew combines his solid skills and strong theoretical grounding with a commitment to excellence and an intensely curious mind. He brings a bright creativity and a large capacity for lateral thinking.” - Candace Batycki, Former Director of Forest Programs, ForestEthics.
“He’s a good writer, and has interesting presentation ideas.” - The Right Honourable Joe Clark. Former Prime Minister and Secretary of State for External Affairs.
“Andrew Frank has a discerning eye and a passion for social justice…I have found his ideas and projects to be inspiring. They use the medium as a vehicle for change. His advocacy for environmental projects, including using the media to promote the protection of our biodiversity, is laudable and uses the media in a powerful way.” - Clive Vanderburgh. Former Chair, Department of Radio & Television Arts, Ryerson University, Toronto, ON.
“Andrew’s writing is a symphony for your eyes, your mind, and your heart. He has the brilliance to carefully find words that add to the symphony. The words he weaves together on the page provide a new depth of understanding to his chosen audience. The words that Andrew writes are not simply to create fresh and enjoyable melody, but words that have a lasting impact. Andrew Frank is an excellent communicator that I recommend highly.” - Norman Gludovatz, CEO, Tactical Outcomes.
Awards
• SSHRC CGS Master’s Scholarship for research focused on future visions of sustainability (focus on climate change) and collaborative public communication (2007/2008).
• Simon Fraser University Special Graduate Entrance Scholarship (2007).
• Ryerson Gold Medal, Faculty of Communication and Design – the university’s highest award (2004).
• Standard Broadcast Award for Outstanding Graduate (2004).
• Howard H. Kerr Memorial Scholarship (2004).
• Broadcast Educators Association of Canada Award for Best Drama (2004).
• TARA Awards: Best Direction, Best Video Practicum, Best Electronic Field Production (2002 & 2004).
• Ryerson University Philosophy Award, “Philosophy and Film.”
• Stuart and Pat MacKay Award for Good Citizenship (2004).
• Three-time recipient (2001-2003), Faculty of Communication & Design Award for Excellence.
• CHUM FM Award for highest aggregate standing (2002).
• UBC Undergraduate Scholar Program recipient (1999).
• UBC Canadian Armed Forces Memorial Scholarship (1999).
