Greetings fellow alumni,
Happy New Year. As we begin 2021, I would like to take a moment to reflect on the year that has come to a close.
I recall beginning 2020 with a renewed level of excitement and optimism. I wasn't sure how the year was going to unfold. Still, as I organized to step into the role of Chair of our Alumni Association Executive Council, I can tell you with certainly – I wasn't expecting or prepared for the year that was coming. 2020 was indeed a year when our members' spirit was put to the test, forced to navigate life in ways that very few of us had done before.
Each of us has been impacted by COVID-19 somehow. I empathize with our members who have been directly affected by COVID-19. You or someone you love may have contracted the virus, or COVID-19 may have impacted you financially; the effects of this global pandemic are far-reaching and have been challenging for many.
Many of our alumni work on the front lines and have been instrumental in caring for our communities. Others have helped keep our supply chains healthy and moving. This past year, words like virtual and pivot became a part of our everyday vernacular, and the way many of us operate at home changed significantly. Some of us established home offices and have been managing our workloads through Zoom calls. As schooling shifted to virtual settings, many of our members became teaching assistants overnight – working to manage their careers alongside newly created parenting duties.
But 2020 also brought moments of celebration. Some of our members welcomed children into their lives, and others began new careers. Some members were honoured with awards and accolades for their success and accomplishments, and others celebrated personal and family milestones.
At the same time, our alumni association became stronger, as more than 5,000 students completed their programs and joined the Georgian alumni family. Thank you to each of you who helped our students achieve their credentials during these extraordinary times. Your support was diverse and powerful:
- Georgian alumni provided invaluable student co-op experiences at your businesses;
- Georgian alumni volunteered on program advisory committees;
- Georgian alumni supported awards and scholarships, emergency bursaries, and the student food locker through the generosity of your donations; and
- Georgian alumni became mentors – helping students complete their programs in a year when co-op placements were a challenge to secure.
As we begin 2021, I offer my most sincere thanks for everything that you have done for Georgian, for each other, and your communities. Please accept my very best wishes for the year ahead.
Arjun Batra, class of 2007
Chair, Alumni Association Executive Council
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We’re proud of you. Below are some stories of success we’ve read about: |
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Hayden Nichol, class of 2020
From Lourdes to Germany, Georgian grad’s volleyball journey continues, as he pursues a career as a coach. Read more
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Angela Wozencroft, class of 2000
Angela, a board member of the Southeast Recreational Therapy Symposium, has been elected “Chair-Elect” of the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) Board of Directors. Read more
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Katina Connolly, class of 2011
Lessons learned abroad helps Georgian grad, Katina, with charitable work back home. Read more
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Nathan Brown, class of 1999
Executive chef Nathan Brown mentors three sous chefs at St. Marys Golf & Country Club’s busy restaurant. Read more
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Jennifer Jahnke, class of 1996
Promoting accessibility has become a lifelong crusade for Jennifer, program coordinator and creator of Accessible Media Production at Mohawk College. Read more
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The following workshops and webinars are brought to you by Georgian's Career and Employment Community Services |
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Wednesday, Jan. 20
Resume workshop – with Bill from 10 to 11 a.m., get resume tips and assistance.
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Thursday, Jan. 21
Canada-Ontario Job Grant info session – with Bill from 10 to 11 a.m.
Find out more about this employee training funding opportunity.
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Tuesday, Jan. 26
Career Decision Making webinar – with Jen from 2 to 3 p.m.
Thinking about choosing a new career path? Learn more about how to make career choices.
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Virtual Winter Open House takes place on Jan. 23
Thinking of going back to school or know someone who wants to Experience Georgian? Visit us for our Virtual Open House on Saturday, Jan. 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Use your past to carry you forward and learn about our graduate certificates and degrees, articulation agreements with other postsecondary institutions, as well as continuing education options. RSVP and be entered into a contest to win up to $5,000 toward tuition. Plus, learn how to apply for free! Learn more and RSVP.
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New OT Paediatric clinic in Barrie
Opening in February 2021 on Saturdays, this clinic will have space for 8 clients ages 4 to 10 who need assistance with:
- printing
- cutting
- manipulating small objects
- trunk or arm weakness
- bilateral hand tasks (coordination)
Appointments are a special $10 rate. Clients must be available for the entire semester.
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Co-operative Education and Career Success |
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Find talent…hire a student!
- Hire from a proven leader in student employment
- Access tax credits, explore potential wage subsidies
- Reconnect with Georgian
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Take advantage of alumni PERKS! |
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