September 12, 2019
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Engineering
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of '94
September 28

School of Social Work
Alumni event
October 3
Windsor Hall

Nursing  Class of '79
Faculty of Nursing reunion
October 4-6
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Nursing  Class of '80
Reunion planned for 2020
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Kayla Jakobszen and Beth Ann Prince
Alumni Association awards free tuition

Kayla Jakobszen had a "stunning" welcome to the University of Windsor, courtesy of the Alumni Association. Kayla was the lucky winner of one semester's tuition free at a  pep rally that forms part of orientation activities for new students.  The annual prize draw - worth up to $4,000 - was presented by Alumni Board President Beth Ann Prince. 

"This is the best way I can imagine starting my time at the University," said the first-year student of English and Business. "I can't believe I won. My parents are going to be so excited."

Mary Jo Haddad

Chancellor's Leadership Dinner - October 17

Join Dr. Mary Jo Haddad, Chancellor, University of Windsor for this inaugural event. Dr. Haddad will share her knowledge as a Canadian CEO, children's advocate and expert in strategic innovation and leadership. The cost to attend is $100/per person. Limited tickets available. 

Celebrate Alumni Week - October 1 to 6
 
The University of Windsor Alumni Association welcomes alumni, students and friends to celebrate Alumni Week. The week begins with a Community Lunch and Learn featuring guest speaker Mitch Kurylowicz on October 1. Don't miss the special Alumni Association and WIFF announcement on October 2 at 11 a.m. Other events include a Whisky Tasting and Dinner, Grab n' Go Breakfast, and barbecue prior to the football game where the Windsor Lancers take on the Laurier Golden Hawks. Finish off the week with the Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Awards Presentation on October 6. 
 
Jamie Adjetey-Nelson
Alumni Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony

This year's event will be held on Sunday October 6 at 1 p.m. in Alumni Auditorium. Inductees in the Athlete category include  Jamie Adjetey-Nelson BA '07, BEd '09 - Track and Field,  Arjei Franklin BHK '05, BEd '06 - Football,  Stephanie Gouin BHK '99 - Track and Field and  Steve Ray BAS '96 - Volleyball.

In the Administrator/Builder/Coach category,  Don Garrod BA '96 and  Gary Malloy BA '83, BEd '84 (posthumously) will be inducted. 

The Sport Achievement award will be presented to Joe Siddall BHK '07, Studio Analyst, Sportsnet Blue Jays Central Broadcast. Team Achievement goes to the CIAU Women's Cross Country Team.

Mitch Kurylowicz
Community Philanthropy Lunch n' Learn

Mitch Kurylowicz is the keynote speaker for the second annual Community Philanthropy Lunch n' Learn to take place on October 1 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Windsor Armouries.

Mitch will talk about starting Project Jenga, in support of the WE Movement, which brought secondary education to rural Kenya. The initiative raised over $1,000,000, opened a high school and resulted in Mitch receiving Canada's Sovereign's Medal and the Mandela Family's Legacy Award. 

This event is open to the public. Please share with colleagues. Cost is $10 per person which includes lunch. 

Diploma framing service

The Alumni Association will officially welcome new graduates to the alumni family at fall convocation on October 19.
 
Degrees can be displayed with pride in beautiful Canadian-made solid wood frames with an acid-free mat. Beat the rush and order now on-line or diplomas can be framed on the day of convocation.

Pre-orders will have the diploma in the frame and available for pick-up at the framing booth on the day of your convocation. It's the perfect gift for graduates. 

Leddy Library Student space unveiled

The new Student Research Collaboratory space will be officially opened at 10:30 a.m on September 20.This transformed space on the first floor of the Leddy Library, offers a multi-modal environment that allows for both group and independent study equipped with adjustable zone lighting, video conferencing capabilities, and a digital presentation space. Funding for the space was made possible through the support of the UWindsor Giving Tuesday fundraising efforts and a generous donor who matched funds raised.


Alyssa Atkins
Start-up company helps women navigate health system 

Frustrated with her experience of waiting three months to get the results of her fertility test, Alyssa Atkins BComm '13 wanted to do something about it. Her test results arrived in a form letter which contained difficult to understand medical terminology and no clear directions for options going forward. In less time than it took to receive her results, she launched her own female fertility company, Lilia, to support individuals navigating fertility issues. Atkins goal is to offer end to end support of an intimidating journey in an approachable and accessible manner. 
Members of the Peterborough Odyssey Band
Music inspires the young at heart

Have you dreamed of playing a musical instrument, or being a member of a concert band, but just never found the time to do it? If so the New Horizons International Music Association may be able to help you fulfill that dream. New Horizons Music programs provide entry points to music making for adults, including those with no musical experience and also those who were active in school music programs but have been inactive for a long period.

Harlene Annett BA' 64 is a member of one of the Peterborough area bands. She says it's a good opportunity for seniors and not quite seniors  to keep their brains in gear, have a great social life, and have fun. 

As the name suggests there are groups all over the world.  Click here for more information and to find a band near you.