Alumni Association Executive Council update |
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Greetings fellow alumni,
It’s hard to believe that we are already into February, and despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic – the work of our Alumni Association Executive Council continues to move ahead.
As a council we meet four times a year, and act as an advisory body to Georgian. The college ensures we are kept up-to-date on what is happening at our alma mater, and we act as representatives of our global alumni community – providing feedback and input which is regularly shared with the appropriate programs and leaders.
We have several members of our council who will complete their terms this June, and we are now accepting applications to fill these council vacancies. The new two-year council terms will begin in September 2021.
Are you a proud Georgian graduate, looking for meaningful ways to engage with our college? Would you like to leverage your alumni relationships to support the efforts of our college and alumni-related priorities? If so, this may be the opportunity for you! Visit us online to learn more about our council, and to read more about this exciting opportunity.
Our council is strongly committed to diversity and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Arjun Batra, class of 2007
Chair, Alumni Association Executive Council
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Did you know that Canada officially began recognizing February as Black History Month in 1995? Jean Augustine, a Member of Parliament (MP) from Etobicoke-Lakeshore put forth the motion, and it was passed by MPs in the House of Commons.
Throughout the month of February, Georgian has a lot of planned content on its website to celebrate Canada’s rich black history and this year’s theme The Future is Now. The first article is a comprehensive look at recommended resources. |
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Future Grizzlies receive special drone delivery |
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Free webinars: How to find your dream job |
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Finding your dream job
Thursday, Feb. 11 at 10 a.m.
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Learn from industry experts about:
- searching for the next great opportunity
- interviewing and resume tips
- finding your passion and communicating it effectively
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Melissa Martel, class of 2016
Employment Services Consultant
Georgian College
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Neel Surve, class of 2016
Chief Marketing Management
INFINITI Motor Company Ltd.
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Finding your dream job - part II
Wednesday, Feb. 24
12 noon to 1 p.m.
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Learn about:
- falling in love with more than one career
- taking risks and trying something new
- carving out a place for yourself
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Bianca Braithwaite, class of 1999 and 2000
Financial Advisor and former union organizer
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Keep updated on some of the biggest news at your alma mater, including these recent developments: |
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We’re proud of you. Below are some stories of success we’ve read about: |
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Alex Brown, class of 2007
Founder of the eCommerce Rockstars Accelerator Program, Alex will share his expertise and success, learned through building two companies up to annual revenues over $10M in online sales, with other entrepreneurs. Read more
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Kendra Garrett, class of 2015
Physiotherapy Assistant and Certified STOTT® Pilates Instructor Kendra graduated from Georgian College in 2015 as both an Occupational Physiotherapy Assistant and a Physiotherapy Assistant. Read more
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Ann-Eliza Lister, class of 2005
The Timmins Police Service is sending three recently hired cadets to the Ontario Police College in Aylmer next week to begin the formal aspects of their police training. Read more
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Cindy McAfee, class of 2011
Cindy McAfee opened her private practice, Balanced Life Therapy in 2009. Since then she has touched so many lives in such a positive way over the past 12 years. Read more
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Justin Mitchell, class of 2017
When Elevation Athletics tipped off late in 2018, Justin Mitchell never actually suspected he’d one day be coaching pickleball skills. Read more
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Reg Sheffield, class of 2003
People of Collingwood: Reg Sheffield, member of the Unity Collective. Read more
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Kenta Shirakura, class of 2015
Kenta first came to Georgian from Japan in 2011, to study English as a Second Language. He liked Georgian and Canada so much, he decided to come back! Read more
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Frankie Von Dahlen-Klaus, class of 2019 and current student
Nursing student rises from foster care to college with ‘amazing’ faculty support. Read more
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Do you have some good news to share?
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Passionate student champion retires from Georgian |
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After 32 years of tireless work and commitment to the students, faculty, staff and alumni of Georgian, Maryann Fifield has retired. The Maryann Fifield Bursary has been established in honour of her pivotal role in the development and growth of the Indigenous Studies programs and support services at Georgian. This endowed bursary will annually support a deserving full-time Georgian student who self-identifies as being of Indigenous ancestry and demonstrates financial need. To learn more about giving to the fund visit our donation page. |
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Our Get to Know Georgian sessions are your opportunity to connect with our friendly recruitment team about all things Georgian. Whether you’re thinking about attending Georgian yourself or you are a parent or supporter of a future student, this event is for you!
These events will be held virtually so you can attend from wherever you are. Sessions will take place on:
- Tuesday, Feb. 16 from 5 to 6 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 23 from 6 to 7 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 20 from 5 to 6 p.m.
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The following workshops and webinars are brought to you by Georgian's Career and Employment Community Services
This is an opportunity for you to have your questions answered, get some extra help with job searching, resumes, second career and apprenticeship information and review Employment Ontario services.
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Thursday, Feb. 11
Apprenticeship Information – with Terry from 10 to 11 a.m.
Thinking about starting an apprenticeship? Learn how at our webinar.
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Tuesday, Feb. 16
Labour Market Research – with Angela from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how to find labour market information that will help you make informed decisions.
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Wednesday, Feb. 17
Resume workshop – with Bill from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., get resume tips and assistance.
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Do you want to change the world? |
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Unique call for changemakers to join "flourishing-as-sustainability" start-up.
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Did you know the Georgian College Oral Hygiene clinics are open to the public?
They offer amazing services at flat rates!
Our Oral Hygiene students are currently looking for new clients of all ages!
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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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We hope we can welcome you back in person soon. In the meantime, visit us virtually, watch live feeds and join our educational content on social media to keep the little ones entertained at home! Contact the alumni office at alumni@georgiancollege.ca to receive the 10% off virtual tours promo code. |
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Charitable Registration 11893 7283 RR0001 |
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