In this issue: Vaccination clinic opens at Seneca's Newnham Campus | Clubhouse theme song open doors for Seneca rapper | Sister act promotes mental health with animal-inspired streetwear | How to build and grow your professional network | Programs & Beyond | Get involved | Alumni benefits
May 2021
Vaccination clinic opens at Seneca’s Newnham Campus

Closed by the pandemic for a year, the Newnham Campus gym has found a new purpose as a huge COVID-19 vaccination site.

As part of the province’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, Seneca has partnered with North York General Hospital to become the site of its main community vaccination clinic. While the clinic is being run by the hospital, Seneca’s nursing students will be part of the medical team.
Alumni News and Stories
Clubhouse theme song opens doors for Seneca rapper
It may be just another buzzy social platform, but the star-studded Clubhouse app will always be special for the Seneca grad who gave it its eponymous theme song.

Rap artist Greezy Deckz, born Kyle Duncan-Williams, recently collaborated with Calgary-based DJ Bacpac and created a song named after the popular app. Shortly after Mr. Deckz played his tune in a virtual room on Clubhouse, he was offered his first-ever distribution deal for the single.
Sister act promotes mental health with animal-inspired streetwear
Sabrina, Sophia, and Simra Nizamuddin recently launched Spirit Redefined, a streetwear line inspired by animals and designed to support mental health and wellness.

Sabrina and Sophia are both graduates of Seneca’s Business Management – Marketing advanced diploma program. Together with Simra, they bring professional experiences in marketing, content strategy, branding, and social media — skills they are happy to put to use for a good cause.

Programs and Beyond
Alumni Event: How to Build and Grow Your Professional Network

Wednesday, May 19, 2021
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Join Seneca Alumna Cindy Zarnett on a one-hour session on how to build and grow your professional network.

This workshop will help you to:
  • Build your confidence to network authentically and effectively
  • Discover the importance of networking for career-building
  • Understand how intentions drive outcomes
  • The connection between emotional intelligence and professional relationship building
  • Tools, tips, and strategies for networking success
Considering graduate and professional-level courses? 
Explore Seneca’s wide range of programming for postsecondary graduates and working professionals. Our flexible and accessible courses are designed to provide you with the latest industry knowledge in sectors such as cybersecurity, fintech, esports marketing and more.  
 
Upcoming summer workshops include:
 
Investor Relations (IR) – Financial Communications – Take your finance or communications career to the next level with our IR workshops. Register to earn stackable microcredentials and enhance your resumé. 
 
Visit senecacollege.ca/downtown for details and to register. Summer 2021 programming will be offered virtually.  
Career Recharge workshops

Delivered online through live, interactive video conferences, this new series of free workshops will help you build professional skills, network virtually, and achieve your career goals.

With upcoming online workshops such as Emotional Intelligence and Delivering Virtual Presentations, you can recharge your career from anywhere.

Check out our spring schedule to see the full series and to register for upcoming workshops.
Discover career-focused micro-credentials

Are you looking to enhance your skills and improve your employability? Build on your experience and take your education and career to the next level with our microcredential programs designed for working professionals. Choose from 100+ career-specific courses to help boost your skills. 
Register for summer 2021 part-time programs & courses

Registration for Part-time Studies’ upcoming summer 2021 term is open. Whether you're looking to upgrade your education, advance in your current career or change careers, Seneca offers an array of online part-time programs and courses in a variety of industries to help you achieve your goals.
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals free workshop

Strengthen your digital skills and experience with AI and cloud computing. Learn foundational-level knowledge on cloud concepts and core Azure services. Upon completion of the workshop, you’ll also have the opportunity to write the Microsoft Azure AZ-900 certification exam for free through Seneca’s Test Centre. 
Get Involved
Accept the Alumni Pay It Forward Challenge
 
For the past year, the world has been turned upside down. The global pandemic continues to be a major disruptor in our lives.
 
The college experience as we know is forever changed, and our staff continue to work tirelessly to meet the academic, emotional and financial needs of our students.
 
The Alumni Pay It Forward Challenge is one of the ways graduates like you can support students facing financial difficulties – including those caused by COVID-19.
 
To date, 344 students have received $500 bursaries thanks to the Pay It Forward Challenge, totaling $167,500 in financial support for students.
 
Our goal is to reach 300 donations from our alumni by May 31 to unlock an extra $20,000 in bursaries for current Seneca students.
 
This spring, please help our students look towards a future beyond COVID by making your Pay It Forward donation, today.
 
Thank you for your generosity!
Alumni Benefits
You can take advantage of specially negotiated rates on Manulife term life insurance, income protection, major accident protection, critical illness protection and health and dental insurance.
Use your free Perkopolis membership to enjoy great savings on entertainment, travel, attractions, shopping and more.

Contact us for a member ID.