Alumni Association Executive Council message |
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Greetings!
As I step into my first term as chair of your Alumni Association Executive Council (AAEC), I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself and tell you about some of the exciting things planned for the year ahead.
I graduated from Georgian’s Business Administration – Accounting program in 1991, and have worked across the health care and financial sectors for the past two decades. I joined the AAEC two years ago, and was pleased to chair our association’s Recognition Committee this past year, prior to my appointment as council chair.
As we begin another academic year at Georgian, we're launching some exciting initiatives, including the 2022-23 Alumni Speakers Series which begins with Alex Brown Live this Oct. 3! Be sure to register through the link below.
We’re also planning two exciting issues of GeorgianView (spring and fall), several in-person events, a mentorship program, and we’ll launch our fundraising efforts to support student awards, scholarships and emergency bursaries in the near future. As a graduate and a parent, I know how important these financial programs are to supporting our students, and I want to thank you in advance for considering how you might support our students in the year ahead.
Our AAEC hosted its first meeting of the 2022-23 year on Monday, Sept. 12, and I am so pleased to be working with such a diverse group of passionate and engaged Georgian alumni. I invite you to visit our website to get to know your council representatives, and email our alumni relations team if you’d like discuss ways that you can become more involved with your college or alumni association.
I wish each of you, and your families, a safe and healthy start to the season ahead.
Warmest regards,
Hilary Anderson (class of 1991)
Chair, AAEC
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National Truth and Reconciliation Day – Sept. 30 |
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Friday, Sept. 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to reflect on and commemorate the painful legacy of Canada’s residential schools. It’s also known as Orange Shirt Day. Here at Georgian, we recognize reconciliation is the collective and individual responsibility of all of us – on Sept. 30 and every day.
With support from Indigenous Services, Visiting Elders, Indigenous community partners, and departments across the college, Georgian has organized several events leading up to Sept. 30. Visit our website to view activities which are open to the entire Georgian community; there are other activities happening in individual program areas and classes not listed. |
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#TeamGeorgian heads to the ballpark |
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More than 250 Georgian alumni, students, staff and faculty joined Team Georgian at University and College Night with the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday, Sept. 16! Watch our newsletter and social media channels for future event listings. Visit the Georgian Alumni Network to check out more photos from the evening.
Photo credit: Alexander Cardno
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Grizzlies win home opener |
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The Georgian College men's varsity rugby team began their season at home on the J.C. Massie Field on Friday, Sept. 16 with a win against the Humber Hawks. The Grizzlies welcomed Elder Ernestine Baldwin to perform O Canada in Ojibwe before the start of the game.
Rahal Delpachitra was one of four Grizzlies players who managed to convert tries for Georgian. Final score: Grizzlies win 20 - 15. Mark your calendars: Georgian's next home rugby game is against Durham on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 1 p.m.!
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Continuing Education and Part-time Studies at Georgian
Registration for Georgian’s Continuing Education Programming for Fall 2022 has opened. Georgian offers a wide variety of short, flexible professional development courses and programs that prepare you for career success or career transition. Some of our most popular courses include Management Essentials, Teaching and Training Adults, Photography Essentials, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging in the Workplace and a variety of courses for healthcare professionals including nurses and PSWs. Read more
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Georgian's Career and Employment Community Services has a number of resources, workshops and webinars to help you land that perfect job.
This is an opportunity for you to have your questions answered, get some extra help with your job search, resumés , second career and apprenticeship information, and review Employment Ontario services. Click on a workshop to see a complete description.
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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 stories of success we’ve read about: |
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Justin Mcwhinnie (class of 2020)
New Orillia salon owner incorporates a barber shop, thanks to the potential she saw in her former student, Justin Mcwhinnie. Read more
Caycee Masters (class of 2016) and Meagan Lortie (class of 2016)
Introducing Caycee and Meagan, founders of Journey Into Truth, and alumni of Georgian College.
Mark Smither (class of 2012)
Barrie boxer Mark Smither successfully defended his Canadian Super Lightweight title recently, earning the right to keep it for another six months. Read more
Teague Huyssen (class of 2019)
A longtime local firefighter has returned from the 2022 World Police and Fire Games with a gold medal. Teague Huyssen triumphed in taekwondo last week, solidifying his 27-year career as a competitor and trainer. Read more
Spencer Sekulin (class of 2001)
Local author Spencer Sekulin is being recognized for his work as one of the winners of the Writers of the Future contest. Read more
Michael Braithwaite (class of 2010)
Blue Door CEO, Michael Braithwaite, celebrates 40 years of service helping the homeless. Read more
Jeff Crompton (class of 2007)
A grateful hiker is singing the praises of a Collingwood firefighter who helped rescue her from a local trail after she was blindsided by an attack of heat stroke. Read more
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Do you have some good news to share?
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Alex Brown Live
Georgian College Barrie Campus
Monday, Oct. 3
11:30 a.m. doors open (light lunch)
Noon to 1:30 p.m. presentation
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Alex will share the secrets of starting and growing massive online brands and the most important lessons he has learned from building two different $10-million+ per-year brands in totally different markets. |
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Thank you to our association's preferred home and auto insurance provider, Johnson Insurance for sponsoring our 2022-23 Alumni Speakers Series. |
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Our in-person Open House takes place on Nov. 12
Thinking of going back to school or know someone who wants to experience Georgian? Visit us on campus for our in-person Open House on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Barrie and 9 a.m. to noon at all other campuses.
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!
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Take advantage of alumni PERKS |
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Introducing tools to consider when purchasing a new home during uncertain times! |
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- A surety guarantee replacing cash deposits to be used on multiple offers enabling home purchasers to keep investments in place and be in a better position on competitive offers.
- A national data base of MLS listings to determine the value of your current and desired home and amenities in the new neighbourhood without being hassled by an agent.
- Cashback rewards worth thousands of dollars when using a referred agent that has been vetted by Georgian College’s national real estate perks partner.
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Check out our Perks Partners!
The Georgian College Alumni Association is proud to partner with more than 50 brands to provide association members with valuable discounts and benefits across Canada and around the world.
Register your profile in the Georgian Alumni Network to access the promotional and discount codes from these partners and so many more. |
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Charitable Registration 11893 7283 RR0001 |
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