Grizzlies gear up for home opener |
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Georgian’s men’s rugby team is set to launch its season under the lights with the home opening game on Sept. 15.
Come on out and watch the Grizzlies take on Conestoga at the JC Massie Field on the Barrie Campus. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m.
Last year Georgian’s men’s rugby team took home the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) silver medal, after a hard-fought game against the Durham Lords in the OCAA provincial final.
“It marked the seventh straight year that the Grizzlies have won a provincial medal in men’s rugby,” said David Laliberté, Georgian’s manager of athletics and recreation, student success.
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Georgian grad drives home fundraiser for students
The eighth annual charity golf tournament organized by the team at Cranberry Golf Course at Living Water Resort happening on Thurs., Sept. 21, has special meaning for alumnus Errol Smith (class of 2007).
As Cranberry’s general manager, Errol is currently preparing for the upcoming golf tournament which allows the Cranberry Golf Course to give back. The event raises funds in support of awards and scholarships for students studying in the Hospitality or Business and Management programs at Georgian’s John Di Poce South Georgian Bay Campus. To date, more than $100,000 has been raised through this tournament.
Errol credits the college for helping him forge a clear career path.
While Errol was still in Georgian’s Professional Golf Management program before graduating in 2007, he was able to dive right into the industry through his co-op which then led to successively more senior roles.
“It was an integral part of getting experience in the industry,” Errol explained. “From there I quickly had a great opportunity at The Club at Bond Head, which was a new course.”
Later at Cranberry Golf Course, he became the assistant pro where he was exposed to all aspects of the industry, becoming its general manager three years ago.
Errol credits Georgian with the mentoring he received and the opportunities to network.
Thank you to Errol, Cranberry Golf Course and Living Water Resort teams for your support of Georgian students!
There is still time to register to play in the tournament on Sept. 21. Learn more about the charity tournament.
Are you hosting a special event and would like to make Georgian College your charity of choice? Please contact Jessica Comella in Georgian’s Advancement and Alumni Relations department. |
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Georgian garden grows greens for good
Georgian's Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation academic team has crafted, cultivated and expanded its garden project beside the Sadlon Centre for Health, Wellness and Sciences on the Barrie Campus. The expanded footprint now extends to the Georgian Dining Room patio garden, in addition to a new fruit tree grove beside the Peter B. Moore Advanced Technology Centre.
And it's harvest time!
Already, 550 pounds of freshly grown fruits and vegetables have been picked, with 100 pounds used in culinary classes, and the remainder is destined for pickling, jams, jellies, and making tomato sauce.
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Over the past four years, food grown in the various gardens has been used in Georgian’s kitchens and distributed to students needing fresh, nutritious food through an on-campus emergency food bank - the Georgian Food Locker. Harvest donations are also made to local community organizations.
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Auction items needed to support student success |
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Georgian's Ignite the Night: An Unrivaled Gala experience is being held Nov. 3 at Casino Rama. This long-standing biennial event attracts over 300 guests who come together for a night of fun and philanthropy in support of student awards, bursaries and scholarships.
The volunteer organizing committee is currently seeking auction items and would appreciate donations of product, services or unique experiences. All support will be recognized on the online auction platform.
"Alumni understand firsthand the importance of students having access to financial support to help achieve their academic goals," said David Bell, Associate Vice President, Advancement and Alumni relations. "We are hoping Georgian grads operating a business might consider donating an item, service or experience to the auction to help future students."
Advancement and Alumni Relations department member Jessica Comella can help you create a themed basket from a group, team, or department. You can also send an item from this Amazon wish list.
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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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Brittany Cramer (Automotive Business, class of 2017)/ Jennifer Cooper (Business Administration, Automotive Marketing, class of 1999)
Brittany helps manage which VW models come to Canada; Jennifer Cooper is the manager of Porsche Experience Centre Toronto. Read more
Carol Holden (Law and Security Administration, class of 1984)
Since retirement, Carol has been supporting Hospice Simcoe in a variety of different ways. “There was a special feeling when I entered the Hospice residence that I couldn’t quite put my finger on, but I knew that one day I would return to volunteer to check out that feeling.” Read more
Renee Corbiere (Aboriginal Community and Social Development, class of 2014)
Candidate for chief, Renee is a lifelong M’Chigeeng resident, having grown up in the community and graduating from Manitoulin Secondary School. “I am excited to be running for the seat of chief of our First Nation,” Ms. Corbiere says. Read more
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