In this issue: Seneca awarded $360,000 for applied research benefiting urban farmers | Building and operating a business financial webchat | Cultural competency and inclusive languages | Get Involved | Alumni Stories | Alumni benefits
September 2021
Seneca awarded $360,000 for applied research benefiting urban farmers
A major Seneca-led applied research project is aiming to help urban farmers tackle one of their biggest problems: how to develop strong and sustainable businesses.
Programs and Beyond
Alumni Programming: Building and Operating a Business

Wednesday, September 22
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

This webchat will help provide some tips to set you up for success when starting or operating a business:

  • Buying vs Starting your own business
  • Separating your business and personal finances
  • Legal structures you might consider when structuring a business
  • Writing a business plan
  • Determining your upfront and ongoing financial needs
  • Discussion of the difference between profits and cash flow
  • Payment processing and some of its benefits

This event is proudly supported by Seneca Alumni Affinity Partner, TD Insurance.
Alumni Programming: Cultural Competency and Inclusive Languages

Thursday, October 7
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

As a member of your organization, how are you involved in the cultural inclusion process and how can you contribute to ensuring you are being responsive to the varying needs of all people and groups?

In this workshop, you will learn strategies for raising the bar for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where people feel valued with a sense of belonging and experience wellness. This workshop will also identify how inclusive language plays a critical role. You will learn, strategies for effective cross-cultural communication, as well as examples of how certain words and body language can impact the mental well-being of others.
Career Recharge workshops
Thinking about reskilling or upskilling while you work? 
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 Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Virtual Interviewing, you can recharge your career from anywhere.

Check out our fall schedule to see the full series and to register for upcoming workshops.
Explore our graduate and professional-level education, learn from industry experts and gain the skills you need to advance in your career.
 
This is what students have to say about our professional programming:
 
“Your (UX Writing) class has had a strong influence on the way I approach the UX writing process and has helped me move forward in my career. And having the flexibility to learn online allowed me to easily balance my work and life commitments while building out my skill set.”
 
- Alicja Parlak, UX Writing Manager
 
“Seneca’s microcredential program in Investor Relations – Financial Communications was simply fantastic. I loved the format and it was perfect for someone like me with a hectic schedule to upgrade my skills and learn new content.” 
 
- Michelle Eaton, VP Public Affairs, Ontario Chamber of Commerce
 
It’s not too late to register for Fall 2021. For more information on our executive education options, visit: senecacollege.ca/downtown
Get Involved
Contest alert!

A new school year also welcomes autumn, the season of change. For Seneca alumni that means updating your contact information with the annual Alumni Autumn Changes Contest.

Keep an eye out in your email for a chance to win a $200 prepaid MasterCard.
Feed to Succeed

Did you know food insecurity amongst post-secondary students ranges from 30% to 40%, with COVID-19 having amplified these figures?

Our students deal with a variety of food insecurity issues including, running out of money for food, skipping meals and worrying about not having enough to eat.
As Seneca, we believe food insecurity should not be another barrier our students need to overcome to achieve their full potential. 

This year, your gift to the Feed to Succeed Fund will support the Seneca Student Federation’s (SSF) on-campus and virtual food bank programs and the new Free Soup Program; offering students in need unlimited free soup from any of our campus cafeteria locations.
 
If you can, please help us meet our students most basic dietary needs by supporting the Feed to Succeed Fund, today.
 
Your impact will be doubled as Seneca Alumni will match 100 per cent of your gift, to a maximum of $50,000.
 
Thank you for your generosity.
Alumni News and Stories
President David Agnew's tribute to the Honourable William G. Davis
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Premier Davis. For those of us at Seneca, and our colleague colleges, he is literally our creator. It was his vision, his drive, his determination that created the Ontario college system in 1965.

Six projects making Seneca even better
The pandemic has put a hold on many in-person activities since March 2020. But when it comes to improving and expanding facilities at Seneca, it has been a very busy year. Check out six projects that will grab your attention and help ease the transition back to campus in the coming months and beyond.
Alumni Benefits
Take advantage of your benefits with preferred rates: You could save with affinity program partner TD Insurance when you combine car and home coverage.
Use your free Perkopolis membership to enjoy great savings on entertainment, travel, attractions, shopping and more.

Contact us for a member ID.