Alumni News
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Welcoming our newest alumniThe U of C's alumni family grew by nearly 3,500 as nine Convocation ceremonies took place from June 11-15. Welcome, new graduates, to your first issue of Arch-E! You are now part our family of 120,000 alumni who make remarkable contributions to the business, health, social, cultural and political life of Calgary and many other communities around the world. Know that you are connected with a group of people who share a love of knowledge and success. We invite you to remain in touch with your alumni office, so please contact us anytime with your career news or changes in your contact information. Explore your alumni website for all the benefits and services available to you... |
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Breakfast launches Campus FairMore than 300 alumni and their families attended the Alumni Breakfast prior to the U of C's fifth annual Campus Fair on Saturday, June 9. Bacon, pancakes, coffee, orange juice and Celtic music proved to be a popular way to start the day as alumni from all over Calgary stopped in for a bite before heading off to Campus Fair. |
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Storey, Minhas bask in Arch Awards spotlightThe 2007 Arch Awards, held at the rejuvenated Grand Theatre in downtown Calgary, was one of the U of C's best attended alumni awards ceremony in our 41-year history. More than 300 alumni, friends of the university, and supporters of our two Arch Award winners, Ken Storey, BSc'71, and Ravinder Minhas, BSc'05, can claim they had the hottest ticket in town for this June 14 gala reception. |
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Storey ignites passion for science in Calgary kidsWhile in town to accept his Arch Award, Ken Storey, BSc'71, one of the world's most renowned experts on freezing survival, hibernation and animal life without oxygen joined a Grade 5 class from John Costello Catholic School as they learned about the important role played by urban wetlands. |
For more alumni news: http://www.ucalgary.ca/alumni
Your Alumni Stories
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Convocation volunteer has best job in CalgaryThe 12 convocation ceremonies held on campus each year simply wouldn't happen were it not for the efforts of nearly 100 volunteers who ensure each event runs smoothly. Judy McCaffrey, BA'82, is responsible for ensuring the volunteer team is in place to greet guests, answer questions, address any safety concerns or emergencies and make it an enjoyable experience for the fresh graduates and their families. |
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Groves exercises her right to work hardCanadian speed skater Kristina Groves, BSc'04, almost never takes a break. She spent eight years earning her degree, won two Olympic medals in 2006, is coming off her best season ever with nine medals and just returned from Rwanda in support of Right To Play. |
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Myden hits the HallTop 40 alumnus and recipient of the 2006 Graduate of the Last Decade award, Curtis Myden, BSc'99, MD'06, was recently admitted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame and was featured in the Calgary Herald. |
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Hiking the Incan Trail for arthritisJamil Shivji, BA'00, is hiking the Inca Trail in Peru to raise money for the Canadian Arthritis Society in support of his sister, a sufferer of rheumatoid arthritis. Shivji will be hiking to altitudes of 15,000 feet and the trek will span from the Cuzco region to the ruins of Machu Picchu. His journey begins August 8th and he expects it be a four-day trek. Shivji hopes to raise $8,800 for the cause. |
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U of C News
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Donations hit $100MThe U of C received more than $101 million in community support this year, setting a new fundraising record and significantly boosting the resources directed to improving the student experience. The milestone places the University of Calgary among the top three in Canada among post-secondary institutions for annual fundraising. |
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UofC launches School of Policy StudiesProfessor Jack Mintz, former president and CEO of the C.D. Howe Institute and world-renowned fiscal and tax policy specialist, will create a new School of Policy Studies at the U of C. The school will launch with a critical mass of more than 100 scholars working in the field and will be an international centre of expertise in policy studies, including government, defence, health, economics, and energy and the environment. |
Education meets need for innovation with Canada's first online EdD in Ed. Tech.
The Faculty of Education's Graduate Division of Educational Research has added a specialization in educational technology to its online Doctor of Education (EdD) program. The specialization is in response to the growing demand for specialized knowledge of the complex role technology plays in education and training. The online EdD is the first degree of its kind in Canada. It is designed for teachers, instructors, IT professionals, administrators and others interested in the advanced study of technology and innovation and the growing demand for these in learning environments.
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Campus and Alumni Events
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Know before you go: Calgary StampedeWhat do a midway and mini doughnuts have to do with western art, rodeo and stock horses? It's a contradiction that has existed since the Calgary Stampede began and reflects this city's wide-ranging and complex vision, history and culture. In this public talk on July 9, the Faculty of Communication and Culture's Dr. Max Foran will explore these contradictions within Calgary's identity and brand, forged by the extreme popularity of an iconic image of a west that never was and doesn't exist in our urban, modern city. |
Education Summer Institute links research to practice
The Faculty of Education's popular Summer Institute takes place July 6-8 on campus, with an online component running July 6-21. The annual event brings together scholars, educators, school psychologists and others to explore a wide range of educational, psychological, workplace, community rehabilitation and technological issues with the goal of linking educational practice with new research.
Celebrating women's wisdom, resilience and compassion
The Women's Resource Centre will host an awards gala on October 18 to honour a U of C alumna and a female U of C student who have demonstrated academic and professional excellence, overcome challenges and barriers and served our community. If you know an alumna or a current female student who have exhibited professional and/or academic excellence and a dedication to their community, nominate them today. Nominations are welcomed until July 15.
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Save the dates: September 7-8Remember last year's KICKOFF party featuring a Dinos football game, a giant pancake breakfast and a rock concert? Thought it was once every 40 years? Well, KICKOFF 2007 will welcome alumni back to campus and launch another exciting academic year on September 7-8. Watch your email over the summer for more details. Here's one to whet your appetite: the Sam Roberts Band will rock on campus. |
For more events, go to http://www.ucalgary.ca/news/ucevents/
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