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April 2012, Vol 11, No 4

TEDx a big success on campus

The University of Calgary Students' Union organized a TEDx event on March 30 and three alumni speakers took part.

Alumni News

An alumni link in the chain

Two-time alumnus Dr. Jeffrey Veale, BSc'97, MD'00, completed seven kidney transplants as part of the longest kidney transplant chain in history. Learn more...

Social work grads wins award for study in Australia

Leanne Shannon, BA'92, MSw'11, will further her work in autism with the help of the Endeavour Executive Award. Learn more...

AlumNight at The Libertine

Our next young alumni networking event is coming up on April 12. This event always sells out fast, so reserve your spot today. Learn more...

The future of green business in Calgary

Join Bullfrog Power, a perk partner with the Alumni Association, along with local businesses and University of Calgary researchers for a discussion on environmental best practices and the future of corporate social responsibility in Calgary on April 18. This is a free event. RSVP to Laryssa Warne at Laryssa.warne@bullfrogpower.ca or call 403-802-4257.

Calgary Youth Science Fair

The University of Calgary is proud to sponsor and celebrate the 50th Calgary Youth Science Fair from April 18-21 in the Olympic Oval. The public is welcome to join the fun on Saturday, April 21 from 9 a.m. – noon. Beakerhead will have exciting hands-on activities for your entire family! For more information visit: www.cysf.org

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U of C News

Enbridge and the University of Calgary launch Enbridge Centre for Corporate Sustainability

This unique in Canada, independent centre will advance corporate responsibility practices nationally and internationally. Learn more...

A second chance

Education graduate student Barbara Pickering believes there is a way to support formerly incarcerated women, and to encourage the public to be more accepting of them. Learn more...

Faculty of Medicine announces new dean

Dr. Jon Meddings was appointed Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for the University of Calgary effective July 1, 2012. He is currently the faculty's vice-dean. Learn more...

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FEATURE AFFINITY PARTNER

Canada Life

Help protect your family's future with special alumni rates on term life insurance from Canada Life.

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YOU'VE GOT PERKS

Bullfrog Power

Hotel Alma

Privileged Play

More perks on and off campus...

FOLLOW ALUMNI

ALUMNI AND
CAMPUS EVENTS

APR 5		EVDS alumni event at Design Matters
APR 10		Calgary Youth Science Fair
APR 12		AlumNight at Libertine
APR 12		Computer Science alumni chapter event
APR 18		The future of green business in Calgary
APR 26		Institute for Quantum Information Science public lecture
MAY 10		Law and Medicine convocation
JUN 4-8		Convocation week

More Events...

CONTINUING EDUCATION

Celebrate the Calgary Stampede...

We've recently added a new course to our spring schedule to honour the Calgary Stampede's 100th Anniversary. It's a great opportunity to learn everything you've ever wondered about the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. The course runs Saturday mornings, starting April 28, and includes a visit to Stampede Park. The Calgary Stampede: Origins, Visions and Evolution promises to be both informative and fun. Enrol early. Space is limited.