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Greetings from the KPUAA Executive Director
Jeff Norris
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Dear Alumni,
Thank you to all who attended last night's KPUAA annual general meeting at Kwantlen's Surrey campus. It was an exciting night as, in addition to greetings from Dr. Alan Davis, KPU's new president; it included the announcement of the KPUAA Board of Directors election results.
As executive director of KPUAA since 2008, I am thrilled to have the honour of welcoming our newest directors: Lindsay Civitarese, Brandy Dudas, Brandon Hastings, and Debbie Langtry. Each of these volunteers brings a unique skill set and a strong commitment to their fellow alumni, the university and the community. A congratulation also goes out to our returning elected board members: Kristan Ash, Harpreet Bains, Kelsey Filion, and David Shapendonk.
I would also like to recognize the hard work and dedication of our outgoing board members: Marc Bains and Careena Sharma. While working diligently on specific alumni initiatives throughout their terms, they have been instrumental in helping to move the KPUAA mission forward. Their commitment has led to growth in all areas of KPUAA, including a marked increase in communications and alumni engagement. Alumni engagement is very important because, as ambassadors of Kwantlen Polytechnic University, alumni play an important role in addressing matters and issues that affect the university and the community, as well as raising awareness about the value of a higher education and the reputation of our institution. From all of us at KPUAA, thank you for your many hours of service and dedication to your fellow alumni and alma mater.
With the annual general meeting and elections now behind us, we can start focusing on the year ahead.
Best wishes,
Jeff Norris
Executive Director
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Alumni Association
P.S. For a complete list of KPUAA's current board of directors, including their biographies, please visit www.kwantlen.ca/alumni/about/board.
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Alumni Highlight of the Month
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Name: David Shapendonk
Kwantlen Program:
Business Management and Industrial Relations
Grad Year: 1987
Professional Title: Director, Information Systems at IMAX Corporation
Company Website: www.imax.com
David Shependonk is a Kwantlen Alum from the late 80's and volunteers for the KPU Alumni Association MORE
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Tools for Success
Soft Skills - Why they are so important in today's job market
By Sandy Chernoff, Soft Skills Consultant at Soft Skills for Success
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In this uncertain economy, businesses are very careful about how they spend their dollars. If looking for new hires, they are likely find many potential candidates who share similar educational backgrounds and levels of work experience. So how will they choose the right candidate from 20 viable resumes? Who will be the one most valuable to their organization?
Their choice is usually the individual with the best "soft skills ." That does not mean that technical and professional skills are not key - they are. However, soft skills are very individual and unique. Because of this, they can really help a job seeker or employee stand out from a crowd. MORE
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Career Services
Hot JOBS!
Check out these 5 hot new employment postings on the new and improved Career Connection Job Posting System! Alumni -- if you have not previously logged into Career Connection and would like access, please email your name, student number and email address to careers@kwantlen.ca.
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Project Coordinator/Safety Officer
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Solid Rock Steel Fabricating
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Full-Time
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Manager of Mechanical & Electrical Maintenance
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Surrey School District
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Full-Time
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Visual Merchandiser
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Jack & Jones Canada
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Full-Time
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CRM Support Analyst
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Leavitt Machinery
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Full-Time
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Logistics Coordinator
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Indochino Apparel
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Full-Time
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Career Services Events
March 5, 2013 is Career Day at KPU! If you are looking for work and want to attend this annual event on the Surrey Campus -- or would like to be an exhibitor -- please visit www.kwantlen.ca/careers for more information.
Need help with your resume, cover letter or job search? Kwantlen Career Services coordinators are available at all four Kwantlen campuses to assist you. For more information, please contact Nicole Poole, Career Services Coordinator, at 604.599.3401 or nicole.poole@kwantlen.ca
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Events
Kwantlen Leadership Conference
The 5th annual Kwantlen Polytechnic Leadership Conference for students and alumni will take place on January 26, 2013. Tickets are $20 and on sale now at: Karelo.com**Please note the early bird price of $15 applies to online sales only until December 20! Tickets can also be purchased at Kwantlen Bookstores but please note, you will be asked to fill out a registration form. If you wish, you can click here to fill it out in advance.
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Live Well
By: Stuart Chase
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Stuart Chase, Grad 2006
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In November each year, we take pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by soldiers who have put themselves at the front lines of global conflict. As the years pass, one is struck by how the rows of Vets attending Remembrance Day ceremonies look so different these days. Where once the men and women stood, many now hunch over walkers or sit in motorized scooters and wheelchairs. Not all of our parents are war veterans...MORE |
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News
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Kwantlen, in partnership with other founding members of NEVR, host successful conference, taking important first step towards a Domestic Violence Plan
The Network to Eliminate Violence in Relationships (NEVR) held its first conference/community forum, Tipping the Scales of Justice: Supporting Women, Children, and Families, at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) on November 1, 2012. MORE
Kwantlen grad named one of the Top 5 Under 5 interior designers in Canada MORE
Learning to live - Kwantlen launches adult literacy programs across the South Fraser Region
Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is partnering with community service agencies to expand an existing community-based literacy initiative in Langley to additional regions of Surrey and Richmond. Literacy is defined as the ability to understand and use printed material in daily activities - at home, in the community and at work. However, 40% of adults in BC do not have the necessary skills to read a newspaper, understand a lease, read a map or fill out a work application form, and 37% of Canadian adults have low literacy skills. MORE
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Tweets of the Month
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@missingblakes: My older sister is tired of me calling her the beta release.
@shariv67: I look so peaceful when my kids are sleeping.
@genehunter1: Twitter is the only place where you're thrilled when a complete stranger starts following you.
@Fallun_Angel: If my memory gets any worse I'll be able to plan my own surprise party.
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KPUAA's mission is to bring together Kwantlen alumni and help them build lifelong relationships with the university and the community, increasing the institution's reputation and the impact that graduates have on Kwantlen and the world.
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Alumni Professional Directory
Did you know KPUAA offers a free professional listing to all alumni, whether they are business owners, consultants or company employees? In addition to providing great networking opportunities, the alumni professional directory is a way for Kwantlen alumni to support one another and, in some cases, offer fellow alumni discounts on products and services. For more information, please View/Search the Kwantlen Alumni Professional Directory. | |
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Alumni Association
12666 72nd Avenue,
Surrey, BC V3W 2M8
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