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A lot of students want to make a difference in the world. Eric, a first year MBS student, has gone above and beyond that call. During his undergraduate studies, he spent four weeks at the University of Botswana, helping research low-cost vaccines in developing countries. Then, went back to the University of Botswana again two years later to help train PhD students in the technology while continuing his own rabies research.
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Students Nebiat Hunegnaw, Lynn-Indora Edmond, and Ariel Brown
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This trio of current KGI students and alumni utilized their data analytic skills during their internship with BioCentury. All three obtained their internships through resources provided by KGI’s Career Services. At the end of their tenure, they contributed to the American Society of Hematology (ASH) 2017 Emerging Targets publication.
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Past Professional Development Events for Students
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January 17 Mentoring Round Table
The mentoring round table with KGI Trustees and Advisory Council members was a huge success! KGI students understood the value of networking with these individuals, and enjoyed their interactions immensely. KGI Trustees and advisors found it equally important to assist students—the future leaders of the life sciences industry—by offering help and advice in their career paths.
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January 18 Mock Interviews
Each year, KGI holds a mock interview session for students with KGI Advisory Council (AC) members. This event gave KGI students practice in their interviewing skills with high-level corporate executives in a safe environment. Both the students and AC members were happy with this year's successful event.
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Past Networking Events for Alumni
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The Los Angeles KGI community had a great time networking at
DeciBio
in Santa Monica on Dec. 9
. Many alumni, current students, and industry contacts attended the networker.
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KGI's student Beer Club joined alumni at
La Verne Brewing Company
(owned by two KGI bioprocessing alumni) on Jan. 27. Thanks to Thomas Tredennick '10 of Kite Pharma (and co-owner of the brewing company) for hosting.
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Upcoming Networking Events for Alumni
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San Diego Networker
Thursday, April 5, 2017
5-7 p.m.
The Prado in Balboa Park
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#GiveTueKGI (Nov. 28-Dec. 1)
A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our #GiveTueKGI Campaign! We exceeded our fundraising goal by 50% and raised $45,194 to support student innovators, scientists, pharmacists, leaders, entrepreneurs, pioneers, researchers, and change makers. KGI is tremendously grateful to all our donors for their support in helping to change the world!
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KGI hosted its first-ever TEDxKGI event on Friday, Feb. 2, presenting thought-provoking ideas and inspiring individuals to learn new perspectives. The theme of TEDxKGI— “Shaping the Future”—coincided with KGI’s 20th Anniversary, and was the focal point for the speakers’ stories.
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Thank a Donor Day (Feb. 7-8)
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At KGI, we have a lot to be thankful for—we love our donors! Many of the items, classrooms, and lab spaces that are used everyday at KGI were funded by donors. During Thank a Donor day, 170+ students, staff, and faculty wrote thank you letters to donors, posted on social media, and said thank you in a video.
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13th Annual Research Retreat (Jan. 12)
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Academic and industrial researchers were invited to share their recent discoveries and developments at KGI's 13th Annual Research Retreat, hosted at Pomona College on Jan. 12.
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Technical Focus Friday (Feb. 16)
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The Technical Perspective Focus Friday event highlighted industry insights in clinical and regulatory affairs, medical devices and diagnostics, and pharmaceutical discover and development. It featured alumni and distinguished guests speaking about their careers, companies, and visions for the future.
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Industry Talks
Past
- Dr. Chris Rhodes, President & CEO of Drug Delivery Experts
- Charles Theuer, President & CEO of Tracon Pharma
- KJ Schmidt, Director of North American Transportation at C.H. Robinson
- James Kwok '11, Strategy Manager at Endologix
- Gene van Heeke, Senior Director of Discovery and Early Development at Ablynx
Upcoming
- Andrew Wood '16, Regulatory and Business Associate at Emmaus Life Sciences—March 5 from 12-1 p.m. Register
- Yashwanth Ravishankar '15, BAI Manager Forecasting at Amgen—March 8 from 12-1 p.m. Register
- Catherine Turkel, President of Novus Pharmaceuticals—April 18 from 12-1 p.m. Register
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Alumni in Residence: KGI alumni give back to students on career advice
Past
- James Kwok '11, Strategy Manager at Endologix
Upcoming
- Andrew Wood '16, Regulatory and Business Associate at Emmaus Life Sciences—March 5 from 1-2 p.m. Register
- Yashwanth Ravishankar '15, BAI Manager Forecasting at Amgen—March 8 from 1-2 p.m. Register
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Christa Oudshoorn-Hobo
Alumni Engagement Manager
909.607.8592
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Are you on
KGI Connected
? Get connected to former classmates, find jobs, mentor students, keep abreast of what's going on in your area!
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Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) was founded in 1997 as the first higher education institution in the United States dedicated exclusively to education and research related to the applied life sciences. Now in its 20th year, KGI offers innovative postgraduate degrees and certificates that integrate life and health sciences, business, pharmacy, and genetics, with a focus on industry projects, hands-on industry experiences, and team collaborations.
A member of The Claremont Colleges, KGI employs an entrepreneurial approach and industry connections that provide pathways for students to become leaders in applied life sciences and healthcare. KGI consists of three schools: School of Applied Life Sciences, School of Pharmacy, and the Minerva Schools at KGI. More information about KGI is available at
kgi.edu
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