In this issue: Premier's Awards | Alumni business feature | RED highlight | Alumni programming | Get involved | Further your studies | Alumni benefits | Seneca Polytechnic news | | |
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Recommend a Seneca graduate for the 2025 Premier's Awards
Do you know a fellow Seneca graduate who has achieved outstanding success in their career and made a significant impact in their community?
We are seeking nomination recommendations for the 2025 Premier's Awards, an annual awards event recognizing Ontario college and polytechnic graduates who have made important social and economic contributions in their industry and beyond.
Seneca nominates graduates in the following six categories: Business; Community Services; Creative Arts and Design; Health Sciences; Science, Technology and Engineering; and Recent Graduate.
We would be #SenecaProud to see a Seneca graduate take home a Premier's Award in 2025.t
| Pictured above are Seneca's guests at the 2024 Premier's Awards gala (left to right): President David Agnew; Winston Stewart, Chair, Board of Governors; Mandy Hadenko-Hodgkinson, Member, Board of Governors; Nancy Naylor, Member, Board of Governors; Kirsti Clarida, Health Sciences nominee; Ginella Massa, Creative Arts and Design nominee; Kris Boyce, Business nominee; Samantha Craig-Curnow, Member, Board of Governors; Josephine Muhaya, Community Services nominee; Shawn McBurnie, Science, Technology and Engineering nominee; and Eunice Sik Tung Chow, Recent Graduate nominee. | |
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Alumni business feature: Swob Inc.
Graduates Alexander and Stephanie Florio are the co-founders of Swob Inc., an award-winning social recruitment platform that is transforming the way job seekers and employers connect.
The siblings launched their company in 2017, shortly after they both graduated from Seneca – Stephanie completed the Creative Advertising program, while Alexander studied Sports, Entertainment and Event Marketing.
Swob Inc. uses a mobile-first design that allows users to easily swipe through personalized job matches, cutting out the frustration of endless scrolling and unanswered applications. The free app helps job seekers connect directly with employers who are actively seeking talent across various industries and sectors. Together, they are committed to making the job search process more efficient and accessible.
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Support your fellow graduates and download the Swob app today.
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RED highlight
Alumni profile: Jannat Bhalla
Technology alumna Jannat Bhalla is a Harry Potter fan who likes to describe cybersecurity as a “cloak of invisibility” for an organization’s data and critical assets.
Ms. Bhalla’s training in information security gave her a strong foundation in the field, but she didn’t expect it would also lead to the removal of her own cloak — that had kept her voice hidden — and guide her toward a deeper understanding of the importance of communication and relationship building.
Read the full story
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Explore alumni programming | |
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Career Recharge
Career Recharge, presented by TD, offers free, 90-minute virtual biweekly workshops. The sessions cover in-demand job skills and relevant professional topics.
Upcoming workshops
Career Planning and Goal Setting
Tuesday, Jan. 7
6 to 7:30 p.m. EST
This workshop will explore how to craft a strategic plan to develop your career and reach your goals.
Register for Career Planning and Goal Setting
Resumé and Cover Letter Writing
Tuesday, Jan. 21
6 to 7:30 p.m. EST
This workshop will teach you how to build a resumé and cover letter that will effectively highlight your skills and experience, helping you stand out to hiring managers.
Register for Resumé and Cover Letter Writing
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Check out the workshop schedule to see the full series.
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Transform Lives: Create a Financial Aid Award for Seneca Students
Creating your own financial aid award can help to ensure Seneca students can graduate and fulfill their careers dreams!
- A great way to honour family and friends or pay tribute to a loved one’s memory
- Choose your award name and select the criteria that means the most to you
- Annual, quarterly, and monthly donation options make it easy and affordable
To learn more about creating an award, bursary or scholarship for a Seneca Polytechnic student, contact katie.colvin@senecapolytechnic.ca.
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2025 Virtual University and Degree Information Fair
Monday, Jan. 20 to Friday, Jan. 24
If you’re preparing for the next stage of your academic journey or exploring degree program options, you won’t want to miss our upcoming virtual University and Degree Information Fair. Attend live webinar sessions to connect with representatives from partner institutions and learn about diploma-to-degree pathways available in the GTA, Canada and abroad.
Register for a session
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Save the date: Open House
Saturday, April 12
9 a.m. to noon EDT
Join us in person or virtually to meet Seneca experts, attend live presentations and explore our flexible program options. We can help you take the next step in your educational journey or strengthen your resumé with a new credential.
Learn more and register
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Being a Seneca graduate means you have access to savings with TD Insurance group programs. The programs enable you to have access to preferred rates and savings on a variety of insurance options.
Find a plan suitable for your needs
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Seneca Alumni has partnered with Perkopolis to provide you with over 5,000 exclusive perks.
Follow these steps to register and contact us for your member ID.
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Seneca Polytechnic creates financial aid awards with donation from Sony Global Social Justice Fund
Seneca Polytechnic will be creating a series of financial aid awards for students through a new donation from Sony Electronics and the Sony Global Social Justice Fund, aimed at supporting social justice initiatives and educational opportunities worldwide that foster equal rights.
Read the full story
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Seneca Polytechnic named as a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for the 16th time
Seneca Polytechnic’s relentless focus on a great employee experience has been recognized once again with the institution named a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer for the 16th time.
This prestigious award is considered the benchmark for workplace best practices in Toronto and its surrounding area, honouring organizations that excel in employee experience, human resources and workplace policy.
Read the full story
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