Seneca Alumni E-Newsletter

July 2024

Announcing the first spring edition of RED

The first spring digital edition of RED, our award winning magazine for the Seneca community, is here! We've made some design improvements and digital enhancements and hope you enjoy the new look.

RED highlights

Our feature story is on Seneca Works, a department that connects students and graduates with work opportunities.

Read the stories of alumni like you (pictured above) whose journeys after graduation have lead them to fulfilling careers. Each alumni profile also features a video so you can get to know them.

Community is key for York Regional Police Deputy Chief Alvaro Almeida

Alumna Jannat Bhalla unlocks the power of communication

Stephanie Henry puts the pedal to the metal

Jennifer Kasper’s Law Clerk diploma led her to work on landmark class-action suits

Andrew Nayaaquino found the right flight path

You can also learn about the latest happenings at Seneca Polytechnic, learn about Seneca's steadfast donors and more.

Explore RED now

Alumni programming

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. In addition, Career Recharge partners with InStage to deliver a monthly active-learning simulation for the development of communication skills.

Upcoming workshops

The Art of Public Speaking and The Power of Storytelling Skills

Tuesday, July 2

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Led by Melanie Ng, award-winning journalist and Seneca alumni. Learn expert storytelling and practical tips for connecting with any audience.

InStage Virtual Reality Session – Interview Skills

Tuesday, July 9

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Learn effective interviewing techniques by watching an AI virtual reality mock interview and hear expert feedback.

SPONSORED BY

Learning to Speed-Read Body Language

Tuesday, July 16

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Discover how body language influences communication and learn to convey positive messages effectively.

AI Tools to Optimize Communication

Tuesday, July 30

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Explore how to leverage AI tools for professional growth and to enhance your communication skills.

Check out the workshop schedule to see the full series.

PRESENTED BY

Get involved

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
Invest in future talent with the opportunity to meet your award recipient
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 Shannon.gaskell@senecapolytechnic.ca.

Seneca Polytechnic news

David Agnew renewed as Seneca Polytechnic President

Seneca Polytechnic’s Board of Governors announced that David Agnew’s term as president has been renewed. He will continue to serve until June 30, 2028.

Read the full announcement

Seneca Sting Women's team inducted into the Toronto Sports Hall of Fame

Congratulations to the Seneca Sting women's soccer team on their induction into the Toronto Sports Hall of Fame at the Pan-Am Centre on Tuesday, June 4. The team was honoured as Toronto's "Team of the Year" following a historic 2023–2024 season.

Read the full story

Further your studies

Join us for Summer Open House

Wednesday, July 17

5 to 8 p.m., 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

Check out our professional programming starting this fall

Seneca Polytechnic’s Centre for Executive & Professional Learning specializes in courses to prepare you for leadership roles. Their flexible programming, including executive certificates, microcredentials and specialized courses, is designed for professionals seeking new industry designations.

Prepare for the next step in your career and register now to start this fall. Program options include User Experience (UX) Writing, Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG), Salesforce Administrator and Strategic Leadership. You can also explore the full suite of programming for many other options.

There’s still time to register for Seneca Polytechnic’s flexible, career-focused, part-time course offerings. Explore more than 150 part-time programs and 1,000 courses in a range of areas and credentials.

Part-time information sessions

As a Seneca Polytechnic graduate, you’ll always have options to build on your success. If you’re looking to upskill or reskill to advance in your career, Seneca has the industry-focused programs, range of credentials and flexible learning options to help you succeed. Join us for information sessions this month to connect with our team of experts and discover how Seneca can help you continue to grow.

Alumni benefits

You can take advantage of specially negotiated rates on Manulife term life insurance, income protection, major accident protection, critical illness protection and health and dental insurance.

Learn more about Manulife Financial discounts

Enjoy special pricing all season long for 2024 plays and musicals.

Book your tickets using promotion code 114584 to login.

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.

Check out other alumni benefits

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