May 2023

The Next – Seneca’s new Strategic Plan

Last week, President Agnew unveiled Seneca's new Strategic Plan, a road map that highlights our commitment to engaging our alumni to advance your skills and careers through a great polytechnic education.

Our plan, The Next, ushers in a new branding: Seneca Polytechnic – a name that best describes our amazing community of students, alumni, employees, employers, and partners.

Hot off the airways

Hear from two of our esteemed alumni in the latest episodes of the #SenecaProud podcast with host Pat Perdue.

In episode 4, Neil Hetherington, Seneca graduate and CEO of the Daily Bread Food Bank, talks about his experience as a student at Seneca and how each of us can take steps to help end food insecurity.

Episode 5 features Winston Stewart, a member of Seneca’s Board of Governors, a graduate of the Law Enforcement program (now Police Foundations) and the founder of Wincon Security. He discusses the keys to growing a successful business, the importance of seizing the moment and the role Seneca has played in giving direction to his life.

Alumni Programming

A Guide to LinkedIn for International Students and Alumni

Wednesday, May 24

4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. EDT

Join LinkedIn Guys for a virtual workshop and learn valuable tips on how to network and job search.

Specially designed for international students and alumni, this webinar will cover:

how Canadian recruiters search for talent and what they look for
why networking is important
how interviews work in Canada

You will also learn, and role play how to:

reach out in a polite and respectful way
conduct an informational interview to learn more about the field
gain a referral to increase your chances of an interview
prepare for a successful interview

2023 Seneca Innovation Symposium

Collaboration in Action

Thursday, May 11

Noon to 5 p.m. EDT

Newnham Campus

Join Seneca Innovation as we discuss the power of collaboration in innovation, applied research and entrepreneurship.

This half-day event will kick off with a networking lunch, followed by a keynote presentation, a fireside chat and engaging sessions on applied research and entrepreneurship. We are pleased to welcome Mohammed Ashour, Co-founder and CEO of Aspire Food Group, as our keynote speaker. The event will conclude with a showcase of Seneca Innovation’s recent research projects and HELIX ventures.

Climate Café for Mother Earth

Join the Office of Sustainability, the Office of Reconciliation and Inclusion and Seneca HELIX’s HERizons for Seneca’s second Climate Café. This event provides a safe space to discuss your feelings regarding the effects of climate change and what we can do to protect Mother Earth.

Wednesday, May 17

2 to 3:30 p.m. EDT

In person: Room K2000, Seneca Innovation Open Space, Newnham Campus

Live stream: Via Zoom

Registration required before Monday, May 15.

Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided courtesy of Seneca Alumni and Seneca HELIX’s HERizons. Please bring a reusable mug.

Career Recharge, presented by TD, is an innovative initiative to help prepare for your career future, whether that means re-entering the workforce, advancing in your field, changing careers or starting a new venture. Join us for an upcoming virtual workshop.

Dismantling the Barriers of Inclusion

Tuesday, May 9

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Learn how to assess workplace processes, policies and cultures to break down barriers to access and inclusion.

Problem Solving for a Diverse World

Tuesday, May 16

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Learn problem-solving skills that center equity and justice and identify exclusionary practices through a new lens.

Interviewing – Monthly InStage Session

Tuesday, May 23

6 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Learn effective interviewing techniques by observing a live virtual reality mock interview and hearing feedback from industry experts.

Check out the workshop schedule to see the full series.

Seneca HELIX’s HERizons program is helping to dismantle gender barriers in the workplace by providing free career support and training specifically developed for women. HERizons career development sessions are designed to support women looking to enter or re-enter the workforce or advance in their current positions. 

HERizons Career Session: Get Started with LinkedIn

Thursday, May 4

7 to 8:30 p.m. EDT

LinkedIn is a professional networking site that allows you to network strategically, build and maintain relationships, and sell your skills. Those who attend this workshop will have the opportunity to book an in-person free photoshoot session to update their LinkedIn profiles at Newnham Campus on May 31.

HERizons Motivational Minutes: Promoting Female Leadership

Thursday, May 18

7 to 7:30 p.m. EDT

Learn how women can thrive in the workplace by building equitable work environments and challenging existing barriers.

HERizons Workshop: Fundamentals Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Tuesday, May. 30

7 to 8:30 p.m. EDT

Deepen understanding of human rights and inclusion principles in the workplace.

Get Involved

Pay It Forward Challenge

At Seneca, we understand that our students encounter various obstacles on their educational journey. But, if they're willing to take up the challenge of completing their Seneca education, we'll be there every step of the way to offer our support.

The Pay It Forward Challenge will support students from across our campuses by helping them where they need it most. Our objective is to raise $50,000 to empower students to achieve their aspirations and create a better future for themselves and for our communities.

Your donation will be matched — doubling the impact of your support.

To learn more about the Challenge’s key priorities and how you can help our students, click the link below.

Pay It Forward Challenge

Join Strides for Students: The Nanji Foundation Nursing Walk

Did you know that nurses walk an average of eight kilometres in a 12-hour shift?

Nurses are essential to our healthcare system, providing not only physical care but also emotional support and public health guidance to patients and their families. As the demand for healthcare rises, so does the need for nurses.

To address this crisis and ensure that our healthcare system can provide the level of care we need now and, in the future, we must take action.

That's why we're inviting our community to participate in Strides for Students: The Nanji Foundation Nursing Walk an eight-kilometre step challenge event to raise funds for the Nanji Foundation Bursary in Nursing. This bursary will support Seneca nursing students, helping to address the ongoing shortage of nurses in Ontario's healthcare system.

Our goal is to raise $5,000 in order to unlock another $5,000 gift from The Nanji Foundation, furthering the impact of your support!

For more information about the event or to register visit our website.

Hire Seneca talent

Hire fresh talent from more than 75 different academic programs. Motivated work-integrated learning (WIL) students are available for co-op opportunities for the Fall 2023 Term (September to December). Help connect job-ready students with real-world work experiences that enhance their classroom knowledge and put their skills into practice.

Seneca News and Stories

Soaring to new heights

The sky’s the limit for Julie Beverstein. The School of Aviation graduate has been a pilot for more than 22 years and has blazed a trail helping countless other women along the way.

The first female pilot on Jazz Aviation’s Flight Operations Management team — a position she started in August 2019 — also serves on the board of the Northern Lights Aero Foundation, a non-profit organization that promotes women in aviation and aerospace.

Read the full story

Hospitality graduate takes his talents (and work ethic) to Southern California

Seneca graduate Sam Kim has one piece of advice for students: Don’t be afraid to start chasing your career dreams by working in a junior position.

After all, that’s what he did – and he’s now the manager of a famous luxury hotel in Southern California.

He was recently appointed Manager of the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. The 566-room hotel plays a major role in the Hollywood social scene, annually hosting the Golden Globe Awards and a widely-attended luncheon for Academy Award nominees.

Read the full story

Further Your Studies

Thinking of starting your own business?

Save your virtual seat and register for our upcoming webinar. Learn how you can bring your business idea to the Business Management – Entrepreneurship & Innovation graduate certificate program and develop a plan that can be launched in the Canadian economic landscape.

Centre for Executive & Professional Learning

Want to learn more about our upcoming offerings? Join us for information sessions on our risk management courses or AML governance executive certificate. You can also register for our ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) speaker series taking place on Wednesday, June 7 at 6 p.m. In this talk, you’ll hear from influential people in the ESG sector, learn about their career trajectory and emerging trends in the field. You can also find out about our new ESG executive certificate, which starts this fall.

Looking for part-time learning options?

If you’re interested in taking the next step in your education or career, Seneca has the part-time programming and flexible learning options to help you achieve your goals, your way. Explore more than 150 programs and 1,000 courses in a range of areas and credentials starting this spring/summer.

Discover Seneca’s new programs

From communications and biotechnology to sustainability and immigration, develop skills to succeed in the modern workplace with Seneca's new programs. Join our upcoming webinars to connect with program experts, learn more about career opportunities and ask your questions.

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