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Alumni Matters - December 2014

Bergeron Centre for Engineering Excellence

From real-life Toronto phys-ed teacher to playing one on CBC's Mr. D

After spending 10 years as a high school phys-ed teacher, York alumnus Gerry Dee switched to comedy and acting full time in 2003. Recently, the educator-turned-comic-turned-TV personality (and creator, writer, and star of CBC’s hit sitcom, Mr. D) stopped by York to share his success story with students, faculty, staff, and alumni. More...

Gerry Dee

Wishing York's alumni and friends a magical holiday season

Tamil studies

Study: Concussions becoming a headache for Ontario youth, rising since 2003

Opening of Schulich campus in Hyderabad

407 ETR’s Learning Laboratory paves the way for Renaissance Engineers

Nobby Wirkowski

2014 Bryden Awards celebrate five of York University’s top alumni

 
Mont Tremblant perk

EVENTS

Markham Alumni Reception
Jan. 21, Markham, ON

Vancouver Alumni Reception
Feb. 2015, Vancouver, BC
Date TBC

Ottawa Alumni Reception
March 2015, Ottawa, ON
Date TBC

Montreal Alumni Reception
March 2015, Montreal, QC
Date TBC

Keep up with upcoming York events by visiting the Alumni Events page and the main York Events page.

DID YOU KNOW?

Say Yes to York

York grad Arié Moyal (BA '05) is hitting the road to find out the power of a hug!

Check out this Global TV video following him as he travels North America and uses the simple act to spread holiday cheer while raising awareness for mental health.

Dating after breast cancer

VIDEO: How Barbara Crow and Michael Longford are creating a legacy through planned giving

 

SEEC Executive Update

Get certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP) with Schulich continuing ed

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