Career Conversations Panel Series:
Career Conversations with Philosophy Graduates
Monday, January 30, 2012
2:30–4:30 pm
Harry Crowe Room (Room 109 Atkinson College)
In partnership with the Centre for Student Success, Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies.
Sponsored by York University Alumni Relations.
About the Event
Wondering what you can do with your Philosophy degree? Want to meet York Alumni and other Philosophy graduates currently enjoying exciting careers?
During this panel professionals with Philosophy degrees will share their personal stories, how their career paths took them from graduation to where they are now, what knowledge, skills and experience helped them succeed in their jobs and what types of opportunities are available for Philosophy graduates. The panel will be moderated by one of the Career Centre's team members and followed by an open forum where students will have an opportunity to ask the panelists their own questions.
Participating Panelists
Jordan H. Green
Instructional Designer, www.jordanhgreen.com
Alumnus: BA Spec. Hons Philosophy, York University, 1996
I'm in love with what I do -- and I owe that love to York University. I wanted to be an actor when I started my studies in 1996 at York, or so I thought. Little did I really know I didn't know who I was, or what I really wanted to be. But York showed me the way -- by letting me take different courses, and with the diversity of social clubs and groups, I eventually stumbled into the campus newspaper's offices, and soon discovered who I was. I am an ace communicator. I'm a wordsmith. I have a passion for deep thought, and communicating those thoughts. Since those early days, I've put my self-discovery to good work. I've been a print and broadcast journalist, a corporate communications and marketing manager, and most recently I create learning programs for the big financial firms.
Jeunesse Hosein
Barrister, Solicitor & Notary Public
Alumna: J.D., Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, 1992
I have a BA in Philosophy with a minor in
Psychology from York University and a J.D. from
Osgoode Hall Law School. I have assisted
hundreds navigate the legal system. After working
as a municipal and provincial prosecutor for about
eighteen years, I now have my own law practice.
This entrepreneurial move has allowed me to
expand and share my spiritual awareness. I am passionate about assisting people in
removing the veils that prevent them from seeing
their inner light. With Certificates in psychosomatic
therapy and life coaching, I have helped many
people shed their limiting beliefs in order to
manifest their desires. I believe that we all have
the ability to heal our minds, bodies and souls by
connecting with this light. I am a #1 bestselling co-
author of Unbreakable Spirit.
David Peck
President and Founder, SoChange
Alumnus: B.A. Philosophy, York University, 2003
David is a public speaker, lecturer, and social entrepreneur.
Since earning his Master's degree in Philosophy from the University of Guelph in 2006, he founded SoChange, a groundbreaking organization which works alongside organizations creating integrated social change campaigns and in areas such as fundraising, advocacy, and capacity building.
He currently resides in Oakville, Ontario with his wife, Elizabeth, and Spencer and Victoria.
Ken Peglar
Retired teacher, Ontario Philosophy Teachers' Association
Careers: Dramaturge, Canadian Opera Company, professional musician, high school instrumental and visual art
teacher.
In 1995, a daring principal let me offer a philosophy course - one section. 155 students signed for it. And therein lies the tale. Many teenagers are deep thinkers. But addressing the truly big questions is problematic for them because they lack the tools to help them in their search. Philosophy is just what they need. I retired in 2008 after teaching for 33 years. Being a philosophy teacher was the most fun, by far.
