TORONTO BRANCH

The inaugural event of the Toronto Branch of the York University Alumni Association (YUAA) was held on April 5, 2001 at Gallery One in Yorkville. In attendance were Lorna R. Marsden, president and vice-chancellor; Gary J. Smith, vice-president university advancement; and more than 35 York alumni reconnecting with fellow graduates. York alumna Goldie Konopny[BFA '00 graciously offered the use of her gallery for the evening, with entertainment provided by York student and harpist, Alys Howe. The Toronto Branch of the YUAA was founded in November 2000 to provide an opportunity for 112,000 York alumni residing in the GTA to socialize and stay connected with York University.

If you are interested in future events, or in volunteering with the branch, please contact Mary Pawlus at 416-736-2100, ext. 20886 or e-mail mpawlus@yorku.ca.

1. Dr. Lorna R. Marsden (centre) with alumni.

2. Gary J. Smith, (left) vice-president university advancement.

3. Varpu Lindstrom, Chair, School of Women's Studies; Dr. Dianne Garrels, York alumna, keynote speaker; Rev. Louise Mahood, president, School of Women's Studies Alumni Chapter.

4. Rev. Louise Mahood presents Dr. Dianne Garrels with a thank you gift at May 3 event.Alumni enjoying reception at inaugural event of the Toronto Branch of the YUAA.

5. York alumna Lorraine Drumm, left, with President Marsden and ESL students in Tokyo.

6. Dr. Yoshiyuki Naito and President Marsden.

SCHOOL OF WOMEN'S STUDIES ALUMNI CHAPTER EVENT

The School of Women's Studies Chapter of the York University Alumni Association (YUAA) hosted a dinner and keynote address on Thursday, May 3, 2001, in the Faculty Club. The keynote speaker was York alumna Dianne Garrels. Garrels' topic was "Guilt is NOT our destiny". Alumni in attendance enjoyed an informative and thought-provoking evening. If you would like to participate in future events, or volunteer with the School of Women's Studies Alumni Chapter, please contact Mary Pawlus at 416-736-2100, ext. 20886 or e-mail mpawlus@yorku.ca.

TOKYO BRANCH

Twelve Canadian university presidents and vice-presidents met their Japanese counterparts at the Canadian Embassy in Tokyo in May for a two-day conference chaired jointly by York University President Dr. Lorna Marsden and Yoshiyuki Naito, president of the prestigious Tokyo Institute of Technology.

Ontario Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty was the first York alumnus out of 14 in attendance, to arrive at an alumni party held at the Canadian Embassy for participating Canadian universities after the first day of meetings. The soiree offered alumni the chance to catch up on research activities at their respective alma maters and provided a rare opportunity to meet and chat with Japanese and Canadian university presidents from across both countries, as well as fellow Japanese graduates. Effusive praise for York's ESL programs from Japanese students of York University English Language Institute (YUELI) was duly noted by the Japanese presidents.

If you are interested in future events hosted by the Tokyo Branch of the YUAA, or are interested in volunteering, please contact Mary Pawlus at 416-736-2100, ext. 20886 or e-mail mpawlus@yorku.ca or Ken Watanabe at watanabe_ken@mth.biglobe.ne.jp.

PARIS BRANCH

On Wednesday, May 30, 2001, the Paris Branch of the York University Alumni Association (YUAA) held its first "get-together" at the "Moosehead Canadian Bar". This first meeting, which took place in the heart of the 6th arrondissement of Paris, was an opportunity to bring together all of the alumni who are currently living in the French capital. There has not been a York alumni gathering in France since the receptions held two years ago at the home of the Honourable George and Helen Vari (Board of Governors member) and the residence of the Canadian Ambassador. The recent get-together held at the Moosehead helped to kick-start the Paris branch of the YUAA as the first of many events to come. Should you have any questions, comments or suggestions concerning the Paris branch of the YUAA or are interested in volunteering with the branch, contact Mary Pawlus at 416-736-2100, ext. 20886, e-mail mpawlus@yorku.ca. or Helen Kowalski at york_alumni_france@noos.fr. Photos of the May 30 pub night to follow on the York Alumni Web site www.yorku.ca/alumni.

UPCOMING EVENTS

The following upcoming events will be hosted by the YUAA during the fall of 2001:

* September 13 - Ottawa Branch Speaker Event

* October 4 - Alumni on Campus Pub Night

* October 11 - Toronto Branch Speaker Event

* October 18 - Bruce Bryden Alumni
Recognition Awards

* October 19 - School of Women's Studies Feminist Film Evening

For more information on these events, please contact Mary Pawlus at 416-736-2100, ext. 20886, e-mail mpawlus@yorku.ca or visit our Web site at www.yorku.ca/alumni.

The Bruce Bryden Alumni Recognition Awards

Thursday, October 18, 2001

Arcadian Court, 8th floor, The Bay at Queen/Bay Streets

Reception: 5:30 pm * Dinner: 6:30 pm

Tickets: $75 per person or $600 per table

Dale Lastman, Chair of the York University Alumni Association (YUAA) Board of Directors would like to invite all members of the York community to the Second Annual Bruce Bryden Alumni Recognition Awards dinner.

The Bruce Bryden Alumni Recognition Award is annually given to three outstanding alumni who have made a significant contribution to York University. The award is also given to one friend of York University who is not a graduate, but who has made a memorable and lasting contribution to the University.
This year's award recipients are:

CONTRIBUTION(alumni)

The late Carol Anne Letheren, MBA '77

former CEO/Secretary General, Canadian Olympic Association

CONTRIBUTION(friend)

Martin and Joan Goldfarb

The Goldfarb Corporation

LEADERSHIP

William Dimma, MBA'69, LLD'98

Board Chairman, Home Capital Group

ACHIEVEMENT

to be announced

The evening will include a multi-media presentation by internationally renowned York alumni who make up the Rhombus Media Group, a tribute to the late Carol Anne Letheren (former member of theYUAA Board of Directors), and of course, the presentation of awards to this year's winners.

Please join us for this entertaining and memorable evening in celebration of York University's past, present, and promising future.

Please note that tickets for last year's dinner were sold-out within two weeks, so we encourage all interested guests to contact us at their earliest possible convenience.

For tickets or sponsorship information please contact Joanna Korach,

Special Events Coordinator at 416- 736-2100, ext. 20230 or e-mail jkorach@yorku.ca.

The York University Alumni Association will be raffling a trip for two to NEW ORLEANS during half-time at the Homecoming Football Game. This weekend trip including airfare, accommodations, and transfers is valued at up to $3,500. A limited number of tickets are on-sale now for ONLY $2 each or 3 for $5.00

Contact Joanna Korach today at 416-736- 2100,
ext. 20230 or email at jkorach@yorku.ca.

Trip provided courtesy of Carlson Wagonlit Victor Travel