Seminar Series

Throughout the winter semester, graduating students will have the opportunity to participate in a series of lectures brought to you by the Alumni Association and Career Services. You must register for each seminar at the links listed below. Please register today as space is limited.
*Dates, times, and location are subject to change

Financial First-Aid

Graduation is a momentous milestone, but the transition from student life to your career presents new financial challenges. Start getting your finances on-track at Financial First-Aid with our expert, Craig Groza. Craig will help you understand student loan repayments, provide budgeting tips, and help you manage post-grad financial stress.

Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Time: 12:30p.m.
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for Financial First-Aid. 

Financial Planning for the Future with Clearsight Investment

Get back in the black. Start planning your financial future with Clearsight Wellington West. A qualified and experienced Investment Advisor will explain all of your investment and retirement planning options such as RRSPS, RESPs, mutual funds, etc.

Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Time: 12:30p.m.
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for Financial Planning for the Future with Clearsight Investment.

Golf 101

Golf is an essential business skill these days. Basic technique is important, but not as important as golf course etiquette. Learn the unwritten rules of the golf course and see how your score is second to your behaviour.  Stu Chan, U of C's Head Golf Coach and C.P.G.A. Golf Professional, will prepare you for your first business meeting on the green, and will provide you with the resources to learn the technical skills of the game.

Date: Thursday, March 25, 2010
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for Golf 101.

True Colours: Understanding Your Personality and Getting it to Work for You

Discover your True Colours and dynamic keys to unlocking your personal success! With the help of the True Colours personality process, you will begin to see yourself and others in a new light and learn to improve relationships that will lead to new successes in school, at work, at home, and in life.

This seminar is hosted by Gareth McVicar from the Office of the Student Experience.

Due to popular demand, this seminar will be offered again in April.

Date: Monday, April 5, 2010
Time: 12:00-2:00pm
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for the April 5 True Colours Seminar.

Dr. Kimberley Amirault Speaks to the Class of 2010

Dr. Kimberley Amirault is renowned for her groundbreaking work in the field of performance psychology. She has helped the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, Olympic gold medal athletes and successful business people. Dr. Amirault will help graduating students and young alumni tap their unique potential to win over job interviewers and find their dream jobs.

Date: Thursday, April 8, 2010
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Location: MacEwan Hall (Hall B)

Click here to register for Dr. Kimberley Amirault Speaks to the Class of 2010.

Dress for Success

*The March 4th Dress for Success seminar has been postponed. Please check back for the rescheduled date. 

Transition seamlessly from jeans and hoodies to business attire. Join experts from Blu's and Henry Singer as they demonstrate what to wear and what not to wear to work.

Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: TBD

The Lunchtime Meeting and Dining Etiquette

What makes a good first impression? How long should a hand shake last? When should you give out your business card? Which fork should be used for salad?

Learn the answer to these questions and more so you can be as confident and professional as possible during business lunches and meetings.

A five-course mini meal will be served as Certified Etiquette Consultant Janet Watson covers the essentials of projecting a professional Image.

Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location:  TBD
Cost: TBD

Click here to register for The Lunchtime Meeting and Dining Etiquette.