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1. Alumni Board Elections - Meet the Candidates
2. Annual Alumni Gathering & General Meeting - May 17
3. MBA Alumni AGM - May 17
4. April 2006 aq Magazine
5. Photo Gallery - Outstanding Alumni Awards event
6. Discover SFU Open House - June 3
7. Home Insurance Quotes On-Line
8. Mother's Day Brunch at Diamond Alumni Centre ? Sunday May 14
9. Upcoming Events
10. Recent Events - Outstanding Alumni Awards Photo Gallery
11. SFU News
1. Alumni Board Elections - Meet the Candidates
Nominations closed on April 3 for three positions on the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Three candidates were elected by acclamation: Diane Chung, BBA '03, Randy Norman, BA '95, and Tatiana Scratchley, MBA '06. Read their profiles online. Meet them in person at the Annual Alumni Gathering & General Meeting on May 17 and enjoy the wine tasting to follow. Details at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events .
2. Annual Alumni Gathering & General Meeting - May 17
Meet your alumni board, find out what's new at SFU, and hear guest speaker Dr. Peter Legge. Due to popular demand, the AGM will once again be followed by a wine tasting & hors d'oeuvres reception - the perfect opportunity to celebrate 40 years of SFU!
5:30 pm, Segal Graduate School of Business
500 Granville Street, Vancouver
AGM and Speaker: Free (but must pre-register)
Wine Tasting: $25 alumni/$35 guests
Due to liquor control and licensing board regulations, tickets will not be sold at the door. RSVP by May 9.
REGISTER at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events >>
Event sponsors: TD Meloche Monnex, Manulife Financial, BMO Mosaik MasterCard, Integral Financial, Business in Vancouver, BC Liquor Stores Get Home Safe Program.
Wine sponsors: Arrowleaf Cellars, Authentic Wine and Spirits, Cantina Breganze Wines, Di Majo Norante, Excelsior Estate, Lake Breeze Vineyards, Mionetto, Renaissance Wine Merchants, Stile Wines, Sumac Ridge Estate Winery, Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, Vino Allegro Wine Imports, Vinterra Wine Merchants, Viu Manent, Yellow Tail
3. MBA Alumni AGM - May 17
All MBA alumni are welcome to attend a brief AGM at 5:30 pm, Wednesday May 17, Segal Graduate School of Business. Following the meeting, attendees are welcome to join the Alumni Association AGM and wine tasting. Both AGM's are free, but you must pre-register and tickets must be purchased to attend the wine tasting which follows. REGISTER at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events. Questions? Call 604.268.6772.
4. April 2006 aq Magazine
Watch for your copy of the April 2006 aq Magazine arriving soon. Features include a look at the next 40 years of SFU, an update on alumni medal winners, and a closer look at Vancouver's new mayor Sam Sullivan (BBA '87). Plus alumni achievements, upcoming events, and all your benefits and services. Find aq online at www.sfu.ca/aq
5. Photo Gallery - Outstanding Alumni Awards event
Close to 300 guests were inspired by the words and wisdom of our Outstanding Alumni Award winners on February 21. See pictures from the event where we celebrated our alumni winners: Mike Cordoba, Daniel Igali, Kathy Louis, and Milton Wong. www.sfu.ca/alumni/events/oaa2005.html
6. Discover SFU Open House - June 3
Everyone is invited to DISCOVER Simon Fraser University, a one-day event showcasing SFU as an exciting locus of learning, teaching and research, and as a major contributor to its surrounding communities. The Burnaby campus will host an information and education fair, with 100+ interactive displays, events, and activities presented throughout the day. SFU campuses in Vancouver and Surrey will also be open. Mark your calendars and watch for more details in May!
7. Home Insurance Quotes On-Line
Alumni can now get quotes for your residential home insurance directly online with the Alumni Association's affinity partner TD Meloche Monnex. Web quotes are conveniently available for alumni tenants and home/condo owners at www.tdmelochemonnex.com/sfu . Check it out to see how much you can save with your alumni group plan.
8. Mother's Day Brunch at Diamond Alumni Centre - Sunday May 14
Bring your mother for a memorable meal and majestic mountain views at SFU's beautiful Diamond Alumni Centre. Mother's Day, Sunday May 14, 2006, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, SFU Burnaby campus. For information and reservations, call 604.291.4794. Visit www.sfu.ca/dac
9. Upcoming Events
Australia Alumni Events - April 12 / 18
SFU representatives will be visiting Australia to celebrate SFU's 40th anniversary with alumni and friends. Evening events are planned for Melbourne (April 12) and Sydney (April 18). Full details and online registration at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events
Japan Alumni Reception - April 26
Join SFU President Dr. Michael Stevenson in celebrating SFU's 40th anniversary at this special reception at the Canadian Embassy in Tokyo, Japan. Wednesday, April 26, 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Details and online registration at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events
Nobel Prize Lectures - April 13 / 20 / 27
Hear distinguished SFU faculty members speak on the accomplishments of Nobel Prize winners at these free lectures. Thursdays, April 13/20/27, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, SFU Harbour Centre. Reserve at 604.291.5100 or cs_hc@sfu.ca . Details at www.sfu.ca/nobelseries
Hong Kong Alumni Trip to Lamma Island - April 30
Join the SFU Hong Kong alumni group and Catherine Price, SFU Associate Director, International Alumni, for a half-day trip to Lamma Island on Sunday April 30. Meet at at 11:00 am Central Pier for 11:30 sharp departure to Sok Kwu Wan. Enjoy a seafood lunch, sightseeing, and connecting with other alumni. Family and friends are welcome. Visit www.sfu.ca/alumni/events to download PDF with full details. Register by April 22 to david_wong1@alumni.sfu.ca.
Prince George, Kamloops & Kelowna Alumni Receptions - May 1 / 2 / 3
SFU is hitting the road to visit with alumni and friends in Prince George (May 1), Kamloops (May 2), and Kelowna (May 3). Join us for these evening receptions celebrating 40 years of SFU. Catch up with fellow graduates and get the latest news on what's happening at SFU. Visit www.sfu.ca/alumni/events for details and online registration.
Annual Alumni Gathering & General Meeting (AAGGM) - May 17
Meet your alumni board, find out what's new at SFU, hear award-winning speaker Dr. Peter Legge, and relax at our popular Wine Tasting. 5:30 pm. Segal Graduate School of Business, Vancouver BC. Register at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events
Annual General Meeting for MBA Alumni - May 17
A brief AGM for MBA alumni will be held at 5:30 pm at the Segal Graduate School of Business, prior to the AAGGM.
Business Alumni and Friends Golf Tournament - May 30
Sponsorships and registrations are now being accepted for the SFU Business Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament on May 30 at the University Golf Club in Vancouver. Golfing, good food, prizes and fun, all in support of SFU Business and students. Visit http://www.sfubusiness.ca/alumni/events.php or contact anne_campbell@sfu.ca or 604.268.6772.
Downtown Alumni Group Professional Development Event - May 31
Join the Downtown Alumni Group and learn how to develop and manage projects with Priority Management, a Vancouver-based training organization that trains Fortune 600 corporations worldwide. Wednesday May 31, 6:00 pm, Room 1400 SFU Harbour Centre, 515 West Hastings. Tickets $35, includes food and beverages. Register by May 19: E-mail manthony@prioritymanagement.com or call 604.214.7772.
Public Events at SFU Harbour Centre
Visit www.harbour.sfu.ca/psa for a complete listing. Reserve seats at 604.291.5100.
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Visit http://www.sfu.ca/philosopherscafe for a calendar of upcoming events.
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