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July 2009 - SFU Alumni Update E-NewsletterDocument Tools ALUMNI & CAMPUS NEWS SFU Report to the Community  SFU President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Michael Stevenson invites you to learn more about the SFU community. Meet students and alumni who are using their education to improve the world. See what SFU research is doing for you. Learn about some of the exciting new opportunities you can get involved in at SFU. View all this and more including the annual Report to Donors at www.sfu.ca/report2008.  SFU President & Friends Golf Tournament Calling all golfers… The SFU President & Friends Golf Tournament happens on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at Swaneset golf course in Pitt Meadows. Proceeds support student-athletes in the newly-reinstated SFU varsity golf program. Reserve your spot by August 16 for early-bird rates. Details at www.sfu.ca/alumni/events. Alumni Connect for Success The theme of this year’s Alumni Annual Gathering & General Meeting event was “Connect for Success”. Over 185 alumni and guests did just that while celebrating the Alumni Association's 40th anniversary on May 26 at the Segal Graduate School of Business. Check out the AGM Photo Gallery for tips from our Top 40 Under 40 guest speakers, and be sure to download the Secrets of Success from some of SFU’s most accomplished alumni. Hire an SFU Student this Summer Solve your recruiting challenges while providing valuable job opportunities for SFU students seeking summer employment or co-op placements for the Fall semester. In the words of one alumni employer, "SFU Co-op students are highly motivated, creative and are an excellent addition to our team". Local, national or international opportunities are welcome. Learn more at www.sfu.ca/wil/alumni. Alumni In-Home Office Insurance – NEW The Alumni Association’s home insurance partner, TD Insurance Meloche Monnex, is introducing a new product on July 28 designed to cover the needs of the majority of in-home business owners. In-Home Office Solution includes coverage for business property damage or losses, incidental liability protection, and coverage to help keep a business going after a loss. Learn more at www.melochemonnex.com/sfu or 1.866.269.1371. SFU Summer Programs for Kids  Kids Safety Day, Sunday July 19, 11 am – 2 pm, SFU Burnaby, AQ pond area. Health & safety demonstrations, bike safety, games, prizes and more. Register by July 16 for free pizza lunch. Details at www.sfu.ca/security.SFU Summer Camps offer fun and enriching programs for kids featuring sports, recreation, aquatics, education, outdoor adventure, music, science and more. Information and registration at www.sfu.ca/camps. PEOPLE  New building named Saywell Hall for SFU past president Bill Saywell – [more] Professor Thelma Finlayson still counseling SFU students at age 95 – [more] Hundreds attend Arthur Erickson memorial service at SFU Burnaby – [more] RESEARCH  Climate change causes major collapse of Caribbean coral reefs – [more] Bee biologist creates buzz about why we need bees on earth – [more] Health Sciences researchers promote workplace mental health – [more] UPCOMING EVENTS Details and registration: www.sfu.ca/alumni/events
Remember Your Alumni Benefits - view complete list at www.sfu.ca/alumni/alumni_perks/ * Full–service personalized financial and investment planning: Clearsight Investment Program * Rewards for you and SFU every time you charge it: SFU Alumni Association Mastercard * Home, tenant, auto, home business and travel insurance at preferred rates: TD Insurance Meloche Monnex * Term life, extended health, critical illness, dental, and disability insurance: Manulife Financial * SFU crested frames for degrees, certificates and photos: Significant Impact Leader Frames On the Move? [Click here] to update your address or contact information online with SFU Archived Alumni Updates: [Click here] to view past issues of the Alumni Update e-newsletter |