Since the start of the Alumni Relations blog three-and-a-half-years ago, we have had more than one hundred different blog posts from our alumni, students, and staff! From alumni events, to behind-the-scenes peeks during Convocation and Reunion, to personal alumni biographies, the past few years have been filled with memorable posts!
We hope you have had a great time reading about all of the University's diverse and interesting alumni, as well as checking out all of the latest updates and photos from our global events.
The Alumni Relations blog releases a new post every Friday, so make sure to follow us and check back weekly for new posts. For the time being, discover more about some of the amazing people who are behind the alumni events, services, and communications!
Hi, I’m Alison Boyd, Director, Alumni Relations.
When I’m not at work, I enjoy volunteering in my community, photography and travelling around the world with my partner, Andrew.
Hi, I am Cynthia Bree
I am a rare non-alumnus of UWaterloo around here, having completed my undergraduate from Guelph-Humber and graduate school in Communications Management from McMaster. But being a non-grad gives me a fresh outsider perspective on the awesome work UWaterloo alumni do!
I am a mom to two very active kids, Bryson and Avery, and Chief Walking Companion to our yellow lab, Wrigley.
Between them and my husband Shane, we stay pretty busy and enjoy being involved in our community.
Hi, I am Dana
I have the privilege of working with you, our outstanding alumni each and every day, writing about the amazing things you are all doing after graduation. Quite arguably, the best job in the world!
My husband and I are both proud Waterloo alumni and love to travel and spend time at home. Oh, and I am a HUGE Harry Potter fan.
I
would
love
to
hear
about
the
great
things
you
are
doing
after
graduation
so
send
me
an
e-mail
anytime!
Hi, my name is L
I am a Waterloo grad and love all things Waterloo, including chasing geese, barking at squirrels and giving the doggy salute to all trees.
When I am not saving the world in my wonderwoman costume I enjoy cuddles and treats.
Don't forget to spay or neuter your pets.
I joined the Alumni Relations team in June, and although I’ve only been here a short while, I can see why there is so much pride among Waterloo Alumni. I look forward to exploring the campus, dodging geese, and checking out student and alumni events.
Outside the hours of 9-5, I’m either out walking my dog, Charlie, playing ultimate Frisbee, or planning my next road trip.
As a proud Waterloo alumnus, I love working on campus and getting to know our alumni. My job lets me work on lots of different projects and alumni events. I may be new to the Alumni Relations team, but I have worked in the Office of Advancement in the past. As a co-op student, I was in photos for various communications; see if you can find my photo on our website!
When I’m not at work, I love spending time with my family and friends, especially my Mini Goldendoodle, Parker! I love travelling (but have recently started exploring Ontario more), punk rock, and all things superhero related.
Hi! I’m Davene
I work to connect, engage and support our alumni networks around the world. UWaterloo has ten Global Alumni Chapters: San Francisco, New York, London UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing and Korea, Calgary and Vancouver. So as you can see, we are in the process of taking over the world.
Our
alumni
chapters
and
volunteers
support
our
university
in
countless
ways
and
dedicate
their
time,
talent
and
resources
to
help
enhance
Waterloo's
global
presence.
During the winter/spring of 2015, I spent 4 months living and working in Hong Kong while overseeing the University of Waterloo Hong Kong Foundation.
I'm a proud UWaterloo alumnus and big advocate for all things volunteer related (hence the job title)! Volunteerism is one of the many ways we get to interact with alumni around the globe, and I'm one of the lucky ones who gets to see this happen and find ways to empower our volunteers to be successful as they champion our mission and share our message.
In my spare time, I enjoy volunteering in the community (of course), spending time with family and friends and trying to travel as much as possible! Everywhere is on my bucket list, and I love learning about different cultures.
Hi! I'm Heather Steinmetz and I'm the new kid around in Alumni Relations. I started in August 2016 serving as the new Alumni Officer, Reunions and Events.
So far, I've had the pleasure of hosting/co-hosting Reunion Weekend, Alumni Big Ticket, Alumni Theatre Night, Fantastic Alumni Day, and more. I hope you've had a chance to experience some of these for yourself! If not, you're always invited.
When I'm not thinking of fun ways to connect with all of you, I'm spending my time getting together with family and friends, playing volleyball, making arts and craft, baking, and laughing - I've been told my laugh is quite distinguishable.
I hope to see you at our upcoming events!
I am involved in many aspects of the University, including the very exciting time of Convocation.
Most of my days are filled with assisting our alumni with the many varied queries that we receive by phone, in person, or electronically.
In my spare time I enjoy walking my two big Golden Retrievers, and riding my motorbike.