Fall 2020

Values in action

Message from the Dean

We have a new vision, mission and values, and this issue is about how our community is living these values

Springboard to success

Creating equitable access to education

Sue Gillespie says some barriers are higher than others when it comes to education

Building community bridges

How to foster understanding

Cynthia Martin works for a community-led collaborative to make transformational change in well-being

Remember to have a life

From the nursing front lines to policy making

Sonya Pirani found balance by staying organized and asking for help when needed

Leave no one behind

Pandemic became an opportunity to help the homeless in Waterloo Region

Jessica Bondy says having integrity means helping individuals get back on their feet

It’s like mental aerobics

Co-ops reimagine work to boost cognitive abilities of older adults

Jenny Huynh and Melissa Li re-imagined their role when constraints kicked in

Why home ownership matters

Removing barriers for hundreds of families

Karen Coviello helps set up families with homes and a sense of autonomy

Shout out to Spring 2020 convocation class

Hats off to the first graduating class to celebrate during this pandemic

Class notes

Let us know what you've been up to!

Fall events

Even though events are all virtual this fall, we'd love if you could join us!

You can make a difference

Scholarships secure the foundation of our students’ educational experience.

Networking and connections

Message from the Director of Advancement

More than ever, our community needs to stay connected