Dear alumni and friends,
My name
is Andrea Carthew and I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you as the Director of Advancement for the Faculty of Health. In my new role, I look forward to the opportunity to meet with our alumni, partners and friends to learn more about your experiences, your connections and what matters to you.
This is a critical time for the Faculty of Health as we establish new goals and ensure we align with the University’s Waterloo at 100 vision. Between UWaterloo’s Health Futures initiative and the announcement of a new hospital just north of campus, it is clear that there is a spotlight being put on health. I’m looking forward to doing my part to promote, advocate and advance the Faculty’s priorities.
While I’m new to the Faculty of Health, I am not new to the University of Waterloo. I have been with the School of Optometry and Vision Science for 20 years, where I was responsible for developing and implementing the fundraising, donor relations, alumni affairs and associated communication strategies, leveraging resources and collaborating with campus partners. This includes developing and leading all aspects of the School’s $35 million dollar fundraising campaign, which has raised more than $28 million to date. My experience at the University, in fundraising and community engagement, with a background working with a health profession, positions me well to be able to hit the ground running.
At a cornerstone of our efforts, the Advancement team will be focusing on expanding engagement opportunities and will look for ways to connect, share the Faculty’s vision and get your feedback. This includes launching a new Healthy Waterloo Initiative, which may include a well-known event such as the Fun Run! Stay tuned for more information and details throughout the coming year.
This is an exciting time for the Faculty of Health and I look forward to working together to make our vision a reality. Please feel free to connect with me anytime!
For now, take a look at other ways to support the Faculty or access professional development:
Support the Margaret Burnett Fund
Marg Burnett, who retired in 2022 as the long-time administrative officer in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Sciences, writes about the Margaret Burnett Fund:
"I was honoured to have this scholarship initiated by Waterloo colleagues, friends and family upon my retirement. I chose to direct these funds to supporting graduate students as over my 41-year-career, I was fortunate to watch first-hand how instrumental graduate students are to the success of our program. Their impact ranges from their roles as teaching assistants in our hands-on learning labs, community support of our outreach and community programs, to mentorship and leadership roles in faculty research labs, as they pursue their own research questions. Financial support for our graduate students is imperative to enable them to focus on their studies, research and leadership roles in our department."
If you'd like to make a contribution to benefit graduate students in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, please visit our Support page.
Professional development opportunities
WatSPEED
Faculty of Health alumni can receive a special discount on various non-credit courses and certificates offered by WatSPEED.
WatSPEED offers access to a variety of courses and certificate programs:
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Professional education: Designed for professionals looking to stay strong and competitive in their careers.
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Executive programs: Equip leaders to transform, compete, and thrive, while driving real-world impact in a rapidly shifting technology landscape.
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Custom training: Delivers the expertise and forward-thinking approach today’s organizations need to futureproof their workforce and keep pace with technology while driving innovation.
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Online skills training: Powered by ed2go, designed for professionals seeking online learning opportunities with the ability to study wherever and whenever they choose.
Presented by WatSPEED, the Tech Horizons Executive Forum on November 26, 2024 is a one-day exclusive event that will equip senior leaders with a better understanding of emerging technologies to give your organization a competitive edge. Faculty of Health alumni can use the promotional code "ALUMNI20" for a 20 per cent discount.
LinkedIn Learning access
Faculty of Health alumni are offered complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning ($34.99/month approximate retail value). With LinkedIn Learning, alumni can access more than 16,000 digital courses taught by industry expects to further their learning.
Access to LinkedIn Learning begins on October 1, 2024 and runs for four months. Please register to receive an activation email.
Searching for a job
If you're looking for your next career, you have access to WaterlooWorks to search for jobs specifically for Waterloo alumni. You can also post a position if you're looking to hire.
Benefits and services
We have relationships with other companies that provide alumni with opportunities for special offers. These partnerships offer alumni a special perk for being an alum.
