Events

Information Session for Class of 2016 students - Scott Davis, Co-operative Education's Faculty Relations Manager for Arts, will speak to us about all the steps in the co-op process including your professional obligations. A question and answer period will follow the presentation. 

Talks for new students by senior students and alumni - This afternoon will feature life/work lessons from senior students about how to be a success in the public service before new students embark on their co-op interviews and subsequent government careers. There's a lunch mix and mingle during the lunch hour (12 -1). The talks will begin at 1:00 p.m. 

Speakers include:

Talk for MPS Class of 2016 - Learn all about life in local government with MPS Alumnus Jeff Bunn.  From his first co-op position at Bradford West Gwillimbury to his exciting current role as Deputy Clerk of the Town of Tillsonburg, Jeff will take you on an insightful adventure of life after MPS.

9:30 a.m. - Welcome from Associate Dean of Arts, Linda Warley, and Dean of Arts, Doug Peers

9:50 a.m. - Mandatory Academic Integrity Workshop

10:50 a.m. - Centre for Career Action presentation from Career Advisor, Stephanie Burley

11:20 a.m. - Closing remarks from Linda Warley

11:30 a.m. - Welcome BBQ in Arts Quad (rain location: SAF/HH foyer)

The Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Environment will be hosting a joint graduate information reception to provide students the opportunity to learn more about our programs.

A presentation for the MPS Class of 2017 - The MPS program welcomes Joanne Oliver, a Workforce Planning and Development Specialist, with the City of Guelph. She will discuss building a career in the municipal sector, and introduce a new outreach activity that the City of Guelph is developing. The presentation will be followed by a catered lunch.  

Info session for the MPS Class of 2017 - The MPS program warmly welcomes Vasu Daggupaty, Team Lead & Policy Advisor with the Ministry of Economic Development, Employment and Infrastructure. Mr. Daggupaty will be speaking about public service work and sharing tips about competing for public service jobs. He will also be available to answer your questions. 

Info session for the MPS Class of 2017 - The MPS program welcomes representatives from the Ontario Ministry of Finance and the Treasury Board Secretariat. They will be discussing the benefits of working for these two ministries, as well as where to find information about job opportunities and internships.    

Info Session for the MPS Class of 2017 - Learn all about working for the federal public service from former MPSers, Nicci, Alana, and Brad (Class of 2015). They will discuss their experience in Ottawa and provide you with some tips on co-op and applying to federal positions. They are also available to answer your questions.  

A presentation for current students - Prof. Henstra will be giving a special presentation about co-op presentation. With the first application period fast approaching, this presentation will help you get familiar with JobMine and the different stages of the co-op process. Please bring your questions.