On January 12 a devastating earthquake took place near Port-Au-Prince, Haiti. It is feared that 200,000 people lost their lives, 250,000 are suffering from injuries related to the earthquake and 1.5 million people have been left homeless. While Haitians try to rebuild their lives, fundraising to aid with relief efforts is taking place all over the world. On January 25 Bow Valley College will be hosting a Bake Sale to raise funds to be donated directly to the Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund.
What: Bake Sale Fundraiser for Haiti Disaster Relief
When: Monday, January 25, 2010
Time: NOON - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Bow Valley College, 2nd Floor Lobby, 332-6 Avenue S.E.
Another way to donate through Bow Valley College ...
The Fund Development team at Bow Valley College has generously offered to collect and submit donations made out to registered charities on behalf of alumni, staff and students of the College. Donations can be sent to:
Bow Valley College
Attn: Karen Filbert (Fund Development Office)
332 - 6 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2G 4S6
All donations received will be submitted directly to the registered charity of your choice and will demonstrate the generosity and caring of the Bow Valley College community. Funds will be collected until Friday, January 29, 2010.
As Bow Valley College President, Sharon Carry stated in her message following the earthquake: "With perhaps 200,000 lives lost and 3 million lives shattered, cash contributions to reputable relief organizations make a difference."
Up to date information on the crisis in Haiti is available at the Globe and Mail .
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Nominate an employee or co-worker today for a Reward of Recognition and Rejuvenation
The Bow Valley College Alumni Association, in partnership with the RBC Foundation, is planning to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week 2010 by recognizing the good work that BVC Alumni in helping professions are doing in the community.
If you work with or supervise an outstanding BVC graduate who is a: Health Care Aide, LPN, Education Assistant, Early Learning Child Care worker or Personal Care Attendant, please consider nominating them for one of these special rewards.
The 2010 Rewards of Recognition and Rejuvenation will be presented in the workplace between February 16-19. This year ten nominees will be presented with a certificate of recognition from BVC and RBC, a rejuvenation gift package and a copy of the nomination letter that was submitted on their behalf.
Nomination criteria is as follows:
Nominators must be ...
If you work with or supervise an outstanding BVC graduate who is a: Health Care Aide, LPN, Education Assistant, Early Learning Child Care worker or Personal Care Attendant, please consider nominating them for one of these special rewards.
The 2010 Rewards of Recognition and Rejuvenation will be presented in the workplace between February 16-19. This year ten nominees will be presented with a certificate of recognition from BVC and RBC, a rejuvenation gift package and a copy of the nomination letter that was submitted on their behalf.
Nomination criteria is as follows:
Nominators must be ...
- a supervisor, co-worker or client of the nominee
- available to co-present the reward between February 16-19, 2010
- aware that their letter of nomination will be passed on to the nominee on their behalf as part of the reward package
Nominees must ...
- have had a positive impact on the lives of co-workers, clients, visitors or the community
- have committed a selfless act which has built the morale of others
- be a graduate of Bow Valley College or AVC (Calgary)
Nomination letters summarizing the nominee's eligibility must be sent to the Bow Valley College Alumni Association (BVCAA) by Friday, January 29 at 4:00 p.m. to be considered by the selection committee. Nominators will be notified by Friday, February 5, 2010 of the top ten nominees.
*Please note that every nominee will receive a copy of their letter of nomination and a certificate of recognition, however only the top ten nominees will have a workplace presentation by the BVCAA. It is encouraged that the nominator be available to present the certificate of recognition to nominees who do not fall within the top 10.
Nominations can be sent via mail, email or fax to:
Bow Valley College Alumni Association
c/o Amanda Fusaro-Smith
6th flr, 332 - 6 Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2G 4S6
Fax: 403-297-4871 (Attn: Amanda Fusaro-Smith)
E-mail: afusaro@bowvalleycollege.ca
Lisa Ling (former co-host from The View) to speak at Tony Robbins event on March 9!
On March 9, 2010 the Power Within is presenting Tony Robbins and guests at the Telus Convention Centre for a day of inspiring presentations and valuable information-sharing. It has just been announced that former co-host of Barbara Walter's hit daytime show The View, Lisa Ling has been added to the docket to speak on World Affairs:The Significance of Global Events on our Future.The BVCAA has partnered up with the Power Within to offer reduced rates to this amazing speaker event.
Tickets for BVC Alumni and friends are $189 (a savings of $140!)
Call Peter at the Power Within today to book your seat toll free at 1-866-883-5198. To receive alumni discount tickets must be purchased over the phone.
For more details on speakers and the BVCAA discount please click here.
Volunteer Opportunity for Random Acts of Kindness Week
Random Acts of Kindness week is February 15-21, 2010 and the BVCAA is putting together a group of 10-20 alumni volunteers who would like to give back by volunteering at the Calgary Food Bank.
When: Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Time: 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Place: Calgary Food Bank, 5000 - 11 Street SE (East of Blackfoot Trail)
If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity please contact Amanda Fusaro-Smith at 403-355-4666 or alumni@bowvalleycollege.ca
Some fast facts about the Calgary Food Bank:
When: Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Time: 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Place: Calgary Food Bank, 5000 - 11 Street SE (East of Blackfoot Trail)
If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity please contact Amanda Fusaro-Smith at 403-355-4666 or alumni@bowvalleycollege.ca
Some fast facts about the Calgary Food Bank:
- Last year the Food Bank served 124,713 (40% increase over the year before)
- 41% of Food Bank clients are children
- 15,607 clients were referred by partner agencies
- 9825 family and individual referrals were made by the Food Bank to other community agencies
Help us help our fellow Calgarians by volunteering!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Congratulations Class of 2010!
The BVCAA would like to congratulate the more than 400 students who will graduate at Bow Valley College's Winter Graduation today. Welcome to the Alumni community!
The following is a short profile about Nova Lee DoBush, the valedictorian for Business and Industry; originally posted as a Media Advisory by the BVC Marketing and Communications department:
Nova Lee DoBush, like so many other Canadians, lost her job in 2009 due to the recession. Mother of two, she turned to Bow Valley College (BVC) in order to upgrade her existing skills and embark on a new career path to support her family.
On Monday, January 11, DoBush and more than 400 other students from Bow Valley College will take part in graduation ceremonies at Jack Singer Concert Hall. They'll receive their diplomas and certificates knowing that they're well equipped with job-ready skills and training.
DoBush begins a practicum in February as a Hospital Unit Clerk, joining a sector that has seen strong job growth. In its December 2009 labour force statistics, the Government of Alberta reported that the health care area has experienced some of the highest employment gains in the province.
"Bow Valley College has a Hospital Unit Clerk program that worked for me", DoBush says. "It gave me the opportunity to upgrade my skills quickly and join the workforce right away." Six months after enrolling in her program, she will represent her classmates as valedictorian for the Business and Industry department.
Students from programs in Academic Upgrading (Valedictorian: Kathleen Israel) and Health and Community Care (Valedictorian: Emily Hart) will also graduate on January 11.
The following is a short profile about Nova Lee DoBush, the valedictorian for Business and Industry; originally posted as a Media Advisory by the BVC Marketing and Communications department:
Nova Lee DoBush, like so many other Canadians, lost her job in 2009 due to the recession. Mother of two, she turned to Bow Valley College (BVC) in order to upgrade her existing skills and embark on a new career path to support her family.
On Monday, January 11, DoBush and more than 400 other students from Bow Valley College will take part in graduation ceremonies at Jack Singer Concert Hall. They'll receive their diplomas and certificates knowing that they're well equipped with job-ready skills and training.
DoBush begins a practicum in February as a Hospital Unit Clerk, joining a sector that has seen strong job growth. In its December 2009 labour force statistics, the Government of Alberta reported that the health care area has experienced some of the highest employment gains in the province.
"Bow Valley College has a Hospital Unit Clerk program that worked for me", DoBush says. "It gave me the opportunity to upgrade my skills quickly and join the workforce right away." Six months after enrolling in her program, she will represent her classmates as valedictorian for the Business and Industry department.
Students from programs in Academic Upgrading (Valedictorian: Kathleen Israel) and Health and Community Care (Valedictorian: Emily Hart) will also graduate on January 11.
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