King's Herald - Fall 2012

king’s herald Fall 2012

A magazine for alumni and friends of King’s University College at Western University Canada

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Making it look easy

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Beyond the bench

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Homecoming 2012

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Milestones

King’s Connect

iPad draw

The Editor Writes..................................................................................4

The next address update draw will take place December 1, 2012.

From the Principal’s Desk......................................................................7

This year’s prize will be the newest version of the iPad. Keep us informed for your chance to win! One entry allowed per alum. The winner will be contacted. Update your contact information atwww.kings.uwo.ca/alumni

Faculty Publications..............................................................................8 Social Networking................................................................................9 President’s Message...........................................................................11 Upcoming Alumni Events....................................................................12 Events Recap......................................................................................14 Young Alumni Award..........................................................................22

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King’sConnect The Editor Writes

PHOTO: Claus Andersen

By Erin Lawson

Robin Ellis and Erin Lawson

It is hard to miss our student athletes at King’s. They are part of the wonderful, diverse mix of students that enhance the spirit of community within the College. King’s has developed its curriculum, student services and Campus Ministry out of a concern for the development of students as whole persons and daily we see the development of the academic, social, spiritual and physical aspects of all our students. We see this development in so many ways: at the Feast of Christ the King, when we recognize our student scholars; at our annual Cultural Festival, when our students teach us about the songs and dance that are important to them; through the music of our Chamber Choir and the theatrics of the King’s Players. The participation in student government, clubs and volunteer work in

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the community are supported by King’s commitment to a vital academic community.

Team and individual sports are an important part of this mix.

Before coming to King’s, I was aware that the College was a popular choice for a number of Mustangs athletes. What I did not fully appreciate was why they chose King’s. The compact campus, small classes, helpful staff and faculty who know their students and encourage participation in class, support all our students who juggle very full schedules of academics, athletics and often work. Mustang coaches are aware of the guidance that student athletes receive at King’s, and bring new recruits on campus to learn about all that King’s has to offer.

I attended the 2011-12 Western Mustangs Athletic Awards Banquet when King’s student Keaton Turkiewicz ’12 was recognized with the Dr. Claude Brown Memorial Trophy for the male student-athlete who has made the greatest contribution to Intercollegiate Athletics within the University. During his acceptance remarks, Keaton mentioned Robin Ellis, admissions and liaison coordinator at King’s, and told us all “she is a saint!”. Robin is usually the first person that prospective student athletes meet when they come to King’s, and she remains a resource, fan, sounding board, counsellor and advocate for them throughout their years at King’s.

I invite you to join us on Homecoming weekend in the King’s tent at the football game to cheer on our student athletes.

King’sConnect King’s University College Students’ Council Update

By David Ennett, KUCSC President

The 2011-2012 academic year was very successful for the King’s University College Students’ Council (KUCSC).

This year we invited many prestigious, and socially just speakers to speak at King’s, including Maude Barlow, Ilana Lewis, Luca “Lazylegz” Patuelli and Cornel West. King’s Players held an incredibly successful play, performing The Boyfriend to near sold out crowds.

For the first time in the history of the College, we sent a delegation of ten students to Harvard to compete in their Model United Nations competition which led to the reestablishment of a permanent Debating Society at King’s.

Under the leadership of our charity commissioners, we raised over $30,000 for charity (including over $10,000 raised at Relay for Life). Council continued its commitment to the Darryl J. King Student Life Centre by donating $200,000 to the project – making our total contribution over $2.6 million.

Council also donated $4,000 for the College to build a shelter for the shuttle bus stop.

This year’s council executive has the most women in the history of the KUCSC; Bri Newman (vice-president events), Azra Avdagic (vice-president communications), Dominique McKee (vice-president student

From left: Bri Newman (incoming events), Erin Gamble (outgoing events), Adam Postalian ‘12 (outgoing finance), Shelley Robson (incoming finance), Barshan Quadry ’12 (outgoing president), David Ennett (incoming president), Azra Avdagic (incoming vp communications), Jeremy Santucci ‘12 (outgoing vp communications), Dominique McKee (incoming vp student issues) , Amy Wood (outgoing student issues)

issues) and Shelley Robson (vice-president finance) comprise four out of five executive positions. This is the first time in the history of the KUCSC that only one male has served on the executive. David Ennett is the president of KUCSC and notes that, if anything, by the end of the year he will have enhanced his diplomacy skills.

Council is looking forward to many great initiatives including more collaboration with the affiliate University Colleges, Huron and

Brescia, for events, a strong speaker series, a delegation to McGill’s Model United Nations, a combined History and Political Science trip to Washington and much more. Council is looking forward to bringing back the annual yearbook and creating an online website for our clothing store, The King’s Connection. We encourage you to keep in touch with Council – you can follow our activity at www.kucsc.com. As always if you have any questions or comments we would love to hear from you, email us at communications@kucsc.com

Relay for Life

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King’sConnect Catholic Studies for Teachers alumna recognized by OECTA At a ceremony held by Western’s Faculty of Education, King’s Catholic Studies for Teachers program alumna Kasia Surowaniec ’11 was recognized for her leadership and academic achievements.

Surwaniec received the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) Award, which was established to acknowledge the academic excellence of a student who qualifies to teach in Roman Catholic Secondary Schools. The award also recognizes a student who demonstrates an enthusiastic attitude toward teaching, positive leadership, and excellence in scholarship.

In June 2011, Surowaniec was among the first graduating class of three students (with Nicole Denomy and Christina Palmieri). Surowaniec

notes that she and her classmates are “great advocates for the program.” All three are graduated from teachers college in June 2012.

“King’s prepared me well,” she explains.

“I could answer any of the questions the kids could throw at me because of Father Michael Bechard’s (chaplain, campus ministry) class. I could ask him anything. The service learning component equipped us so well – I knew a lot going into the [Faculty of Education] program including social morals of teaching and classroom management. Larry [Langan] (coordinator of service learning for the Catholic Studies for Teachers program) is awesome and prepared us very well,” she continues.

Jack Palmer, left, and Margaret McNay, middle, were on hand as Kasia Surowaniec received the Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) Award

Surowaniec was nominated by Jack Palmer, a religion teacher in the Faculty of Education.

Incoming student named to Canada’s Top 20 under 20 Since the age of six, Aurora High School student Brooke Harrison has had a drive to give back, and in June 2012 was recognized for her efforts.

Named to Canada’s Top 20 Under 20 list, Harrison is set to join the King’s Social Justice and Peace Studies program this fall.

Founded by Youth in Motion, the Top 20 Under 20 was created to celebrate and honour Canadians who have demonstrated a significant level of innovation, leadership and achievement, but have not yet reached the age of 20. All of these traits describe Harrison who has developed and sold Cookin’ in Brooke’s Kitchen 1 & 2 in support of childhood leukemia research, has sold recycled jewellery and organized golf tournaments raising over $150,000 for the Philip Aziz Centre (a home hospice care centre for those with HIV, AIDS and cancer), and most recently worked to help northern fly-in communities, collecting over 1,000 backpacks loaded with books, toys and educational items. The King’s community will welcome Harrison to the College in September.

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King’sConnect From the Principal’s Desk

By David Sylvester

Chris Roney

PHOTO: Claus Andersen

accomplished scholars, student leaders and alumni.

Faster, higher, smarter – celebrating our student athletes You can see them come out of the woodwork as game day approaches, those purple team jackets and intramural uniforms worn by the students with the increasingly-focused, competitive, gaze. While King’s boasts no varsity team or recreational league of its own, sport is alive and well at Epworth and Waterloo. The campus is home to a remarkable number of student-athletes who study and live at King’s and who wear the Mustang purple. They are outnumbered only by the increasing number of students who take to the field, the court, the rink, and the water just for fun. In all ways, this is a good thing for King’s, for Western, and most importantly, for our students.

The student athlete embodies what a King’s education is all about: the education of the whole person and the pursuit of excellence.

They are, by nature, engaged in the life of the University. Varsity athletes carry an added responsibility as the physical, intellectual and time commitments require unwavering dedication in the classroom and on the pitch. All these student athletes enrich our community in myriad ways and forge the habits that will serve them during their university years and beyond. It should come as no surprise that many of these young men and women number among King’s most

No one understands better the role of sport in achieving balance and educating leaders of tomorrow than Thérèse Quigley, Western’s director of sports and recreation services.

Thérèse began her studies at King’s before transferring to Western to complete her degree in kinesiology. During her studies, she led the Mustangs women’s volleyball team to five national finals and two championships. An all-Canadian and international level student athlete, and subsequently an award-winning coach and athletic director, Thérèse is now a respected administrator responsible not only for the Mustangs competitive teams but also the university’s recreational initiatives. She is a big part of King’s growing partnership with Western to challenge and support its recreational and varsity student athletes. She understands the power of sports, and she understands the King’s advantage.

To my mind, King’s is an ideal home for the student athlete because we are a community that celebrates achievement and recognizes the integrative nature of learning. This method of learning is illustrated through our acknowledgment and support of student athletes and through our many programs in community and international experiential learning, campus ministry, and teacher preparation. Our faculty and staff understand this goal and work to challenge and inspire students as individuals both inside and outside of the classroom. King’s exists to educate graduates who are competent, creative and compassionate. Sport provides an important opportunity for King’s students to recognize these qualities within themselves and to develop more deeply the character, discipline, teamwork, passion, and ‘smarts’ that will serve them for many years to come.

Teaching Award of Excellence With style and enthusiasm, King’s faculty member Chris Roney consistently leads classes that foster critical thinking and inspire students to learn.

Roney is a member of the Department of Psychology and was awarded the King’s Teaching Award of Excellence for his efforts during spring Convocation.

Testimonials from students and colleagues alike attest to his energy and genuine interest in not only the topics discussed, but also for the students he guides.

His engaging and accessible style is appreciated by many as is the classroom setting he creates.

“He fostered an environment of free exchange of ideas between student and teacher,” noted one student.

“He engendered an environment of nonjudgement that encouraged students to participate.” This setting nurtured critical thinking and engaged students. As one student put it, he “fosters the highest quality of learning, one that engenders self-reliance, but also the wisdom to know when and from whom to seek advice.”

Roney also shines outside of the classroom with impressive research productivity and a desire to engage with students.

He regularly contributes to the King’s Psychology Club and is known for his willingness to assist students, taking hours to meet after class and even emailing on weekends. Truly a well-rounded professor, researcher, advisor and colleague, he is a deserving recipient of the King’s Teaching Award of Excellence.

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King’sConnect Faculty Publications

Antonio Calcagno

Steve Didham

Susan Small

Bruneault, F., Morin, M., Barber, D. C., Angus, I., Klaskow, T., Babich, B., ... Busch, T. W. (2011).

Canadian Journal of Continental Philosophy (1st ed., Vol. 15) (A. Calcagno, Ed.). Symposium.

Didham, S., Dromgole, L., Csiernik, R., Karley, M. L., & Hurley, D. (2011). “Trauma Exposure and the Social Work Practicum.” Journal of Teaching in Social Work. 31. 523-537.

Tanke, J., Mcquillan, C., Rockhill, G., Newmark, K., Howells, C., Milne, P., ... Mensch, J .

(2011). Canadian Journal of Continental Philosophy (2nd ed., Vol. 15) (A. Calcagno, Ed.).

Symposium.

Darcy Harris

Classen, A., & Margolis, N. (2011). Chapter 8: Cliges Un-cut: Some Notes on the Battlefields in Chretien de Troyes Cliges. In War and peace: Critical issues in European societies and literature 800-1800 (pp. 253-275). Berlin: De Gruyter.

Baccarini, E., & Ales, B. A. (2011). Solidarity versus Love: Husserl and Stein on what most intensely and phenomenologically constitutes a Community. In Persona, logos, relazione: Una fenomenologia plurale : Scritti in onore di Angela Ales Bello (pp. 566-597). Roma: Città nuova.

Julius-Kei Kato

Rick Csiernik

Nicholas Skinner

Csiernik, R. (2011). Substance use and abuse: Everything matters. Toronto, ON: Canadian Scholars’ Press, 2011.

Skinner, N. F. (2012). Chapter Nineteen: “Let Such Teach Others who Themselves Excel: Best Teaching Practices for Psychology.” In S. McCarthy, K. L. Dickson, J. Cranney, A. Trapp, & V. Karandashev (Eds.), Teaching psychology around the world: Volume 3 (pp. 275-289).

Newcastle upon Tyne: Cambridge Scholars.

Csiernik, R., Forchuk, C., & Jensen, E. (Eds.).

(2011). Homelessness, housing, and mental health: Finding truths—creating change.

Toronto, ON: Canadian Scholars’ Press, 2011.

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Winokuer, H. R., & Harris, D. Principles and Practice of Grief Counseling. New York, NY: Springer Publishing Company, 2012.

Kato, J. (2012). How immigrant Christians living in mixed cultures interpret their religion: Asian-American diasporic hybridity and its implications for hermeneutics. Lewiston, NY: Edwin Mellen Press.

Ayoub Yousefi Yousefi, A. (2011). The impact of information and communication technology on economic growth: Evidence from developed and developing countries. Economics of Innovation and New Technology, 20(6), 581-596.

Jim Zucchero Canton, L., Cusmano, D., Mirolla, M., & Zucchero, J. (Eds.). (2012). Behind Barbed Wire. Toronto: Guernica Editions. 978.

Zucchero, J. (2012). Giorgio Agamben, Modern Sovereingty and the Camps: A Challenge for Canada. In L. Canton (Author), Beyond barbed wire: Essays on the internment of Italian Canadians (pp. 31-40). Toronto: Guernica Editions

King’sConnect Social Networking

Making a difference locally and abroad: Updates from social work graduates, Barb Humenjuk (BSW ’08; MSW ’10) and Lois Wey (BSW ’77) Barbara Humenjuk (BSW ’08; MSW ’10) is working in three of the most northern communities in Canada: Arctic Bay (her home community), Resolute Bay and Grise Fiord. Humenjuk’s social work position came with a Ford Escape, a 4-wheeler and a snowmobile, and she shares an office with a mental health nurse.

According to Humenjuk, completing both a BSW and MSW at King’s helped prepare her for her Arctic adventure in that the School of Social Work and its professors consistently encouraged her to think outside the box. This is what she is required to do on a daily basis. “I am it” says Humenjuk, “there is only me and I have to come up with the solutions. While at times the authority I have been bestowed is daunting, I embrace the autonomy given to me and the latitude to be as creative as needed in finding lasting solutions to problems that present themselves. It is truly an honour and a pleasure to be the social worker for these communities and I look forward to another year.”

Humenjuk would encourage King’s graduates to apply for positions in the Arctic as she feels the experience is second to none. “The learning curve is steep, the culture is amazing, the isolation is palpable, and let’s not forget the language barriers, but you will come away with a truly awesome experience and you didn’t have to leave the country.”

Lois (James) Wey (BSW ‘77) (MSW ’81 from Wilfrid Laurier University) celebrates 35 years in the social work field this year. Wey was employed

Barb Humenjuk (BSW ’08; MSW ’10)

Lois Wey (BSW ’77)

for 25 years at Family Service London. Since 2002, Wey has been the manager of counselling and accessibility services at Fanshawe College, London, Ontario.

Throughout her career, Wey has been awarded the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal, Family Service Ontario’s Leadership Award, and an award from London Police Services in recognition of her service as Chair of the Professional Advisory Council for Family Consultants and Victim Services.

Wey has volunteered with Sleeping Children Around the World (SCAW), travelling to Uganda in 1997 and 2002, and to Sri Lanka in 2007 to assist with the distribution of ‘bed kits’ to over 15,000 needy children and their families. According to Wey, SCAW is a fantastic charity, where 100% of donations reach children in need. Volunteers, located in Toronto administer the donations. Funds are sent directly to a team of volunteers overseas who then travel to the country to ensure that the bed kits are received by registered children. Designated volunteers research, purchase and package the bed kits for distribution. According to Wey, “It is a humbling and rewarding experience to travel to small rural villages with our overseas hosts, meet the children and parents, and see the joy in their faces when they receive their gift.” Kits are tailored to the needs of each country, but generally include a mattress, pillow, mosquito net, sheets or blankets, school supplies and at least one new outfit. SCAW conducts all fundraising through word of mouth.

For more information, visit the website: www.scaw.org For information about the BSW and MSW program, visit: www.kings.uwo.ca/socialwork. Please visit the Homecoming and upcoming events pages for Social Work event information (page 12 and 15).

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King’sConnect SPARK! Conference Another successful event hosted by King’s and the Thames Valley District School Board

On May 2 and 3, 2012, King’s, in partnership with the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB), hosted the second annual SPARK conference where more than 500 gifted students from across the TVDSB participated in a wide range of workshops exploring creativity and innovation.

“Our goal is to create a spark for students who have a range of talents and gifts,” says Tracy Cunningham, associate registrar. “We want to create opportunities to help inspire these students to continue to explore their own emotional and aesthetic interests, and to enable and encourage them to pursue these interests beyond the two-day conference.”

This event is a collaborative effort between TVDSB and King’s – a partnership that is extremely valued by King’s. “From a recruitment perspective, we appreciate and are delighted to have the opportunity to have these local, extremely bright and energetic students on our campus a year or two before they are making their decisions about university,” notes Cunningham.

Sean Mattys, gifted itinerant teacher with the TVDSB, works very closely with the Registrar’s Office to create a diverse and interesting palate of workshops from which the students are able to select. The conference featured more than 100 interactive workshops ranging in themes from DJing, global food systems, salsa dancing, cooking, chess, and martial arts. This year, the conference also played host to inspiring speakers and performers like internationally acclaimed slam poet Ian Keteku, noted environmentalist Tzeporah Berman, storm chaser George Kourounis and Juno Award winner Buck 65.

CTBU and DUFE graduation dinner King’s University College administrators and faculty celebrated with graduating students from King’s partner universities, the Dongbei University of Finance and Economics (DUFE) and Chongqing University of Technology and Business (CTBU), at a graduation dinner held on Thursday, April 12, 2012. Nine students from DUFE graduated with a Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies (BMOS) degree in Finance and Administration or a Bachelor of Arts in Honours Economics. Twenty-five students from CTBU graduated with a BMOS degree in Global Commerce and Finance.

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King’sConnect President’s Message

Erynne Gilpin ’12 (centre) at the Peoples’ Summit in Brazil

Jen MacRae ’96, President King’s University College Alumni Association

^ The People’s Summit In June 2012, Erynne Gilpin ’12 traveled with ten other Canadian representatives from the Canadian Catholic Social Justice Organization Development and Peace to the Peoples’ Summit at the Rio Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

PHOTO: Claus Andersen

Time to start a conversation?

You just never know where a phone call might lead.

A few months ago, I phoned a colleague in community relations to talk about a work-related matter. As we neared the end of our chat, somehow the topic of volunteering at King’s came up. By the end of the call, we were walking through the paperwork to apply for a donation from my employer to King’s.

It turns out our company provides grants to the organizations where its employees volunteer. And that’s just one example of the support provided to our communities through hundreds of eligible charities across Canada. Though I was aware of some of the more visible programs, like matching funds and corporate donations, I was surprised and inspired to learn of the value my employer places on individuals giving back with their time and talent.

Erynne worked as an official translator and spent her days with the impending Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, here in Canada, Indigenous delegates from Masai communities in Tanzania and Kenya, leaders from the Womyn’s Indigenous Amazonian Organization and other leaders from around the world, working within the local and global scales, in order to address climate change.

She ended her time in Brazil with a three day participatory visit at the School of the Landless Workers Movement in Sao Paulo.

In September, Erynne will live in San Salvador, El Salvador for a year as the Rotary Peace Ambassadorial Scholar of 2012-2013. Erynne will attend the University of Central America enrolled in Spanish, Sustainable Rural Development and Liberation Theology. Erynne feels that the Social Justice and Peace Studies program at King’s offered her invaluable learning opportunities which have embedded their meaning in how she exists in the world. She is grateful for the support, challenges and growth that King’s provided.

I encourage you to find out what your organization does to promote volunteerism and community building. You may be pleasantly surprised like I was. If programs like these don’t exist where you work, maybe it’s time to start a conversation. ***** This fall marks the end of my term on the Alumni Association Board.

It’s been a wonderful six years working with such passionate and dedicated volunteers and staff. I feel more connected to King’s now than ever before and I look forward to staying involved with the King’s community for many years to come.

^ First international alumni Chapter created Bermudian Sherlrina Thomas took it upon herself to develop and launch the Caribbean Chapter of the King’s Alumni Association – a first of its kind internationally.

Photo from left: Sherlrina Thomas, Erin Lawson and Tracy Cunningham ’97 (associate registrar)

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Upcoming Alumni Events For further details please visit the King’s University College alumni events page at www.kings.uwo.ca/alumni or contact the Office of Alumni Affairs at kcalumni@uwo.ca or 1-800-265-4406 x4502

September n Henry V at Stratford Festival – Sunday, September 16. King’s University College and professor Paul Werstine invite you to the Stratford Shakespeare Festival for lunch in the Marquee Room and a discussion of Shakespeare’s Henry V. Afterward, enjoy the performance from prime seats at the Festival Theatre. Lunch at 12:30 p.m. Play begins at 2 p.m. Tickets are limited.

Join Paul Werstine September 16 for Stratford’s Henry V

the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. To register and for information on how to get involved with training runs, held at King’s, contact the Office of Alumni Affairs.

October n Ottawa Chapter event – Thursday, October 25, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. The Ottawa Chapter will host a tour of the First Peoples Hall at the Canadian Museum of Civilization which highlights the culture, history and art of Canada’s First Peoples. Morgan Baillargeon ’78, a specialist in traditional aboriginal art and the curator of ethnology at the museum, will give a talk about his work on the exhibit.

Afterwards, join Ottawa alumni & friends for snacks at a local pub with a question and answer period with Morgan Baillargeon.

Free admission, limited spots available.

November n 17th Annual King’s Golf Classic – Monday, September 24, Highland Country Club.

For registration or sponsorship information please contact Kelly Schaus at kschaus2@uwo.ca n Homecoming 2012 – Friday, September 28 – Sunday, September 30.

Full Homecoming event listing on page 25. n CIBC Run for the Cure with the London Chapter – Sunday, September 30. Alumni and friends are invited to show off their running prowess in support of

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n Hamilton Chapter event – Thursday, November 8. The Hamilton Chapter will host professor Nick Skinner at the Art Gallery of Hamilton for his talk “Academic Folk Wisdom: Fact, Fiction and Falderal”. In 2000, Skinner was the recipient of the Canadian Psychology Association Award for Distinguished Contribution to Psychology in Education and Training. He has been teaching at King’s for 40 years, presented over 100 conference papers, and published over 50 articles and chapters in numerous publications. n 9th annual Social Work Research Day – Friday, November 2. Come out and celebrate research in the social work community. If you are interested in presenting or attending the event, please visit www.kings.uwo.ca/researchday

Skinner will deliver one of his great lectures November 8 in Hamilton

2012 Homecoming

September

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2012 Convocation

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June

Events Recap Alumni lunch on Bay Street – A group of King’s alumni who work in downtown Toronto gathered for lunch to connect, reminisce and catch up with King’s. The event was generously hosted by Tim Wasik ‘92 at his Barclay Capital office on Bay Street Trevor Hunter ‘92, BMOS professor, attended the lunch with David Sylvester and Erin Lawson. The get together marked the beginning of an annual tradition.

(Photo below, from left to right: Derek Templeton ’07, Amdi Zeneli ’07, Michael Buba-Grapko ’07.)

Calgary last stop for Snyder road trip – The Theology of Marriage Road Trip with professor John Snyder made a final stop in Calgary on April 19, 2012. Before his talk on the changes in marriage, dating and sexuality over the past 40 years, Snyder told the group that he had just taught his last class in the Theology of Marriage earlier that week. Conversations continued after the presentation at the Hotel Le Germain. (Photo from left: Tumer Bahcheli ‘78, John Snyder, Joe Lamantia ’77) 14

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Spring Convocation – The Alumni Association welcomed approximately 500 new members on June 12 as the first graduates of 2012 received their degree during a ceremony at Alumni Hall. Following Convocation a record number of graduates and their families gathered in Labatt Hall for a reception.

Alumni Association Board retreat – At the Alumni Association Board retreat, held in April 2012 at the Ivey Spencer Leadership Centre, the Board pledged a gift of $25,000 towards the Student Life Campaign. The gift marks the first donation of the 2012/2013 year and was made possible through the affinity partner relationship with TD Insurance Meloche Monnex. (Photo from left: Chris Makuch ‘93, Ryan McMurray ‘08, Natalie Mak ‘10, Mary O’Connor ‘10, Shauna Eastman ‘11, and Erin Lawson.

In front, Jen MacRae ‘96)

King’s celebrates International Women’s Day – On March 8th, alumni, staff and friends of King’s gathered on campus in the Vitali Student Lounge to celebrate International Women’s Day. The women enjoyed John Snyder’s talk on the Theology of Marriage and a delicious lunch. This event provides a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends and connect with new friends all in celebration of women. (Photo from left: Phyllis Fidler ’04, Renée Soulodre-La France, Erma Jacob ‘94) London Chapter enjoys Fire Roasted Coffee – The London chapter hosted a coffee tasting and brewing class at Fire Roasted Coffee Company on Saturday, April 21, 2012. Located at the Western Fair Farmers’ Market, a group of alumni and friends of King’s enjoyed an afternoon of fellowship, fun and plenty of coffee!

London Chapter beach day – The London chapter hosted its 2nd annual beach day in Port Stanley on Saturday, July 28, 2012. Alumni and friends gathered on Port Stanley’s beach near GT’s beach pub for a day of sun and summer activities.

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Sociology graduate Gillian McCallum ’08 personifies many core tenets of King’s University College including the education of mind and body, and the pursuit to give back to the community. A two-sport athlete, McCallum excelled in competition and now works to advance the sport she loves and the lives of people in her community.

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McCallum kept a busy schedule during her time on campus spending five years as a member of the Western Mustangs women’s rugby and wrestling squads. “They were great cross-training for each other,” she laughs. “It definitely helped develop my time management skills.” These skills clearly paid dividends with back-to-back championships, an undefeated season, and a trip to the allstar team at nationals.

“King’s was very supportive of my athletic activities,” she admits. “We went to the [national] finals each of the years for rugby and this often competed with mid-terms but our professors were very accommodating, allowing us to have proctored exams.”

Moving forward, wearing scrum or thinking cap Doing much more than try, Gillian McCallum (’08) works to advance the sport and young players.

PHOTO: Claus Andersen

She goes on to note how these team sports developed her interpersonal skills and especially her sense of balance. “We were pulled in many directions and having a successful program meant pressure to succeed academically as well.” Something that the King’s community clearly helped facilitate.

Noting that rugby is where “her love lives”, McCallum has remained tremendously involved in the sport and has moved from the pitch to the boardroom. She recently entered a two-year term as the director of junior women (under 18) for Rugby Ontario.

“Rugby premiers at the Olympics in 2016 and it is my goal to get as many Ontario

players in Canadian jerseys as possible.”

McCallum started volunteering with the organization while at Western, coaching the Southwest team at the Ontario Summer Games (2010) and has been involved ever since. “I wanted to give back to a sport that has given so much to me.”

As director, McCallum also wants to engage more young women in the sport, making it more financially accessible. “I want to look at sponsorship or changes in programs to reduce cost,” she notes. “I want all players to be successful regardless of their background.”

McCallum credits much of her drive and success to a mentor and coach Natascha

Wesch. “Growing up, she was my coach and watching her balance her coaching duties, volunteer activities and the pursuit of a PhD was inspiring.” Clearly this drive and ambition rubbed off as McCallum recently tackled another challenge, graduating with her Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University. “I really wanted to pursue a career in a helping profession,” something she realized at her part-time job in London’s Victoria hospital; a role she still holds.

With a game-plan to push the sport forward and a track record of excellence, McCallum will no doubt be a role model for other young rugby players and future leaders.

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Making it look easy with teamwork Cara Moir is a World Synchronized Skating Champion, and says she couldn’t have done it without the support at King’s.

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Huge effort is put into figure skating, with the ultimate goal of making it look easy.

Cara Moir knows all about making it look easy.

For as long as she can remember, figure skating has been a big part of her and her family’s lives. Actually, that’s an understatement – more accurately, the lives of the Moir family have revolved around figure skating. Many would agree, Cara Moir’s family is the glue that keeps the figure skating community together, in Ilderton and beyond.

Her mother and aunt are known throughout the Canadian figure skating community as the dynamo coaching duo, the Moir twins. Her cousin, Scott Moir, of the highly decorated ice dance team, was honoured with Olympic gold in 2010. Both of her sisters are well known around the rink for their powerhouse skating skills and, more recently, effective coaching techniques. Cara Moir’s father, without even practicing the sport, is Skate Canada’s go-to volunteer for large scale events across the country.

Of course, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Just like her family, Moir’s contribution to her sport is immense. Her niche in the sport is synchronized skating, and has earned her the absolute highest honour in the sport: world champion.

If you’ve never seen synchronized skating in action, picture up to 20 skaters moving as one flowing unit on ice, completing intricate footwork in different formations like circles, lines, blocks, wheels, and even intersections.

Now, add in high speeds, sharp skate blades, lifts, and turns called twizzles, counters, and rockers. Picture all of this happening at the same time (by 20 athletes!). Oh, and picture all of this looking easy, too. Easier said than done, that’s for sure.

When Moir came to King’s from 2004 to 2007, her decision was influenced by wanting to stay close to her hometown. It was a juggling game. In addition to kicking off her university career as a local student, she was an integral member of two championship skating teams: the Western varsity figure skating team and the leading synchronized skating team at her hometown club, the Ilderton Skating Club. Even at this point, her PHOTO: Claus Andersen

figure skating accomplishments were too numerous to recount, but included winning an OUA championship title with Western and several national gold medals with the Ilderton Skating Club.

For most young athletes, competing at this level is where they peak. Moir’s not one to leave anything on the table, and she knew she wanted more. The ultimate challenge meant competing at an even higher level – the highest possible level in her sport of synchronized skating.

Moir joined the highly competitive and world renowned Canadian synchronized skating team called NEXXICE Senior Synchronized Skating Team, based out of Burlington, Ontario. “I’ve always been really competitive, and I knew that I wanted to at least try to compete at the highest level possible.”

Along with the regular demands of university life, Moir was excited to commit countless hours of training, practices, and competitions (and commuting to training, practices, and competitions).

Even as she competed at the highest level with NEXXICE, she managed to make it look easy. Moir represented Canada twice at the World Synchronized Skating Championships.

In Croatia in 2009, her team brought the gold back to Canada.

“Looking back at that time in my life, I realize it wasn’t easy – doing school work while balancing the demands of training and travelling and injuries, unfortunately – but I wouldn’t take it back for a second. It was worth every ounce of energy. Coming from a skating family and having my sister as a teammate definitely helped, but I couldn’t have done it without the community at King’s.

My professors were so supportive and the academic counselors went above and beyond to help me deal with scheduling challenges.

Even my classmates helped me when I needed it.”

Moir continues to correspond with the King’s community as she plans to return to King’s to complete her degree this year, while also managing her family’s restaurant, Shoeless Joe’s in London Ontario. She also continues her involvement with the Western varsity figure skating team as an assistant coach.

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Beyond the bench Keaton Turkiewicz ’12 had a team that extended to the halls of King’s during his exceptional Mustangs hockey career.

Placing first in the Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS) ranking with 47 points in the 2011-2012 season, and winning Western’s prestigious Dr. Claude Brown Trophy as Western’s top male athlete, Keaton Turkiewicz credits much of his success to the incredible support of staff and faculty at King’s.

In conversation with Turkiewicz, he is quick to give credit to one individual in particular for always providing the guidance he required.

Robin Ellis, admissions and liaison coordinator at King’s University College, was a constant source of information and support outside the arena. During his acceptance speech for the Dr. Claude Brown Trophy, Turkiewicz referred to Ellis as a ‘saint’. This is certainly a testament to the close-knit community that so many students and, in particular, student athletes experience while attending King’s.

Over the years, King’s has developed a reputation for providing a positive supportive environment to Mustang athletes. In the 2011-2012 academic year, 18 players on the Mustangs hockey roster were enrolled at King’s – this group makes up over half the team. In total, there were 96 varsity athletes enrolled at King’s. The College community

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sees the value of extra-curricular activities in contributing to a positive university experience – in particular the benefit of competitive sport in strengthening the body and mind.

Faculty and staff members like Ellis provide assistance to varsity athletes in co-ordinating schedules. Students also benefit from having a personal contact to discuss concerns and resolve issues. The low teacher to student ratio is beneficial as students get to know their professors by name and vice versa.

Students feel comfortable speaking with professors about their extracurricular activities and class work and are able to deal with scheduling conflicts when they arise.

Turkiewicz has recommended King’s to many family members and friends, including his brother and cousin. He emphasizes the small class sizes, the strong sense of community and the camaraderie. At King’s you are not a number, even though Turkiewicz states that numbers have always been his strong point.

Turkiewicz speaks about the mind-body connection and indicates that hockey provided him with the opportunity to exercise his self discipline in order to complete his BA in Finance & Economic Studies. Along with time management skills learned from his focus to advance to the NHL and complete his BA, hockey has sharpened his business and life skills. King’s has given him the education he requires to pursue a career in insurance... after of course, his NHL career.

“Keaton had a tremendous career with the Mustangs, playing in three Queen’s Cup Championship games and three University Cup tournaments,” says Clarke Singer, Mustang’s hockey coach. “His 2011-12 campaign was one of the best in Mustangs Hockey history. Keaton will be missed a great

deal not only for what he contributed on the ice, but also for his leadership as he was a tremendous competitor. He will move on from our program and have a great pro career.”

The Western Mustangs hockey experience provided Turkiewicz with an incredible opportunity to develop, improve and showcase his mind-body skills. The King’s community provided support beyond the bench – preparation, guidance and many close-knit relationships that allowed him to excel on the rink. For Mustang hockey players and the many varsity athletes enrolled at the College, King’s really does provide the best of both worlds!

Geared for success Paul Di Libero ’12 seized an opportunity to keep people moving

With his 150 lb. trailer in tow, Paul Di Libero ’12 (Philosophy and Social Justice and Peace Studies (SJPS)) has been hitting the London city streets with chains, tubes and tools.

Di Libero, also known as the Bike Medic, provides two-wheeled tune-ups and repairs, and saves customers the hassle of bringing their bike to the shop. Di Libero pedals over 200 kilometers each week to the aid of grateful cyclists. Clearly a whiz with a Whizzer, his service has a growing following with approximately 450 individuals and families on his client list.

“Having worked in a local bike shop for a few years, I realized that there are a number of obstacles facing cyclists who want their bike fixed in a timely manner,” he says of the

business’ beginnings. “One of the glaring issues is the logistical dilemma many families and commuters face when they have no other option but to haul their bike(s) into a shop for repair. I had what you might call a ‘eureka’ moment one day when I realized that all of the tools and common repair parts could fit inside a towable cart. The sheer simplicity of the system, combined with what I know of bicycles, would be a welcomed addition to the bicycle repair market.”

When asked of his entrepreneurial drive, Di Libero engages his SJPS gear and quotes Muhammad Yunus saying “all people are entrepreneurs, but many don’t have the opportunity to find that out.” Di Libero has clearly seized his opportunity.

His business idea has not only captivated a thankful list of clients, but also impressed

the provincial government. Bike Medic received start-up funding from the Summer Company program which supports young entrepreneurs across Ontario. “Not only did the grant help me to purchase some necessary tools, but it also afforded me with some valuable business advice from other established local entrepreneurs,” he admits. “I attended business advisory meetings, as well as sessions on marketing, sales, and bookkeeping.”

Looking down the road, Di Libero admits that franchising has crossed his mind but prefers the current pace, one which affords him time to tune his business plan and further improving the services he provides. He also plans on switching gears in 2013, attending law school at Osgood Hall. Until then, Di Libro will continue providing his expertise in order to keep Londoners tuned-up and on the move.

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Peter Fragiskatos ‘04 has travelled the globe, if not in person, than in name. He has received ink in some of the world’s most respected media outlets. Published widely in popular media including Maclean’s, CNN, Ottawa Citizen, CBC News and Le Monde, Fragiskatos often engages in discussions and research on political issues in the Middle East, South Asia and Africa.

Peter Fragiskatos ’04 First recipient of the King’s University College Young Alumni Award.

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graduating from King’s with an Honors Degree in Political Science, Peter Fragiskatos ‘04 continued his studies at the University of Cambridge where he earned a PhD in International Relations. With an impressive academic track record, he returned to London, Ontario where he has engaged students at Huron and King’s, teaching in the Department of Political Science. In both of his years (2010-2011 and 2011-2012) he was recognized for his teaching prowess, being named to the Dean’s Honour Roll of Teaching.

Fragiskatos has put his unique perspectives and knowledge to use, engaging and improving communities and individuals around the world. As an adviser to Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, he used knowledge of both the violence refugees were facing and historical animosities, to advise officials about situations facing fleeing Iraqi refugees.

He has also worked as an adviser to American and European human rights lawyers defending refugees. In this role, he helped lawyers build their defence by outlining the particular circumstances that several defendants had experienced in Iraq.

Fragiskatos’ also invests considerable efforts in homegrown initiatives. He was recently named to the board of the Heritage London Foundation – an organization that works for the continued upkeep and use of buildings that have historical significance in London. The work of this group is essential in passing our storied history on to future generations.

He also spends time fostering the love of learning and literacy, as a volunteer with Literacy London a grassroots, a volunteer-based organization providing one-on-one training for adults in literacy, numeracy and computer skills.

Utilizing his tremendous teaching skills and his academic achievements, Fragiskatos is giving back, helping to create better communities around the globe with the power of the pen.

Lisa Shackelton ’05 Alumni Award of Distinction

forced Shackelton into major neck surgery and months of rehabilitation. During these times of stillness and quiet, she connected with her priorities and values, and built the foundation of the Yoga Shack – a space that would make yoga accessible and affordable for all.

Lisa Shackelton ’05 works in the energy sector. Not the oil and gas sector that you might expect, but something more personal. As owner and creator of the Yoga Shack, she works with the ebb and flow, grounding, and focus of people energy.

Now a London community champion, Shackelton’s career has not always been in this region or industry. In the 1990s, Shackelton could be found rising through the ranks of Nortel, eventually leading Y2K initiatives in Asia and Australia. In 1998, she was awarded a Nortel President’s award for teamwork and accomplishments. Her role took her around the world, living and working in Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia and Hong Kong.

In 2002, she graduated from Queen’s with an Executive MBA, and returned to London in 2003 to take a general manager position at the independent phone company Brooke Telecom. During her time at the telecom, she transformed the organization increasing revenue 20% year over year. This success caught the eye of Calgary-based Axia NetMedia who added Shackelton to their executive team as vice-president of sales and customer relationship management and vice-president of marketing. Together with her team, Shackelton grew annual sales and increased the stock price from $1 to $6.90 earning recognition from Canadian Business and Business News Network (BNN) as the year’s best stock picks for 2006 and 2007.

A turning point in her life and career came in 2007 when a serious automobile accident

In 2009, the Yoga Shack opened its doors in a 1000 sq. ft. space offering 15 classes per week. Now with two studios in London occupying over 8000 sq. ft. and hosting 90+ classes per week, the Yoga Shack is a space where thousands from the community can find their centre and create balance.

Shackelton also shares her business knowledge as a part-time faculty member in the Management and Organizational Studies program at King’s, passing along her vast experiences teaching Global Cultures/ Business Ethics.

Although extremely busy with her corporate and education commitments, Shackelton always finds time to give back to her community. While in Alberta, she worked with Junior Achievement and Shad Valley and upon her return to London, she picked up where she left off.

She has made yoga accessible to the community with free by donation and $5 classes and supports local charities with ‘Karma’ yoga classes where students pay what they can with these donations matched by the Yoga Shack. Thousands of dollars have been donated to local charities including Animal Rescue Foundation, Mission Services, Red Cross, ALS, Heart and Stroke Foundation, and ReForest London. Shackelton is also the Canadian Ambassador for Yoga Aid, a worldwide yoga class that has raised over $1 million for Africa Yoga Project.

Shackelton continues to focus her drive and passion on business growth, but counts success not in the price of stock, but in the energy that she and the Yoga Shack infuse in the community and individuals.

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The more things change, the more one thing stays the same...

King’s is home.

Des Dutrizac ’69 (former academic dean & professor emeritus), Claire Callaghan ’71 (chief librarian) and Father Michael Bechard ’91 (chaplain)

Your guide to Homecoming 2012 Friday, September 28 7:30 p.m.

Alumni Association annual general meeting Dr. Desmond Dutrizac Board Room, Dante Lenardon Hall

King’s University College alumni are welcome to attend the annual general meeting of our Alumni Association. Get the inside scoop on the Association, our plans for 20122013, and how you can be involved!

8:30 p.m.

Friday night bash with Mike Lawless ‘02 Vitali Student Lounge, Lester A. Wemple Building

Enjoy King’s musical talent, reunite with old friends, catch up with your favorite professors and reminisce, share stories and celebrate Homecoming. Free admission, cash bar.

Saturday, September 29 9:15 a.m.

King’s campus tour

10:00 a.m.

Homecoming parade

Gather your family and friends and find a spot on Richmond Street to be a part of this Homecoming tradition. Starting at Centennial Hall, the parade should arrive at Western at approximately 12:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.

Alumni brunch Elizabeth A. “Bessie” Labatt Hall

Enjoy a hot/cold brunch and catch up with King’s alumni, faculty, staff and friends. Lisa Shackelton’05, this year’s Alumni Award of Distinction recipient, and Peter Fragiskatos ‘04, the first recipient of the Young Alumni Award, will be honored at this event. Brunch tickets, $20.

11:30 a.m.

Darryl J. King Student Life Centre cornerstone dedication

Scheduled for completion September 2013, get a sneak peek at the progress to date.

1:00 p.m.

Western Mustangs football game TD Waterhouse Stadium

Western Mustangs vs. McMaster Marauders. Seating in King’s exclusive field-level end zone tent is limited. Pre-book your tickets today.

Ticket pick-up is at noon in the atrium of Elizabeth A. “Bessie” Labatt Hall.

Buses will leave King’s at 12:15 p.m. to take all King’s ticketholders to TD Waterhouse Stadium.

Tickets are $25 and includes bus transportation.

Food and drinks are available for purchase in the end-zone tent!

4:00 p.m.

Social work alumni wine & cheese Elizabeth A. “Bessie” Labatt Hall

RSVP by Friday, September 23, 2012, to Julie Siverns 519-433-3491 x4445 or jsiverns@uwo.ca

5:00 p.m.

Post-game reception Jack Astor’s on Richmond Row 660 Richmond Street, London

All ages are welcome, appetizers provided.

Sunday, September 30 10:30 a.m.

Celebration of the Eucharist Christ the King University Parish

Morning Eucharist The Chapel, Windermere on the Mount 1486 Richmond Street (on the southeast corner of Richmond and Windermere).

5:00 p.m.

Evening Eucharist The Worship Space, Elizabeth A. “Bessie” Labatt Hall

To register for any of the Homecoming events listed please contact the Office of Alumni Affairs at 519-433-3491 x4501 or 800-2654406 x4501 or kcalumni@uwo.ca

Calling all anniversary classes!

All class years ending in 2 or 7 have a special incentive to attend this year, as they will be celebrating anniversary years. Please contact the Office of Alumni Affairs for more information, and don’t forget to pick up your anniversary pin at the alumni brunch.

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Milestones

Share your recent milestones (job announcements,changes, promotions, marriages, birth announcements etc.) in the next King’s Herald. Send your news to kcalumni@uwo.ca

Herman Falke ‘57 – Upon reaching the age of 82, Herman retired from pastoral ministry and clinched that occasion with the publication of another book displaying biblical wood carvings.

The title is “And this is what He Taught....111 biblical sculptures with reflections”. It was published simultaneously in three languages and in three countries. A copy will be available in the library of King’s University College.

Ron Dennis ‘93 – As of July 2012, Ron celebrated 7 years as a State Farm agent in Waterloo Ontario and 20 years in the insurance and investment industry.

Ron and his wife Ann both went to university in Waterloo. Ron completed his MBA at Laurier in 2001, and found it a great place to live and a raise a family. Ron and Ann have two children – Matthew (4) and Lauren (21 months).

^ Erynne Gilpin ’12 – For two weeks in the month of June, Erynne traveled with ten other Canadian representatives from the Canadian Catholic Social Justice Organization Development and Peace to the Peoples’ Summit at the Rio Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (see story on page 11)

Doreen Greenfield ’94 – Retired in 2011 from the Southwest Community Care Access Centre.

Joanne McNamara ‘96 – Joanne has been named the new deputy chief of staff to Prime Minister Stephen Harper. McNamara was formerly the chief of staff to Heritage Minister James Moore.

Samantha Kee ’12 – Samantha recently finished training for Victims Services as a crisis responder

^ Andrew Jardine ’06 – Andrew his wife Erin, big brother Aidan and big sister Claire are pleased to announce the birth of Michael Robert Jardine born on June 13, 2012.

Patrick Searle ’12 – Patrick recently finished his term on the University Students’ Council (USC) as the Vice-President University Affairs. According to Patrick, the experience he gained on the King’s University College Students’ Council, contributed to a successful year with the USC.

Maija L. Wilson (nee Chalut) ’08 – Filling their arms with love and their hearts with happiness, Maija and Matt Wilson proudly announce the birth of Ella Grace, born June 18, 2012, at 5:30 p.m., weighing 7 pounds 7ounces. ^ Deb Comuzzi ’78 – In August 2012, Deb Comuzzi moved to Thunder Bay to take on the role of Vice-President, External Relations, at Lakehead University. Comuzzi is the former president and CEO of the Children’s Health Foundation in London, Ontario. In her new role, she will be responsible for philanthropic and outreach initiatives to the university’s many donors and partners.

Tony O’Brien ’81 – Welcomed his first grandchild Ryder on March 19, 2011.

In Memoriam We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of:

Jennifer Oostyen ’09 – Jennifer is currently working in an advertising and marketing agency as a receptionist. She has been working part-time in the wedding business since graduation.

^ Valerie Martin-Ellis ’03 – Valerie recently married her soulmate Michael Ellis and the couple has enjoyed many travels to parts of Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Valerie has been teaching French for 7 years and had the opportunity to teach in Egypt in 2009. Valerie and Michael look forward to time spent at the cottage with their dog Finley.

Jonathan Sullivan, student, who passed away following a motorcycle accident on April 13, 2012.

Michael Bak ’10 and Stephanie Newman were united in marriage on July 28, 2012.

Josh Switzer, student, who passed away on May 19, 2012, as a result of a tragic accident.

Mike McIntosh ’10 – Post graduation at King’s, Mike spent approximately one year working at Colliers International in their Valuation & Advisory Services division. Mike subsequently accepted an offer to work at Redcliff Realty Advisors, working with a team to advise institutional investors on commercial real estate acquisitions and has been there about a year.

Robert Heffernan ’69 who passed away on March 11, 2010, at the age of 60.

Jenya Hayhoe (nee Mychailow) ’85 who passed away suddenly in Hong Kong on April 28, 2012.

John Stamoulis ’97 who passed away suddenly on May 15, 2012, in Florida.

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