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June 2009
Greetings alumni,
With the spring semester all wrapped up and the summer programming well underway, there is much to celebrate and look forward to in the upcoming school year. We have had a very busy semester, finishing up with some key events. On June 17, 40 alumni came to our Alumni luncheon on campus to hear alumnus Ryan Williams speak on social media. It was fascinating and a bit eerie at the same time. Ryan outlined how social technology, such as Myspace, Facebook, Twitter and software that combines all of those services, is changing the way we live — it truly was an eye-opening presentation.
Then, on June 25 we honoured Richard Taylor and Dave MacDonald with the Alumni Young and Distinguished awards, respectively. It was great to see another two pictures on the Alumni Hall wall of fame! Dave and Richard may be two of the most humble men I have ever met, making them worthy recipients of the Alumni Award. What a tremendous night of honouring them and reflecting on the quality of graduates Trinity Western University produces.
We will be taking a short break from the monthly e-letters for the summer, but look for an exciting new edition in September, 2009.
Have a wonderful summer; and remember to take time to enjoy life and family!
Blessings,
Alumni Reminder
Monthly E-Letter
This June issue of the Alumni E-letter will be the last issue for the summer. We will reinstate the monthly Alumni E-letter’s in the first week of September, 2009. The Alumni Relations office will still be open, so please continue to send in your updates. Be sure to check our summer activities on our website at twu.ca/alumni.
Recruitment Opportunities
Our Admissions department is looking for a full time Undergraduate Admissions Counselor. The position summary is as follows:
Achieve UG Admissions enrolment goals by actively recruiting, counselling and enrolling students. This is done through scheduled regional travel; providing information, counselling and service to prospective students and their families; responsible for managing a region and meeting assigned numerical enrolment goals.
For more details about this position, please visit the HR website at twu.ca/divisions/hr/join
In addition to this position, if you know of a high school student who is thinking about university, please take the time to talk to them about Trinity Western. Share your experience at TWU with them and ask if our recruitment team can contact them. Simply pass on their contact info to me, and I will take care of the rest. We appreciate your support in helping acquaint future students with TWU!
Magazine
If you are not receiving the TW Magazine, please send a request to alumni@twu.ca, and we will ensure you get on the mailing list. Or, you can view the entire magazine online at twu.ca/magazine.
Spotlight on Alumni
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Steven Krause - 1993
Steve is the president of Avisar, a Langley based Chartered Accounting practice. Steve received his Chartered Accountant designation in 1997, and also holds a Certified Public Accountant designation in the USA. Steve's experience stretches through many sectors including mining, high tech, land development, and mini storage industries. He has also dealt extensively with public companies conducting business in foreign countries including set up of multi-jurisdictional offices, international tax structures and information systems. In addition, Steve has been involved with owner managed companies and as a volunteer with not-for-profit organizations. Steve is also the Chief Financial Officer of Bear Creek Mining Corporation (bearcreekmining.com). |
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Richard M. Cleland - 1997
Richard is a Doctor of Chiropractic who owns and operates Synergy Chiropractic and Physical Therapy (TM) which is located in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. By utilizing both eastern and western paradigms, Richard advocates that personal wellness can only be achieved through the harmony of the mind, body, and spirit. Following graduation, Richard obtained formal training from the Trigenics Institute of Myoneural Medicine as an R.T.P. (Registered Trigenics Practitioner) and is currently a level 2 C.P.T.I (Certified Primary Trigenics Instructor). Richard is proud to be a Fellow of the Trigenics Institute of Myoneural Medicine (FTIMM). He has had opportunities treating various athletes on national and international levels ranging from university national championships to international games such as the 20th Olympic Winter Games in Torino, Italy. (drcleland.com) |
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Marsha Wilson (Teichman) - 2006
Marsha graduated with a Master of Arts in Leadership and a Certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language. Marsha is currently teaching in the Child, Family and Community Studies Facutly at Douglas College in New Westminster. She has a keen interest in the area of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and continues to teach, do research, and provide support to families and individuals whose lives are touched by this disability. Marsha married Steve in the summer of 2008 and together they are parents to Eli, Kurtis, and Sarah. The Wilsons reside in Langley and are active members in Aldergrove Alliance Church. |
If you are a TWU alumnus and wish to update our community about your recent endeavours, please contact the Alumni department by phone at (604) 513-2049 or 1-800-463-5419, or by email at alumni@twu.ca. All submissions sent to the Alumni Relations department at Trinity Western University, including but not limited to information updates and photos, will become the sole property of Trinity Western University and may be used by Trinity Western University in whatever manner it sees fit.
TWU News
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"Discover the difference great teamwork can make" is the tagline for the newly rebranded Omada Teambuilding offered through Trinity Western University. Known previously as the TWU Challenge Course, Omada first opened its doors in 1998 and was most recognized for its high ropes course. At the time it was the first year-round ropes course run by a university in BC, and the first team oriented High Course of its kind in BC. Since its inception, the program has grown considerably seeing more than 4000 participants attend its programs yearly. |
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On May 27th Trinity Western University President Jonathan Raymond, unfurled the 100th anniversary flags for the centennial celebration of the John R. Booth residence at the now Laurentian Leadership Centre (LLC) in Ottawa. 2009 marks the 100th anniversary of this spectacular Queen Anne Revival house, built for Booth, Ottawa's wealthiest lumber baron. Trinity Western University purchased the house in 2001 and renovated it for its Laurentian Leadership Program. Upper year university students come for a visiting semester and complete a half-time, unpaid internship along with a half-time course load. |
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Trinity Western University raised over $336,000 for students Thursday, May 7 at their 15th annual TWU WirelessWave Golf Tournament. The tournament, which raises funds for TWU student-athlete scholarships and the Spartan Athletics' Complete Champion Approach, was held at the scenic Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club in Coquitlam, British Columbia. The tournament and banquet included keynote speakers women's tennis legend Monica Seles and NHL greats Pat Quinn, Peter Mahovlich and Marcel Dionne. TWU and Spartan Athletics blew past their fundraising goal of $200,000. Trinity Western has increased the amount it has raised for student scholarships every year since the tournament's inception in 1994. |
Alumni Events
To RSVP for any of these events, please email alumni@twu.ca
July 25 - Summer Women's Retreat 2009
We are anticipating a wonderful day of learning, inspiration and fellowship
Guest Speaker: Carolyn Arends ('89)
Topic: Resting in God
Please RSVP to alumni@twu.ca by July 10, 2009
Learn more...
August 8 - Alumni Theatre & Luncheon in Seattle
Taproot Theatre presents "Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming"
Times: 12:30 pm - Luncheon at Romio's Pizza, 2:00 pm - Performance
Please RSVP to alumni@twu.ca by July 24, 2009
Learn more...
August 28 & 29 - Class of 1999 - TWU 10 Year Reunion
Find out how the GAME OF LIFE is turning out for the TWU Class of 1999!
Friday @ 7:30 pm: Alumni Only Mingle Reception
Saturday @ 12:00 pm: Family BBQ Lunch & Kids' Activities
Saturday @ 6:00 pm: Alumni & Guest Formal Dinner
Please RSVP to alumni@twu.ca by July 3, 2009
Learn more...
Benefit Highlight
Career Development Office - Advising Services Discount
TWU Alumni are welcomed to the Career Development Office, located in the Reimer Student Centre. The advisors have Masters' level training in Counselling Psychology and offer professional and caring assistance.
- Cost: Students and Alumni are offered complementary appointments
- Community Members: $85 per session
- Registration: Contact the Career Development Office at career@twu.ca
Survey Question Results
The new name for the Alumni Luncheons is...Re-Unite Luncheon
Congratulations and Thank you Jenny Shantz for the winning name!
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