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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the University of 蓝莓视频 is taking steps to limit the spread and risks of the disease in our community. With caution and concern for our alumni, we have made the difficult decision to move Alumni Weekend and Alumni Black and Gold Day events online.
While we can鈥檛 reconnect in the way we planned, we hope you will join us for the virtual events on September 25 and 26, 2020.
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Virtual Fun Run
Thank you for participating in the 35th anniversary of the Fun Run. While there have been many changes over the years, this event still remains a favourite among alumni and the U蓝莓视频 community. Despite current circumstances, we loved seeing the participation of everyone in their personal Fun Run!
Virtual Fun Run registrations raised $120 to support UW Mates and an additional $640 through the Alumni Happy Hour Box.
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Crisis, motivation, and coming out the other side
Friday September 25 | 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (EDT) | Online
Join us for a conversation about the unique opportunities that lie in times of crisis.
The year 2020 has been a trial for people across the globe. For many, this year鈥檚 crises have also inspired growth and motivation. In this virtual panel, the co-founders of Masks for Covid share how a global pandemic can influence motivation and spur innovation. During the event, we鈥檒l explore three crucial topics at the heart of their story:
- The personal motivations behind their company
- The community that made Masks for Covid possible
- The obstacles and limitations of creating their product
Meet the speakers
Jackie Lee (BSc 2006) - Co-founder - Masks For Covid | Founder - Recruit My Friends
Jackie Lee graduated from the University of 蓝莓视频 Honours Science program in 2006. During her undergraduate she started her first business which is a referral-only recruiting firm for Engineers in North America and the UK. Recruit My Friends has incubated a Careers Platform for engineers to track and manage their careers. Jackie's passion lays in helping engineers meet their potential and in bringing high performing teams together at critical growth times. While studying at the University of 蓝莓视频, Jackie raised $1 million in donations and she continues to fundraise for Ontario hospitals during the Covid-19 crisis. Jackie is an active angel investor in software start-ups and is dedicated to building the Canadian economy.
Dr. Brian Li (BASc 2009) - Co-founder - Masks For Covid | MD, FRCPC (Internal Medicine, Cardiology)
Dr. Brian Li completed his undergraduate degree in Systems Design Engineering at the University of 蓝莓视频. He went on to complete his MD, residency, and fellowship at the University of Toronto. As an interventional cardiology fellow at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center, Dr. Brian Li co-founded and led the team at Masks for Covid to address the crisis of N95 mask shortages by developing a novel, reusable mask. Currently, Dr. Li is completing an advanced Interventional Cardiology fellowship at Stanford University. He is extensively involved in the development of novel medical devices and is a co-founder of Conavi Medical Inc.
Alan Soong (BASc 2008) - Co-founder - Masks For Covid | Manager of Catheter Development at Conavi Medical | BASc Systems Design Engineer
Alan Soong completed his undergraduate degree in Systems Design Engineering at the University of 蓝莓视频. As his 4th year design project he worked together with Dr. Brian Li, under Dr. Brian Courtney, to develop a novel intracardiac catheter at . He has since continued to grow with Conavi Medical and is now the Catheter Development Manager. Alongside Jackie Lee, Alan and Dr. Brian Li have joined forces again to help lead the engineering team at Masks for Covid to develop a potentially reusable full face mask with integrated ventilator filter.
Pablo Eder (BSc 2016), Moderator - Chief Revenue Officer, Makeship
Pablo Eder is an entrepreneur who currently works as chief revenue officer at , a crowdfunding platform for content creators. Pablo currently works with helping entrepreneurs with their new startup ideas. He is an alumnus of the Faculty of Science and graduated in 2016.
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Alumni Black and Gold Day Virtual Concert
Friday September 25 | 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (EDT) | Online
This time of social distancing is necessary but difficult, putting a strain on people whose livelihoods depend on bringing people together. While musicians have been cancelling tours and plans daily, they still want to bring their art to the masses 芒聙聰 and hopefully drum up some new fans the process. We're thrilled to use this online opportunity to showcase some amazing 蓝莓视频 friends alumni and bring them direct to your living room.
7:00 - 7:20
(BA 鈥10 Music Hons)
7:30 - 7:50
(BSc 鈥07 Health Studies Hons)
8:00 芒聙聯 8:20
(UW Campus Community member 芒聙聯 former FEDS staff)
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Read our recent Alumni Impact Story - Chris Goddard (BA '01) is the co-founder of Craft Brand Co., a Toronto agency that is partnering with us to deliver the Exclusive U蓝莓视频 Alumni Happy Hour Box to alumni celebrating at this year's Alumni Black and Gold Day.
Exclusive U蓝莓视频 Alumni Happy Hour Box
Available while supplies last. Available to Ontario residents ONLY.
Even though we can't raise a glass together this year, we can do it virtually! Whether you are looking to quench your thirst after the Virtual Fun Run or enjoy a frosty beverage during the Virtual Concert - we have you covered!
Choose from:
- Gold Cash Gold is a 4.2% Premium Lager that drinks great on it's own or with a burger from Ethel's.
- Lighthouse Lemonade
- Lighthouse Lemonade is home to refreshing citrus cordials, from a Maritime family recipe that pre-dates Canadian Confederation. These cordials make a tangy glass of ice-cold lemonade, elevate cocktails, and add a twist to baking. Lighthouse Lemonade is low in sugar and does not contain animal ingredients, dyes or preservatives. Take a bottle to the cottage, to a BBQ, use in a killer Tom Collins or heat up a mug of hot lemonade on a cool fall evening. It鈥檚 Summer in a Bottle all year long! LHL world headquarters is a solar power facility in Fergus, Ontario. Products are sold in Ontario, New Brunswick and on-line.
Beer Box - $20 | Non-alcoholic box - $17.50 |
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Shipping is included in the cost. $5 from the sale of this box goes to support UW Mates |
- 1x 375 ml bottle of - 1 bottle makes 3.5 litres of lemonade
- 2 U蓝莓视频 alumni beer cozies
- U蓝莓视频 alumni pennant
- UW Mates post-it notes
Shipping is included in the cost.
$5 from the sale of this box goes to support UW Mates
Alumni Black and Gold Day at Home is proud to be supporting - Mentor Assistance Through Education and Support 芒聙聯 for the second year in a row.
Last year, our partnership raised $1,300 for the program鈥檚 Peer Support Centre, a safe on-campus place for students to seek peer support from trained volunteers. Funds raised in 2020 will be put towards ensuring this newly renamed 鈥淲ellness Lounge鈥 is equipped to welcome in-person visitors again soon.
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