True Blue
January 2017, Vol. 3 No. 1
Happy New Year!

January is the time for fresh starts and resolutions. My resolution this year is to better connect with you, our alumni. I also resolve to do some travelling, but that’s more for me to make happen. You can help me with the first resolution, though, simply by updating your contact information. #MRUAlumniConnects is back this month, and we’re once again giving away an awesome prize package that’s sure to help you with your new year’s resolution. Read on for more information about this exciting contest and how you can improve your chances of winning.

I’m looking forward to reconnecting and hearing about your 2017 goals!

– Emily Pratt, coordinator, alumni outreach

What's new in Alumni Relations
Update your contact information

#MRUAlumniConnects

Update your contact information between January 3 and 31 for a chance to win a fitness package valued at more than $600, including a Fitbit Charge HR, a one-year MRU Recreation membership and a $50 SportChek gift card. Go to mru.ca/alumniconnects to update your info and learn more.

Get social and improve your chances of winning!

  • Tweet us your 2017 goals or why you still love MRU with #MRUAlumniConnects
  • Retweet one of our #MRUAlumniConnects tweets.
  • Comment on the MRU Alumni LinkedIn Group conversation with your 2017 goals so we can help you reach your full potential!

You'll receive an additional entry for each tweet/retweet with #MRUAlumniConnects and each LinkedIn comment. (Up to one additional entry per day.)

Alumni Achievement Awards nominations

Alumni Achievement Awards

Visit mru.ca/alumniawards to nominate someone for the Alumni Achievement Awards – it’s quick and easy! Provide your contact info along with the nominee's and then tell us why you think they should receive the award. The rest is left up to the nominee and our selection committee.

The deadline for nominations is Saturday, February 25, 2017. All nominees and nominators will be invited to the exclusive Nominee Reception. Questions? Contact Kathy Mok, coordinator, alumni services, at kmok@mtroyal.ca or 403.440.7025

Checking in with Mount Royal alumni
Brian Wong
Brian Wong

Though Interior Design graduate Brian Wong didn’t end up working in that particular industry, his time at MRU helped pave the way for a successful career in multimedia and film. Read more...

We’d love to share your story! Email alumni@mtroyal.ca and you could be featured in an upcoming issue of True Blue or Summit.

Alumni engagement opportunities
Campus events

MRU Conservatory presents 3 great shows at the Bella to get your 2017 started.

Jan. 18: Indo-pop sensation Raghav will be performing a live career retrospective with a full band. This world-renowned collaborator has worked with Bollywood Stars, contemporary rap artists and Oscar-winning composers.

Jan. 20: Jan Lisiecki is a former MRU Conservatory Academy student turned professional pianist who debuted on the Carnegie Hall stage earlier this year.

Jan. 29: Brian Blade and the Fellowship Band are here. Blade is an A-list jazz percussionist who played with Chick Corea, Aretha Franklin and more at the White House on International Jazz Day.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit mru.ca/enjoy.

Extras
Summit magazine on stands now

The fall 2016 issue of Summit magazine is here. Check out campus efforts to indigenize, the Alumni Achievement Award winners, how MRU is bringing poetry back to the people, and more.

Read stories online at mtroyal.ca/Summit or pick up a print copy on campus today. If you would like to receive Summit by mail, please email summit@mtroyal.ca.

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Cheer on your Cougars at the Saddledome
The Crowchild Classic returns to the Scotiabank Saddledome Thursday, February 2, where the men's and women's hockey teams take on the University of Calgary Dinos in this annual cross-city battle. Bring the family for this FREE event and show your MRU pride! Tickets are available at the door.

Stay tuned for alumni-exclusive Crowchild Classic perks!
Winter 2017 Course Calendar
Whether you're upgrading, transitioning or following your passion, MRU Continuing Education is offering a variety of courses this winter for you to take your next step.

Check out the Winter 2017 Course Calendar today.
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