September 2016, Vol. 2 No.7
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Come back to school for A Royal Night featuring the Alumni Achievement Awards
It's about where you've been, and where you're going. You’re ready to take that next big step, but sometimes you need a little push. Maybe you're looking to reconnect with old friends – your personal cheerleaders – your classmates who helped you survive exams, an internship or your first trip abroad. Imagine your Mount Royal alumni community as 90,000 connections, cheering for you. Sure, you've grown. We've all grown. But we haven’t grown apart. On October 5, share your Mount Royal pride. Hear from your alumni community leaders to connect and learn. Join us for an inspiring night with entertainment, food and drinks. Come back to where it all started. You still belong here.
-A Royal Night Planning Committee
Buffy St-Amand, manager Alumni Relations and Annual Giving; Kathy Mok, coordinator, alumni services; Tierney Edmunds, coordinator, alumni outreach; Marlena Cross, marketing and communications strategist; Maggie Schmieman, institutional events officer, Joe Henschel, senior development officer and Allan Gruber, producer director/team lead, Media Production Group
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What's new in Alumni Relations
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Get your tickets before Sept. 15 for a chance to WIN!
Oct. 5, 2016 — 6 p.m.
Bella Concert Hall
Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts
Mount Royal University
Early bird prize!
Purchase your tickets by Sept.15, 2016 and be entered to win two tickets to the Soundscape Series presented by Mount Royal University Conservatory featuring Chantal Kreviazuk and Horizon Award nominee Jan Lisiecki.
Follow @MRUAlumni on Twitter to stay up to date. #mruRoyalNight
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Alumni Chapters
What's happened:
In 2016, 12 Chapters hosted 26 events welcoming over 1600 guests and raising more then $25,000 for students. Thank you chapter leaders for making this possible. If you're interested in leading a chapter email alumni@mtroyal.ca to get involved.
What's coming up:
Sport and Recreation Alumni Chapter Fall Social
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016
Lincoln Park Room, Mount Royal University
Many other chapters are working on fall events including our two newest chapters: The Nursing Alumni Chapter and the Public Relations Alumni Chapter.
Sign up to hear more and receive invites: mtroyal.ca/Alumni/ChaptersBranches
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Alumni engagement opportunities
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Carmen Morin shares her experience as a Mentor
Apply to be a mentor in the Harry G. Schaefer Mentorship program today at mru.ca/mentorship
Contact Ashley Davidson, mentorship coordinator, for more information:
adavidson@mtroyal.ca
403.440.8754
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Campus events
 5th Annual MRU Colour-U-Blue – Volunteer or Participate. Friday, Sept. 17, 2016, Mount Royal University. 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Participate:
Did you miss out on the bluest semester kickoff event when you were still on campus? Have you always been itching to try it or come back to campus for a visit? MRU Colour-U-Blue is a 4.5 km colour run where the only thing that matter is having fun! Volunteer or participate as an individual or with a team.
Volunteer:
“MRU Blue Crew” Volunteers Needed: Be part of the fun – sign up early if you want first dibs on blasting people with paint. Volunteers get a “Blue Crew” t-shirt and the chance to win volunteer draw prizes. To sign up, contact DeAnna at recevents@mtroyal.ca or 403.440.5908.
Grad Studies Fair. Monday, Oct. 3, 2016. Main Street, Mount Royal University. 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thinking about pursuing a master’s or PhD in the future? Or are you interested in a professional designation requiring further study? Come to the Graduate Studies Fair on Main Street to explore the opportunities available to you in Canada and overseas.
MRU Conservatory Concert Season: Music To Your Ears 2016-17. Events at the Bella Concert Hall are going to be out-of-this-world! With 22 exciting concerts in seven series, all are sure to be Music to Your Ears. With appearances by Chantal Kreviazuk, Ziggy Marley and Commander Chris Hadfield. Alumni get a discount! Use code
"save10"
at checkout.
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Checking in with Mount Royal alumni
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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.
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Elia Gindin
Now a teacher himself, Mr. Elia Gindin came to Mount Royal to take a Bachelor of Arts and got a whole lot more. When asked about the best advice he received while attending MRU, he couldn't pinpoint it but recalled, "They pushed, they believed, they bolstered, and I will carry that with me every day when I walk into my classes and think, 'I need to be a positive influence today.'"
Read more...
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Career Services blog post: The importance of developing career resiliency
Finding a job at any time can be extremely stressful and even tougher in a challenging economy. Whether you're on the hunt for full time gig in your field or you're in the process of making a transition into a new career — the value of a positive and resilient attitude can make a huge difference. Read more...
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Whether you're upgrading, transitioning or following your passion this fall, Mount Royal Continuing Education is offering a variety of courses to help you to take your next step.
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