Seminar Series

Throughout the winter semester, graduating students will have the opportunity to participate in a series of lectures brought to you by the Alumni Association and Career Services. You must register for each seminar at the links listed below. Please register today as space is limited.
*Dates, times, and location are subject to change; refreshments will be provided at each seminar.

Financial Planning for the Future with Clearsight Investment

Get back in the black. Start planning your financial future with Clearsight Wellington West. A qualified and experienced Investment Advisor will explain all of your investment and retirement planning options such as RRSPS, RESPs, mutual funds, etc.

Date: Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Time: 12:30p.m.
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for Financial Planning for the Future with Clearsight Investment.

Golf Etiquette 101

Golf is an essential business skill these days. Basic technique is important, but not as important as golf course etiquette. Learn the unwritten rules of the golf course and see how your score is second to your behaviour.  Stu Chan, U of C's Head Golf Coach and C.P.G.A. Golf Professional, will prepare you for your first business meeting on the green, and will provide you with the resources to learn the technical skills of the game.

Date: Thursday, March 25, 2010
Time: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for Golf 101.

The Lunchtime Meeting and Dining Etiquette

What makes a good first impression? How long should a hand shake last? When should you give out your business card? Which fork should be used for salad?

Learn the answer to these questions and more so you can be as confident and professional as possible during business lunches and meetings.

Date: Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Time: 12:00-1:00pm
Location:  Oak Room, Scurfield Hall
Cost: $10

Click here to register for The Lunchtime Meeting and Dining Etiquette.  

True Colours: Understanding Your Personality and Getting it to Work for You

Discover your True Colours and dynamic keys to unlocking your personal success! With the help of the True Colours personality process, you will begin to see yourself and others in a new light and learn to improve relationships that will lead to new successes in school, at work, at home, and in life.

This seminar is hosted by Gareth McVicar from the Office of the Student Experience.

Due to popular demand, this seminar will be offered again in April.

Date: Monday, April 5, 2010
Time: 12:00-2:00pm
Location: Escalus Room, MacEwan Student Centre

Click here to register for the April 5 True Colours Seminar.

Dress for Success

Transition seamlessly from jeans and hoodies to business attire. Join experts from Blu's and Henry Singer as they demonstrate what to wear and what not to wear to work.

Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Time: 12:00-1:00pm
Location: Murray Fraser Hall (Please note that Blu's will demonstrate women's wear in room # 3370 and Henry Singer will demonstrate men's wear in room # 3360. Please register accordingly.)

Click here to register for Dress for Success.  

Dr. Kimberley Amirault Speaks to the Class of 2010

Dr. Kimberley Amirault is renowned for her groundbreaking work in the field of performance psychology. She has helped the New York Knicks, New York Rangers, Olympic gold medal athletes and successful business people. Dr. Amirault will help graduating students and young alumni tap their unique potential to win over job interviewers and find their dream jobs.

Date: Thursday, April 8, 2010
Time: 12:30-1:30pm
Location: MacEwan Hall (Hall B)

Click here to register for Dr. Kimberley Amirault Speaks to the Class of 2010.