Vision 2015

ECAPSULEFebruary 10, 2011 • Volume 11, Issue 5

Members of the community celebrated the grand opening of a new downtown neighbour today – the Georgian College Centre for Career and Employment Services.

The centre, located at 48 Collier St., is a “one-stop shop” for employment services. It helps bridge the gap between employers looking for workers and job seekers looking for long-term employment. The centre is a co-partnership between Georgian College and College Boreal and is funded by both the provincial and federal governments.

In his address to guests at the grand opening celebration, Brian Tamblyn, President and CEO of Georgian College, said the centre is a dynamic facility that will play a vital role in the community.

“We’re proud of the way we’re connecting with the community through the centre,” said Tamblyn, “where individuals who need new skills or knowledge, or who want to be connected to academic or vocational opportunities, are welcomed.”

The centre provides a variety of services to the community, including access to a full calendar of job search and career decision-making workshops, referrals to programs in the community, the one-to-one guidance of employment consultants and resources such as job search tools, computers, fax machines, phones and office equipment to complete an effective job search.

Tamblyn acknowledged both the federal and provincial governments for their support in making access to skills training, career planning and employment services more

Georgian College Centre for Career and Employment Services officially opens in downtown Barrie

readily available to the community, and College Boreal for its foresight and collaboration in this innovative partnership in which both colleges have the opportunity to work together for a greater goal.

For more information on the Georgian College Centre for Career and Employment Services, please call 705-722-1505 or e-mail [email protected].

Members of the community were welcomed to the grand opening of the Centre for Career and Employment Services on Feb. 9. Shown, from left, are Monique Breier, Employment Services Consultant, Georgian College; Deb Crawford, Service Delivery Manager, Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities; City of Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman; Brian Tamblyn, President and CEO, Georgian College; Danielle Talbot-Lariviere, Vice President, Workforce and Business Development, College Boreal; Sharon Bate, Past Chair, Georgian College Board of Governors; and Susan McCabe, Employment Services Consultant, Georgian College.

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Vision 2015: Building on what we do bestGeorgian strategic priority: Inspire extraordinary teaching and learning

VISION 2015Strategic Plan

Fifth in a series

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By Linda Love, Vice President, Academic

Georgian College’s strong institutional commitment to extraordinary teaching and learning is reinforced thoughout Vision 2015. Our mission statement talks about inspiring innovation and connecting communities through the power of education and

Georgian has committed to becoming the most personally connected learning organization in Canada. Words like learning and curriculum are embedded in all five of our strategic priorities. It is no wonder that inspiring extraordinary teaching and learning is one of the

pillars of our new strategic plan!

Over the years, Georgian has developed a strong reputation for academic excellence by providing exemplary learning opportunities for our staff and students. Last year’s provincial audit reinforced to us that our curriculum development processes are solid. It also served as a reminder that we need to maintain quality in our curriculum development and program renewal process in order to continue to foster innovative teaching practices and creative curriculum design. Our Centre for Teaching and Learning and the work of our faculty and support staff who are engaged in the process of teaching and learning ensure that Georgian remains at the forefront of the latest teaching practices and the emerging world of technology-enabled learning. Over the next five years, we will actively explore and selectively implement targeted alternative delivery opportunities that will help our diverse student body graduate with the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to be successful in a rapidly changing global workplace.

As we begin to implement Vison 2015, our academic leaders will continue to explore new ways to ensure

our students are equipped with the tools they need for life and career success so that they can follow their dreams and contribute to their communities. To this end, we will build on our past successes and at the same time develop new programs and signature learning opportunities that will prepare our graduates for success in the workplace of tomorrow.

One of our core strengths at Georgian is that we provide our students with work integrated learning opportunities. Almost all of our programs contain experiential learning components such as co-op work terms, field placements/practicums, clinical placements, internships and/or apprenticeship opportunities. Students are also participating in applied research projects designed in partnership with industry stakeholders and we anticipate that these types of opportunities will increase over the next five years. These work integrated learning experiences benefit our students by providing them with a broader range of skills designed to complement and build on the theoretical frameworks they have acquired in their classrooms. Employers also benefit from these types of opportunities as they are able to identify candidates for future employment. Georgian’s history as a college in which work integrated learning is core to the student experience will serve us well as we seek to increase the number of industry-related applied research opportunities available to students in the future.

Today, many industries want workers who bring a broader perspective to the workplace and have the skills and abilities to work in a variety of team positions with colleagues of different academic backgrounds. We can help prepare our students by providing them with curriculum that has a more interdisciplinary focus and is transferable across multiple program areas, and by providing signature learning experiences in global as well as domestic venues.

As Vision 2015 evolves, a focus on entrepreneurship will become important for our future students. In the past, workers expected to be retained by their employers for the length of their careers. This is no longer the case. Economic indicators tell us that many of our students will be employed by small or medium-sized enterprises in the future. Our intent is to develop signature learning

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experiences in entrepreneurship that will provide graduates from a variety of disciplines and program areas with the skills they need to successfully contribute to these smaller enterprises. We also want to support our graduates with the confidence and skills they need as they create successful new ventures of their own! Service learning is a teaching and learning strategy that combines meaningful community service with instruction. It enriches the learning experience, teaches civic responsibility and strengthens internal and external communities. Today’s employers are looking to hire people who bring community awareness as well as demonstrated academic success to their interviews. We will continue to develop service learning activities that are linked to our curriculum so that students will have opportunities to become more community minded and better citizens.

Many of Georgian’s programs already incorporate service learning into the curriculum. Faculty and students alike speak highly of the benefits they have received from these experiences. Events like the April 7 Homeless Maze planned for Orillia and Georgian’s annual nursing trip to the Dominican Republic are excellent examples


of service learning. The Dominican trip began nine years ago with eight students and a doctor and now involves approximately 150 people, including students from a variety of campuses and program areas. This interprofessional initiative has evolved to include a number of community service and health disciplines, as well a professionals from throughout our community. Projects like this certainly demonstrate our committment to extraordinary teaching and learning.

As we think about our future, I would like to remind you that all of us have a role to play in inspiring extraordinary teaching and learning here at Georgian College. No matter what you do or where you work, each one of you has a direct impact on the experiences that our students have at Georgian. I want to thank you for the work that you have done in the past to transform the lives of the students we serve. Your work helps Georgian develop and maintain supportive learning environments and current and relevant teaching and learning experiences for our students. Together, we will continue to inspire, transform and connect our students through Vision 2015!

Stay tuned for next week’s article which will help you champion employee engagement.

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Georgian has a reputation for excellence

Know a great retired colleague? Consider nominating that wonderful person for the Professor Emeritus designation. Supporting letters and documentation assist the committee in making an informed selection. The deadline for nominations is March 31.

As stated in the HR Policy and Procedures, (# 4-137), the purpose of designating a Professor Emeritus status on a retired faculty is “to build on Georgian College’s reputation for delivering quality learning experiences for students by recognizing

the academic leadership and outstanding contributions of retired faculty members. The honourary designation of Professor Emeritus may be granted to retired members of the faculty who have demonstrated exemplary service to the College and its communities – as recognized by the President and CEO and the Board of Governors.”

Nomination forms may be obtained from Lori McPhee, Board Office, Barrie Campus, ext. 1252, or [email protected].

Think about nominating a colleague for Professor Emeritus



Georgian College’s newest campus will be named the John Di Poce South Georgian Bay Campus. The name for the new facility, located at the intersection of Poplar Sideroad and Raglan Street in Collingwood, was officially unveiled at a news conference at Cranberry Resort on Feb. 8.

Georgian President and CEO Brian Tamblyn made the announcement before an audience of municipal and community leaders.

The name honours the key donor to the project – developer John Di Poce. The name will come into effect when the college moves into the new facility this fall.

Ground was broken May 29 on the first permanent home for a Georgian College campus in the region. Since first offering part-time courses in Collingwood 26 years ago, Georgian has moved through 10 different leased locations as demand for post-secondary education in South Georgian Bay region and surrounding areas has grown.

The new 20,000-square-foot campus will strongly support the future economic growth of the area. This investment will specifically address regional labour market gaps by providing employers with a skilled workforce.

“This campus will expand access to full- and part-time academic studies, opening up new opportunities and new horizons to local students,” said Tamblyn.

The new campus is located on 10 acres of land generously donated

Naming ceremony held for John Di Poce South Georgian Bay Campus

by developer John Di Poce. It was also made possible by a $4-million contribution from the Community Adjustment Fund of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario.

Simcoe-Grey MP Helena Guergis commended Tamblyn, community leaders both past and present, volunteers and staff for their commitment to the project.

“I am honoured to have played a role in this shared commitment to the community and to public service working hard alongside our community leaders as the new regional campus of Georgian College is named. I offer a sincere thank you for the generous donation of land by John Di Poce for this project. The John Di Poce Southern Georgian Bay Campus will bring immense benefits to the community and viable opportunities for our children for years to come,” said Guergis.

The new campus will be a custom-

made home, allowing the college to offer a wide range of educational opportunities for area residents and businesses.

When the doors open for classes in the fall of 2011, Georgian will be able to provide greater access to full-time and part-time studies and expand corporate training, skills simulation and small business services.

The new campus will contain nine classrooms plus a student lounge. Among the classrooms will be two computer labs, one “e-lab,” one multi-function health sciences lab and one community room/small classroom. The balance will be traditional classrooms, all equipped with full multimedia services. These are also multi-function rooms, fitted with movable walls for maximum flexibility in terms of space.

The new building will accommodate 250 full-time students and more than 3,000 part-time students annually.

The John Di Poce South Georgian Bay Campus(architechural drawing)


First in a series of articles about the Banner Relationship Management project

The community Georgian serves is growing and changing every day. One of the main challenges is finding ways to engage with constituents as they progress from prospective students to enrolled students to alumni. In response to this challenge, Georgian recently acquired customer relationship management and business intelligence software that will help cultivate personal relationships with students, from the moment they first connect with the college.

The Office of the Registrar, Corporate Marketing and Communications and Information Technology have partnered together on a project to advance institutional priorities by leveraging this technology. Sponsored by the Strategic Enrolment Management Committee, the project team will use Sungard’s Banner Relationship Management to track and analyze data from that initial first contact through to when a student graduates.

Sungard’s product will give Georgian the analytic capabilities required to understand the data from multiple perspectives and to use the data to make more informed decisions about everything from marketing and recruitment campaigns to student retention efforts.

“Essentially, we will have a consistent, shared view of institutional data and be able to use that data to improve the ways in which we identify, target and communicate with our students,” says Stephen Junkin, Chair of the Strategic Enrolment Management

Committee. “The software will allow us to provide timely messages and information, and to use data collected to assess and better understand our overall organizational performance.”

A Business Relationship Management (BRM) Steering Committee has been struck to oversee the rollout of the project – which will occur in several phases. The first phase will focus on improving how Georgian identifies, targets and communicates with prospective students; it will launch just in time for next fall’s application cycle.

“Competing marketing messages and

ever-growing networks of information and influencers make connecting with students individually more critical than before,” notes Junkin.

“Having the ability to engage with prospective students on a personalized level is critical if the college is going to attract the best students.” Georgian’s mission is to be “the most personally connected learning organization in Canada”. Members of the Strategic Enrolment Management Committee hope this project will further that mission by ensuring that students, from day one, feel a strong sense of belonging.

New technology to strengthen connections with students

The 2011 University Transfer and Degree Fair on Jan. 25 was a success. Recruiters from over 40 colleges and universities from Canada and around the world came to the Barrie campus to speak to students about degree and graduate studies offered at their institutions. More than 400 students from the Barrie and Orillia campuses visited the fair to learn about additional study, and while they were there, entered a draw to win an iPad. Jean Payne and Ron McDonald are shown presenting Manbir SinghDhillon with his prize. Manbir is a student in the Mechanical Engineering Technology – Automotive Manufacturing program and plans to take advantage of an articulation agreement with the McMaster-Mohawk Bachelor of Technology partnership.


Growler takes on all comers at RVH Mash Bash

Georgian varsity mascot Growler the Grizzly takes to the slopes of Snow Valley Ski Resort Feb. 18 as part of the annual Mash Bash fundraising event for Royal Victoria Hospital.

Growler will compete in the mascot bed pan race against furry rivals from other organizations across the region. The mascot race takes place at noon. There’s also a wide range of other activities in which the general public can take part.

The top 10 things you can do to lower cholesterol

Having good cholesterol levels is essential to a healthy heart. High cholesterol can eventually make it difficult for enough blood to flow through your arteries. This increases the risk of a heart attack and stroke. Check out this list of top tens things you can do to reduce your cholesterol levels:

1. Eat oatmeal – The soluble fibre in oats is highly effective in “soaking up and pulling out” the unwanted LDL cholesterol build up in our arteries.

2. Reduce red meat - Red meat is high in saturated fat, which contributes to increased cholesterol levels. Opt for leaner protein sources: fish, chicken, and beans.

3. Up your Omega 3’s – These good fats are recommended and may be found in different types of fish (salmon, sardines, trout) and plant-based sources (flaxseeds, flaxmeal (ground seeds), mustard seeds, soya beans, and walnuts).

4. Eat your veggies - Eat a diet high in fibre. Fibrous vegetables such as broccoli, sprouts, cabbage, and asparagus are filling and will also promote weight loss. They also act like your “natural broom” as they sweep out any toxins!

5. Lose weight – Losing a few extra pounds will reduce that “bad” LDL cholesterol.

6. Increase your activity level – Try to incorporate more exercise into your day by taking an active living approach. Work exercise into everyday tasks: park farther

away from your destination, wear a pedometer, and take the stairs instead of the elevator. 7. Cook with olive oil – Butter is high in saturated fat. Try cooking with olive oil instead, as it is high in monounsaturated fat and known to reduce LDL levels. 8. Eat beans – Beans are high in soluble fibre which reduces cholesterol levels. There are many types of beans (and lentils) to choose from and many ways to eat them. Add them to whatever you can! 9. Garlic and lemon juice – These two ingredients are not only flavour-enhancing, but also contain compounds that contribute to lower levels of cholesterol. 10. Read labels – Notice how much cholesterol is found in the foods you are consuming as it may be higher than you think. Aim for less than 200 mg. per day.

Top 10 foods to lower blood cholesterol

1. Avocado 2. Apples 3. Brown Rice 4. Cinnamon 5. Garlic 6. Grapes (dark coloured) 7. Oats 8. Salmon 9. Soy (soy nuts, tofu, tempeh etc.) 10. Blueberries

Thank you to Leah Warner, Corporate Wellness Specialist with Employee Wellness Solutions Network for this article.

February is Healthy Heart Month

You could save a life if you know how to use an AED.

These units are located at all Georgian campuses and in many public places, such as recreation centres and malls. They are used when someone’s heart stops beating regularly.

A four-hour training session is being offered to college staff free of charge at the Kempenfelt Conference Centre on Feb, 17, 8 a.m. to noon. (Lunch is not provided). Please get your manager’s approval before signing up for this training.

To register, please contact Lisa Gridley at ext. 4662 or by e-mail at [email protected]. The registration deadline is Feb. 14.

AED training at Kempenfelt



Are you and your Georgian colleagues planning a great “green initiative” at work? Have you figured ways to save energy, carpool or make recycling easier in your office?

The new Every Day is Earth Day contest, sponsored by the Environmental Sustainability Committee, is intended to raise environmental awareness across the College and engage staff and faculty at all Georgian campuses to undertake initiatives that support environmental best practices.

Prizes: The winning submission will earn lunch for every member of the team in a Georgian College dining facility, a photo opportunity with President and CEO Brian Tamblyn and coverage on the Georgian website and in College Capsule. Plus, your ideas will be added to the bank of Georgian’s best practices.

“Every day is Earth Day” contest for staff

Eligibility: The contest is open to full or part-time staff and faculty and teams of up to 20 members. It runs until April 1. All green initiatives must have been implemented by contest participants – they can’t be proposals. The entries will be evaluated by members of Georgian Environmental Sustainability Committee. Winners will be announced during Georgian’s Earth Week celebrations on April 19.

Entry procedure: Use the official entry form at http://www.georgianc.on.ca/environment/news/everyday-is-earth-day-contest-now-open-to-staff/.

For further information, contact Dianne Corrigan at ext. 1752 or [email protected].

It is difficult to start or advance your career without a foot or a finger, but workplace accidents can be prevented when young people are properly equipped with the knowledge, training and courage needed to exercise the right to refuse unsafe work.

On March 10, a special presentation by workplace safety champion Rob Ellis will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Georgian Theatre at the Barrie Campus. Top executives and leaders from business, labour and government will be available to speak directly to staff and students about how to keep young people from being killed or injured on the job.

Young people are twice as likely to be injured on the job as adults. Every year in Ontario, 40,000 young people are injured and 20 per cent experience chronic injuries as a result.

The presentation is a kickoff to the Career Fair being held in the Georgian Athletic Centre from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

For more information, contact Nancy Wilding, Health and Safety Co-ordinator, at 705-728-1968, ext. 1762.

Workplace safety champion comes to Barrie campus

Mark your calendars for the Textbook Fair to be held in the main gymna-sium in the Barrie Campus Student Life Centre from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 15.

Many publishing representatives have confirmed attendance.

Attend the Textbook Fair and enter a draw for your chance to win great prizes. The draw will be held Feb 16. For more information, please contact Norma Moat at ext. 1204 or [email protected]

Textbook fair coming to Barrie campus Feb. 15

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Winter driving: Be prepared, be safe!

Echelon plowing

Echelon plowing is the practice of staggered snowplows operating across all lanes of a highway in one direction. It is the safest and most efficient snow removal method for multi-lane highways, though sometimes annoying to drivers. Plowing in echelon clears all lanes at once by passing a ridge of snow from one plow to the next.

Leaving room for plows

Remain a safe distance back from maintenance equipment when you see blue flashing lights. To do the job right, snowplows and salt and sand trucks must travel slower than regular traffic. Sight lines and visibility near a working snowplow are significantly reduced by blowing snow. Passing is dangerous.

Stay well back to help snowplows do their job

Never pass a snowplow! It is extremely dangerous to pass either between or around snowplows because of whiteout conditions and the ridge of snow being passed between plows.

At no time should a vehicle pass a snow plow on the right-hand side. This could result in severe, even fatal, collision.

Passing a snow plow is dangerous because...• the large blades on snow plows extend a metre or

more ahead and to the right of the snow plow, often extending into the right-hand lane.

• snow plows are wider at the front than they appear to be from the rear.

• even at reduced plowing speeds, light powdery snow forms a cloud that severely restricts visibility.

• the road surface is always better behind the plow than in front of it.

When you see the blue flashing lights of a snow plow, remain a safe distance back. When encountering a plow coming from the opposite direction, move as far away from the centreline of the pavement as you safely can.

Do not pass plows on the right! Collisions between snow plows and trucks have resulted in fatalities.

Emergency vehicles

Every day, police, fire, ambulance, and other emergency vehicles respond to urgent calls. Time lost getting to their destination could mean the difference between life and death. Seconds can save a life.

Take flashing red and blue lights, and sirens seriously. Clear the way. It’s the law for any motorist who sees and hears an emergency vehicle approaching from either direction to move out of the way. Signal, then pull to the right and stop.

When approaching a stopped emergency vehicle in the same direction of travel, either in a lane or on the shoulder of the road, with its lights flashing, motorists are required to slow down and pass with caution. If the road has two or more lanes in the direction of travel, the motorist must move over into another lane, if it can be done safely.

This is the fourth in a five-part series from Nancy Wilding, Georgian’s Health and Safety Co-ordinator, about safe winter driving and how to prepare for seasonal conditions. This information is reprinted with permission from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.

Volunteers needed

Staff can help Georgian celebrate the academic accomplishments of students as they graduate at the winter convocation.

We are seeking volunteer ushers to assist in convocation at the Barrie campus on March 3, 12:15 to 3:00 p.m. Ushers will welcome guests, hand out convocation programs, take tickets, direct guests and students, answer questions and inform guests of important information regarding the ceremony.

Assembly information

Winter donvocation will be held at the Barrie dampus March 3 at 1:30 p.m. Members of the platform party, associate deans, program co-ordinators, co-op consultants and academic staff members are invited to gown and assemble 30 minutes before the ceremony in Room K218. Black gowns and Georgian College hoods will be available. Participants who prefer to wear the hoods of their alma mater must supply their own. Students will assemble in Room K203 for gowning and are encouraged

to arrive one hour prior to the ceremony.

Family members

Staff and faculty members with relatives scheduled to graduate at the convocation ceremony may have the honour of presenting diplomas to their family members.For a list of programs visit http://www.georgianc.on.ca/graduation/schedules/barrie/. For further information about volunteering, presenting to a family member contact Tricia Hayden at [email protected] or ext. 1690.

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Get involved in winter convocation

The 2011 Career Fair is coming to the Barrie Campus on March 10, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the gym.

The Centre for Co-operative Education, Internship and Career Services is once again hosting the fair.

More than 80 employers are expected, representing a wide range of sectors to capture the attention of students from all Georgian co-op and non co-op programs.

How can staff help make this year’s Career Fair even more successful?

• Motivate and encourage students to use this terrific networking opportunity

• Pass the word along to potential employers

Doors open at 10:15 a.m., with the opening ceremony beginning at 10:30 a.m. For further details, contact Audrey Taylor, Graduate Employment Consultant, B110, ext. 5271 or [email protected].

Many people will recall the Authors On Campus event in June 2009, when the college celebrated the accomplishments of authors of published works who work at Georgian. The organizers would like to hold this event again, if there are new authors or established authors with new published work.

Please send a brief description of recently published work to Arlene Stone at [email protected] by Feb. 14, or if you missed the opportunity to be recognized the first time. Both full-time and non-full time/contract employees are equally recognized.

Calling all authorsMore than 80 employers expected at 2011 Career Fair on March 10


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Raising money for the studentsof 145 Hickling Trail, Barrie.

In memory of Bryan ArmstrongLoonies accepted at:

TLC, TFC, Athletics and the Bookstore

Pub Night To Raise Money on Feb 3 @ 9pm in TLC

Students and staff are invited to make contributions to the “Loonies for Luggage” campaign. The campaign will collect funds for the two roommates of student Bryan Armstrong, who died in a house fire on Dec. 12.

The young men, also Georgian students, lost all their clothing and other belongings in the fire.

“It was students who approached me with ideas, asking what we could do to help these two young men,” said Mick Kingston, manager of food and beverage

operations for the Student Life Centre, Barrie Campus.

“They’ve really rallied behind this and jumped on board.”

The main idea is to sell small paper cut-outs in the shape of luggage for a loonie (or as much as the person wants to contribute) and donate the funds to the two students so they can replace their possessions. The cut-outs will be sold and displayed on the walls in the Last Class, First Class, Bookstore and Athletic Centre. They will be sold until Feb. 11.

Campaign will assist students replace possessions lost in tragic fire


Discover anthropology on Feb. 11 Learn more about recent anthropological discoveries at Anthroday 2011, being held at the Barrie campus on Feb. 11.

Laurentian University faculty members will speak about recent developments in the field and in their own studies at 1 and 2 p.m. in Room H214.

The lectures are free to staff, students and the general public and will provide a taste of the exciting discipline of anthropology.

Speakers will be Dr. Patrick Julig, Chair of Laurentian’s anthropology department, and Dr. Marie Costanza Torri, a developmental anthropologist.

For more details about the event see the flyer on page 25 of this issue of Ecapsule.

New parking fine rates will come into effect at Georgian College on Feb. 15.

Please note that effective Feb. 15, most of the parking fine rates will be going up. Some of the fines can be reduced by 50 per cent, if paid immediately. It is college policy to withhold academic records, transcripts and diplomas from individuals with outstanding debts such as outstanding parking fines owing to the college.

Parking fines to increase


The Georgian College Gord Bastian Variety Show presents Variety 19: Restrictions Removed,emceed by the funny and talented Andrea Murray.

This annual presentation of music and comedy will unleash its unique brand of fun in March with two special shows. The show will be held on Wednesday, March, 23 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, March 24 at 7 p.m. in the Georgian College Theatre at the Barrie Campus. Variety 19 – Restrictions Removed promises to deliver the quality entertainment audiences have grown to expect from the show over the last 18 years. Every year, the show builds on its successful formula comprised of song, comedy and dance.

The show, unique in the college system, features Georgian’s talented staff, faculty and students.

This year’s theme once again provides the perfect backdrop for the antics of Andrea, the show’s master of ceremonies. Her

performance alone is worth the admission price. All proceeds from the show help financially challenged Georgian College students, as well as the Gord Bastian Memorial Entrance Award. Anyone who can’t attend the show may make a donation. The show starts promptly at 7 p.m. in the Georgian Theatre (C Building) so be sure to get there early to get a good seat!

Tickets are $10 for general admission and $5 for seniors, students and alumni. A special dinner/show ticket is available for $20. Dinner is in The Last Class, Georgian College. Seating is between 5 and 6 p.m. Dinner/show tickets must be purchased by Mar. 21.

Call 705-728-1968, ext. 1771, to order tickets by phone. Tickets can also be purchased at Georgian from The Bookstore, the SAC office or online at www.georgianc.on.ca/varietyshow.

For more information call Elaine at 705-728-1968, ext. 1003 or e-mail [email protected].

Computer training in February: Excel, Windows

Organizational Planning and Development hosts the following computer training sessions at the Barrie Campus this month:

Intermediate Excel 2007Feb. 15 and 22, 10 a.m. to noon, Room C275Four hours in total (two two-hour sessions) New! Introduction to Windows 7Feb. 17, 2 to 4 p.m., Room F121Feb. 28, 10 a.m. to noon, Room A114

Managing Long Documents in Word 2007Feb. 18, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Room E014

New! Pivot Tables in Excel 2007 Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to noon, Room C275 To register, visit the Organizational Planning and Development website at www.georgianc.on.ca/opd/organizational-learning/microsoft-training or contact ext. 1356.

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Georgian staff has the opportunity to meet and talk with Vice Presidents in a relaxed, informal environment in the coming months. Following is the current schedule:

Barrie Campus

Friday, March 11, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Oak Room; hosted by Linda Love, VP Academic.Friday, May 13, 3 to 4:30 p.m., Oak Room; hosted by Brandon Lander, VP Administration .

Collingwood Campus

Monday, March 7, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Hosted by John Donald, VP Community and

Business Development.

Kempenfelt Conference Centre

Monday, Feb. 14, 2:30 to 4 p.m.; hosted by John Donald, VP Community and Business Development.

Midland Campus

Friday, Feb. 25, 2:30 to 4 p.m.; hosted by John Donald, VP Community and Business Development.Orangeville Campus

Tuesday, March 29, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Hosted by John Donald, VP Community and Business Development.

Orillia Campus

Thursday, April 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Staff Lounge; hosted by Bob Kennedy, VP Marketing and Student Services.

Owen Sound Campus

Tuesday, March 8, 2:30 to 4 p.m.; Room C619, hosted by Bob Kennedy, VP Marketing and Student Services.

Muskoka Campus

Monday, March 21, 1 to 2 p.m., hosted by John Donald, VP Community and Business Development.

Take a break with a VP this winter


Georgian College is taking another step forward as an environmental leader in implementing a college-wide electronic waste recycling program.

Effective Feb. 14, all electronic waste, including cell phones, at all Georgian campuses will be collected and processed by GEEP (Global Electric Electronic Processing Inc.) of Barrie. Under terms of the contract, Georgian will receive a rebate based on the amount of waste that GEEP collects and processes.

GEEP breaks down all electronic waste into commodities which are then sold for reuse. In this way, Georgian’s electronic waste has now become a revenue stream for the College. Because GEEP is located in Barrie, energy use associated with the

Georgian takes the lead in recycling electronic waste

transportation of Georgian’s wastes will minimize the carbon footprint on the environment.

“We are very pleased to be working with GEEP, a local Barrie company that offers state-of-the-art recycling processes,” said Dianne Corrigan, Environmental Sustainability Co-ordinator.

Details as to the location of collection receptacles and the types of electronic wastes collected will be provided in the near future.

Georgian, named as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2010, has a formal strategy of continuous improvement of its environmental footprint. While some campuses have, in past years, offered cell phone and electronic waste opportunities, this

agreement now formalizes disposition of electronics across all campuses.

Other policies and practices see Georgian continuously reducing the amount of waste going to local landfills, as well as reducing the energy used by the institution. Environmental considerations are also an integral part of much of the College’s curriculum. GEEP is an approved electronic waste processor with Ontario Electronic Stewardship, a 2010 Trifecta winner of the Recycling Council of Ontario, and recently received Deloitte’s “Green 15” designation recognizing GEEP as a GreenTech company whose technology promotes a more efficient use and reuse of the earth’s resources.

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Mar. 23-24

Georgian Variety ShowBarrie Campus7 p.m. each nightSee page 11 for details

Feb. 14

Anthropology Day

Barrie Campus1 p.m. and 2 p.m.See page 10 for details

Feb. 11

E-waste collection kicks offAll campusesSee page 12 for details

Feb. 25

Break with a VPMidland campus2:30 to 4 p.m.See page 12 for details


Congratulations to recent graduates of the Aspiring Leaders Program, delivered at the Orillia campus this past fall. Graduates included Alison MacCallum, Barbara E. Moore (Orangeville), Brian Dormer, Cindy Williamson, Darlene Chapman, Gail Hudson, Heather Dix, Jennifer Rousseau, Joanne Dormer, Lia Saastamoinen, Lisa Wiley, Michelle Commanda, Myriam Swan, Rene Helmerichs, Rose Malott, Rosemary Healy, Sue Knox, Tammy Burke-Marson, Tina Hurst and Tracey Carroll. Thank you to facilitators Mike Zecchino, Cherylyn Cameron, Michele Beaudoin, Arlene McDonald, Greg McDonald and Anne-Marie McAllister. Personal leadership development for Georgian employees has undergone a few changes. The very popular Aspiring Leaders program is now called Developing the Leader Within. This semester this program is being offered on the Barrie campus (see flyer on page 14). To register, visit http://www.georgianc.on.ca.


http://www.georgianc.on.ca/opd/organizational-learning/leadership-development


Developing the Leader Within Program March 2011 - Barrie Campus

Description: The Developing the Leader Within program provides Georgian employees with a foun-dation in leadership theory so they may develop their personal leadership impact and influence skills within their current role at the college.

Program Goal: To build and sustain personal leadership impact and influence skills in the college at all employee levels.

Expectations of Completion: Each participant will complete 8 workshops.

Textbook (provided): The Leadership Challenge, 4th Ed. (2000), Kouzes and Posner.

Location and Time: Each workshop will take place on the Barrie Campus in K 203 on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. on the dates shown in the table below. Recognition: Each participant who completes the program will receive a certificate of attendance.

Learning Objectives: Participants will co-create learning objectives in consultation with their manager.

Workshops Facilitator(s) DateIntroduction to Leadership Theory Anne-Marie McAllister and

Lori BellFeb 14

Understanding Power and Influence Michele Beaudoin Feb 28

Essentials of Effective Meetings TBD March 7

Introduction to Project Management Julie Godfrey March 14

Recognizing Employees in a Supportive Work Environment

Cathy Campbell and

Anne-Marie McAllister

March 21

Developing Emotional Hardiness and having Difficult Conversations

Greg Taylor March 28

Change Introduction to Coaching in the Work-place

Rick McFadden April 4

Influencing Organizational *Celebration and Certificate Presentations

Kelly Duggan April 11

To register online: www.georgianc.on.ca/opd/organizational-learning

http://www.georgianc.on.ca/opd/organizational-learning



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Tired of Bottle Drives Or

Selling Chocolates?

Let us help you organize an enjoyable fundraising event

at Georgian Collegein the Georgian Dining Room

For further information contact:

Christine McSorley 705.728.1968 ext. 1413or

[email protected]

www.georgianc.on.ca/diningroom



Advance tickets are available at:Barrie Campus: SAC O�ce A162 and The Bookstore

Orillia Campus: The BookstoreBy phone: 728.1968, ext. 1771 to purchase by credit card

Online: www.georgianc.on.ca/varietyshow

The Gord Bastian Variety Show Committee presents:

$10 $5foradults

forstudentsalumniseniors

foradults

forstudentsalumniseniorsSpecial $20 dinner/show ticket

Ticket must be purchased by March 21

Wednesday March 23 & Thursday March 24@ 7pm in Georgian College Theatre

100% OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO STUDENTS!


Connecting, Collaborating and Creating Career Opportunities

TORONTO HYDRO andGEORGIAN COLLEGE

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!Toronto Hydro Career Information Session

March 31, 2011, Gryphon Theatre, 10 a.m. – noon(ALL STUDENTS WELCOME)

Get informed, get ready to start a great career! For more information, contact Kelly Pottage at [email protected]. No RSVP required.

Anthony Haines, President and CEO of Toronto Hydro, and members of his senior team will discuss:

WHY YOU SHOULD PURSUE AN EXCITING • CAREER IN THE ENERGY INDUSTRY.

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WHAT JOBS WILL OPEN UP IN THE ENERGY • SECTOR.

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The Weekend to End Women’s CancersTeam Cups and Straps Fundraisers for 2011

The Weekend to End Women’s Cancer 60-km walk will be held Sept. 10 and 11. Georgian team members Brittany MacGregor, Greg Brent, Carlie Harding, Tyler Harding, Kim Brent and Ingrid Swenker would like to invite everyone to get into the spirit of the event early at the following events.

COMEDY NIGHT – March 11

"Aging - Let the Sagging Begin". Join hilariously funny Andrea Murray as our MC, starting at 7 p.m. at The Last Class, Barrie Campus, in this fun-filled event taking a look at the lighter side of getting older. A night out for some pampering, gut-busting laughs and lots of prizes up for grabs. Tickets are $15. This is a fundraiser for The Weekend to End Women's Cancers in support of the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation. Vendor Fair - $25 for a booth.

PUB QUIZ NIGHT (2nd Annual) – April 2

Get your team of six people or come alone and we can put you on a team. Tickets are $5/person as this is a fundraiser for The Weekend to End Women's Cancer in support of the Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation. Cocktails at 7 p.m., games begin at 8 p.m. (music and general trivia). Also a 50/50 draw and many Silent Auction items up for bid. Prize for best costume (Easter theme) and lots of yummy snacks. Held at The Last Class, Barrie Campus.

For more information on any of these events, please call Kim Brent, Team Captain at (705) 835-6180 or e-mail [email protected]

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

MorningClasses

8:00-8:45 8:00-8:45 8:00-8:45 9:00-10:15 Spin TRX* Spin Spin & Abs

600 cal 400-600 cal 600 cal 800+ cal

LunchClasses

12:10-12:50 12:10-12:50 12:10-12:50 12:10-12:50 12:10-12:50 10:30-11:30 Spin Muscle ++ Spin Cardio Kick & Strength Step & Strength Yoga

600 cal 400-600 cal 600 cal 400-600 cal 600 cal 300 cal 1:10-1:50 1:10-1:50 1:10-1:50 1:10-1:50 1:10-1:50

Athletic Drills Yoga Pilates Spin Spin TRX*600 cal 400 cal 400 cal 600 cal 600 cal 400-

600 cal

EveningClasses

5:00-5:45 4:00-4:45 5:00-5:45 5:00-5:45 5:30-6:15

*Check the TRX Classes. Sign up and pay at the Athletics desk.

Cardio Pilate TRX* Athletic Drills Yoga Athletic Drills

500 cal 400- 600 cal 600 cal 300 cal 600 cal

6:00-6:50 6:30-7:15 6:00-6:50 6:30-7:15 Spin Spin Spin Pilates Member Appreciation Day:

Wed. Jan. 26 Schedule available at the Athletics

Desk or online at: www.georgiangrizzlies.com

600 cal 600 cal 600 cal 400 cal7:00-8:00 7:00-8:00

Spin Spin600-900 cal 600-900 cal

To book a spin bike 1 hour before class, please call 728-1968 ext 1105 We are certainly open to anything that will help make your fitness experience here...fun and fresh!

These classes are suited to all fitness levels. Be sure to tell your instructor if you are new or if you have any physical concerns.

Pick your favourite class from the descriptions below...

Athletic Drills: Calorie burning cardio and weight training high-intensity full-body workout including jumping, skipping, throwing pushing and pulling. Be ready for intervals that elevate your heart rate.

Cardio Kick & Strength: This class may consist of athletic drills, low and high impact movements and martial arts to create an intense cardiovascular and total body conditioning workout. Large muscle movements, sport drills, combinations of punches & kicks and more; using a variety of tools like steps, bender balls, resistance bands, weights, kettle bells, bosu and more.

Muscle++: Research has proven strong muscles equals strong life line. This class focuses on each of your major muscle groups giving you a complete strength and conditioning class. There may be intermittent intervals of aerobics.

Pilate: An invigorating stretch and strengthening technique. Increase flexibility, engage your core and streamline your physique. An essential addition to any exercise regime. Leave feeling taller and stronger. Cardio Pilates: Pilates with a cardio section added in.

Spin: An interval cycle class working the cardiovascular system. Guaranteed to burn fat and unleash your cardiovascular potential. Spin Reservation Policy: The front row of bikes may be reserved up to one (1) hour in advance of a class by calling 728-1968 x1105 or by speaking in person with the staff member working the upstairs desk. Reservations cannot be made by leaving a voicemail. You will be given a number that correspond with the bike you will be on.

Step & Strength: Get your heart rate up to the max with great step combinations integrated muscle conditioning work.

Yoga: This is a traditional yoga class which dates back over six thousand years combining stretch and strengthening movements while releasing your daily stress.

TRX Suspension Training: Sign up for one of three TRX training sessions at the Athletics desk. Check out the posters for more info. $22/members $15/students

Winter Fitness Schedule Effective: January 10-April 17, 2011



County of Simcoe Paramedic Services, the Barrie Masonic Temple Company Ltd.,and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario are partnering to offer residents of Simcoe County a free CPR training clinic. There is no cost to attend the event,

but participants are asked to bring along a non-perishable food item.

Learn the simple life-saving skills of CPR through the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s CPR Anytime™ Family & Friends™ Kit as instructed by the

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G Gatherings Gala Presents…

A recognized International speaker, leader, author,

consultant, Dr Carol Ann Malizia delivers an energizing message of insights and change all women are faced with

during their evolution in life. Her twenty years of clinical experience combined with an equally long personal

study of the Laws of the Universe add to her passionate wisdom.

Guest Speaker: (Ret.) Gen.

Rebecca Halstead

Dr. Elizabeth Anderson-Peacock is a chiropractor, speaker, author and professional health coach. Recent author of

“Pearls of Wisdom – Pure and Powerful” an authentic book to which any woman can relate. “Dr. Liz” has enjoyed a huge

family practice, served on numerous committees, boards and provided guidance to many in both the professional and

public sector. She is well known in the pediatric chiropractic arena, has published numerous papers and continues to

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Dr. Liz Anderson-Peacock

Celebrity Speaker Christine Kloser

Dr. Carol Ann Malizia

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Attend G Gatherings to … ¥ Take home tools to make the most out of your day.

¥ Unleash the mental, physical health and vitality you were born with.

¥ Learn how to live a more inspired and love filled life.

Innovative Technology for Women Dr. Denise Perron

A Proud Sponsor of Girls Gals Gurus™

Christine Kloser is a spiritual business coach, book publisher

and an award-winning author of several books including “The Freedom Formula,” “Conscious Entrepreneurs” and

most recently “Align, Expand and Succeed… Shifting the Paradigm of Entrepreneurial Success.”

General Halstead was the first ever

female graduate of West Point to be promoted to General Officer, serving as

senior Commanding General for logistics in Iraq, and was the first female in U.S.

history to command in combat at the strategic level. Following her extensive

27-year career with the U.S. Army, General Halstead retired in 2008. Her

primary focus is to provide leadership and motivational training to fellow officers and corporations worldwide.

Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Time: 8:30am-4:00pm

Location: Gryphon Theatre, Georgian

College, Barrie Campus

Early bird tickets can be purchased

on line at www.girlsgalsgurus.com

Telephone Inquiries: 705-627-0030 Early bird ticket pricing available for tickets

purchased before 1/17/11.

Girls Gals Gurus™ is proud to be

affiliated with Operation Hero. A portion of ticket proceeds for

the event will be donated to Operation Hero in support of Canadian Military families.

Airports:

Toronto International (YYZ): From airport take 401 E to 400 N Barrie. Exit Duckworth Street. Go straight to Georgian College Drive and turn see College

and parking on right. Registration: 8:30am – 9:00am

Seminar: 9:00am – 4:00pm Investment in USD: VIP* $249 / person *includes luncheon with General

Halstead. General admission $199 / person. Location: Gryphon Theatre, Georgian College, Barrie, ON www.georgianc.on.ca

Dr. Denise Perron, a board-certified chiropractor for more than 20 years, is the brains behind ShaToBu™- The Workout

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