Georgian College

1 CONVOCATION 2020 | GeorgianCollege.ca 3 Graduates, we are incredibly proud of you and what you have achieved. You successfully balanced your studies, work, friends, family and other commitments – by no means a small feat. Many of you also persevered with your studies through the uncertainty of a global pandemic, which offered its own set of unique academic and personal challenges. Congratulations! Now, more than ever, we need you. We face one of the most significant global health and economic challenges in more than a century – with far-reaching implications we have yet to comprehend. We need you not only as innovators, skilled workers and professionals who will play a vital role in the resurgence and growth of our economy, but as caring and engaged citizens who will work to improve and strengthen our communities. You will be the resilient leaders who define and influence a better future for us all. The changemakers who offer our world immense hope – hope for a more just society, hope for creating sustainable businesses and inclusive workplaces, hope for a stronger, safer, and healthier planet. Today you join more than 85,000 talented Georgian alumni living, working and making a meaningful difference all over the world. As you take the next step on your journey, remember your Georgian family is always here, cheering you on. Be sure to keep in touch and share your adventures. Special thanks to all those who supported our graduates throughout their academic journey – family, friends, mentors, community and industry partners, and the exceptional group of faculty and staff at the college. You have a lot to celebrate today as well! Kind regards, MaryLynn West–Moynes President and CEO Raeneisha Rosalina | Two-time alumna Business – Accounting, class of 2017 Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Management and Leadership), class of 2020 "When I graduated from my first Georgian program, I felt extremely proud walking across the stage to receive my diploma. As an international student, my parents moved me a five-hour flight from home to ensure I had a proper education. It felt so rewarding to make them proud. I decided to further my education by enrolling in a degree program. I would never have imagined that we'd have a global pandemic during my last two-semesters. I'm thankful to all the professors who continue to deliver a high educational standard during these unprecedented times. Although it makes me sad that my parents cannot see me walk across the stage once more, I am honoured to say that I am a two-time Georgian graduate !" 3 Many of you already know what's next while some may still be unsure. Don't worry if you don't have it all figured out, because that's part of the experience – discovering who you are, how you want to contribute and what inspires you along the way. You've got this, I promise. You certainly proved that during your time at Georgian. Today, you leave with a combination of unique skills and a credential that will put you in high demand with employers. It's up to you what you decide to do with them. I hope you choose to use them for the greater good as an innovative changemaker and leader in your workplace and community. You join 80,000 talented Georgian graduates living, working and making a meaningful difference all over the world. As you take the next step on your journey, remember your Georgian family is always here, cheering you on. Be sure to keep in touch and share your adventures. Special thanks to all those who supported our graduates throughout their academic journey – family, friends, mentors, community and industry partners, and the exceptional group of staff and faculty at the college. You have a lot to celebrate today as well! Kind regards, MaryLynn West-Moynes President and CEO Raeneisha Rosalina | Alumna, Business – Accounting, class of 2017 Student, Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (Management and Leadership) "When I graduated from my first Georgian program, I felt extremely proud walking across the stage to receive my diploma. It was an overwhelming and surreal moment when I heard them announce my name. As an international student, my parents moved me a five-hour flight from home to ensure I had a proper education. It felt so rewarding to make them proud. Now, I'm pursing my degree at Georgian. I know I can trust and rely on Georgian for an excellent education and an amazing co-op experience."

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