b2B backpack to BRIEFCASE

November 19, 2012 17:30 – 19:30
b2B backpack to BRIEFCASE
Presented by Departments of French, German, Italian, Slavic, Spanish & Portuguese
Charbonnel Lounge, Elmsley Hall, SMC

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DEPARTMENTS: French / Germanic Languages & Literatures / Italian Studies / Slavic Languages & Literatures / Spanish & Portuguese

Interested in networking with U of T alumni who studied languages and used their education and passion to pursue and achieve successful careers? Attend a panel discussion with alumni from the languages departments. There will be a panel discussion, Q&A, light refreshments and an opportunity for networking.

PANELISTS

  • Joan Anderson, Assistant Vice-President, Administration, Honda Canada (Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures)
  • Filomena Frisina, Partner, Gowlings LLP (Department of French)
  • Carlos Miguel, Teacher, Riverdale Collegiate Institute (Department of Spanish & Portuguese)
  • Voy Stelmaszynski, Board Solicitor, Ontario Labour Relations Board (Department of Slavic Languages & Literatures)
  • Emilia Valentini, Principal, Camarra’s Pizzeria and Restaurant (Department of Italian Studies)

Backpack to Briefcase (b2B) is an interdisciplinary learning series that brings together upper year students and alumni in a relaxed setting to share questions, experiences and professional advice. Students learn about different career options while giving alumni the opportunity to interact with students, return to campus, and share stories of success in the professional world.