Alumni stories
Graduate success stories and news
Every Georgian graduate, student, staff, faculty and friend of our college has a story to tell, and we love to share their stories!
Publications
Stay informed with the print and digital editions of our biannual GeorgianView magazine, as well as monthly e-newsletters.
GeorgianView
GeorgianView magazine
GeorgianView magazine is the official publication of the Georgian College Alumni Association, keeping our community connected with each other and to the college. It’s distributed free of charge each spring to Georgian graduates and friends of our college.
GeorgianView digital edition
The GeorgianView digital supplement is the Georgian College Alumni Association’s digital publication in a short, interactive format. The publication is distributed each fall/winter by email to Georgian graduates and friends of our college.
The Loop
Monthly e-newsletter
The Loop is a monthly e-newsletter intended to keep Georgian College graduates updated and in the loop. It is designed to keep graduates connected with one another and to our college, and to support lifelong learning and career development.
2024
2023
Inspirational alumni
Meet some of Georgian’s inspirational alumni
Be inspired by the accomplishments with this collection of featured alumni stories. Read more amazing stories like these ones.
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People of Georgian: Ontario small towns inspire clerk’s painted postcards
Meet Pallavi Gupta, artist, Testing Services Clerk and alumna of Georgian’s Project Management program.
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Next generation of farmers gets growing in Georgian’s new Business – Agriculture program
New program combines the business and science of agriculture to prepare the next generation as innovators in efficiency, profitability and sustainability in the agriculture industry.
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People of Georgian: Avid reader finds community at libraries and online
Meet Michelle Dowzer, an alum and full-time Academic Support Officer at the Robbert Hartog Midland Campus.
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Alumna supports awards program for female students with donations and mentorship
To celebrate International Women’s Day (March 8) and 10 years of empowering women through Georgian’s WOMEN’S inTUITION awards and scholarships program, Maria Artuso (class of 2001), talked with us about the impact female students and alumni can have in the workplace.
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People of Georgian: From slam dunks to dental drills – a student’s double dream at college
Meet Ami May, student in the Dental Hygiene program, alumnus and guard on the varsity women’s basketball team.
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Interior Decorating alumna paying it forward for small businesses following in her footsteps
When Markie Tuckett, an alumna of Georgian’s Interior Decorating diploma program (class of 2013), left her job as principal designer at a kitchen and bath design company to start her own business, she did so without capital, credit, clients or contacts.
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Culinary power couple serve up success with new endowment
Two alumni are dishing out opportunities for the next generation of hospitality entrepreneurs where their own journey began – Georgian College. The couple, who own popular Barrie restaurants Michael & Marion’s and The Side Door, recently returned to campus where they provided a generous $26,000 gift.
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From learner to leader – an alumna’s commitment to veterinary outreach
Kristina Burns has built a career driven by a passion for science, animals and a dedication to the human-animal bond that continues to inspire her work. Now the associate dean of Health, Wellness and Sciences at Georgian, Kristina reflects fondly on her student years in the program.
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Personal Support Worker alumna finds success as an award-winning health care hero
For those approaching retirement, it’s a time to reflect on careers and plan how to spend their newfound downtime – but not for Holly Martin (class of 2014). At the age of 59, she boldly decided to leave a lucrative career to follow her passion for helping vulnerable people.
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Automotive Business School of Canada alumnus nurtures leaders of tomorrow
For Andrew Ojamae, the mentorship, job-ready skills and forward-thinking approach he gained through his program at Georgian laid a foundation for the growth and adaptability that has helped him succeed.
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Civil Engineering Technology and Technician alumna driving change as president of family-owned business
Lisa is at the helm of Simcoe County’s premier industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) and multi-residential general contractor. She says Georgian’s hands-on approach helped her grow the business, significantly increase revenue, and diversify the firm’s business to include mid-to-high-rise construction and large-scale industrial projects.
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Fundraising and Resource Development alumna empowering immigrant and refugee women
For Zein Dhanidina, the experience of immigrant and refugee women coming to Canada is something she holds close to her heart.
Impact reports
Economic impact reports
Georgian alumni add $1.4 billion to regional economy
Thousands of alumni are employed in the Georgian catchment area. As a result of their education, they receive higher earnings and increase the productivity of the businesses that employ them.
According to a recent economic impact study by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI), in fiscal year 2019-20, Georgian alumni generated $1.4 billion in added income for the regional economy, which is equivalent to supporting 19,262 jobs.
Donor impact report
Your support is changing lives of Georgian students
Because of You is a way to keep in touch at the start of each semester so donors can learn how their support is changing lives, through bite-sized stories about our students and the Georgian community.
Submit your story ideas
What’s your story?
To share your story, simply fill out this online form, or email us at alumni@georgiancollege.ca.
Share your own story ideas or tell us about the people in your alumni network that are inspiring you!
Connect with us
Advancement and Alumni Relations Office
Email: alumni@georgiancollege.ca
Phone: 705.722.5173
Alumni Engagement, Room E200
One Georgian Dr.
Barrie ON, Canada
L4M 3X9