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Chair for Shinerama 2009 Make a list If someone makes an impact in your life, tell them
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6 Engineers in the House of Commons Natural leaders, problem solvers, put public first Government Liaison Program, Bridging Engineers and Government Goal: 11 by 2011
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P. Eng turned teacher "build lives, not cars“ The versatility of "application“ Live for Monday
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Fun introductions - 3+ Logans in our room Tug of War with values - Career, values and ethics, education, innovation, creativity Exercise in balance and diversity Inspirational quotes
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MD, MPP – Oak Ridges-Markham Spoke regarding the new water distribution policies being passed through the legislature in Ontario Discussion from as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment regarding the proposed Water Opportunities and Water Conservation Act Discussion about professionals in public policy (engineers)
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Engineers are the ones implementing and planning the downstream effects of the bill in municipalities Municipal policies need more engineers to ensure fewer future downstream conflicts in bills › This idea can be translated into all levels of government
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Computer Engineering Professor – University of Toronto Spoke about the opportunities in graduate school for professional development and research outside of industry Discussion regarding his experiences in the computer industry and disrupting work to pursue graduate school
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The practical worth of a masters degree › M.A.Sc. vs. M.Eng. Gain Research Capabilities (R&D) Gain Technical Competencies (Advanced Certification for Practice) The practical worth of a PhD › Monetary Value (Less than an MBA)
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Living in chronic-poverty stricken regions Introduction to micro-finance Contrasts to traditional charitable endeavors How to become involved Examples of success stories
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UNICEF and BBC Situated in largest delta Groundwater drinking water source Arsenic contaminated groundwater Roles of engineers in international problems
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Ron's Story The Time's of our Lives Obstacles and Challenges Setting goals and plans
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Students want to be better informed of networking opportunities A functional website that does more than just "sign in" is necessary Possible industry open-house style tours More information about EIT mentor opportunities.
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