Leadership
On Campus
President’s Perspective: A forum for open, respectful dialogue
President Deep Saini on why it is so vital for McGill to hold “two truths at once” – that it is essential for universities to protect free expression, while also providing safe environments where intimidation and harassment are never tolerated.
On Campus
Remembering Derek Drummond
One of a kind. Genuine and fun. A very special human. A steady and kind presence. A glance at the tributes flooding Derek Drummond’s Facebook page in the wake of his passing on November 17 tells you just how beloved he was in the McGill community and beyond. If you didn’t know him, you wish you […]
On Campus
Trailblazing deans
Two Faculties recently made McGill history with the appointments of their first female deans. Vivianne Yargeau (Engineering) and Lesley Fellows, BSc’90, MDCM’96, MedResident’01 (Medicine and Health Sciences) talk about their careers and the work they hope to do in their new roles.
People
Montreal’s reform-minded police chief
Fady Dagher, EMBA'12, the new director of Montreal's police force, is known for his unconventional ideas. His innovative approach was shaped, in part, by his MBA studies at McGill and HEC Montréal.
People
Not the CEO from central casting (and he sees that as a strength)
Éric Lachance, BCom’96, might not be the sort of charismatic extrovert that we typically associate with the role of CEO, but the McGill alum who heads the Quebec energy giant Énergir insists there is more than one approach to effective leadership. He is putting that to the test as he leads his company on a greener path forward.
People
Finding the “nerve” to lead
Martha Piper, PhD’79, DSc’98, was the first woman to lead the University of British Columbia, serving as UBC's president from 1997 to 2006. Her new book provides a step-by-step roadmap for other women to follow, challenging them to push past fear and self-doubt.
People
Michael Meighen reflects on his years as chancellor
Michael Meighen, BA’60, LLD’12, is nearing the end of his term as McGill’s 19th chancellor. In an interview, he talks about his time in the role, selfie requests during convocation, and why supporting students was such an important cause for him.
People
A Winning Reputation
Chantal Vallée, MA’02, was a coaching sensation in the world of women’s university basketball. Now she is ready for her next challenge – as the first woman to hold the dual job of general manager and head coach in a men’s professional basketball league.
Society
McGill law student gets to shadow Prime Minister Trudeau for a day
McGill law student Breanne Lavallée-Heckert got to shadow Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on the job last week as part of the #GirlsBelongHere initiative. It was a day to remember.
People
Setting sail to make history
Simon DuBois, BCom’10, DPA’11, is embarking on an adventure of a lifetime – an around-the-world sailing race. He hopes the experience will help him with his business career goals.
Society
On building brands (including the brand of you)
When you’re the CEO of a company that employs more than 5,500, you hear a lot of questions about how to build a career. In his new book, Brian Fetherstonhaugh, BCom’79, the CEO of OgilvyOne Worldwide, supplies the answers.
Society
Paving the way for women on Bay Street
Things might be better than they used to be, but the world of Canadian finance still isn’t particularly welcoming to women. Jennifer Reynolds, BA’94, MBA’98, is working to change that.