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Joey Odman takes the helm of McGill Alumni Association
McGill’s downtown campus was the backdrop to Joey Odman’s time at elementary and high school on University Street – and it has remained a fixture in his life ever since. This fall, the engineering grad began his term as the new president of the McGill Alumni Association.
On Campus
A special return to campus for McGill Homecoming
After two years of virtual festivities, this year’s McGill Homecoming marked a triumphant return to in-person celebrations. Friends and classmates reconnected for a full lineup of activities, including signature events such as the Beatty Lecture, the Leacock Lecture, and the McGill Redbirds Homecoming football game.
On Campus
In-person Homecoming boasts exciting lineup
After two years of virtual ceremonies, including for McGill’s Bicentennial in 2021, Homecoming Celebration Weekend is back in person.
On Campus
Alumni reunite at historic Homecoming
Homecoming is always steeped in nostalgia as alumni reminisce about their time at McGill. But this year’s edition added special milestones to the mix: McGill’s Bicentennial and the 100th anniversary of Homecoming.
On Campus
Alumni voices help shape anti-Black racism plan
Sandrine Ntibarigobeka, BA’16, forged strong friendships at McGill through the Black Students’ Network and the McGill African Students Society. When she graduated and moved back to Ontario, “I wanted to continue and have that network in Toronto with fellow alumni,” says Ntibarigobeka.
People
Meet your new MAA president
Longtime volunteer Luciano D’Iorio, BA’99, is the new president of the McGill Alumni Association. He recently spoke about the MAA's work and some of its priorities for the year ahead.
On Campus
At-Home Homecoming attracts worldwide audience
The hugs and handshakes might have been missing but, from Toronto to Tasmania, the spirit of Homecoming was as strong as ever during McGill’s first At-Home Homecoming in September.
On Campus
Lending a hand to the Class of 2020
The Class of 2020 had the rug pulled out from under it because of the pandemic. The University’s career-advising services are rallying to help McGill’s newest grads navigate their way into an unpredictable job market.
Society
Telemedicine company inspires alumni hiring initiative
Anna Chif became interested in virtual healthcare after in-person trips to the doctor for prescription refills made caring for her ailing grandmother more difficult. Chif co-founded Dialogue, a Canadian telemedicine company, in 2016, only four years after graduating from McGill with a Bachelor of Commerce.
Discovery
A passion for solving medical mysteries
Dr. Xiaoyang Liu vividly remembers the moment when her oncology research data – meticulously collected and recorded – suddenly took on another form: the face of a small child confronting a life-threatening brain tumor.
On Campus
Rewarding a community-minded spirit
A commitment to volunteering and giving back through many organizations and causes has earned Dave D’Oyen this year’s James G. Wright Award from the McGill Alumni Association.
People
New MAA president steps into role on cusp of McGill’s bicentennial
Inez Jabalpurwala, BA'89, MA'91, MBA'01, the president and CEO of Brain Canada, is taking on another presidential role as the new head of the McGill Alumni Association. She knows firsthand how mentors can change someone’s life and she is hoping to help nurture more connections between students and alumni.