Annual business and industry dinner presented by Graham Group Ltd. hosted in Regina tonight
At this year’s dinner, presented by Graham Group Ltd., Sask Polytech is sharing some
big accomplishments. Research InfoSource Inc. recently ranked Sask Polytech at #1
for largest percentage of research revenue from industry and #10 for growth in research
revenue. Dinner guests will also be hearing from Civil Engineering Technology alumnus
Bruce Gilkes. Since graduating in 1987, Bruce’s career journey has been unique — he’s
been a commanding officer in the Canadian Forces and is now the president and chief
technology officer of one of Canada's Top 40 defense companies, C4i Consultants Inc.
“We continue to see success, through the accomplishments of our alumni, employer partnerships
and applied research projects. We are building vital connections in our communities
and with employers that encourage experiential learning and collaborative research,”
says Dr. Larry Rosia, Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s president and CEO. “Our success is
achieved with relevant and responsive programming and the strong support of industry.
The Business and Industry Dinners are a great example of how Sask Polytech brings
alumni, students and employers together to benefit all involved.”
Graham Group is one of the many industry partners who look to Sask Polytech to provide them with skilled staff they can trust.
“Graham Group is proud to sponsor the Saskatchewan Polytechnic Business and Industry
dinners across Saskatchewan. This year Graham Group is celebrating 90 years of construction
excellence,” says June Verhelst, vice president operations at Graham Group. “Over
our history, Saskatchewan Polytechnic has been a key producer of talent for Graham
and its operations. Graham values this forum for industry to connect with the students.
Polytechnic grads will continue to be to be future contributors to success industry,
government and communities.”
Funds raised through the events support scholarships and bursaries for Sask Polytech
students. To date, the value of scholarships and bursaries supported by the event
and given to students totals more than $1.5 million.
Media are welcome to attend this event.
| Presenting sponsor: | Graham Group Ltd. |
| Date: | Thursday, November 24, 2016 |
| Time: | Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner/Program: 6:30 p.m. |
| Location: | Delta, Regina 1919 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina SK |
Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves 27,000 distinct students through applied learning opportunities at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon, and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student needs, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.