Annual business and industry dinner presented by Graham Group Ltd. hosted tonight
December 1, 2016 – Saskatchewan Polytechnic Business and Industry Dinners provide a valuable networking opportunity for students and provide employers with a chance to contribute to students’ success. Proceeds from the Business and Industry Dinners help fund Sask Polytech’s student awards program and provide more students with access to financial assistance.
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 be hearing from Civil Engineering Technology alumnus Michael Majeran. Majeran is the founding president of Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists & Technicians (SASTT). SASTT is the only professional association representing applied science and engineering technologists and technicians in Saskatchewan. Most of SASTT’s 2,500 members are Sask Polytech graduates.
“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.
| Date: | Thursday, December 1, 2016 |
| Time: | Reception: 5:30 p.m. Dinner/Program: 6:30 p.m. |
| Location: | Heritage Inn, Moose Jaw 1590 Main Street North, Moose Jaw, SK |
Presenting Sponsor: Graham Group Ltd.
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.