Exams are almost here!

We got about 30 high school students interested in AIESEC even before entering university at U of C's "Spring into the U"! From this, we are extremely excited about upcoming events in AIESEC!

Jag and I want to keep Calgary (and other locals) motivated! Here's a consolidated list of events/campaigns of excitement!:

1) 100 and Alumni Campaigns (let's work together as a country!)- March 15- April 15
2) Get Your Mind Out of the Gutter- April 7
3) Year-End Barbeque- April 28
4) NLDC 2007!!- May 5-9
5) EnCana 2007 partnership is being launched!

Best of luck on your exams! Hopefully you've started studying for them already!

Get Your Mind Out of the Gutter - We're Going Bowling!

It’s time to break out your competitive side ... along with some Lysol.

When: Saturday, April 7th at 8:00 pm
Where: Mountain View Bowl –3919 Richmond Road S.W
Cost: $12.70 includes shoes and two games of ten pin bowling.

Spaces are limited, so please RSVP to ammurray@ucalgary.ca no later than Thursday, April 5th if you would like to attend.

Chinese Intern Cultural Farewell Dinner

Apple and Margaret are leaving us soon after their 3-month internship with Deloitte. They will be having a farewell dinner on Friday at 7 p.m.

When: Friday, March 30 at 7 p.m.
Where: Chong Qing Restaurant at 104-303 Centre Street SW
Style: Chinese hotpot

Only 15 seats could be reserved at the restaurant, so please RSVP to Jagmeet or Iris to let us know if you will attend.

not another video

here is the video i made to showcase last year's eb term. enjoy.

link: http://petey01.blogspot.com/2007/03/not-another-video.html

Reflection of WENA LDS 2007

International conferences are truly magical! WENA LDS 2007 was the first ever WENA LDS, and I can see it becoming just bigger and better in the future!! There were travel mishaps, but those just added to my sweet memories.

On my first return connection flight, the tears didn't stop coming!! In Wales, I was inspired and challenged to become not only a better leader, but a better person. My newly established friendships here are comparable to priceless kinship.

On a lighter note, my "home group" was named "Irish Cows" because there was a cow on the venue called Iris, I got into the gossip box on my first international conferences for "falling asleep" from jet lag and North American bonding rocked! And there is a particular dance that I want to launch at NLDC ("Ice Cream Cake") hehe

I'll blog more about it on my personal blog later on. But, back to reality now,...lots of e-mails to catch up on, aiya!! I can't wait to share my experiences with you all at the G.A. on Wednesday!!

Please do attend international conferences! You will understand more about the meaning of AIESEC, and most importantly yourself, at an entirely different level!

Ready or Not. . . Here Comes NLDC 2007!!!

Is Calgary ready for NLDC07?! This years NLDC will be hosted by AIESEC Ryerson . . . In the heart of Downtown Toronto on May 5-10, 2007!!! This conference empowers you to take the initiatve to further enhance your AIESEC experience! This 5-day conference will bring together over 300 student leaders from AIESEC Canada's 27 university chapters to engage in leadership skill development workshops, discussion of AIESEC Canada's national issues, and collaborate on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our exchange program.

National Leadership Development Conference 2007 is designed to create a self-driven learning environment enabling you to come together with all the delegates to be inspired, understand and relate to AIESEC’s direction, and develop the skills and networks needed to create greater success as individuals, AIESECers, and for the organization as a whole. Excited to make new friends, learn new skills, and fun parties?!?!

Download the application here

All applications are due March 23rd by 5:00 p.m. in the MD mailbox! If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact Jagmeet Sekhon at sekhon.j.k@gmail.com

For more information visit the NLDC website

USA challenge Canada????

Hey AIESEC Canada!!!

AIESEC US just wanted to send you a quick note from south of the border to let you know that things are looking pretty good for us to hit 100 exchanges this month. Yesterday we just signed an account with PWC to bring in 30 trainees ASAP and we have 90 SNs on available status. We want to add an extra challenge to the mix and say that we are so confident that we are going to hit this 100 that we also want to make a bet that we will hit it before you do!  So, if you accept this challenge then whichever one of us hits the 100 exchanges first has to write a letter to the other country stating 10 reasons why we rock (letter to be read at a national conference). What do you think? Are you up for it? Despite all the challenges, it would be pretty cool for North America to do 200 exchanges in one month wouldn’t it??

- AIESEC US Member Committee

BRING IT ON CALGARY!!!! BRING IT ON!!!!!

Alexandra Milena's Reception Dinner

Please come and welcome our latest intern from Columbia, Alexandra Milena! We will be having a reception dinner for her on Friday, March 16th. The details are as follows:

Who: For Alexandra Milena
What: Intern Reception Dinner
When: Friday, March 16th at 7:00 p.m.
Where: O'Canada Restaurant (Across Moxie's Restaurant on 8th Street S.W. and 7th Avenue S.W.)

Special thanks to Shane Seeley for matching this internship! See you all in the dinner reception!

not another review board

here are the pictures of all the SN candidates with Sunny Cheung for the Winter 2007 Review Board.

link: http://petey01.blogspot.com/2007/03/not-another-review-board.html

International Calgarians

Hello,

As most of you know I am an avid supporter of international conferences, and this year AIESEC Calgary has started to ensure that its members attend as many conferences (international and national) as possible...

So it is with extreme pride that I see our second Calgarian attend an int. conference within two months....

1. First it was Julie Pederson who had an incredible time in Croatia and will be relaying her experiences in the GA (don't miss it)

2. Secondly it is Iris who leaves us today for Wales...Iris Wong is the only Canadian delegate attending the WENA LDS (Western Europe, North America Leadership development Seminar) conference in Wales...and we are VERY proud of her...

Make AIESEC Canada and Calgary proud Iris...

3. And finally today the announcement for the ITC (international trainers conference) delegates were made and we have Mr. Jeremy Torio himself making the final cut....congratulations Jeremy...he will now be leaving for Romania on April 17th to experience an incredible conference...

congratulations to all the AIESEC Calgary members that decided to take a risk...you are creating a new culture for AIESEC Calgary that is extremely exciting...

If you are wondering when you can start your own international experience make sure you attend the March GA, make an effort in finding out when the next conferences are and speak to those who have gone on a conference or are going on one...Don't miss this chance of a life time...Iris, Julie and Jeremy definitely didn't....

Take care

Local Awards!

The 2006-2007 year was an amazing success, of which could not be possible without the dedication of our stakeholders who have invested so much time into AIESEC Calgary over these past months. In recognition of these outstanding people, at this year's International Gala we awarded the following individuals for their contirbution to the organization:

For outstanding contribution to a portfolio:
Serge Basso (External Relations)
Diana Tran (Member Development)
Iris Wong (Incoming Exchange)
Laura Buhler (Corporate Development)
Kent Babin (Outgoing Exchange)
Vania Sze (Careers Day)

For outstanding contribution as an exchange participant:
Elizabeth Watterworth (Outgoing SN)
Dan Moldoveanu (Incoming TN)

For outstanding contribution to the local as a whole:
Julie Pedersen (New Member)
Shane Seeley (Spirit)
Joy Liu (Leadership)
Leor Rotchild (Champion)
Dave Steen (Alumnus)
Miranda Erickson (Advisor)
and finally,
EnCana Corporation (Corporate Partner)

Thank-you to everyone listed above and ALL members as well, if we could give an award to every single one of you we would!
Best of Luck for your continued success and contribution to AIESEC Calgary.

- AIESEC Calgary Executive 2006-07

Thank you

Hello Everyone,

I would like to take this time to thank the International Gala team for the wonderful evening that they planned,

Everything went wonderfully well, the location was perfect, the food delicious and the dances fun to watch.

Everyone was very impressed with the way the evening went and I heard nothing but wonderful things....

Thank you Joy for taking this project and for delivering it wonderfully,
and thank you to the rest of the team for aiding in making this event what it was... you guys literally ROCKED the HOUSE!!!!

If you would like to thank the IG team you can email them at aiesec.cgy.ig@gmail.com

Take care

Mandatory March General Assembly

Ever thought how it is like to be a delegate of an International Conference? How about those crazy AIESECers who go to conferences to network and learn more about the organization? Well, this General Assembly will sure to keep you wanting more of AIESEC! Julie Pedersen, our Director of Reception, has just come back from the Croatian National Congress and will be presenting her experiences for all to see. Bring your friends along and see what AIESEC has to offer.

Also, for those interested in becoming a Student Nominee (SN) for going abroad to do an internship, this General Assembly is mandatory! How about those interested in challenging their worldview? Please join us in discussing some of the most pressing issues that the world has come across, planned by none other than our Director of the event, Yasmine Mathurin.

In addition, our Regional Vice President and Member Committee President elect, John Kelly, will be attending the event. Why not expand your network and get to know your next president?

Who: You and your friends! The more the merrier!
When: Wednesday, March 21st at 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Education Complex 287
E-mail: aiesec.cgy.md@gmail.com
Cost: FREE!

Account Manager of EnCana 2007!

The EnCana-NGO-AIESEC partnership is currently the largest and most innovative partnership that Calgary is managing, along with the MC (we love the MC, we do!).

It's about time that we found my predecessor for Account Manager of EnCana. We searched far and wide and stumbled upon the perfect individual for the job.

Please join me in congratulating Marcia Tiro!! Raise the roof on this partnership and make us proud, Marcia!

Soft Skill Session: Learning to Present

Learn how to present for school, general use, as well as to potential AIESEC partners from our alumna, Christine McLaren, who has presented to various clients through her work from Mergis Group (a human resource agency).

Who: You and all your friends!
When: Wednesday, March 7th at 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Education Complex 276
RSVP: aiesec.cgy.er@gmail.com
Cost: Free!!!

Colombian Intern Arrives Sunday

Hey AIESEC!

It's about time that another intern arrived in Calgary! Alexandra Milena from Colombia will be arriving this Sunday, March 11 at 10:20 a.m. Alexandra will be working with Norfolk Mobility Benefits, Inc.

Reception Dinner
When: Friday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m.
Where: O'Canada (tentatively). Please feel free to offer any other suggestions!

Special thanks to Shane for matching this internship! See you all at the airport!

Cheers to a Successful Year

Shocking! I'm actually posting something, but, better late than never...

AIESEC Calgary has always had a strong culture of excellence, and this past year was no different. Winning (rather, earning) LC of the year for two consecutive years in a row, we have definitely pushed the envelope for not only us, but to those across the nation. I'd like to thank everyone that was a part of my ICX team, and for those who were part of the executive board with me. The network of friends that I have made from this experience are now an invaluable part of my life.

I can remember the time at NC 2005 in Calgary where I stumbled upon this organization. I had opted to volunteer at this conference, but I there was no way I could have anticipated the intensity of it. Sucked in by the highly enthusiastic and outgoing members across the nation, I continued to be a part of AIESEC for the next two years. Not only did my I find my place, I discovered how much this country and world has to offer. Thanks to everyone who was involved! You know who you are...

I think that our EB did an excellent job during our 06-07 term, and I hope that the our successors go above and beyond it. Benchmarks are only made to be broken, and I wish the best of luck to Vania, Aaron, Angela, Iris, James, Jeremy, Jagmeet, and Andrew for doing so! LC of the year for the third year in a row! I know you can do it!

Cheers,
Alan

Oh, just a quick note... I updated my blog! Check it out at:
http://www.alan-cheung.com

Travel Asia

Hey Everyone!

It's been awhile since I've talked to a lot of you. I hope everything is going well. I'm writing because Liz and I are planning our 2 month tour of Asia and I am looking for tips and stories that anyone may have and could share with us. Anything related to the area, travelling experiences in general, hiking tips, tips for female travelers and inspirational stories will be very much appreciated. If you know of anyone who could take us around or who we could just meet up with, that would also be very helpful...especially if you have AIESEC contacts!

Our tentative countries are: Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia/Singapore and Indonesia. We began with 10 countries and then realized it was too ambitious. Asia is huge and I think it will take many trips to explore everything.

Anyways, I hope to hear back from you guys soon. I miss everyone at home and I love getting emails from you so email me!!! - dtra@alumni.ucalgary.ca

Lots of Love,
dTran