St John’s College community News Archive
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Ph.D student, Jihad (Rosty) Othman, joins global leaders at the 4th UN Global Peace Summit
January 28, 2025 —
Jihad (Rosty) Othman is a Ph.D. student from the Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Manitoba, supervised by Dr. Lori Wilkinson, a St John’s College fellow. Recently, Othman participated in the prestigious Global Peace Summit in Bangkok, hosted by Humanitarian Affairs Asia. The summit brought together over 400 delegates from more than 40 countries, all united with the mission to advance peace, justice, and sustainable global harmony.
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How a career shift advanced anti-racism in sports and enriched student experiences
January 23, 2025 —
Navigating new paths can be challenging, yet it can also lead to remarkable growth and success. Dr. Sarah Teetzel’s journey beautifully illustrates the importance of embracing opportunities that present themselves. With a background in Kinesiology and Chemistry from Western University, and experience as a competitive athlete, Dr. Teetzel initially aspired to work in Canada’s sport drug-testing lab. However, a pivotal conversation with her PhD supervisor changed her trajectory.
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Celebrating 2024 scholarship and honorary degree recipients
October 17, 2024 —
The first Sunday of November is always a special time for the St John’s College community. It’s a time when we bestow honorary degrees in recognition of those who have made significant contribution to both St John’s community and the country. It is also when we celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates as well as our scholarship and bursary recipients. For the 2024 convocation on November 3, SJC is proud to recognize Rt Rev. Helen Kennedy, Dr. Evelyn Forget, and Mr. Jim Ripley. Each of these individuals has had a significant impact on our community, whether as students, on the Council, or in our chapel.
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Your impact on the SJC community
October 11, 2024 —
Our small community on campus is more than just a college for students; it’s a place of growth and where students find themselves. Fourth-year psychology student Eniola Odeleye is a prime example of this.
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Finding home on campus
October 10, 2024 —
Arriving in Canada for the first time is a scary feeling for many international students, including St John's resident Rei Shibue. The Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources student studying for his master's in microbiology felt isolated when he arrived in Canada. He did not know what to expect but was excited to get started. "When I first arrived in Canada, I felt alone. I didn't have any friends or know where to go on campus; I was just trying to figure out my way."
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Embracing passion for healthcare
September 23, 2024 —
Sabrina Stokotelny found joining the college membership early in her studies beneficial. During her time in South Africa, she applied her skills to real-life situations and reflected on the importance of healthcare and the difference she wants to make.
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Celebrating alumni at homecoming 2024
September 10, 2024 —
This year, St John's College invites alumni to a special edition of the lunch and lively series, where food, conversation, and history will be the focus of our celebration.
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Making history
September 10, 2024 —
Held in the St John's College Chapel, this is an opportunity for our community to sign a historical book who will share their names with members of the college from over decades.
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Opportunities await this fall at SJC
September 3, 2024 —
As students return to campus for a new year, St John’s College is excited to welcome back students into our college student membership. Whether needing a place to study, meet new people, or have somewhere to go on campus, SJC is a small community that helps students succeed at UM.
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Making the world more than just a place
August 12, 2024 —
The Associate Professor in the Faculty of Arts, Director of the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture, and Senior Fellow at St John’s College focuses on the relationships between people and territories and how we might live in ways that support Indigenous sovereignty and environmental justice.