Alumni President's Corner

President's Corner

A Message from Alumni Association President Colin Whitehead '06

I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. I am pleased to update you on Homecoming and other activities of your King’s Alumni Association.

Homecoming is not just a celebration of our alma mater but also a time for us to come together as a community and reconnect with old friends, reminisce about our college days and create new memories. It is a time to celebrate our shared experiences and the bonds that were formed during our time at King’s.

This year’s Homecoming was bigger and better than ever, living up to its name as “The Greatest Homecoming on Earth!” We welcomed 380 alumni, students and friends back to campus for a weekend full of events and celebrations, including the Alumni Awards Ceremony, Homecoming Dinner, and King’s Fest.

This year marked my third opportunity to moderate the Faculty Chat, which examined the pros, cons, and ethical issues around modern technology, including artificial intelligence, social media, and nuclear weapons. Thanks to our faculty panelists, Dr. Graham Broad, Dr. Jason Dean and Dr. Wendy Ellis, who provided unique perspectives on the topic. If you have suggestions for faculty chat topics or panelists, please send them to alumni@kings.uwo.ca.

Highlights from Homecoming are included on pages 16-17, and there is a photo album on the KUCAlumni Facebook page that I encourage you to check out.

If you attended Homecoming and have not completed our feedback survey, please take a few moments to let us know what you liked and what you hope to see at next year’s Homecoming.

As always, I invite you to get involved with your King’s Alumni Association. Events are held throughout the year, so make sure you’re receiving the alumni e-newsletter and follow @KUCAlumni on social media for the most up-to-date information.

Additionally, consider volunteering your time and expertise. We are in need of alumni who can support students by offering one-day job shadowing opportunities, becoming mentors or participating as speakers at career-related events. Your wisdom and experience can guide and inspire students as they navigate their future career paths.

Lastly, spread the word about your King’s Alumni Association and the benefits of alumni involvement. Reach out to your fellow alumni, share your stories and memories, submit a nomination for the Alumni Awards and encourage your fellow graduates to keep in touch. Together, we are a strong and vibrant community that will continue supporting and uplifting King’s for generations to come.

Colin Whitehead ’06
President, King’s University College Alumni Association