Upcoming Backpack to Briefcase Events – Register NOW

March 22, 2013

The Political Science Alumni Association (PSAA) along with the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Arts and Science and the Career Centre are hosting two upcoming Backpack to Briefcase events for current students and alumni.

Careers in Communications, Public Relations & Social Media

Interested in networking with U of T alumni who studied Political Science and used their education and passion to pursue and achieve successful careers in Communications, PR and Social Media? Attend this panel discussion with Political Science alumni who will speak about their respective career paths and offer advice on entering a career in this exciting industry. Following the panel discussion and Q&A, light refreshments will be served and there will be an opportunity for networking. There is no cost to attend.

Date: Wednesday March 27, 2013
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Political Science Conference Room, Sidney Smith Hall (3rd floor), 100 St. George Street

Panelists:
Ainka Jess, Senior Communications Officer at CBC
Carolyn Van, Co-founder of thirdocean
Michael Edwards, Consultant and Digital Lead at Navigator
Rayanne Langdon, Senior Consultant at High Road Communications

Moderator:
Justine Abigail Yu, Communications Coordinator at Operation Groundswell

Register here.

Careers in Journalism

Interested in networking with U of T alumni who studied Political Science and used their education and passion to pursue and achieve successful careers in Journalism? Attend this panel discussion with Political Science alumni who will speak about their respective career paths and offer advice on entering a career in this exciting industry. Following the panel discussion and Q&A, light refreshments will be served and there will be an opportunity for networking. There is no cost to attend.

Date: Thursday April 4, 2013
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Political Science Conference Room, Sidney Smith Hall (3rd floor), 100 St. George Street

Register here.