/desautels/taxonomy/term/3321/all en /desautels/alumni/bcom100/commerce-yearbooks/bcom100-2022 <h4>Under construction</h4> <p>If you have any of the missing yearbook class photos, <span class="spamspan"><span class="u">alumni.mgmt</span> [at] <span class="d">mcgill.ca</span><span class="h"> (subject: BCom100%20-%20submit%20a%20photo%20to%20post%20online) </span><span class="a"> (please email them to us)</span></span>.</p> Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:16:01 +0000 julie.lapalme@affiliate.mcgill.ca 87474 at /desautels /desautels/article/pierre-lebrun-offering-steadfast-support-emerging-student-needs After taking the “Royal” road to ����ֱ��, Pierre rose through the ranks in banking and has supported business students with annual and legacy gifts into ����ֱ��’s third century. Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:54:16 +0000 ����ֱ�� Advancement 79545 at /desautels /desautels/channels/news/jean-e-douville-removes-economic-barriers-finance-students-327908 <p>As a French-speaking Catholic from small-town St. Alban, Quebec, <strong>Jean E. Douville</strong>, (BCom’58) overcame religious and linguistic barriers to thrive in Accounting at ����ֱ��. Experiencing great success in his subsequent diverse financial career, he made regular donations to his alma mater. In 2019, he funded the creation of Jean E. Douville Bursaries, which provide $60,000 in awards to students without the financial resources to pursue their education and career goals.</p> Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:24:26 +0000 julie.lapalme@affiliate.mcgill.ca 78345 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-why-i-give-supporting-desautels/jean-e-douville-making-impact-broadening-access-students-finance-education After overcoming barriers to attending ����ֱ�� in the 1950s, Jean Douville has boldly and generously supported diverse investments in business, higher education and healthcare Tue, 12 Jan 2021 23:16:56 +0000 ����ֱ�� Advancement 77979 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom-students-negotiate-their-way-30k-savings Negotiations and Conflict Resolution course at Desautels prepares BCom students for the give and take of real-life negotiations Mon, 07 Dec 2020 20:39:31 +0000 Desautels Communications 76691 at /desautels /desautels/article/terry-and-bonnie-jackson-making-their-mark-200-legacy-gift Since attending ����ֱ�� as students in the Class of ‘69, the couple have been setting an example by volunteering and giving back Mon, 07 Dec 2020 16:34:59 +0000 ����ֱ�� Advancement 76685 at /desautels /desautels/article/supporting-desautels/celebrating-100-years-bcom-home-virtual-homecoming <p>Homecoming is a wonderful time to catch up with your classmates, reconnect with your alma mater and broaden our perspectives—and this year’s At-Home (Virtual) Homecoming celebrations did not disappoint!  </p> <p>Alumni from Australia, India, Estonia, England, and Uruguay—and not to mention from across the US and Canada—gathered around their tablets, laptops, and desktops to connect with friends from the past. Our Desautels family of alumni and friends enthusiastically tuned in from the comfort of their homes for a variety of special events.  </p> Fri, 09 Oct 2020 15:12:29 +0000 ����ֱ�� Advancement 76459 at /desautels /desautels/channels/event/desautels-homecoming-desautini-virtual-reception-323410 <p><big><strong>Date: </strong>Thursday September 24, 2020<br /> <strong>Time:</strong> 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (EDT)<br /></big></p> Wed, 29 Jul 2020 18:24:32 +0000 angela.l.williams@mcgill.ca 76173 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/im-still-so-proud-share-my-experience-bcom-alumni <p>Coming all the way from Geneva, Switzerland, to Montreal was a big adventure. From 1998 to 2001, I spent the best time of my life partying with amazing mates, learning from the best teachers in the world, and engaging with ����ֱ��’s crew as I worked for the information office of my Faculty. Twenty years later, I’m still so proud to share my experience as a BCom alumna.</p> <p><b>Caroline Widmer</b><br /> BCom Class of 2001</p> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 21:14:55 +0000 University Advancement Team 76100 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/transformational-experience <p>There aren’t enough words to describe my time at ����ֱ��, but if I had to pick one word, it would be <i>enriching</i>.</p> <p>On the academic front, ����ֱ�� facilitated a significant amount of learning; it gave me a foundational base of knowledge that I can build upon as I enter the workforce and, frankly, the real world. By giving me opportunities to develop my critical thinking skills, it helped shape my way of addressing problems and seeing the world. I learned to develop a healthy dose of skepticism; to always ask questions and never take anything at face value.</p> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 21:12:06 +0000 University Advancement Team 76099 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/take-time-appreciate-richness-education <p>Looking back at my time in both undergrad and graduate school at Desautels, I now realize how big of a part it played in my life.<br /> <br /> I know that, professionally, I wouldn't be in the job I love now if it weren't for the ����ֱ�� professors, alumni network and fellow classmates of mine.<br /> <br /></p> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 20:56:35 +0000 University Advancement Team 76098 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/made-resilience-made-mcgill <p>I had to fight my way into ����ֱ�� by dealing with a tough, reality-oriented father. He came from a family of nine that valued work over education. When I was 16, he offered me a large sum of money to drop out of high school and start working with him. He asked me not to mention anything to my mother. However, when I got home, I told her, “I just made $50,000!” She told my father that, unlike him, I was going to finish high school and that I’d be getting a university education, too.</p> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 20:54:09 +0000 University Advancement Team 76097 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/proud-have-been-involved-management-cancer-auctions-founding <p>My thoughts go back to 1976 when, as a junior in the Faculty of Management at ����ֱ��, I helped launch the very first Management Cancer Auction. I had the pleasure and thrill of being the auctioneer at the event, which was held as part of the ����ֱ�� Carnival Week. What fun watching excited students bid against each other and sometimes, themselves!<br /> <br /> In 1977, I was elected president of the Management Undergraduate Society where I helped plan the second annual auction.<br /> <br /></p> Thu, 18 Jun 2020 20:52:17 +0000 University Advancement Team 76096 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/i-was-introduced-world-full-opportunity <p>I was first in my family to go to college, so we deemed many moments special and worthy of celebration during my four-year undergraduate journey. Walking across the stage at graduation felt like a group victory because I could not have gotten there alone; it was thanks to many years of sacrifice by my immigrant parents, and the lessons they've taught me about dedication and hard work. They have been, and continue to be, my greatest supporters.</p> Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:34:48 +0000 University Advancement Team 76075 at /desautels /desautels/article/bcom100-stories/newfound-appreciation-what-it-takes-be-leader <p>The current time of uncertainty has drastically altered the future for the Class of 2020 across the world. Despite the challenges that we now face together, being part of the 100th graduating class of ����ֱ��’s Bachelor of Commerce program is an exciting achievement.</p> Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:08:16 +0000 University Advancement Team 76055 at /desautels