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  • John Weaver, Class Notes

    1960s

    John Weaver

    – Artsci’69 

    McGill-Âé¶¹´«Ã½ recently published John’s sixth book, Adam Smith's Islands: New Zealand's Incomparable Restructuring, 1980-1995. It is the first comprehensive inside account of the turning point in global history when numerous states embarked on free-market economic restructuring, led by New Zealand. Through the lens of New Zealand, the book examines larger questions about policy dilemmas, the global flow of capital, and the sustainability of social adjustments in economic restructuring. In so doing, it casts new light on the formation and history of what is casually labelled today as the neoliberal state.

  • 2010s

    Ami Trivedi

    – Artsci’19, MIB’21 

    Ami has launched High Performa, a sales training company focused on helping sales teams close more deals and future-proof their performance. The idea was shaped by her academic foundation and professional journey, and her Queen’s degrees helped her build a skill set that blends strategic thinking, communication and leadership – skills she draws upon daily. She’s also launched a podcast, Ask For It, where she shares sales strategies, mindset shifts and real-world lessons to help sellers and sales leaders elevate their performance. In one episode, she talks about how Queen's played a key role in shaping her perspective and career in sales. She’d love to share her journey with fellow alumni who are building or leading in their own spaces.

  • Mahesh Uttamchandani, Class Notes

    1990s

    Mahesh Uttamchandani

    – Artsci’96


     

    Mahesh has been appointed as the World Bank’s regional director of Digital Transformation for East Asia & the Pacific and South Asia. In this role, Mahesh will oversee large teams delivering a multi-billion dollar portfolio of lending and advisory projects that assist countries in Asia with their adoption of digital technologies. 

  • 1970s

    Dr. Michael Brennagh

    – Meds'71 

    Michael was recently honoured by Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, Ont. He was a physician at Southlake for 45 years and has been honoured with a clinic in his name.

  • Alexus White and Eric Cheng, Class Notes

    2010s

    Alexus White and Eric Cheng

    – Artsci’19, Artsci’19

    Alexus and Eric are thrilled to announce their engagement! The couple first met on their very first day at Queen’s in 2015 and have since grown together, building a life full of joy and love. They got engaged on March 22, and are excited for this next chapter.

  • Diana Shaftter, Class Notes

    1970s

    Diana (Royal) Schaffter and Tim Schaffter

    – Artsci’79 and Com’79

    Diana and Tim recently moved back to Canada after being away in Asia and Eastern Europe for 42 years, where Tim worked with the UN (UNICEF), and Diana worked in international education. They have now settled in Sidney, B.C., on Vancouver Island and welcome visitors! Diana and Tim will now focus on promoting Diana's newly released middle-grade eco-adventure novel, Armando and the Amazing Animal Race in Canada and internationally. It is available on Amazon.