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On April 9th, something memorable and exciting took place: the launch of Citronino vodka, a product with a compelling backstory. This vodka isn't just any spirit; it's the culmination of an innovative project from students and staff in the Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts, aimed at recycling waste from classrooms and transforming it into a valuable distillate. Tune-in to learn how upwards of 400 students, a local distillery and a group of dedicate staff worked together to save waste and create a delicious and sustainable new product. 

Key Moments: 

3:02 – What the launch event was like and a description of the Citronino drink 

7:50 – How the Citronino project came together, with the help of students! 

10:36 – Who was involved in planning and how they made it happen 

14:58 & 20:00 – The guiding theme of sustainability 

16:08 – How important collaboration is for a sustainability project to come together 

24:09 – How being part of a hands-on project changes your motivation for environmental work 

28:50 – Inspiration for the future 

More about the project: https://youtu.be/pkDZ6LwHsxg?si=yCHseI12TaAZjYvZ  

Find out what's going "Toronto Viral" ("T-Vi" for short?) at the Year End Show for GBC's School of Design, May 1-2! In this episode, Pantea has a blast talking to John and Yefri, who are on the planning committee for the show. They discuss how the show came together, some super fun workshops, an awards ceremony and more! Friends, family members and all those with a love for design are invited to attend, so tune-in and learn about this creative event that you can check-out on campus next week.  

Key Moments:

2:38 – About John and Yefri and they're journey to the School of Design 

5:57 – Being part of the Year End Show committee and what YES is all about 

10:07 – The experience of planning the event and why it's helpful for Design students 

16:33 – How the Design industry is involved and what that has to do with improv classes! 

22:15 – Experimental Typography and more cool workshops you can check out 

26:08 – Learning how to pitch your portfolio and projects at the Portfolio Review Night 

32:10 – What to expect at the Awards show, May 1st 

Eventbrite for YES Award Show: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/yes-annual-award-show-tickets-875444657537?aff=ebdssbdestsearch  

YES website: https://yes.schoolofdesign.ca/ 

@sod_yes 

@designgbc 

Calling all summer job seekers! On this episode of the My GBC Podcast we dive into "5 Tips on How to Land a Good Summer Job." Whether you're a seasoned job hunter or just dipping your toes into the world of employment, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you snag that dream summer gig you always wanted. So grab a pen, take some notes, and tune-in! 

Key Moments: 

0:45 – How to define your goals 

1:38 – How to research and find the best kind of jobs for you 

2:25 – The magic of Career Services 

3:45 – How to network with people and connect with employers  

4:58 – Don't underestimate the power of your professors 

We're excited to feature an episode with Adam Lawrence about the Spring Open House, which is happening on Saturday April 13th. Never been to George Brown College before, but interested in exploring the different programs, talking to current students and poking around our campuses? Then, Open House might be a good event for you to attend. Whether you've already applied, or you're just starting to think about applying to college, Adam gives us a run-down of what this event can offer, so, tune-in and find out what open house is all about! 

Key Moments: 

3:00 – The unique opportunities of attending an Open House 

5:45 – How it can help, no matter where you're at in your application journey  

7:45 – Facilities and resources you can learn more about at the event 

9:57 – Current student, alumni and graduate "zone" 

11:40 – How you can get help applying, or starting an application for college 

14:25 – Exciting giveaways and treats to expect! 

16:28 – Highlights and new features of this year's event 

More about Open House: https://www.georgebrown.ca/openhouse 

Event Registration page: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/george-brown-college-spring-open-house-tickets-820100541797 

Remember that series we started a while back when we answered your questions that came in from the @gbcollege Instagram account? Well, these are the rest of the questions we didn't get to then. We're excited to dive back into them and share our thoughts, stories, and maybe even a few surprises. So grab a seat, relax, and let's get into it! 

Key Moments: 

2:35 & 5:03 – Choosing and changing your schedule  

4:02 & 10:52 - Getting an update on your application  

5:03 & 9:38 - Paying fees 

6:40 - Registration dates 

7:50 - PGWP application 

12:51 – Job fairs, types of on-campus jobs and how and when to apply 

18:42 – Most affordable grocery store in the GTA 

Contact Centre 416-415-2000 or 1-800-265-2002 

[email protected]  

https://stuview.georgebrown.ca/ 

International Student Advisor link: https://www.georgebrown.ca/international/current-students/international-student-advisors-contact 

We're back again this week with one more thing to let you know! It's time to celebrate your achievements, and what better way than with an in-person ceremony filled with pride and applause? Need a rundown on how to register for convocation? Tune in to this short and sweet episode for the details. 

As we approach the end of the semester, it's crunch time for many of us, but don't worry about it because we've got your back with five fantastic tips to help you finish this semester stronger than ever. So grab your favourite study snack and dive in. 

Key Moments: 

0:47 – How to prioritize and plan your time wisely 

2:12 – How effective communication can help 

3:47 – Ways to nurture your physical and mental health 

4:59 – Methods for reviewing course material 

6:12 – The importance of fostering a positive mindset 

Cookies you can draw on, furniture made from plastic, a cancer care cookbook, these are just some of the fascinating projects created out of the Research and Innovation Department at George Brown College! Don't know anything about that department? Neither did we, until we had the opportunity to sit down with the R&I's Knowledge Transfer Coordinator, Jillian Butler and find out how many cool things are being created right here at our college and how students play a part. Tune in to learn more. 

Key Moments: 

8:55 – How Research & Innovation has grown and become more relevant since 2007  

12:58 – A research project that turned recycled plastics into furniture  

17:50 – A project using 3D digitization to uncover the lost heritage of the Algonquins of Greater Golden Lake First Nation 

21:52  - How researchers apply to get projects started 

23:41 – Yummy food projects and how you can sign up to be a "sensory tester" 

27:01 – Social innovation projects on disabilities in the workforce 

29:44 – How students can get involved in R&I projects   

https://www.georgebrown.ca/research-innovation 

www.Jobtalksaccess.com  

Email: [email protected]  

Want to travel the world for work? Stages are everywhere and the love for dance is everywhere! And that makes the Dance program at George Brown a great option for students like Jackson Young. Tune into this week's episode to find out about what it's like to be a Dance student. 

Key Moments: 

2:30 – Jackson's history of dancing from first lessons to George Brown College 

5:55 – All about the Dance courses at GBC and what makes the program stand out 

12:50 – Some of the job opportunities after you graduate from the program 

15:10 – Strategies and resources to improve your grades as a dance student 

16:30 – How to take care of your mental health in this program 

19:13 – Travelling and connecting: the future as a professional dancer 

20:20 – Dance role models and the importance of Ballet Jörgen at GBC  

This week, we've got a great episode lined up for all of you who are newcomers or international students here in Toronto. Whether you're here for school, work, or just a fresh start, we've got five tips to help you navigate the big city life. Tune in to learn more. 

Key Moments: 

0:28 – Paving your path to professional success 

3:00 - Don't Forget about Budgeting and Financial planning 

5:18 - Cultivating Your Support Network 

7:18 - TTC is your Best Friend 

8:35 - Mastering the Art of Balance