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headmaster’s messageEmerging markets key to school’s futureTravel, they say, broadens the mind. For a school like StansteadCollege, it also broadens our recruitment base.In difficult times like these, that’s more important than ever,which is one of the reasons Director of Advancement DugieRoss and I have travelled to Asia twice in the past four months.In April, we hosted alumni reunions in Tokyo, Hong Kong,Taipei and Seoul and met with families and consultants.We returned this past July, travelling to Beijingand Shanghai – our first foray into mainland China. Ihave to say it was a fascinating experience.These trips are part of our effort to expand ourinternational recruitment. We already have solid relationshipswith families and alumni in Japan, Korea,Taiwan, Hong Kong and Thailand. These relationshipsgenerate valuable word of mouth, which is criticalin recruiting new students. In fact, I’d like to takethis opportunity to express my sincere gratitude forthe support, assistance and networking opportunitiesour overseas families provided Dugie and me before,during and after our visits. We plan to continue fosteringthese relationships by holding alumni and admissionseventsin this part of the world at least once ayear, if not more often. We hope too that we candevelop similar relationships in mainland China.This is an emerging market at a time when privateschools are seeing their traditional North Americanstudent base dwindle due to demographics and economic anxiety.Tapping into these new markets will allow Stanstead Collegeto continue to offer a Canadianeducational experience to adiverse population.This new market is alreadyhugely competitive. Schools fromCanada, the United States,Australia and the UnitedKingdom are actively recruiting inChina. What we can offer, andwhat parents are looking for, isaccess to North American universities.Under the direction of ourUniversity Guidance office, weDirector of Advancement Dugie Rosswith parent Allen Ng.can stand behind a proud record of university placement. Thispast year was particularly exceptional, with multiple offers to IvyLeague schools and a tremendous number of scholarship offers.This will only get better as we make further inroads with U.S. universities,thanks to U.S. College Advisor Ali White along with theother members of the University Guidance team, CoordinatorErynHessian,Administrative AssistantDonna Richter and thenewest addition, AssistantCoordinator Keri Reynolds(1990).Headmaster Michael Wolfe presents theHeadmaster’s Award to Kristina Wilson at thisyear’s Baccalaureate and Prize-Giving.That said, coming toCanada is not without itsobstacles. Of all our internationalstudents, our Asianstudents probably face themost daunting task. They’reby and large the furthestfrom home, and the languageand cultural differences aresignificant. For the mostpart, these young men andwomen establish themselvesfairly quickly, developingfriendships, integrating intothe community and expanding their horizons.And that is the other key “sales pitch” for Stanstead College.Whether we’re recruiting in China or Chibougamau, ourschool offers a superb opportunity to learn and grow in asecure, caring environment – something our alumni canboast about and be proud of.This issue of the Red & White will offer you a glimpse ofthe many activities and events that have taken place over thepast few months at our school and abroad. I hope to seemany of you at Homecoming this September 26 or at oneof our many gatherings worldwide in the coming year. Andremember: spread the word.• Mission Statement •Our mission is to provide students from Canada and around the world with a highly structured andsupportive educational program in a small, secure environment. The Stanstead experience helps all studentsreach their full academic potential in preparation for university, develop healthy and active lifestyles,and understand the importance of respect, responsibility and self-discipline.2
contentsFEATURESAllen Chastenet ’79 guest speaker at Baccalaureate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Border Fest: School raises funds for local hockey and reveals arena plans . . . . . .14The RED & WHITE is printed on 100%recycled post-consumer paper and ispublished by the Advancement Officetwice a year for alumni, parents,students, staff and friends of the school.EDITORRoss MurrayDESIGN & LAYOUTKaren CushingALUMNIJonathan Cowen ’72 & Gustl Eder ’01 receive Trustees Awards . . . . . . . . . .5Class Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Tamara Jacobi ’02 living the jungle life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Toronto reunions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Asia reunions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Montreal reunions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18ADVANCEMENTRed & White Fund tops previous year’s total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20SC boosts Facebook presence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21West Coast Challenge donor revealed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Golf tournament raises over $18,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Homecoming 2009, September 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Activities in and around Stanstead during Homecoming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25PHOTOGRAPHYAdmissions OfficeAdvancement OfficeStaff and studentsPRINTED BYBlanchard Litho inc.Questions, comments, news and photosmay be sent to:SCHOOL NEWSBaccalaureate and Prize-Giving 2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Parting words from our co-head prefects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Grade 12 placement and scholarship offers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Winning seasons for golf and senior girls rugby teams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8From flu to visas, Mexican families face headaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Student art goes public . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Habitat trip opens hearts and minds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Departing faculty and changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26“Kudos to staff”: a message from the outgoing Director of Student Life . . . . . .27Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Stanstead College Advancement Office450 DufferinStanstead, QuebecJ0B 3E0(819)876-7891 ext.225RedandWhite@stansteadcollege.comwww.stansteadcollege.comOn the Cover: Students follow the Stanstead College Arena zamboni down DufferinStreet in this year’s Border Fest parade.3
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