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RANKING UPDATE

Schulich continues to earn global recognition across programs. O
ur MBA is now ranked among the Top 50 globally for entrepreneurs by the prestigious PitchBook, driven by 91 alumni founders who raised $757M USD. In the latest QS Ranking, the Master of Supply Chain Management is ranked #1 in Canada and 25th globally, placing among the Top 15 worldwide for Alumni Outcomes, while the Master of Marketing is ranked #1 in Canada, Top 15 in North America, and among the Top 20 globally for Alumni Outcomes. 

Schulich’s MBA also placed in the Top 100 in both LinkedIn’s MBA ranking and the QS Global MBA ranking

Earlier this year, Schulich Executive Education was named Top 40 globally by the Financial Times (FT), and the Kellogg-Schulich EMBA ranked #11 globally among joint programs by QS and was rated #1 in Canada for career progress by FT.

HOT OFF THE PRESS

National Truth and Reconciliation Day 2025

Schulich honoured the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in orange with drums, song, and reflections by Doreen Scow. We closed with Every Child Matters—a moving reminder that reconciliation is a commitment we carry forward together. Read More. 

Join us Oct 29 for the Alumni Recognition Awards 2025 as we honour Sasha Krstic, Michael O. Lewis, Dr. Eileen de Villa & Chris Ye. Celebrate excellence, impact & community—tickets are flying fast, grab yours now!
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR

GTA engagements
Global Alumni Network Map

GTA Events Calendar

Global and Virtual Engagements

Schulich Supply Chain Alumni Networking Event: Saturday, October 25, 10:00 am to 2:30 pm EDT

GTA Alumni Dinner: Thursday, October 23, 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm EDT 

Schulich Alumni Recognition Awards: Wednesday, October 29, 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm EDT

60th Anniversary Tour #2: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 3:30 to 5:00 pm EST

Gimme a Crises: Book Launch Event with Rick Waugh (MBA ’74): Tuesday, November 4, 2025 5:30 to 8:30 pm EST

Schulich Alumni Thanksgiving Gathering in London – Sunday, October 12
Sunday, October 12, 2025 1:00 PM
Email Liliana Locke or Ken Babaran to RSVP

CONNECT ’25 ONLINE: What’s Keeping Executives Up at Night?

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 9:00 am to 10:00 am EDT

Germany Alumni Social
Thursday, October 23, 2025 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm CEST

Vancouver Happy Hour Social
Thursday, October 30, 2025 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm PDT

 

STAY IN THE KNOW

Nov 4 @ Schulich: Launch of Gimme a Crisis with Howard Green & Rick Waugh (MBA ’74, LLD ’07). Insights on leadership, resilience & global finance + book signing & networking. Read More.

Honouring a transformational $6M gift from The Hennick Family Foundation, York University proudly renames its JD/MBA the Hennick JD/MBA Program—advancing scholarships, global learning, and student success. Thank you, Jay and Barbara Hennick, for your visionary support. Read More. 

Don’t miss CONNECT ’25 Online! Join us Oct 15 for an inside look at the challenges shaping executive leadership—shifting markets, tech, and workforce change. Hear from Karen Smith & Matthias Kipping. Learn More. 

Celebrate Schulich grads making waves in leadership and innovation. Got big news? Share it with us at alumni@schulich.yorku.ca. Watch now and be inspired! Learn More.

ALUMNI IN ACTION

Great connections in Vancouver! Global Alumni Network President met with Chapter Ambassadors Gillian Cai (MBA ’15) and Snow Zhao (MBA ’14) to strengthen ties and grow alumni engagement. Visit our website to connect with a Chapter Ambassador near you.

SWN-Keynote

Thank you to all who joined the Schulich Women Network event! Special thanks to Fotini Iconomopoulos (MBA ’05) for her powerful keynote & to Miller Thomson LLP for hosting. It was a wonderful evening of connection and community—see our events page for what’s next!

What a day! The KS Annual Alumni Golf Tournament last month brought alumni together for friendly competition, networking, and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who joined us. Don’t miss upcoming celebrations—visit our Events Page today!

Full house, big ideas, real talk! The Ernest C. Mercier Lecture spotlighted Canada’s dual-use tech with keynote Rahul Goel & a dynamic panel on business, science & policy—closing with jazz, demos & networking. Read More. 

FUELING THE FUTURE

Claude&Eva

Prior to the Mercier Lecture, Claude LeBlanc (MBA ’91) connected with Eva Liu (MBA ’25), inaugural recipient of The Claude LeBlanc Scholarship in Sustainability and Entrepreneurship. We’re grateful for Claude’s generosity in support of our students.

Featured Alumni Volunteers (2)

William J. Rae, MBA ‘69
Prahlad Pai, BBA ‘04
School’s Highest Priorities

Donald A. Stewart, Hon. LLD ‘12
Stewart Family Entrance Award 

Brian A. Traquair, MBA ‘85
Schulich Student Access Fund

Carol Hansell, MBA/LLB ’86, Hon. LLD ‘24
Rob and Cheryl McEwen Graduate Study & Research Building

Dean’s Society Donor Spotlight: Roshni Wijayasinha (MBA ‘09), Founder of Prosh Marketing, is a supporter of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fund as a Green Leaf donor. Thank you, Roshni, for your generosity! Learn about the Dean’s Society here.
2025 Schulich Giving Day
Save the Date: Schulich’s 6th Annual Giving Day is Nov 13! Make 2x the Impact! Learn More. 

LEADING EDGE THINKERS

Schulich’s Research Office released its annual Spotlight on Research Report, showcasing 2024’s outstanding faculty achievements. The report highlights a banner year of impact, innovation, and excellence across the Schulich community. Read more.

New research by Prof. Aleksandra Rzeznik explores how equity mutual funds manage liquidity under stress. Findings reveal a “flight-to-liquidity” effect, showing how investor redemptions impact stock prices, sector stability, and market resilience. Read More. 

KEEP RAISING YOUR GAME

Next Session: October 30, 2025

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