Student AffairsAre you ready to explore a career that aligns with your values and creates a meaningful impact on the world?
Join us during Canada’s SDG Month in March for the official launch of the UN SDG Career Guide, a resource designed to inspire and empower students to connect their career aspirations with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Together, we’ll explore how your skills, passions, and interests can contribute to global change, inspire hope, and help you build a fulfilling career.
This event is part of Queen’s participation in #SDGMonthCanada, a nationwide commitment to mobilizing the SDGs across campuses.
Please note: Current Queen's students are the target audience for this Panel & Reception and will be prioritized should this event be sold out.
Panelists:
(more details coming soon)
- Rachel Baker, BASc’17
Assistant Professor of Chemical Engineering, Queen’s University
Recognized on Forbes’ “30 Under 30 North America” list in the Science category, Dr. Baker is a leader in sustainable chemical manufacturing. Her groundbreaking work advances innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. - Karhinéhtha’ Cortney Clark, DSc RHL’24
Founder/CEO, Cortney Clark Consulting
Dr. Clark specializes in EDIIA (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Indigenization, and Accessibility)-focused approaches to Indigenous health, social sciences, research, and policy. She is the co-creator of the Healthy Homes Model and the Indigenous Athletic Development Circle and serves as Director of Indigenous Health at the Canadian Medical Association. - David Gerrish, BScH’05 and BA’06
Energy Specialist, Facilities, Queen’s University
David leverages his expertise in energy management to advance sustainable practices aligned with the UN SDGs. With a B.Sc.H. in Environmental Science and a B.A. in Economics from Queen’s, his career spans roles in energy efficiency across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. Since 2019, he has led initiatives to optimize campus energy use, reduce environmental impact, and promote conservation. - Stacy Kelly, BA’96 (Philosophy)
Executive Director, Community Foundation for Kingston & Area
Stacy is a non-profit executive, whose longtime community service and professional career has primarily been linked to SDG Goals 4 & 11, through roles at Queen's University, OCAD University, City of Toronto, and the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area. Stacy facilitates philanthropy by helping people understand how to put their values into action. He believes that fundraising is a byproduct of helping people discover the causes that matter the most to them.
Moderator:
- Miguel Hahn
Senior Career Consultant, Career Services, Queen’s University
Why Join Us?
These events are a unique opportunity to:
- Reflect on your career aspirations, inspire hope, and explore how they align with global challenges.
- Learn from inspiring speakers who have built impactful careers.
- Build connections with others who share your passion for creating positive change and a brighter future.
Together, let’s explore careers that create hope, purpose, and a thriving world. We can’t wait to see you there!
This event has been generously sponsored by the Cold Beverage Sustainability Fund, in partnership with Coca-Cola