Students make new friends in the Wellness Lounge.
Annual Report 2022-2023
![Fall photo of Séraphin-Marion](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2021-11/MicrosoftTeams-image%20%287%29%20%281%29.png?itok=rQKBjI7x)
A message from the Alumni Association President
Dear Members of the Alumni Community,
It brings me great pride and joy to share with you, as president, our 2022–2023 Annual Report.
This year has been a testament to the unwavering spirit and remarkable achievements of our alumni community. As we navigate an ever-evolving world, our alumni continue to shine, inspiring us with their resilience, innovation and dedication. Whether through groundbreaking research, entrepreneurial ventures, community service or artistic endeavours, our alumni consistently demonstrate the transformative power of uOttawa.
![Josephine Palumbo](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2022-08/Josephine%20Palumbo%20%281%29.jpg?itok=gBNElR88)
Philanthropy
raised by alumni like you!
alumi donors (the largest group of donors to the institution)
of total funds raised in 2022 came from alumni!
Breakdown of Alumni Donations
![Breakdown of alumni donations](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/PieChart.Donations2023.jpg?itok=RX9COpXI)
![Student working computer](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2021-11/Audit%20course.jpg?itok=EQ1oebAp)
Celebrating student excellence
Congratulations to this year’s winners!
![Students chatting outside](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/20171117-BF-CAMPUS-SCENIC-STUDENTS-036.jpg?itok=kY9MlKni)
Pledge continues to make mental health services more accessible
![Students play with support dogs](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/Student.puppies.jpg?itok=3VYRjw9l)
Events
![Students at panda game.](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/20211002-BF-PANDA-GAME-396_0.jpg?itok=Z-G2-544)
Homecoming 2022 Success
Every October, the uOttawa community comes together to celebrate its alumni, relive memories and make new ones. Homecoming events are open to all uOttawa students, alumni and staff, as well as friends, family members and the general public.
![Graduates at convocation.](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/IMG_0046.jpg?itok=ojXvRBfn)
Explore Convocation 2023
Convocation is a unique event: it's a time to celebrate our graduates we welcome into the alumni community!
![Julian Franklin](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/IMG_0163.jpg?itok=CbDojwfS)
Global alumni events across North America
![Panelists Nafissa Ismail, Sarah Downey and Tanya Haynes](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/IMG_0071.jpg?itok=ekl4Vj4D)
Dr. Nafissa Ismail, Sarah Downey (MHA ’92) and Tanya Haynes (FSS alumna) speaking in Toronto.
![Jean Francois Denard](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/F1AD481F-7C79-447F-9C2D-72A783763ABF.jpg?itok=DZ2UZXLZ)
Jean François Ménard (MA ’07; BSc ’05) converses with Dean, Lucie Thibault, in Montreal.
![Jesse Jones, Sunshine Tenasco and Dr. Sarah Saska](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-08/EDI.jpg?itok=e8dmxkS1)
An authentic conversation on EDI in Toronto
Pramila Patten presented the keynote address on sexual violence prevention
![Pramila Patten](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/PramilaPatten_1_960x640.jpg?itok=vRZ8XSKp)
Programs
uOttawa alumni worldwide - and counting!
countries where uOttawa grads are working
global alumni networks, including a national Indigenous alumni council
![Indigenous Alumni Council members and former Gee Gee football players](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-08/Atheletes.jpg?itok=cS_Ms3Cl)
Indigenous sports connection across generations
![Two women engrossed in conversation](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/stockphoto-free_0.jpg?itok=OgA6gIzl)
Ten Thousand Coffees platform
Connect with uOttawa alumni mentors from anywhere in the world or meet with and provide advice and support to the next generation of leaders.
![Awards of Excellence](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2022-11/Website.png?itok=01ma2jFx)
2023 Awards of Excellence
Every year, we gather as a uOttawa community to celebrate our outstanding alumni. Meet our 2023 award winners!
Digital Initiatives
![Holiday ornaments hanging](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/Untitled%20design%20%2815%29.png?itok=ChEWnPYh)
Holiday Gift Guide
![View of students from above](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-08/D9%20event%20header.jpg?itok=vZxUbpVm)
Impact Stories
![Podcast logo](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2022-08/uOCOURANT_uOttaKNOW_LOGOS_BIL_1200x1200px_V1.png?itok=xz832jhg)
uOttaKnow
Finances
![47% Human Resources and Support. 38% Programming, 15% Philanthropy](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-09/PieChart.Red.jpg?itok=-v4KJyWV)
Alumni Association revenues are generated through affinity partnerships
Alumni by Faculty
![Pie chart of by faculty](/alumni/sites/g/files/bhrskd341/files/styles/max_width_l_1470px/public/2023-08/PieChart2023.jpg?itok=QFIuDIzl)
Get involved
This report represents the fiscal year from May 2022 to May 2023.