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the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 Hockey Stars Winning the Memorial Cup in March 1919 marked the beginning of a rich tradition of hockey at UTS

due south Why some UTS grads head stateside Alumni dinner Class acts

Former NHLer Andre Hidi ’77 and UTS’ first female Varsity hockey player Jennifer Archibald ’08 Upcoming UTS Events UTS Alumni Association Board of Mark Your Calendars directors President George Crawford ’72 Music Nights (416) 499-9000 Friday,p A ril 24, 2009 S aturday, April 25, 2009 vice president Peter Neilson ’71 Junior Music Night Senior Music Night (416) 214-5431 5:00 p.m.: Junior Café Bleu. 6:30 p.m.: Senior Music Night. 7:00 p.m.: Junior Music Night 9:00 p.m.: Senior Café Bleu past president Tom Sanderson ’55 Contact: Judy Kay, [email protected], (416) 978-6802 (416) 604-4890

Th ursday, May 7, 2009 Treasurer Bob Cumming ’65 Annual Art Exhibition and Reception (416) 727-6640

4:00–8:00 p.m. in the UTS gym Honorary For more information, please contact [email protected] President Michaele Robertson (416) 946-5334 Wednesday, May 27, 2009 Honorary UTSAA Annual General Meeting Vice President 6:00 p.m. in the UTS library Rick Parsons (416) 978-3684 Contact: [email protected] directors Th ursday, June 25, 2009 Don Borthwick ’54 (705) 436-3452

Annual Alumni Golf Tournament Gerald Crawford ’52 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Valley Golf Club (905) 271-0445 Contact: Peter Frost, [email protected], (416) 867-2035 Rob Duncan ’95 (416) 809-2488 S aturday, October 24, 2009 Peter Frost ’63 Annual Alumni Dinner (416) 867-2035 5:30 p.m. Reception, 7:00 p.m. Dinner – both at UTS Sharon Lavine ’84 Special Anniversary Year Celebrations: (416) 868-1755 x224 1939, 1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004 All years are welcome! Bernie McGarva ’72 Join us in the afternoon for the inauguration of the UTS Hall of Fame; this year, we’ll be (416) 865-7765 honouring contributions to UTS sports. RSVP to (416) 978-3919 or [email protected]. Vallabh Muralikrishnan ’00 (416) 359-0159

Nick Smith ’63 – and wants your latest compositions! (416) 920-0159

Jennifer Suess ’94 E very year for over two decades, Twig Tape has auditioned, recorded, mixed (416) 654-2391 & produced a compilation of original works by UTS students and alumni. This year, you will be able to access works of music featured in previous Y our submission can be sent elec- Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON M5S 2R7 Twig Tapes online. If you have had Phil Weiner ’01 tronically to twig_tape_producers@ Alternatively, we can record your a song released on a past TwigTape utschools.ca or mailed or dropped song at UTS between Monday and and don’t want it reissued, please (416) 868-2239 off as aC D at the UTS main office Friday after school – please email us. contact us at twig_tape_producers@ addressed to Judy Kay at: The Submission Deadline: May 1st. utschools.ca

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IN Short C alendar of Events 2 Contents Upcoming alumni & school events the root | spring 2009 Bits & Pieces 4 N oteworthy UTS tidbits R emembrance Day 22 11 Centennial Notebook Photos from November’s service News and announcements about exciting Centennial events. Reports President’s Report 7 13 Due South Looking forward to our Centennial Why do some UTS grads choose to attend university in the USA rather than in Canada? Is there really a brain-drain to south of Principal’s Message 8 Advocating for system change in the border? Canadian schools UTS Board Report 9 18 UTS Wins the Memorial Cup! G uaranteeing the future success of UTS UTS defeated the Regina Pats 90 years ago to become Canada’s Advancement Office 10 Junior Hockey Champions and win the inaugural Memorial Cup. Supporting UTS in good times and in bad F oundation Report 17 23 Alumni News E nsuring future support at current levels All the latest in the lives of your classmates. In Memoriam and tributes to the lives of several distinguished alumni and staff. On the cover: Former UTS hockey stars Andre Hidi ’77 and Jennifer Archibald ’08 take to the ice at Varsity Stadium. Read all 28 Annual Alumni Dinner about UTS’ proud hockey history starting on Page 18. A four-page photographic record of the 2008 Alumni Dinner. Our thanks to this issue’s contributors: Copy: Don Borthwick ’54, George Crawford ’72, Bob Cumming ’65, Martha Drake, Caroline Kolch, Bob Lord ’58, Lily McGregor, Carolyn McIntyre, Jennifer Orazietti, Michaele Robertson, Diana Shepherd ’80, Bill Saunderson ’52, Luke Stark ’02 Photography: Cover, Remembrance Day, Alumni Dinner: Victor Yeung

U niversity of Toronto Schools Alumni Association Editor: Diana Shepherd ’80 371 Bloor Street West, Room 121, Toronto, Ontario M5S 2R7 Phone: (416) 978-3919 Fax: (416) 971-2354 Design: Eye-to-Eye Design E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.utschools.ca/alumni | Published Spring and Fall, The Root is available to all alumni, parents, and friends of UTS. Contact us at the above addresses to receive a copy Ad Design: Eye-to-Eye Design, Rob Duncan, Kevin Lee or to change your address. This issue is also available at: www.utschools.ca/alumni/alumnimagazine.aspx Printed by: Thistle Printing Ltd.

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 3 Bits&Pieces A compendium of noteworthy UTS tidbits.

R enowned educator She was a supervisory Alumni at Uts a music improvisation work- officer for 23 years in the shop every Thursday after Dr. Avis Glaze Catholic and public school UTS is pleased to welcome school with UTS music appointed to the UTS systems in both rural and alumni back to UTS, many students. Board of Directors urban Ontario. She taught of whom work with students Anthony Chiu ’05 holds at faculties of education and and make important MIDI music lab workshops has worked as a Researcher contributions to the school for UTS students. at the Ministry of Labour. community. Alumni are vital to the Chosen by the Canadian Marina Jiménez ’82, UTS Athletics program: government to assist with award-winning senior writer Matthew Fruchtman ’05 educational reform in South for The Globe and Mail, is UTS’ Assistant Wrestling Africa, she has served as wrote a feature on UTS enti- coach, Jeremy Weisz ’05 is Chairperson of the Harry tled “Excellence Under Fire” a UTS Baseball coach, and R. Gairey Scholarship Fund for the January 24, 2009 Brad Wentworth ’04 is an – an initiative that provides issue of the newspaper. Ultimate Frisbee coach. opportunities for outstand- Anthony Lee ’86, ing black students to attend volunteers his time at UTS, Branching Out! university. Her role in estab- teaching Japanese Taiko lishing the Literacy and Drumming to a student The UTS Branching Out UTS is pleased to announce Numeracy Secretariat and in group. Alumni Mentoring Program the appointment of Dr. Avis launching its ambitious pro- Denise Jaworski ’01 is rolling along – literally! On Glaze to the UTS Board of gram of work is the crown- visited a World Issues class February 10th, mentors and Directors. Dr. Glaze was ing achievement of a long on January 20, 2009 to mentees joined Branching appointed to the UTS Board and distinguished career in speak about HIV/AIDS Out program staff at the as an independent Director education. Dr. Glaze has and Aboriginal Canadians. Bathurst Bowlerama for an in August of 2008. completed two Masters of Denise is currently in second evening of conversation, Dr. Glaze has recently Education Programs – one in year medical school at Uof T, bonding, and bowling. retired from her post educational administration and has spent a few years as The event was intended as Ontario’s Education and the other in guidance a researcher in an HIV/AIDS to foster fellowship between Commissioner and Special and counseling – as well as research facility in Toronto. the program’s participants Advisor to the Minister a Doctorate in Education. Mitchell Wong ’05 hosts [continued on page 6] of Education, and head She has won numerous Branching Out participants and staff enjoy an evening of bonding and bowling. of Ontario’s Literacy and awards, including the Order Numeracy Secretariat of Ontario, the African (LNS). A well known change Canadian Achievement agent and a mentor to many Award, the Distinguished Ontario educators, Dr. Glaze Educator Award, the Pace spent 38 years in education, Setter Award, Educator of with a total of 28 years at the Year, as well as a number the elementary, secondary, of honorary doctorates for community college, and her outstanding contribution university levels in Ontario. to education.

4 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 Meg O’Mahony teaches in Uganda Canadians deliver environmental education.

T S Science teacher departure. “And then to learn Meg O’Mahony trav- that although our classrooms eled to Uganda in have unique differences, in so U July 2008 to deliver many ways, we are working an environmental education towards the same goals.” workshop for Ugandan teachers. I n addition to paying all their She and two fellow Canadian own expenses, the teachers teachers participated in this raised more than $6,000 to cover two-week pilot project by the the cost of the workshop. As Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) of part of her efforts, Meg sold Canada. Meg was joined by biodegradable plates, cups, Emma Roche from Royal St. cutlery, and napkins. George’s College in Toronto, and TheI JG is a global non- Alison Eliott from Trinity College profit organization that Left: Meg O’Mahony (far right) and two other School in Port Hope, Ontario. empowers people to make a Canadian teachers travelled to Uganda as part of In Africa, Meg and her fel- difference for all living things. a Jane Goodall Institute Canada pilot project that low teachers worked with JGI JGI Canada supports wildlife assists in delivering environmental education Uganda to prepare and deliver research, education, and con- training to Ugandan teachers. Above: The 22 workshops on cooperative servation, with the primary Ugandan teachers who attended the workshop. learning techniques, nature goal of ensuring the survival of interpretation, and general envi- great ape populations through It is clear that there is a great From Uganda to Canada ronmental education. Uganda community-centred conserva- need for environmental educa- Here are a few messages, in their faces huge environmental chal- tion activities in Africa. The tion training for Ugandan teach- own words, from Kasubi Primary lenges such as deforestation, Institute also promotes sustain- ers and that the JGI teacher School students to their Canadian agriculture intensification, and able livelihoods and nurtures training workshops are an effec- counterparts: other human threats to endan- new generations of committed, tive means of providing this. ✒ “My name is Mwebaze Junior gered primates such as chim- active citizens around the world. The Ugandan teachers were Daniel. I am 14 years old... I panzees and mountain gorillas. H ere are a few excerpts really grateful for the opportu- would like you to conserve the Working with Ugandan nity to attend the workshop and environment by planting trees, teachers who have large class from the team’s blog: ...many teachers are now keen flowers which will control soil sizes and limited resources chal- Wednesday, July 23, 2008 to try integrating environmen- erosion. In Uganda I am also lenged Meg and her peers to by Meg O’Mahony tal issues into subjects beyond doing the same. When I do this, be creative in passing on their For me, I felt they [the Ugandan science and social studies. An I get many things like rainfall, skills. It was a wonderful two- teachers] really started to come important step in building a cul- shade, fruits and also I am a way learning experience. The out of their shells once we ture of conservation in youth. member of Wildlife in Uganda. Canadian teachers built relation- started the experiential educa- Tuesday, July 8, 2008 I conserve the environment ships with the Ugandan teach- tion techniques. I think everyone by Emma Roche because I like animals.” ers that will allow classes in both learns well by “doing” and this A neat outcome of the conver- ✒ “My name is Ssekandi Edrine. countries to correspond, discuss group opened right up with this sation was that the students I am 14 years old. I’m interested world issues, and implement style of teaching/learning. It is learned about wind energy. I in playing football and planting ideas for action. tricky for them to utilize expe- was listing a few ways of mak- trees in our compound because M eg and her fellow riential learning in their classes ing renewable energy when a they provide us with shade and teachers documented their when they have 60 or more boy put up his hand to ask how they make the compound to experience on a blog at: students, tiny rooms, and almost we can get electricity from the look nice with fresh air.” www.jgiteachertraining. no resources... What I loved most wind. I described the turbines ✒ “My name is Matovu Michael. blogspot.com/ about this teaching was seeing and used a nearby tree as a scale I am 12 years old. Please I would “ What an exciting opportu- teachers get excited about the to demonstrate how tall they like to know more about your nity for all of us – to make global new ideas. These teachers pur- can be. The students exclaimed climate in Canada. My best diet connections, share ideas, gain sue this career for the love of it. with eyes huge with amazement is meat and rice. My best colour experiences, and create friend- S aturday, August 23, 2008 and there were many thrilled is green. Is your climate as cool ships,” said Roche before their by Meg O’Mahony voices chattering about the idea. as ours in Africa?”

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 5 [continued from page 4] Coordinators Jennifer ence for young alumni.” and connect mentoring pairs Orazietti of the Office of “2009/10 is UTS’ The with their peers. Strikes, Advancement and Carole Centennial year,” enthused spares, and the occasional Bernicchia-Freeman of UTS Luke, “and Branching Out Keys gutter ball were music to Student Services, monitor- is a great example of the the ears of Luke Stark ing and evaluation of the new things that the school is Glr al e y ’02, one of the program’s mentoring pairs has pro- doing to celebrate and bring founders. “Bowling is a low- duced plenty of good feed- together its community. I’d pressure way to bring the back, which will be used to love to see more mentoring Exhibiting mentoring pairs together to improve the program. pairs than ever next year.” this fall do something that’s active, One of the challenges Alumni from the classes relaxed, and convivial,” for Branching Out this year of ’84 to’99 who are inter- Luke observed. “Plus, going has been the difficulty in ested in becoming a mentor Kasper bowling is practically a UTS finding young alumni in next year, or who would like tradition; there have been medical professions to act as more information about the Podgorski Cuspidor and House bowl- mentors. “We have lawyers, program, should get in touch ing events for at least the last teachers, engineers, artists, with Alumni Affairs Officer ’04 20 years.” and business people who Jennifer Orazietti at The 2008/09 Branching are extremely busy and who [email protected] Out program is already also act as mentors,” points as soon as possible. shaping up to be a suc- out Jennifer. “We really cess. The program’s pairs need young alumni involved E rratum of young alumni and S5/ in medical professions to I n the article “House Proud” in the Fall 2008 issue, The Root mistakenly S6 students met for the consider being mentors stated that the first female Lewis first time in November, and next year as we have a huge Literary Rep was Beth Steinhauer many pairs have reported demand from UTS students ’78 in the 1976-77 school year, having stimulating meet- wanting to go into that field. when it was in fact Jane Helleiner ’78. Stephanie Hansen ’78 was the Future ings and discussions since. Considering the small time Althouse Athletic Rep in 1976-77, not Thanks to the hard commitment, mentoring can 1977-78 as stated in the article. Our Exhibitions work of Program be a truly rewarding experi- sincerest apologies for the errors. Kim Lee Kho ’81 Baillie Card ’05 2009 A TlUMni B’bALL oURnament Margaret Krawecka ’96 Eg i ht eager teams arrived bright Adele and early at the Upper FEUT gym on February 7, 2009 to compete Madonia ’03 in the 3-on-3 Alumni Basketball Tournament. This fun, spirited Emma Jenkin ’03 tournament brought out alumni teams from many years, as well Olivia Mapue ’04

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Basket Yungll Ph ’98, Joseph Crampton ’98, in February; we hope to see you tournament possible. or e-mail [email protected] for further information. 6 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 President’s Report

Looking Forward to our Centennial And there’s still plenty to do for those who want to lend a hand!

his is a busy time of year for Your Alumni Association is zational and logistical support provided the school and for your Alumni involved in many of the Centennial by Martha Drake and her staff. T Association. Alumni volun- activities being organized by the The annual meetings of the Alumni teers and your Association Board have School. The Centennial program is Association and Board will take place been occupied on many fronts. In this ambitious, involving multiple events shortly after you receive this edition report, I’ll touch upon some recent and a variety of activities. Many of your of The Root. At those meetings, new events, and I’ll discuss the work that fellow alumni are participating on sev- Board members are elected, the slate is underway to plan future events and eral planning and organizing commit- of officers is decided, and the direction budgets for your Association. tees, and I thank them for volunteering of the Association for the upcoming The UTSAA their time and skills for what should be year is discussed. If you are interested enjoys organiz- an exciting series of events. in serving on the Alumni Board, please ing annual events Financially, your Association is contact me at [email protected]. As that bring alumni sound. This year’s Annual Fund cam- always, I welcome all comments and together. The paign has been successful – especially feedback. 3-on-3 Basketball when we consider the financial down- My two-year term as President of Tournament took turn that occurred around the time of your Association is coming to an end. place on February our annual mailing! The Annual Fund I have been both inspired and moti- 7th, and a date receipts will allow us to increase the vated by the enthusiasm and dedica- has been set for Bursary Fund once again, to support tion that so many alumni give to UTS. George Crawford ’72 the 2009 UTSAA various School and Alumni Activities, The last two years have seen many prnTSAAeside t, U Golf Tournament. and to provide special changes at the school, Unfortunately, the gifts to the school. A T he Centennial and I have tried to keep school did not ice a hockey team this 2008 special gift provided you all informed about year due to the loss of too many players some travel expenses, at program is the new structure at to graduation. As a result, we will not short notice, to the UTS ambitious, UTS, and the result- be having our Alumni/School Hockey “Reach for the Top” Team ing Memorandum of Game. Hopefully that event, and the to travel to Edmonton involving Understanding between school team, will return in future years. where they represented multiple events the UTS Board and your Our 2008 Annual Alumni Dinner Ontario in the Canadian and a variety of Association Board. That was held on October 24th, and plans Championships. Gifts Memorandum confirms for the 2009 Dinner – also to be held such as these are timely, activities. the ongoing roles and on October 24th – are underway. We support the School, and financial foundation of have benefited from the superb organiz- are recognized and appreciated by the our Association, helping to ensure that ing skills of Rob Duncan ’95 and his “future alumni” at UTS. we will continue to serve the interests team for several years, and Rob is to As part of our annual budget- of the alumni and to support UTS. It be congratulated and thanked for the ing cycle, we are working with UTS, has been an honour and a privilege outstanding leadership that he has given through the Alumni Liaison Committee, to have served the Association during each year. At our last Alumni Board to establish our respective budget these changing times! meeting, Rob outlined a new theme for for 2009 and the support that we the 2009 Dinner – mark your calendars will be given by the UTS Office of for another enjoyable evening! Advancement. We appreciate the organi-

sr p i ng 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 7 Principal’s Message

If Not Here, Then Where? Focusing on what it means to educate our children to be successful in their own era.

n my last article for The Root literate population, most of whom speak magazine, I wrote about the case English. These countries, along with I for UTS. This article follows and small and less prosperous countries expands upon those thoughts. Since such as Bangladesh, are already making the last issue, we have launched our the kinds of changes to their schools strategic plan, Building the Future, and about which Canadian educators can we have witnessed world events – both only preach. They seem to have seen economic and geo-political – taking a what skills will help their people, and sharply negative turn. It’s likely that ultimately their countries, to prosper. we already live in In our country and in our province, we a different world have seen the same things; we network than the one in and share information about these which the think- important issues in education, but we ing and writing of are hard pressed to point to a single our strategic plan systemic effort to do anything about took place. Some them. If we do not take some will see only a serious action now, Canadian schooling negative impact in the not-too-distant future will not on UTS’ hopes be able to compete with the quality of Michaele Robertson for the future in what these reformed models of school- PnalTSri cip , U the shocking eco- ing are capable of producing. nomic downturn UTS cannot initiate system change requirements, and planning to launch of October and November 2008. And in Canadian schools, but it is one of the a summer institute – and all of these indeed, it would be naïve not to antici- best sites to participate in that change initiatives are focused on what it means pate that fund-raising targets and time- – and it must do so. This is a school to educate our children to be successful lines will have to be reassessed. with great energy, lots of talent, terrific in their own era. But in this article, relationships between UTS faces two equal challenges. I want to engage your T his is the and among teachers and The first is to find the support in its attention on another students, and a proven community of alumni, parents, and topic – one equally real purpose record of educating friends that will continue to make it critical to the school’s of education: Canadian leaders in a accessible to students who qualify to future as well as to our stunning array of fields. enter. The second is to ensure they future as a nation. making possible Our plan, Building the have an education for this century that We are witnessing lives of dignity, Future, commits the will allow them to restore the planet what Fareed Zakaria, school to educating its to health and harmony. This is the real writing in The Post service, and high-achieving students purpose of education: making possible American World, calls accomplishment. to lead in their respective lives of dignity, service, and accom- the rise of the rest: the future fields. Our Vision plishment. What better place to make upsurge in the economies of China, and Mission clarify our aspirations and that a reality than here? India, and Japan, fuelled by a huge, our areas of focus. We are reviewing highly educated and technologically our program, rethinking our diploma

8 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 UTS Board Report

Facing the Challenges of Tomorrow The UTS Board is exploring every option to guarantee the future success of the school.

his issue of The Root cel- all capital projects being considered own systems was an especially complex ebrates the 90th anniversary by the University. Consequently, we process, which required a significant T of UTS’ magnificent win of do not expect any rapid outcome from investment of staff resources. However, the Memorial Hockey Cup against the these discussions. In the meantime, we I am pleased to report that our human Regina Pats, and it ponders why some remain very much committed to the resources, payroll, and financial report- of our UTS graduates choose to attend redevelopment and long-term occu- ing systems are running smoothly. As university south of the border while pancy of 371 Bloor, and we are intent anticipated, our partner, the Uof T, others choose to remain closer to home. on continuing our dialogue with the agreed to meet its obligation to UTS We are now a few months away from University towards accomplishing that with respect to the school’s reported our centennial year objective when it is prepared to do so. deficit as determined by Ernst & – a remarkable Further, we will work towards enhanc- Young as at June 30, 2006. We are on milestone. This is ing our capital expenditure capacity to target to be in a position to fully fund a time to step back ensure that we are ready our own operations by and reflect on how to move forward with re- ...we remain very 2010. We also remain much the school building UTS when the committed to expand- has changed, and time is right. much committed ing the bursary program on the directions The Board and its to the although – like many it may or may not committees are working redevelopment other non-profit organi- Bob Lord ’58 take over the next thoughtfully and methodi- zations – we are chal- cTShair, U 10, 50, or 100 cally with Principal and long-term lenged by the current years. It is also a Michaele Robertson to occupancy of economic environment. time to celebrate our successes – and, plan for the future edu- Moving forward, as above all, our perseverance. For regard- cational challenges of 371 Bloor, and always, our efforts will less of the changes imposed on us tomorrow and to explore we are intent on remain focused on our through the years, we have managed to every option to guarantee most important mission: stay on course and remain the school the future success of the continuing our to ensure that UTS con- of choice for high achieving and truly school. To that end, we dialogue with tinues to be the school of gifted students. have worked very hard the University choice for high achiev- In my last article, “More to ensure that the school ing students. On their Milestones for UTS” (The Root, Fall is capable of operating towards behalf, please accept my 2008), I indicated that the University of on a “stand alone” basis. accomplishing assurance that we will Toronto had signaled to us last summer We are very gratified continue to communi- that it did not wish to redevelop the that our current financial that objective... cate important steps in 371 Bloor Street West site for its own projections for the next the planning process as use, and it had invited UTS to submit four years show that, even after Uof T’s well as our progress in accomplishing its own proposal for redevelopment direct subsidy comes to an end in our the objectives described in our strategic of the site. This was followed by some next fiscal year, we will have a comfort- plan, Building the Future. useful discussions with senior staff at able surplus that will grow in subse- the University. Since then, however, quent years. there has been a deterioration of the The process of converting our sys- economy, which has had an impact on tems from Uof T’s and setting up our

sr p i ng 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 9 Advancement Report

Hope in the Face of Recession Alumni, parents, and friends have always stepped up to support UTS in good times and bad.

ne look at the news makes me worth passing along. dents on the basis of academic and over- want to hibernate. Newspapers According to the mother, her all performance and we are committed O are filled with tales of financial daughter had completed five happy to making financial accessibility a reality woe, and UTS is not immune to the years at UTS when the student’s father for all UTS students”. This year, we were global and national economic meltdown. was suddenly laid off from his job. At able to fulfill our promise. Nineteen That being said, I have two sources of that moment, the family went from a percent of our student body received hope during this recession. position of financial comfort to one of bursaries with 8% on full tuition sup- The first is our Centennial, which distress; with no money for tuition, the port. This translates into almost $1-mil- is shaping up to be a magnificent cel- family faced the reality of having to lion awarded to UTS families during the ebration. By the move their child away from UTS to fin- 2008-2009 academic year. time you receive ish Grade 12 elsewhere. With the gloomy economic forecast your next issue This is where you, our donors, and the cost of tuition increasing by of The Root, we entered the picture. Thanks to the necessity, we are focusing our energy will be well into support of UTS alumni on strategies to remain our Centennial and friends over the With the gloomy committed to our mis- celebrations. More years, UTS was able to sion. Elsewhere in this than 100 volun- provide this family with economic issue of The Root, you teers are working a full bursary for their forecast and the will hear from Bob Lord, diligently on the daughter’s final year. The Bill Saunderson, and Martha Drake final plans for our daughter worked three cost of tuition Michaele Robertson on Eeut x c ive Director, UTS office of 100th anniversary, jobs during her final year increasing by the work of the Board, advancement and we all look for- at UTS to help support necessity, we are Foundation, and Schools. ward to welcom- the family, and gradu- At the very centre of our ing you back to UTS during 2009 and ated to go on to university focusing planning is the knowl- 2010. Be sure to read the “Centennial where she finished top of our energy edge that we have been Notebook” for ways in which you can her class. The mother said blessed with a proud participate and to find events to attend! that, because of UTS’ on strategies community of alumni, My other source of hope is the support during their time to remain parents, and friends who financial support that has continued to of need, the family was committed to have stepped up to sup- come from alumni, parents, and friends able to cope. Proudly port UTS in good times of UTS. This year, some donors wrote showing me photos of our mission. and bad. Thank you to notes with their gifts explaining that her daughter, the mother those who have chosen they had been affected by the recession also said that she and her husband will this year to make your first gift to UTS, but still wanted to support the school. continue to support the school for the to those of you who have maintained Thank you for your continued support! rest of their days in appreciation for the or increased your level of support, and It has never been more needed. support shown to them. to those of you, affected by the reces- Last month, the mother of a UTS In these harsh economic times, this sion, who gave what you could to UTS. graduate visited our office to hand- story serves as a poignant reminder of Together, we will keep UTS accessible. deliver a donation for the UTSAA why we come together to support UTS. Annual Fund. Along with the gift, the The opening declaration of the UTS mother delivered a story that I think is mission statement reads: “We admit stu-

10 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 Cen ent n iAL NOTEBOOK

Centennial year will launch UTS into its second century of Mark your calendar! excellence. More details to come in the Fall issue of The Root. The UTS Centennial is coming up fast! 2009–2010 will be filled with exciting events to celebrate this milestone, so be sure to mark these dates in your calendar: Initiatives H.J.af Cr w ord Award E vents The H.J. Crawford Award was created to commemorate UTS’ & Opening Reception: October 1, 2009 Centennial. H.J. “Bull” Crawford was UTS’ firstH eadmaster (1910 To officially begin ourC entennial, a formal reception, hosted by –1923). Crawford truly set the tone for UTS with his powerful Principal Michaele Robertson, will be held at UTS. During the personality, fine academic background, and high ideals. reception, the inaugural H.J. Crawford Award (see “Initiatives” for more details) will be presented to one distinguished This award will honour and acknowledge an individual or a member of the UTS community. RSVP to (416) 978-3919 or group that has made a significant contribution to the advance- [email protected]. ment of UTS through commitment, dedication, and volunteer- ism, or one that has contributed to our greater society through & Annual Alumni Dinner: October 24, 2009 other significant lifetime achievements. The winner will be This year’s Alumni dinner will take place on Saturday, October presented with the award at the Centennial Opening Reception 24 at UTS. This event has a Centennial twist: we’re introducing at UTS on October 1, 2009. the UTS Hall of Fame. On Saturday afternoon, everyone is invited to attend a Hall of Fame awards presentation; this Submit your nomination for this award by June 1, 2009 through year, we’ll be honouring contributions to UTS sports. RSVP to the UTS website by going to www.utschools.ca and clicking on (416) 978-3919 or [email protected]. “UTS Centennial”. & Speakers Panel: February 2010 S chool Song Contest A political panel discussion relevant to the future of UTS. A fter one hundred years of doing covers, UTS is long overdue Date and panelists TBD. to sing its own song. Write your song or lyrics, choose your & Centennial Music Gala: April 2010 musical style, choose your format (manuscript, mp3, CD, A musical evening for alumni at the end of UTS’ Music Week, etc.) and send in your submission by May 1, 2009 to with winning music compositions being played from the [email protected]. Submissions will be Centennial Music Composition Competition (see “Initiatives” posted to the UTS website. for more details). By popular vote among the UTS community, finalists and an & Homecoming Weekend: May 28-30, 2010 eventual winner will be selected by June 2009. The winning All alumni are invited to come back to UTS for the Centennial entry will then be arranged for band, strings, choir, and what- Homecoming Weekend. Year Reps are encouraged to organize ever else is deemed appropriate, and will be premiered at the their own class get-together or pub night on Friday, May 28. Centennial Student Kick-Off event inS eptember 2009. On Saturday, May 29, UTS will host an Open House ex- C entennial Music gala: travaganza, which will welcome alumni back to the school to composition Competition reminisce with classmates and teachers. The Open House will feature decade rooms with UTS memorabilia, various demon- The Centennial Music Committee invites you to be a part of the strations in the gym, pool, and auditorium, as well as a Centen- Centennial by submitting a musical composition. One winning nial Art Exhibition (see “Initiatives” for more details). composition will be selected for each of the following groups: The focal point of the day will be a ceremonial cutting of Senior Strings, Choir, Symphonic (Senior) Band, and Stage Band the cake – shaped like UTS – accompanied by a rousing round (standard instrumentation for all ensembles). The selected compositions will be performed at the Centennial Music Gala m of “Happy Birthday”! Activities will continue until 4:00 p.m. o c .

o in April 2010. Composers will receive a $1,000 honorarium per t Spread the word to your classmates – a party is only as o h p selected composition. k good as its guests! c o & & Centennial Gala: October 16, 2010 Criteria: hak; ist i r Held at the beautiful Four Seasons Hotel, this elegant end to the A ll compositions must be playable by UTS students a

j • : o t o Ph n s P R i ng 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 11 • C ompositions should be 5-8 minutes in length • Y ou may submit one or more compositions for each ensemble Show Your School • A lternate orchestrations or concerti will not be considered Spirit in Style! Please include a full score of the composition with either an orchestral or midi realization recording if available (CD, audio cassettes or mp3 formats). If parts are available, send them as well. Please include your name, composition title, phone number, address, e-mail address, and anything else you think the committee should know, along with your score (for judging purposes, do not write your name on the score) by January 4th, 2010. Submit compositions to [email protected] or to the attention of Judy Kay, UTS, 371 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S 2R7. S weatshirt C entennial Art Exhibitition: $45 May 29-30, 2010 Hoodie UTS artists are encouraged to submit works for the Centennial Art Exhibition to be held during the Homecoming Weekend on Also Available: Keychain $5; $50 May 29-30, 2010. Contact [email protected] for more Lapel Pin $15; Silk Tie $35 details on the exhibit and how to submit your work. prices include tax. Shipping extra ($5 local). A mrt Com ission T o order, contact the Office of Advancement: To commemorate UTS’ Centennial, the Centennial Art Com- Phone: (416) 978-3919 email: [email protected] mittee is commissioning a work of art and invites alumni to submit proposals for the commission. The work of art must be portable and its creation must somehow involve and engage current UTS students. To indicate your interest in submitting a proposal, email [email protected] by April 30, 2009. Formal proposals are due on June 5, 2009. A jury will select the winning proposal, and the artist selected will receive a $5,000 honorarium towards the project. V olunteers needed I n order for our Centennial to succeed, we need your help. We are currently looking for volunteers to collect UTS memo- rabilia and create decade displays for the various Decade Rooms for our Homecoming Weekend. If you are interested in volunteering for this role, or if you have UTS memorabilia that you would like to be displayed, please contact Jennifer Orazietti, Alumni Affairs Officer, [email protected] or (416) 946-7012. Sp onsorship Opportunities A s a not-for-profit organization, UTS is looking for gifts- in-kind or sponsorship opportunities that fit well with our m

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12 the root : the uts alumni magazine | Spring 2009 Deu Sot u h Why do some UTS graduates choose to attend university in the USA rather than in Canada? Is there really a brain drain of our best and brightest to south of the border? m o by diana shepherd ’80 c . o t o h p k c o ccording to Open Canada is the number-five country of 2007-2008 academic year. Clearly, deau; ist

n Doors 2008: International origin for international students in the higher education is big business in o Bl

r Students in the United States US; the top four countries are India the USA. (a report published by the (94,563), China (81,127), South Korea Let’s narrow our focus. Of the Olivie : A f a e

L Institute of International Education), (69,124), and Japan (33,974). Through 2,095 students who graduated from vizia; i 29,051 Canadians headed south to their expenditures on tuition and liv- UTS between 1982 and 2008, 253 (an D o attend university in the USA for ing expenses, 623,805 international average of 12.08%) chose to attend an the 2007-2008 academic year – up students contributed more than $15.5 American university. The percentage of

Flag: Claudi 2.7% from the previous year. In fact, billion to the US economy during the graduates heading to the US has fluc-

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 13 tuated from year to year – from a high Michigan because the school offered At the time, I was convinced that elite of 21% in 2003 (the “double cohort” a top-10 Engineering program; they American schools were far ahead of year) to a low of 4.62% in 1983. also offered her an athletic scholar- even the best Canadian schools. I’m not Last Fall, The Root polled 100 ship that covered all tuition, room, and sure that I believe that anymore, but it’s alumni who had graduated from UTS board for four years. After completing a little late to transfer to McGill,” con- between 1980 and 2007, and who had her B.S. in Computer Engineering, cludes Dhalla, who is currently pursu- chosen to obtain at least their under- Noble chose to obtain her MBA from ing a Ph.D. in BME at Duke. graduate degree from a US university. Harvard Business School because of The purpose of the survey was to find its reputation: “It was the number-one different country, out why they had chosen to study in ranked business school at the time,” she new experiences the US – and, in retrospect, whether remembers. She thinks that HBS is a they believed they had made the right great choice whether or not the student In the survey, the other main reason decision. Although largely positive, is planning to return to Canada after cited for choosing a US university was their answers were all over the map, graduation. “Harvard grads call tell- the opportunity to see the world from from “absolutely the right choice” to “a ing prospective employers that you are a new perspective: to live abroad, huge disappointment – and a gigantic a HBS grad ‘dropping the H-bomb’. studying with and learning from non- waste of money”. It opens many doors.” Noble thinks Canadians. “I felt that Canada was a that “you get more bang for the buck” very sheltered country and I wanted why do south? attending a US school for graduate to experience more of the world and work than for undergrad. “Canadian meet different people rather than end- According to our survey, the reasons undergrad programs are excellent – at ing up… always being with the same for choosing a US school haven’t least as good if not better than their US people from Toronto,” says Evelyn changed much over the years. Although counterparts – and they are much more Choi ’02, who holds a B.Sc. in Design each choice was personal – reflecting reasonably priced,” she points out. “If and Environmental Analysis – Interior the individual’s talents, personality, it weren’t for the athletic scholarship, I Design from Cornell University. A and specific field of study – there were would have done undergrad in Canada designer at the New York City offices common threads running through the and grad in the US.” of Yabu Pushelberg (an interior design responses. Al-Hafeez Dhalla ’03, chose Duke company), Choi thinks that “because University for both undergraduate and the US is attractive in so many ways to outstanding in graduate work “because of its ranking/ the rest of the world, top leaders in all their field reputation, and in part because it is one fields are willing to visit universities, so of the best schools in the world for my the opportunity to meet influential and As you might expect, the number-one field – biomedical engineering (BME). passionate people is much higher.” reason cited for leaving Canada was that a specific US school was gener- ally acknowledged as either the best or the only place to pursue a particular Percentage of Grads Heading South area of study. “I chose University of The percentage of UTS graduates attending an American university has fluctuated from year California Berkeley since they have to year – from a high of 21% in 2003 (the “double cohort” year) to a low of 4.62% in 1983. facilities that were not matched by any Canadian grad schools at the time Y ear Percentage 1999 ...... 18.42% 1989 ...... 12.12% (and even now),” says Joanna Lai ’98, 2008 ...... 10.58% 1998 ...... 17.33% 1988 ...... 8.33% who is currently a Ph.D. student at UC 2007 ...... 12.75% 1997 ...... 8.11% 1987 ...... 11.76% Berkeley. “The field I picked for grad 2006 ...... 9.00% school requires advanced semiconduc- 1996 ...... 6.76% 1986 ...... 5.71% 2005 ...... 12.90% tor micro/nanofabrication facilities, and 1995 ...... 13.70% 1985 ...... 14.06% UC Berkeley is one of the best schools 2004 ...... 10.64% 1994 ...... 9.33% 1984 ...... 9.86% in [this area]. There are no Canadian 2003*...... 21.00% 1993 ...... 10.00% 1983 ...... 4.62% companies that succeed or can survive 2002 ...... 13.54% 1992 ...... 17.39% 1982 ...... 15.94% in this competitive field.” 2001 ...... 15.07% 1991 ...... 8.96% Average ...... 12.08% Alison Noble ’80 completed her 2000 ...... 14.08% 1990 ...... 12.68% * the “double cohort” year undergraduate degree at University of

14 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 “ us schools are much more deeply rooted in the ‘liberal and a small, exclusive student body are an unbeatable mix,” says Liang Hong arts’ ideal: an education at a ’02, who is currently an interest-rate US school is much broader and derivatives trader at JP Morgan in Tokyo. Hong, who “overloaded on two less focused than an education majors (EECS and Management)” at at a Canadian school.” MIT, adds that: “Between the marble columns and Frank Gehry manifolds, – Solomon Douglas ’92 the caliber of the faculty and classmates at the top US schools is on a plane above. MIT was a great experience, but it was my six years at UTS that put me Derek Chiang ’96 puts it more acceptance from top medical schools on this path and made everything pos- strongly: “Torontonians as a whole in the US. “This is a popular path sible.” should not be so myopic – they should because Canadian medical schools are “US schools are much more deeply explore the world.” However, he adds much cheaper than US medical schools, rooted in the ‘liberal arts’ ideal: an edu- a word of caution to this statement. while offering excellent training and cation at a US school is much broader “Considerable student debt from a research opportunities,” she explains. and less focused than an education private school may not be worth it for “Additionally, the Canadian health care at a Canadian school,” says Solomon an undergrad degree.” Chiang, who system seems to be the better one in Douglas ’92, who holds an S.B. in holds a B.Sc. from University of North which to work.” mathematics and an S.B. in music from Carolina, Chapel Hill and a Ph.D. from MIT. “Canadian science undergradu- University of California, Berkeley, did small classes, big ates take a lot more classes within their not expect to return to Canada after variety field and a lot fewer classes outside graduation because of a lack of special- of their field than American science ized biotech sector job opportunities. Small class size and academic variety undergraduates. I feel that this is a Since 2005, he has been a postdoctoral were also listed as reasons for attend- major advantage to American schools.” fellow in cancer genetics at the Broad ing specific US universities. “I was Institute of Harvard and MIT. drawn to Stanford by its smaller size the cost “I think both US and Canadian and also by the greater diversity of schools have a lot to offer, and I chose course options,” says Julie Mak ’91, Almost all the alumni surveyed identi- to attend a US school mainly because I who ended up completing a double fied the high cost as being the major wanted to have a new, exciting experi- major in Biological Sciences and downside of attending an American ence,” says Janice Wong ’04. “I wanted German Studies. “Coming from a small university. Recent UTS grad Stanley adventure, and to see what things school like UTS, I think it was easier So ’07 offers this advice to students were like in the US. Yale also has the to transition to Stanford – which has considering following his footsteps to international prestige that Canadian 1,600 students per year – than it would the south: “Think about why you may schools might not have; while I do not have been to enter a larger school. In feel that a US school is necessary. Don’t feel comfortable with the elitism in the terms of academic variety... part of underestimate Canadian education. In US, this prestige opens a lot of doors the requirements for an undergradu- my case, the program I sought was only and opportunities, and also attracts the ate degree are to complete at least one available in the US, so that made the very best students and professors from course in a number of diverse areas decision an easy one. But if you choose around the world.” She believes that (science, engineering, psychology, to go to the US, make sure that the attending a top US school is a “life- English, etc.). Stanford offers courses of institution you wish to attend actually changing, eye-opening experience,” different credit levels, so you can take offers something that Canadian schools and advises UTS grads to “choose the three or four heavy academic courses don’t, and make sure it is worth the school where you think you will grow and complement them with some light- extra $30,000 a year you will probably most as a person.” After completing er options – such as once-a-week sports be paying.” her undergrad, Wong has returned to or foreign-language conversation class- According to Open Doors 2008, the Canada to study medicine (Uof T, Class es. I am so grateful to have been able to primary sources of funding for interna- of 2012) – despite receiving eight MD/ explore so many different topics.” tional students were personal and family Ph.D. admission offers and one MD “Unparalleled financial resources funds (62.3%), and funding from a US

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 15 “ It is an unfortunate urban myth that you need to be wealthy some of the courses (i.e., calculus, phys- ics, chemistry),” says Umut Ulge. “UTS to enroll at the top American prepares you extremely well in these schools.” – Arik Motskin ’01 subjects, and taking them over is a waste of time (or a free pass to have fun in first year, depending on your out- look).” Ulge notes that his first year at Cornell was essentially a repeat of S6. College or University (25.9%). A few do not have merit-based scholarships, “There are standard ways for American of the UTS grads polled by The Root they have incredibly generous need- students to skip required freshman received full or partial scholarships based financial aid. Harvard offered courses if their high school courses from the US institution they attended; need-based financial assistance (unlike covered the material. It requires tests most, however, had to find other ways to Canadian schools), without which I to place out of the classes. But most foot the bill. Many of the respondents wouldn’t have been able to attend. In of those tests need to be taken during mentioned that the top US schools are fact, attending Harvard cost my family high school (like the AP tests) or before very generous with need-based financial less than going to a Canadian school. the first year starts. I didn’t know about aid – even to international students. Shocking but true.” these, and I lost the opportunity to test “Pecuniary concerns should not deter According to Umut Ulge ’99, “The out of those useless classes.” any qualified student from applying,” top US schools offer fantastic educa- Michael Heung ’92, who is says Liang Hong. tional opportunities but are expensive.” currently the Medical Director of the “Don’t avoid applying to the best He thinks that it’s much easier to find Acute Dialysis Program at University schools because you think you can’t science funding in the US than in of Michigan (Ann Arbor), attended afford it!” advises Arik Motskin ’01. “It Canada, but warns that: “the science Boston University as part of the Seven- is an unfortunate urban myth that you funding advantage is partly (or perhaps, Year Accelerated Medical Program. need to be wealthy to enroll at the top mostly) dependent on becoming a US His advice to UTS students is to focus American schools. While they generally resident, which requires going through on what they hope to get out of a US the INS to get a Green Card – this is compared to a Canadian school. “In the not trivial. It may be possible to enjoy US, Canadian schools such as Uof T or T op 10 U.S. se univer iti s this advantage as a post-graduate: McGill are fairly well-known and rec- graduate from a Canadian school, apply ognized. Internationally, however, there The most popular American to US Ph.D. programs, and establish is no substitute for going to a Harvard, universities for UTS Grads residency during graduate school.” MIT, Yale, Princeton etc.,” he says. from 1982 to 2008: He suggests the student carefully advice to current consider his/her future plans before set- 1. Harvard University (C aMBRIDGE, MA) students tling on a school. If the student intends 2. Cornell University (I ) tHACA, NY to return to Canada after completing “Don’t just go to the US because you a US degree, he/she should be aware 3. Princeton University (Pi ) r ncETOn, NJ assume it’s better,” says Ran Wei ’06, of potential obstacles ahead of time. who is currently in her third year “For example, medical training requires 4. Massachusetts Institute of at the University of Pennsylvania. additional exams, and may require Technology (C aMBRIDGE, MA) “Canadian schools are excellent. additional training if you choose to do 5. University of Pennsylvania However, many American schools are a residency in the US.” Finally, Michael (P hILADELPHIA, PA) unmatched in certain disciplines, and highly encourages UTS students to will have professors, peers, and alumni reach out to alumni who attended 6. Yale University (e N w HaVEn, CT) to match their schools’ reputation. Do the institution they’re considering, or 7. Columbia University (e )N w YoRK, NY your research, find out what makes who have experience in the student’s your target schools special, and decide planned field of study. “I wish I had 8. Brown University (P e rOVIDEnc , RI) whether it’s worth spending a house’s better understood the major differ- worth of after-tax money to get it,” Wei ences in medical training between the 9. Stanford University (P AaLO lTO, CA) concludes. US and Canada before coming over 10. Boston University (B oston, MA) “If you do choose to go to the US – although it probably wouldn’t have for college, see about testing out of changed my decision,” he concludes. lR

16 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 UTS Foundation

Dear Friends & Donors Ensuring future support continues at current levels.

ecent turmoil in the financial We anticipate that financial mar- markets and the large decline kets will be slow to recover and that R in share prices are a concern this situation may continue well into to all. With the drop in the securities 2009. Our main challenge is to pre- markets, the Foundation’s portfolio serve the accumulated capital while lost 9.8% for the trailing one year helping needs-based students. Our period ending December 31, 2008; endowments are expected to provide this loss was smaller in comparison future generations with the same level to other portfolios mainly due to of economic support for programs and our conserva- services that they provide today. We William J. tive asset mix believe that while economic conditions Saunderson ’52 between stocks remain uncertain, our portfolio is well c hairman, UTS foundation and bonds. diversified and is not unduly exposed The Founda- to high risk. Over time, the markets tion’s investment portfolio is moni- will recover and the market value of tored by a Board of Directors with our portfolio will improve accordingly. significant expertise in the financial Many donors have recently sup- markets. While some Foundations ported UTS with new annual gifts have rebalanced their portfolios to to help top-up entrance scholarships reduce their exposure to equities, the and bursaries for our students. We UTS Foundation believes that our are grateful for their generosity as we asset mix remains appropriate for our strive to continue to meet our com- current and long-term requirements. mitments to support our students. H elp make a difference for tomorrow’s uts students! If you would like to designate a specific bequest to UTS or receive information on planned giving, please contact Martha Drake, Executive Director, Advancement at (416) 946-0097, or [email protected]

sr p i ng 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 17 UTS Wins the Memorial Cup! 1919 UTS team embarrasses the Regina Pats 29–8 in a two-game series.

by don borthwick ’54

ES,t i ’s tRUE! Ninety Train” Conacher, and Cornwall (13–3), years ago, UTS was before meeting Woodstock in a very Canada’s junior hockey controversial two-game series in the Y champion. Winning the Ontario finals. inaugural Memorial Cup – The first game was played on emblematic of junior hockey supremacy slushy ice in Woodstock. Led by Bill – was the culmination of a spectacular and Frank Carson (brothers who went season. Despite being the underdog on to play in the NHL), the home team in each series, the UTS team fought won by four goals: 5–1. In the sec- through several playoff series with ond game, held at the Arena Gardens southern Ontario teams on their march on Mutual Street, UTS’ competitive to the championship. spirit fought back and we won by five In the school’s first decade, hockey, goals (7–2), finally taking the series rugby, and track and field were the pre- 8–7. The Woodstock coach, William dominant sports. The two outdoor rinks Breen, claimed his players’ underwear behind the school were constantly busy. and equipment had been sabotaged The Ontario Hockey Association (OHA) – smeared with pepper and itching was the reigning hockey organization in powder – and that “Their skates had the country, and OHA teams had been been meddled with.” Could it have participating in national senior, interme- been that, with UTS the underdog in diate, and junior hockey championships the series, the bookies were taking a since the 1890s. In those days, local club lot of betting action on the series – and Canadian Light Infantry Regiment, teams and high schools were the main maybe being a bit “hands-on” with which was organized at the outbreak of competitors for this junior champion- “support” for the UTS team?! World War I in 1914. ship. UTS competed in the Prep School TS became Eastern Canada The Memorial Cup trophy was Division – one of more than 40 teams in champions by beating the donated by the OHA in honour of m o c .

o various divisions in the province. Montreal Melvilles 8–2 in a those Canadians killed in the Great t

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k In 1918, UTS had won the Prep sudden-death game to advance to the War. In his foreword for The Memorial c o Division. This foreshadowed our tri- Memorial Cup finals against the Regina Cup: Canada’s National Junior Hockey m; ist ö

r umphant journey the next year, which Pats Hockey Club. The Pats, who first Championship (Richard M.Lapp, Alec ndst i began by winning the Prep Division L stepped onto the ice as a team in 1917, Macaulay, 1997), Paul Henderson, the s u c

r again. The team then proceeded were named in honour of Princess hero of the 1972 Canada-Russia series, a M :

o through the playoffs beating Lindsay Patricia (Queen Victoria’s granddaugh- noted that, “The Memorial Cup is the t o

Ph (17–9), Aura Lee with Lionel “Big ter) and for the Princess Patricia’s most storied junior hockey trophy in

18 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 the world. The history of the Memorial made famous by Conn Smythe and the over the years by many vanquished foes Cup is the history of Canadian hockey Toronto Maple Leafs. In the first game of UTS teams? The eastern press called in a nutshell: the story of a system built on March 19, 1919, UTS won an easy the game “a ridiculous sham”, and the out of a passion for the game, from the 14–3 victory. W.J. (Bill) Finlay, a promi- Canadian Press wondered “whether ground up.” In many ways, Henderson’s nent sports writer for the Winnipeg the Pats would default the next game. perspective has reflected the pride of all Free Press, wrote: “travelling at a dizzy Maybe Woodstock should replace UTS students who played on the school’s pace from start to finish and uncorking them!” “Senior” and “Firsts” hockey teams over team play that was a revelation to west- hree days later, Game Two was the years – a passion for the game in the ern fans, UTS’ nifty young machine just a formality; UTS won by tradition of excellence that is UTS. cantered through their opponents in T a score of 15–5, becoming the The two-game series was played such a commanding style... to outclass very first Memorial Cup champions. at the Arena Gardens, the forerun- them from stem to stern.” Does this A sideline to the series was that Bill ner of the old Mutual Street Arena sound like a familiar refrain echoed Finlay and another sports writer, the

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 19 Toronto Star’s Lou Marsh, were the cessful hockey tradition that has pre- championship teams, which won six referees, evidently not uncommon in vailed at UTS through the years. Intercollegiate titles and several Senior those days. (Lou Marsh was the legend- Off the ice, two icons of profes- Canadian championships, including ary writer for whom the Lou Marsh sional hockey in Canada were involved the Allan Cup. Uof T’s 1927 Allan Trophy, awarded annually to Canada’s with the team: Frank Selke, Sr. and Cup championship team became the outstanding athlete, was named.) Dick Irvin, Sr. Frank was the manager famous “Varsity Grads” who repre- An interesting commentary and Dick helped coaching. It is not sented Canada in the 1928 Olympics in appeared in the next issue of The known how they became involved with Switzerland, winning the gold medal Annals, the forerunner of the Twig, UTS; they were friends of the legend- by defeating opponents 38–0. On that warning that, “an OHA championship ary Conn Smythe, who was coaching at 12-player team, there were eight UTS team is a danger as well as an asset to Uof T at that time, so Smythe may have alumni: Joe Sullivan ’20 [goal], Ross the school. These OHA contests are provided the connection. Both men Taylor ’20 and Captain Jack Porter quite too enthralling. They make the went on to prominent careers in the ’21 on defence, the Plaxtons – Hugh boys forget their own privileges on the NHL in the 1930s and 1940s, both with ’23 [centre], Bert ’20, and Roger ’21 – home rinks and even wear upon the the Maple Leafs and Conn Smythe, Gordon Gunn ’21, and Frank Sullivan nerves of the masters.” and later with the Canadiens. The UTS ’18. Their coach was the man who ho were the unknown stars Coach, Frank Carroll, had previously would go on to become the fourteenth that brought this champi- trained two Stanley Cup champion Prime Minister of Canada (and to be W onship and fame to UTS? teams and went on to coach Uof T to an honoured with the 1957 Nobel Peace Only eight players comprised a team intercollegiate championship the next Prize), Lester B. Pearson. Many on the in those days. Jack Aggett ’20 led the year. In later years, all the components team became doctors and lawyers after team with nine goals in the champion- of the UTS Memorial Cup champion- their university hockey years. Dr. Joe ship series; many said that Jack was ship went on to become noteworthy Sullivan was probably the best known the best centre in the junior ranks. Joe figures in the hockey world – as play- as a leading ear surgeon and professor Sullivan ’20, our goalie, was in a class ers, coaches, and managers. No wonder of medicine at Uof T; he was summoned by himself with his cool and uncanny they dominated the Regina team and to the Senate of Canada in 1957. Joe’s ability to outguess opponents. Duncan impressed the press and fans alike! grandniece and Frank’s granddaughter, Munro ’20 and Langford Rowell ’19 In the 1920s, a number of the 1919 Karyn Sullivan ’95, carried on the provided an impregnable defense. Dunc team members and UTS alumni in family’s athletic tradition at UTS, star- went on to have career in the NHL – succeeding years went on to become ring in basketball as a student and later seven years with the Montreal Maroons part of the successful Uof T Blues coaching the girls’ basketball team to a and one year with the Canadiens – and City Championship in 2003. captained Canada’s gold medal team in In 1920, UTS again reached the the first Winter Olympics in Chamonix, Ontario semi-finals, but lost to Stratford ague e

France in 1924. Don Jeffrey ’19 and the great Howie Morenz of L ey matched Aggett’s scoring prowess with Montreal Canadiens fame. Gradually, k oc nine goals, and together with Steve Canadian junior hockey developed well H Greey ’20 on the wings, they could beyond its early popularity at the high- Canadian

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William Baker ’20, UTS’ first School competing in different leagues; besides e Captain, was the student manager of the OHA team, there were many stu- M m r al the team. One can only surmise that dents playing for one of our Juvenile, their stellar teamwork and individual “The Memorial Cup is the Midget A, B, and C and Bantam A, B, performances as Memorial Cup cham- and C teams. pions laid the foundation for the success most storied junior hockey In the early 1940s, after winning that each would realize later in their trophy in the world.” the Prep Group Division, the Senior lives; it also cemented for succeeding team advanced to the provincial Junior UTS hockey teams the strong and suc- —Paul Henderson B playoffs on two occasions. In 1942,

20 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 Soe m ampionshi we lost to the eventual champion, ch p 76 season, the team was disbanded. Stratford, in a sudden-death third Highlights The junior team carried on until 1985, game; in this game, we played against from the last 90 years and under Coach Al Fleming and Howie Meeker of Toronto Maple Leafs of hockey at UTS Assistant Coach Tom Boucher, they fame. Leading these strong teams were were Catholic league (TDCAA) finalists Chad Bark ’43 and Don Bark ’46, 1918 OH A Prep Division in 1975-6. One of the players, Andre among others. Hidi ’77, continued his hockey career 1919 Memorial Cup rom 1946 to 1960, the teams after graduating from UTS, playing prospered under the coaching 1920 OHA Prep Division for Uof T and the Peterborough Petes F of Bruce “Nails” Maclean, a 1928 OHA Provincial & Eastern Canada Finalists (Memorial Cup Finalists in 1969-70) Math teacher and a former football and 1929 OHA Prep Dividson in the OHA – both times under coach hockey star at McMaster University 1933 OHA Prep Dividson Mike Keenan (present Calgary Flames prior to WWII. His many successful coach). Andre went on to play for the 1942 OHA Junior B Prep Division teams played a very disciplined game Washington Capitals for one year. 1943 OHA Prep Division and Jr. B Semi-Finalists at both ends of the ice. Upper Canada Al Fleming said that, “Over the was a major opponent then, and stu- 1946 OHA Jr. B Prep Division years, even though UTS hockey teams dents of that time fondly remember 1950 OHA Jr. B Prep Division were not always champions, the players the outstanding battles at Maple Leaf 1951 Prep Division and OHA College Division worked hard to the best of their abili- Gardens during the years when UCC 1952 Prep Division ties, always mindful of the great history was an OHA Junior B powerhouse. and tradition of hockey at UTS.” 1953 DAT IA During this period, UTS played in the ockey returned to UTS in OHA College group, in the Prep School 1954 DAT IA 2002-3 under the leader- league against other independent 1963 D T IAA Finalists H ship of Athletic Director Jeff schools, and in the Toronto and District 1968 Nichols College Tournament Kennedy, with UTS playing in the Inter-School Athletic Association 1969 Princeton Lawrenceville Tournament Finalists Toronto District School Board (TDSB) (TDIAA) beginning in the early 1950s. league. Each year, the team has contin- 1970 Nichols College Tournament The team scheduled numerous exhibi- ued to improve, and last year, the team’s tion games against all kinds of opposi- 1972 Princeton Lawrenceville Tournament Finalists roster included the first UTS co-ed: tion, including an annual date with 1976 Junior TDCAA Finalists Jennifer Archibald ’08, last year’s Nichols School in Buffalo. Maclean’s female Athlete of the Year at UTS. coaching culminated in back-to-back ing football and basketball star, took Looking back over 90 years, championships in 1953 and 1954, the over from Maclean in 1960, followed there is no question that winning the first two years in the TDIAA. by Al Fleming ’54. The teams won Memorial Cup set the tone for hockey’s Maclean noted that he was able to the prestigious Lawrenceville tourna- lasting participation, pride, and success come in and build on UTS’ well-estab- ment at Princeton in 1962-3 and were at UTS. Like UTS’ tradition of excel- lished and well-known hockey program runner-ups in 1968-9 and 1971-2 and lence in education, representing UTS at that time. He focussed on preparing TDIAA finalists in 1962-3 and 1970-1. at the rink created an environment for the teams well for their games through Several players went on to play hockey excellence in leadership. The school’s extensive practice – generally three at Princeton on scholarships. first Headmaster, H.J. “Bull” Crawford, times a week – as well as playing var- With the cessation of grade 13 thought that: “UTS must look to the ied and older competition in exhibition in 1973, well ahead of other Toronto full development of the young man, games. He helped the players develop schools, together with the advent of physically and mentally.” Hockey con- a positive attitude, which generated co-education (which halved the male tinues to deliver this to the young men strong performances and the recogni- enrolment), it became difficult to ice a and women of UTS. Here’s to building tion that success came from hard work competitive senior team; after the 1975- a great Centennial team! lR and extra effort. He believed strongly that, ”One could be better than one Don Borthwick was Captain of the UTS Senior Hockey 1954 TDIAA Championship team; as such, he was the ideal candidate to write a piece looking both into the past and towards thought possible,” and that, “This the future of hockey at the school. He joined the Alumni Board in 1993, and became hockey spirit not only reaped results on President of the UTS Alumni Association (UTSAA) from 1995 to 1999. Don took on the posi- the ice, but in the students’ careers and tion of Executive Director of the UTSAA in 1999, and became the Assistant Director of the future lives.” UTS Advancement Office in 2007. In June 2008, Don retired from these positions, but con- Don Fawcett ’50, an outstand- tinues to be generous with his time and knowledge in support of both UTS and the UTSAA.

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... o Lest we forget h p k c o 1 Don Manchester ’44 and Clare Morrison ’44 5 Cal Wilson ’42. 6 Derek Bate ’44, John Fox ’43, t rg; is (foreground) Erskine Duncan ’38 and John Fox ’43 Don Manchester ’44. 7 Naina Gupta, Co-Chair UTS e b en (background). 2 David Morris, actor from History Parents’ Association; Han Yan, School Captain; Rahim s o R y

Comes Alive, and Paul Harkison, teacher. 3 Clare Noormohamed, Deputy School Captain; Clare Morrison n o h Morrison ’44, guest speaker. 4 Mike Ford (singer, ’44, guest speaker; David Rounthwaite ’65, UTS t n A guitar and composer), Sarah Shugarman (teacher, Director (Secretary); Michaele Robertson, Principal; : o h

violin), Pamela Leung (student, violin), Sinye Tang Don Borthwick ’54, UTSAA. P to (student, viola), Ron Royer (teacher, cello).

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7 ust Aln um i News Notes on the interesting lives and outstanding achievements of our alumni.

James Fleck ’49, renowned Canadian M inister’s Advisory Council for Arts and national business association dedicated businessman and philanthropist, received Culture, and has acted as chair or president to increasing partnerships between busi- the International Angel Award from the of half a dozen other organizations, as well ness and the arts. Hal was recognized for International Society for the Performing as donating extensively to arts institutions his foundation’s contributions, which have Arts. The Angel Award is given for an out- and projects across Canada. totaled in excess of $12-million, to more standing and lasting contribution to the than 200 arts and education organizations. performing arts that has transcended the Hal Jackman ’50 was named winner of the boundaries of one country or institution. Edmund C. Bovey Award for his outstand- G eorge Fierheller ’51 has published Talk James currently serves as chairman of ing, long-term support of the arts. The of Toronto – Growing Up in a Growing City: both Business for the Arts and the Ontario award is given by Business for the Arts, a The 30s, 40s & 50s (Stewart Publishing & Printing, 2008), a book of reminiscences about growing from a boy to a man during 1931 times of huge social change. 2009 J.r Eric Fo d D avid Brillinger ’55 received a Doctor Dedicated service to his profession, community, and church. of Science honoris causa at the 2008 Fall Convocation of McMaster University. One of his presenters was fellow UTS alum Peter fter a lengthy illness, J. Eric Letters Club. Eric had strong commit- George ’58, President and Vice-Chancellor Ford passed away peacefully ments to community service and sat on of McMaster. A on January 15, 2009. Eric many boards as chairman – including graduated from UTS in 1948, and Delcrest Children’s Centre, Crescent I n January 2009, Peter George ’58 was went on to study at Trinity College, School, the Children Services Review invested as a Member of the Order of Uof T. He enjoyed a long and success- Board and the Canadian Music Centre Ontario. This honour recognizes his role as ful career as a Chartered Accountant – as well as participating in fundrais- McMaster University’s President and Vice- with Clarkson Gordon (now Ernst ing efforts for many charities. He also Chancellor, as well as his contributions to post-secondary education and the com- & Young); later in his career, he served as Chancellor of Thornloe munity as an economist and author. joined the Sherwood Group (Foster College in Sudbury. Advertising). For his outstanding Eric had a keen sense of the T erence Keenleyside ’58 recently career achievements, as well as out- political landscape in Canada and published Missing the Bus, Making the standing service to the community served many years in various advi- Connection, a collection of travel stories and the profession, Eric was recog- sory roles with the Progressive and related recipes dealing with universal nized by the Institute of Chartered Conservative Parties of Canada and travel experiences and the small, unex- Accountants of Ontario as a Fellow of Ontario, most notably as a personal pected moments that are often the the Institute (FCA). advisor to Robert Stanfield. He was highlight of a trip. Eric will be remembered for his also a member of the Granite Club With humour and service as a member of the choir and and the Albany Club, for which he insight, Terence warden at St. Clement’s Church, as served the board as member and explores, in a well as his service to the Treasury president over many years. In retire- personal way, Board of the Diocese of Toronto. A ment, he became involved with the essential lover of music and the arts throughout Living and Learning in Retirement at character and cui- his life, Eric was an accomplished Glendon College (York University). sine of some 20 countries, pairing amateur pianist, he sang in choirs and He is survived by his wife recipes with tales other ensembles from his Trinity days Eleanor (Ashforth), his children of his travels. on, and he enjoyed many years in the Brian, David, and Gail, and his step- cast of the spring review of the Arts & children Nancy, Jane, and Barbara. A lan Ruffman ’59, honorary research asso- ciate at the Department of Earth Sciences

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 23 1937 JH O N C. SPRAGGE 2008 A consummate communicator, engaging storyteller, and an excellent listener.

ohn Spragge, Class of 1954, first March of Dimes, playing Santa John will be fondly remembered passed away after a long battle for the Rotary Club, working on resto- as an entertainer among his family and J with cancer on December 18, ration projects for summer camps ded- friends, and notably for his more than 2008. He spent his professional life icated to children with special needs, 25 years of weekly News Updates at in broadcasting and communications. and building homes with Habitat for the Rotary Club of Toronto. In 1985, His first full-time job (1958-68) was Humanity, to name just a few. John was given Rotary’s highest hon- as one of the first Rock & Roll disc Dave Trafford, host of the CFRB our, a Paul Harris Fellowship, as well jockeys on 1050 CHUM. After a few 1010 Noon show, remembers John as as a William Peace Award. In 2008, years with the Radio Sales Bureau being “Straightforward and realistic, the Rotary Club awarded John a sec- and Standard Broadcast Sales, he but not without a sense of humour ond Paul Harris Fellowship – only the spent 13 years as Program Director and a quick smile to put some ballast second time in the club’s 96-year his- of 1010 CFRB. John completed in the keel. And that was the magic of tory for this to occur. his broadcasting career at CFCA, John Spragge – no matter the format, After he retired, John spent a CKKW, and CKCO TV. no matter the audience, no matter the number of years travelling the world, John wrapped up his working situation, John was the consummate enjoying the activities he loved most, life as a public speaker and consul- communicator. Sure, he understood and spending time with the people tant – addressing meetings, confer- how to tell a great story and engage dearest to him. Partner and best ences, and conventions across Canada. his listener, but, most important, John friend to Beverley for more than 50 Throughout his career, John always knew how to make others around him years, John was the proud father of found the time to use his talents to more engaging because he was, first Suzanne and David, and grandfather help those in need: walking in the very and foremost, an excellent listener.” to Daniel, Matthew, and Lara.

of Dalhousie University, is performing of coastal sediment; they will also be doing tsunami warning systems and evacuation collaborative research with the University an in-depth study of the history of tsu- procedures for future events. of Madras in Chennai, India. He and his namis in the Bay of Bengal. This research research team are working on forecasting and tsunami forecasting ability will lay D avid Rounthwaite ’65 joined the tsunami threats by studying the patterns the foundation for the implementation of Business and Securities Law Group of Miller Thomson LLP as a Toronto partner in Roy Frankel ’44 January 21, 2009 January 2009.

John Gartshore ’44 September 13, 2008 Peter Allemang, T im Birnie, John Denham, I nMemoriam Charles C. Bigelow ’46 November 29, 2008 S teve Marshall, Mark Noskiewicz, and I an Stock, all Class of 1977, won the Stocker Dr. Clayton C. Rose ’46 September 16, 2008 Condolences are extended to Cup, in a Ryder Cup format golf tournament, the families of these alumni J. Eric Ford ’48 January 15, 2009 against a group of University of Western Ontario alumni. They have played this annual Donald F. Fawcett ’50 March 7, 2009 who passed away recently. tournament for eight years on courses George W. Glass ’50 June 25, 2005 around southern Ontario and the southern John A. Dickinson ‘30 September 24, 2008 David S. Williams ‘50 November 7, 2007 U.S. This year’s tournament was in Pinehurst, North Carolina: UTS won in the fourth game. Robert W. Davies ’36 January 20, 2009 Donald A. Smith ’52 February 8, 2009 N. Brock McElheran ’36 September 23, 2008 Donald A. Stewart ’52 February 8, 2009 John D. McLean ’38 November 14, 2008 Andrew T. C. Griffith ‘54 November 26, 2008 John A. A. Morrison ’41 December 18, 2008 John C. Spragge ’54 December 18, 2008 George Shaw ’42 August 18, 2008 Donald J. Ogner ’60 May 30, 2004 Dr. Cameron G. Hill ’43 August 23, 2008 Douglas B. Dodds ’74 September 14, 2008 John A. Sarjeant ’43 February 6, 2009 Christopher C. Shaw ’80 October 17, 2008

24 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 ust Aln um i NeAlumniw Nesws E ric Kert ’80 was promoted to executive tors of NBC’s Lipstick Jungle; they are now Film Festival (TIFF) cultural Notesvice-president, on Business the andinteresting Legal Affairs livesdeveloping and a series outstanding for iTunes. achievements buildingof our project. alumni. Noah of Global Touring and Artist Nation, at Live has a 25-year history with Nation, the world’s largest live music com- S arah Kramer ’82 was appointed TIFF; most recently, he was pany. Eric, who was previously senior vice- president and chief executive officer of the co-director of president of Business and Legal Affairs for eHealth Ontario, a new provincial agency TIFF from 2004 until Global Touring, now adds the Artist Nation mandated to deliver clear, measurable, January 2008. In that role, division to his portfolio. Eric has 18 years of transparent results in improved patient Noah was responsible for the creation music-industry experience. care and safety by harnessing innovation of the Vanguard, Future Projections and and technology. Mediations programs. R ick Marin ’80 and his wife, Ilene Rosenzweig, have moved to Los Angeles N oah Cowan ’85 was named the artis- G rant Lum ’85 is proud to announce the to pursue television and film writing. Most tic director of Bell Lightbox, the much opening of Athletic Edge Sports Medicine, recently, they were executive story edi- anticipated new Toronto International a multidisciplinary sports medicine and

1932 Doa n ld f. Fawcett 2009 A star athlete, teacher and coach, Don had an uncanny ability to bring out the best in people.

onald Franklin Fawcett, UTS football until 1977. During my Throughout his life, he demon- Class of 1950, passed away time as Principal in the ’90s, he came strated numerous qualities that estab- D on March 7, 2009 at 77 back to coach basketball and tennis. lished him as an exemplary individu- years of age. As a student, he was His players will always remember him al, including intelligence, athleticism, known for his competitive with tremendous fondness sportsmanship, infectious enthusiasm, drive, will to succeed and and admiration. He believed humanity in dealing with others, high friendly personality. As a in every one of his players, personal standards and, above all, a teacher, as well as coach of and certainly got the most constant fortitude that allowed him to many teams, he inspired out of everyone. A most overcome obstacles and challenges. many students to achieve at, remarkable figure in UTS He leaves behind his children – or beyond, levels of which history – and probably its Taylor, Leesa, and Dana – and grand- they thought themselves capable. best coach.” sons Joshua Fawcett Weiner, Eli and After earning degrees from Don’s success as a coach came in Jeremiah Bach, and Jonah and Shaw the University of Toronto and part from his success as an athlete. White. the University of California, Don During his long and illustrious ath- The Fawcett family has asked returned to UTS to teach mathemat- letic career as a student, he frequently that all donations be directed to ics and physical education – and to made newspaper headlines and won The Don Fawcett Award at UTS, coach championship football and bas- numerous awards for basketball, track which was established in 1988 by the ketball teams. In the early ’70s, he left and field, football, and squash. Don Class of 1962. This award is given to UTS for Uof T’s Faculty of Education, was inducted into the Uof T Hall of a first- or second-year student who but continued to coach UTS athletes Fame in 1996 as a Sport Builder. exemplifies many of the qualities for another three decades. Don was a mentor to countless that Don himself incorporated into According to former UTS people during his life – particularly his life, and who has attempted to Principal Al Fleming ’54, “During to students and colleagues at UTS, achieve significant goals in at least his time at UTS, Don coached foot- the Red Cross, the squash community three of the following areas: ball, basketball, hockey, and track and the Faculty of Education. He had academic studies, music, art, literary and field. While at the Faculty of an uncanny ability to bring out the activities, athletics, citizenship, Education, he continued to coach best in people. and leadership.

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 25 1928 Chls ar e Cross Bigelow 2008 A keen interest in science, politics, and environmental issues.

harles (Charlie) Bigelow ing as a professor of biochemistry at of University Teachers (CAUT). He of Victoria passed away the University of Western Ontario. was also president of the Nova Scotia C on November 25, 2008 of He was head of biochemistry at NDP (1978-1979) and the Manitoba complications following a fall and Memorial University in St. John’s, NDP (1982-1984). subsequent surgery. A UTS graduate, Newfoundland (1974-1977), Dean Charlie’s political awareness and Class of 1946, Charlie went to the of Science at St. Mary’s University scientific background naturally led Royal Military College in Kingston in Halifax, Nova Scotia (1977-1979), him to environmental education. He as a member of the Class of the First and from 1979 to 1989, he held the was very early in his identification of 100 (2835), receiving a diploma in position he loved the most: Dean global warming as a real and serious chemical engineering in 1952. He of Science at the University of problem and, as the self-declared also received a B.A.Sc. in chemical Manitoba. local expert on the hole in the ozone, engineering from Uof T, as well as an On stepping down from the he was often invited speak before M.Sc. in 1955 and a Ph.D. (in physi- deanship a year before the end of groups of teachers and other inter- cal chemistry) in 1957, both from his term – “Always leave before they ested parties. McMaster University. want you to” – he was named a senior He loved the challenge of a good After completing grad school, scholar and Dean Emeritus of the crossword puzzle, and he became a he worked in the field of protein university, and later became Provost legend the day he declared that the chemistry at a number of impor- of University College at the Uof M. answer to “13 Across” was “rodo- tant institutions – including the Throughout his administrative career, montade”. Charlie and Elizabeth Carlsberg Laboratory in Copenhagen he remained an active researcher travelled extensively, most recently and The Sloane-Kettering Institute and influential teacher. Charlie was to San Francisco to be in the United in New York. Charlie started his politically involved both in and out of States for the historic Obama election. teaching career at the University of universities. In 1972, he was elected He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Alberta, then spent a decade work- president of the Canadian Association (Sellick), and children David and Ann.

executive health facility in Toronto’s finan- Jessica Lee Ware Huff ’95 received her Gormley (guitar and vocals), and Andrew cial district. Grant also blogs for “Your Ph.D. from Rutgers University in June 2008. Neill (bass and vocals). For upcoming show Health”, CTV.ca’s heath blog, at http:// She began a National Science Foundation information, visit www.myspace.com/ healthblog.ctv.ca/healthblog. Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at the daylightfordeadeyesmusic. American Museum of Natural History in John Caldwell ’87 and his wife Susan are New York City, where her husband Jeremy delighted to announce the arrival of their works. In November 2008, Jessica was beautiful baby Katherine, born on October honoured at the national meeting of the 22, 2008. Their other daughter, Amelia, is Entomological Society of America, winning slowly getting accustomed to her new role both the Comstock Award for outstanding as a big sister for little Katie. graduate student achievement and the Snodgrass Memorial Award for outstand- Kirsten Fertuck ’94 and C hris Payton ’94 ing doctoral thesis focused on the subject are delighted to announce the birth of of evolution or morphology. Jessica and their baby boy, James Alexander, on April Jeremy are also happy to share the news 8, 2008. of the birth of their second daughter, Zora, in July 2008. James Cowan ’94 and his wife Mary were thrilled to welcome their daughter, A ndrew Neill ’97’s band, Daylight for T egan Shohet ’97, a career lawyer, made Madeline Grace Vallis Cowan, into the Deadeyes, performed a concert at UTS to her directorial debut with the play Someone world on September 8, 2008. a thrilled student and staff audience in Who’ll Watch Over Me at the Berkley Street December 2008. Formed in 2003, Daylight Theatre Upstairs in December 2008. Her V iktor Pregel ’94 and his wife Katherine for Deadeyes is a melodic, hard-hitting legal experience includes working with welcomed their baby boy, Alexander rock & roll three-piece band featuring Chris the lead Prosecutor at the International Thomas, in September 2008. Gormley (drums and lead vocals), Matt Criminal Court in the Hague; on the

26 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 ust Aln um i NeAlumniw Nesws theatrical side, she has trained with the NotesRoyal Academy on of the Dramatic interesting Art as well as lives and outstanding achievements of our alumni. 1964 Soulpepper Theatre. 2008 A lex Eddington ’98 was selected for the Chri s C. Shaw Urjo Kareda Residency at Tarragon Theatre Math and computer prodigy remembered for his sense of humour, for its 2008-09 season. The much coveted residency is awarded to emerging theatre his extraordinary mind, and his dedication to friends and family. artists in Toronto. Alex will be shadowing composers and sound designers on several hristopher Charles Shaw, in about ten seconds, though it made theatre productions, as well as writing a Class of 1980, succumbed to you dizzy to watch. That sequence is new play about zoo elephants. C impossible medical challeng- based on the Gray binary code, which es on October 17, 2008. His brilliance has proven to be very useful to me V allabh Muralikrishnan ’00 published his first paper – entitled “Optimization with computer software sys- professionally. Every time I by Simulated Annealing” – in the June/ tems, beginning at age 12, use it, I think of Chris and July issue of the Global Association of was the focal interest in his The Brain.” Risk Professionals (GARP) Risk Review. working life, and his thirst for Chris had a lifelong love In November 2008, he also spoke on knowledge and information in for these kinds of puzzles. In Portfolio Optimization at the International his leisure time brought him fact, he could look at the sta- Association of Credit Portfolio Managers a large circle of people whose tus of any Rubik’s cube and conference. lives he touched in many ways. then complete it blindfolded or behind C hristopher Kim ’02 has completed the Chris’s remarkable talents began his back in seconds; he often enter- two-year investment banking analyst pro- to show at the age of two: he learned tained children with tricks like this. gram at Goldman Sachs and has moved the alphabet in two days, followed Chris accepted the Rene to San Francisco to work for tech private by phonics in a week, and was read- Descartes scholarship award from equity firm Francisco Partners. ing by age three. At age six, he could University of Waterloo; after two multiply up to eight-digit numbers in years, he left university to earn a liv- A fter graduating from Queen’s University his head in a very short time, and had ing doing computer programming. He with a Bachelor of Computing with a sub- the distinction of beating a Grand travelled extensively while performing ject of specialization in Software Design, N ick Roberts ’05 will be moving to Seattle Master Chess champion. contract and consulting work, finally in August to begin a position at Microsoft Chris entered UTS at age ten. “settling down” at age 40 when he as a Program Manager in Windows Live He was a founding member of the met his life-partner, Shelley Camm. Search. UTS “Pi and Other Mathematical Shelley, who breeds and shows Corgi Constant Memorization Club”, which dogs, introduced him to a whole new A ndrew Chan ’08, required memorization of the first 50 world beyond that of the mind. Like UTS’ 2007-2008 Male decimal digits of Pi; always an over- all of Chris’s passions, his love for the Athlete of the Year, achiever, Chris went on to memorize Corgis was intense, and he dedicated is playing on the starting roster of the Pi to 3,000 digits. One of his close himself to the betterment of the University of Western friends, John Chew ’81, remembers breed, becoming a founding member Ontario’s Varsity that Chris “was always finding cool and vice president of the Ontario Men’s Soccer team in math ideas and toys, and pushing Cardigan Fanciers. his freshman year. us to do our very best to beat him.” All who knew him loved his dry One of these was “The Brain”: a sense of humour, his sparkle, his A lex Poutiainen ’08 was recently featured clear plastic cylindrical puzzle with extraordinary mind, and his dedica- on CBC News Vancouver in recognition eight black control rods. “In order to tion to his friends and family. Chris of his stop-motion video entitled “Rise and Fall of the Nazi Dinosaurs”, which has unlock it,” John recalls, “you had to is survived by his partner Shelley, his become a hit on YouTube. As a result of this be able to move the rods in a particu- sister Sarah Behan (nee Shaw) ’85, exposure, Alex has been invited to show his lar sequence of 128 moves – which and his parents, Michael and Brenda video at festivals being held in Barcelona, Chris had memorized and could do Shaw. London, and Sarajevo.

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 27 The class of 1948 F [ ront Row L-R]: John Bowden, Bruce Maclean (former staff), Norm Fox (former staff) S econd: Hugh Anson- Cartwright, Reg Perkin, Fergie Kyle, Meredith Coates, Keith Dalglish

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The class of 1968 F [ ront Row L-R]: Gordon Deska, Paul Thomson, John Hutchinson, John Collins, Wayne Jones, Paul Burke S econd: Matthew Dryer, John Booth, Bruce Gibson, William Barnett, Keiler Mackay T hird: Nick Holland, Stewart Wright, Jim Smith, Wayne Maddever

28 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 The class of 1973 F [ ront Row L-R]: John Bertram, Jeffrey Clayton, John Chidley-Hill, Dave Dodds, Nicol MacNicol, John Elford S econd: Jaak Reichmann, Bernie McGarva, Bob Hudyma, Don Moore, Ian Kent, Bill Wilkins

1 Ursula Hendel ’88 and Deanne Williams ’88

2 Peter Neilson ’71, and Bernie McGarva ’72

3 Chad Bark ’43, 2 and Derek Bate ’44

4 Chaim Bell ’88 and Greg Payne ’88

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The class of 1978 F [ ront Row L-R]: John Robson, Penny Harbin, Laurie Graham, Stephanie Kimmerer, Peeter Reichman, Iva Vranic, Susan Dance, Deborah Berlyne, Seana Evans-Renaud, Christine Crowell S econd: Shelley Tepperman, Irene Cybulsky, Ann Pennington, Laurie McLean, Kay Giggie, Allison MacDuffee, Timothy Sellers, Kenneth Kirsh, Ann Louise Vehovec, Victor Nishi, David Allan, John Wilkinson T hird: Daniel Gordon, Timothy Evans, Donald Redelmeier, Douglas Rankin, Rodney Northey, John Rose, Susan Reece-Eidlitz, John Visosky, Audrey Marton, Susan Lawson, Monica Biringe spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 29 The class of 1983 F [ ront Row L-R]: Kathryn Jones, Robin Bloomfield, Elizabeth Turner, Heidi Ragsdale, Beatrice Upenieks, Liz Stefan, Jill Strapp S econd: Earl Stuart, Neill May, John Hass, Christopher Bogart, Raina Feldman, Andrew Tremayne, Rafe Angell, Sam Barkin

1 Jim Mills ’58, David Haldenby ’53, Martin Gammack ’53

2 Anne Han ’98 and Eric Tang ’98

3 Irene Cybulsky ’78 and Susan Reece- 2 Eidlitz ’78

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The class of 1988 F [ ront Row L-R]: Greg McDonald, Rubina Khan, Vanessa Yolles, Kristina Bates, Sujit Choudhry, Anthony Foss, Angie Chan S econd: Olaf Weckesser, Deanne Williams, Sue Rauth, Cynthia Hawkins, Sarah Gordon, Ursula Hendel, James Chang T hird: Chaim Bell, Peter Furnish, Lenny Karmiol, Carmen Diges, Greg Payne, Cecilia Sun, David McMillen, Jennifer Andersen 30 the root : the uts alumni magazine | spring 2009 Koppe, Hilary Jacob The class of 1998 F [ ront Row L-R]: Sabastian Kun, Brian Yung, Mark Callan, Stephanie Ma, Elizabeth Ben-Ishai, Ramesh Dharan, Eric Barnhorst, Clarence Cheng S econd: Zachary Dubinsky, Anne Han, Siobhan Anderson, Lessa Nosko, Lauren Bialystok, Brian Li, Eric Tang, Victor Rehorst, Nicole Pivnick, Michelle Cohen, Peter Psiachos, Joyce Poon T hird: Linus Yung, Alex Eddington, Danny Kastner, Eli Fidler, Chetan Raina, Ian Speers, Monica Lavers, Norman Farb

4 Three UTSAA 4 presidents: Nick Smith ’63, Peter Frost ’64 and George Crawford ’72

5 Mark Walker ’07, Doug Peter ’58 and 5 Bob Lord ’58

6 Eli Fidler ’98, Mary Collins, Alex Eddington ’98, Clarence Cheng ’98 and Chetan Raina ’98

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The class of 2003 F [ ront Row L-R]: Imola Major, Arielle Cheifetz S econd: Jeremy Opolsky, Carol King, Michelle Chan, Elsie Lo, Kevin Bao T hird: Emily Ross, Jonathan Lung, Gordon Wong, Yvonne Chang

spring 2009 | the uts alumni magazine : the root 31 L ooking Back

Celebrate 100s Year -10! From the of UTS in 2009 Ar s chive :

TO P The UTS Senior Hockey Team (1918-1919) trounced the Regina Pats 14-3 and 15-5 to win the inaugural Memorial Cup. Bill Finlay, sports editor of the Winnipeg Free Press at the time, wrote that: “UTS’ nifty young machine cantered through their opponents in such a commanding style... to outclass them from stem to stern.” right In 1977, a group of Level Two (Grade 10) students engage in “Car Stuffing” – the object of which was to see how many students could fit in a small car. The vehicle of choice for this “sport” was an old VW bug, like the one pictured here.