Alumni Timeline

Adrienne first developed her interest in broadcasting while at Huron, working with Western campus’ CHRW radio. After obtaining her MA in Journalism in 1991, Adrienne continued on in the industry to where she is now, working as a Senior Correspondent at CBC Television. For Canadians from coast to coast, Adrienne has given a face to significant events around the world, having been based in Toronto, London, Washington, and Jerusalem. She has helped us understand conflict in the Middle East and Libya; she has been our guide to human tragedies such as the south Asian tsunami; and she has celebrated with us at the success of Canada’s athletes at the Olympics.

News and Achievements

In 2015 Adrienne was part of an award winning news team which won an International Emmy Award for CBC’s extensive news coverage of the Ebola crisis. She has also won two Gemini Awards, was named the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association’s journalist of the year for 2005, and received our very own Huron Medal of Distinction. Congratulations Adrienne!

The Ven. Geoff Woodcroft began his lengthy and prestigious career in religious support and leadership during the completion of his M.Div at Huron. Over the past several decades, he has cultivated a broad and deep array of experiences as a priest, chaplain and incumbent with St. Paul’s Fort Garry.

News and Achievements

In June 2018, Geoff was elected coadjutor bishop of the Diocese of Rupert’s Land. In October, he was consecrated as Bishop.

While at Huron, Kathy was able to pursue her natural curiosity by studying English, Philosophy, and Psychology. After graduation Kathy continued her education by pursuing a Bachelor of Laws from Osgoode Hall Law School at York University.

News and Achievements

After a 15 year legal career at RBC and McMillan, Kathy took a break from law to write a novel. Six Minutes, her debut novel, was published by Burnstown Publishing in 2016. For more information or to purchase a copy, please go to www.kathyroberts.ca !

At the age of 19 Shafin Diamond Tejani launched his first company from a Huron University College dorm room – and ever since then his career as a philanthropist and entrepreneur has flourished. Shafin has since launched over 40 startups in 21 different countries, employing over 350 people and generating over $100 million in annual revenues through his venture, Victory Square Labs. Victory Square funds start-ups in the web, mobile, gaming and film spaces with a special focus on socially responsible companies, international start-ups and female founders.

News and Achievements

Since graduation, Shafin has launched more than 40 start-ups around the world and received numerous awards for his business achievements and work in the community, including the Prime Minister’s Volunteer Award, EY Technology Entrepreneur of the Year, Startup Canada Award for Entrepreneur Support, as well as the Canadian Angel Investor of the Year.

Throughout his time at Huron, Bryan was incredibly involved on campus, serving as the President of Huron’s Students’ Council, working as a Residence Don, and as a Grapevine Staff Writer. Bryan has continued to pursue his passion for the community through working in the fundraising industry as the Director of Advancement at Ridley College, and as the Senior Development Officer of the Mohawk College Foundation.

News and Achievements

In 2015 Bryan celebrated both the birth of his son, Alexander Thomas Rose, and his appointment as Executive Director of the Niagara Community Foundation! Alexander is a sibling for big sister, Brynn.