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GenNext connects with young adults continued from p.16 event after working with a UWO employee for a school project last semester. While she gets invited to many networking functions, this one stood out for her because "You get face time with executives and you get to ask them questions," she said. "A lot of time, you have to mingle on your own and it can be intimidating approaching those people. If you know you're going to have a sit-down with them to ask the questions you want, it's more appealing to come to an event like that. It's valuable for you," said Warr. Fellow corporate communications student Lindsay Whelan said the most beneficial part of the evening was listening to the different perspectives of each person. "One executive I spoke with was very planoriented. The next person I spoke with said, `I didn't have a plan and that's OK.' It was nice for me to hear that sometimes plans work and sometimes they don't. It really depends on you as an individual," said Whelan. "There is always something to learn and this was a great opportunity. Every individual that was here wanted to be and I found a lot of great value in each of those conversations." UWO CEO Brad Park, a participant on Tuesday, said the gathering went "incredibly well, especially for a first-time event." "You never know how it's going to play out, but this worked out exceptionally well. I talked to all of the executives, all of the attendees and the feedback has been 100 per cent positive. I couldn't have asked for anything more," said Park, noting the possibility of a second networking event next year. The function drew 30 executives and 60 students/young professionals, raising $4,000 for UWO's 2014 campaign, which has been "very positive," Park said. "These are the future leaders of our communities. Whatever we can do to help navigate them through the system or get them engaged back in the community and meeting with the corporate leaders is a benefit to everyone." UWO's 2014 campaign will end with a celebratory event announcing the total funds raised on Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Oakville Conference Centre, 2515 Wyecroft Rd. The event runs 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets cost $40 each or $300 for a table of eight. For tickets or more information, visit www.uwoakville.org. 17 | Thursday, January 22, 2015 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insideHALTON.com oakville's NeW DisCoUNT sToRe BRaND NaMes aT loW PRiCes! CHeCk oUT THese BiG Deals! Bed sheets & comforters Heaters & Humidifiers Terrace Ford Lincoln would like to welcome Roland Stiller to the Sales Team. Roland invites all his past and present clients to come visit at his new location... 25% off 20% off 50% off 25% off BoGo shoes Winter attire Coats, hats, Buy 1 pair and get a second pair for scarves * *second pair is equal or lesser value Terrace Ford Lincoln 900 Walkers Line · 905.632.6252 www.terracefordlincoln.com Because family matters Let us take care of you Oakview Funeral Home has been serving the Oakville community for over 30 years. We are proud community supporters and will assist your family in creating a highly personalized service to suit your taste and budget. Oakview Funeral Home serves one family at a time and offers competitive prices and superior service. 15% oFF YoUR PURCHase 5111 New Street Appleby Village Discount applies to regular priced items. valid only with this coupon. expiry Jan. 25, 2015 Get your FREE Planning Kit! Call Dawn Spencer today: 905-842-2252 Look for us on Facebook Visit www.oakviewfuneral.ca for a virtual tour of our funeral home. by Arbor Memorial 56 Lakeshore Road, W., Oakville Arbor Memorial Inc. Oakview Funeral Home Family Owned. Proudly Canadian. 520 Kerr Street BIG-DEAL.ca Oakville 905-842-0221 519-333-DEAL (3325) Burlington Prices in effect until January 25, 2015 ­ or while quantities last. Like us on Facebook.com/ Big Deal Oakville BIG-DEAL.ca · f a s h i o n · e l e c t ro n i c s · h o m e d e c o r · t o y s & g a m e s · h e a l t h & b e a u t y · h o u s e w a re s · b e d d i n g & l i n e n s · household supplies · seasonal · luggage & bags