S-IMEW Alumni
Since its inception in 2007, 362 students have participated in S-IMEW. Participants have used the knowledge, experiences, and networking opportunities gained from S-IMEW to help them take on an array of diverse career paths.
Check out our S-IMEW Alumni: Where Are They Now? gallery to see how their
participants experiences helped shape their careers.
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Sarah Jackson-Brown
S-IMEW 2010
Laurentian University
Program Coordinator, MineralsEd
Program Coordinator, MineralsEd
The biggest impact that S-IMEW has made on my life and career are the long lasting connections and friendships I made with both industry professionals and colleagues during and after the course.
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Seamus Magnus
S-IMEW 2009
Lakehead University
Precambrian Geoscientist, Ontario Geological Survey
Precambrian Geoscientist, Ontario Geological Survey
The coolest thing that I gained from S-IMEW was the nation-wide community of peers that myself and the other participants instantly became a part of. I’ve bumped into students from my year and others at a variety of conventions, meetings and field trips over the last decade; even at non-geology related events like a curling tournament! It’s nice to know that wherever I am in Canada, a friend from my year isn’t far away. It’s often said that the social world of geology is small, which is true; S-IMEW was a great introduction to that community!
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Sean Freeborne
S-IMEW 2019
St Francis Xavier University
Project Geologist, Regional Exploration and Resource Development
Project Geologist, Regional Exploration and Resource Development
Sean Freeborne
St Francis Xavier University
Project Geologist, Regional Exploration and Resource Development
Project Geologist, Regional Exploration and Resource Development
My fondest memories of S-IMEW are the sense of belonging it gave me early in my career. As a student, S-IMEW helped demystify the mining and exploration industry by connecting classroom learning with real people, projects, and career paths. Through events, mentorship, and networking, it showed me what was possible in the geoscience industry and helped me build relationships that I still rely on today. More than anything, S-IMEW reinforced that there is a place for motivated students in this industry and that early support played a meaningful role in shaping my career and professional involvement.
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Sean Hillacre
S-IMEW 2015
University of Saskatchewan
President & VP Exploration, Standard Uranium Ltd.
President & VP Exploration, Standard Uranium Ltd.
Sean Hillacre
University of Saskatchewan
President & VP Exploration, Standard Uranium Ltd.
President & VP Exploration, Standard Uranium Ltd.
Attending S-IMEW was a transformative experience that bolstered my career as a professional geoscientist. Beyond the theoretical aspects, the hands-on experience gained during the workshop allowed me to refine my skills and apply them to real-world scenarios. Moreover, the lasting connections forged with industry experts and fellow attendees have proven invaluable, opening doors to collaborative opportunities, mentorship, and professional growth. S-IMEW not only enriched my expertise but also expanded my professional network, making it a milestone in my career journey as a geoscientist.
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Shilika Mathur
S-IMEW 2013
M.Sc. Economic Geology & Geochemistry, University of Toronto
Project Manager, ERM
Project Manager, ERM
Shilika Mathur
M.Sc. Economic Geology & Geochemistry, University of Toronto
Project Manager, ERM
Project Manager, ERM
S-IMEW has helped shape my career path by providing exposure to the mining industry and different types of jobs that are available. In addition, S-IMEW provided the opportunity to network with industry professionals, some of which who have turned into mentors.
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Siobhan Mcgoldrick
S-IMEW 2014
Dalhousie University
Senior Lab Instructor, University of Victoria
Senior Lab Instructor, University of Victoria
S-IMEW provided a wonderful overview of mining and mineral exploration. It was such an eye-opening trip that showcased the wide variety of geoscience disciplines and career paths in industry. Highlights for me were exploring volcanic rocks around Noranda with Harold Gibson, visiting the shatter cones in Sudbury, and getting hands-on experience with different types of geochemical sampling. I still draw upon topics we discussed at S-IMEW in my teaching today, and now have the privilege of nominating UVic students to attend S-IMEW!
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Svieda Ma
S-IMEW 2013
Dalhousie University
Precambrian Research Geologist, Saskatchewan Geological Survey
Precambrian Research Geologist, Saskatchewan Geological Survey
Svieda Ma
Dalhousie University
Precambrian Research Geologist, Saskatchewan Geological Survey
Precambrian Research Geologist, Saskatchewan Geological Survey
S-IMEW was a unique and treasured experience that broadened my knowledge of the multifaceted mineral exploration industry. I had little prior exposure to the applied fields of exploration and mining, so I felt fortunate to learn from enthusiastic industry and academic professionals. My fondest memories are of the many field trips and, of course, all the people! It was wonderful to meet fellow students from across Canada and to network with professionals. The S-IMEW experience motivated me to become a well-rounded geoscientist. I am grateful for this opportunity and for the dedicated organizers and volunteers who facilitated such a memorable workshop.
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Tara Harvey
S-IMEW 2013
University of Guelph
Co-Founder, CEO, blue marble learning scene
Co-Founder, CEO, blue marble learning scene
S-IMEW was one of those experiences that I think about annually. The hands on experiences and skills I gained have helped me to develop educational materials to inspire a passion for geology through my own business.