Experience the Living Library 2016!
The LIVING Library is all about getting answers to your questions. How?
Not by doing internet research, or reading university catalogues, or by osmosis…but by interacting face-to-face with a former Rockway Student who has already experienced what you soon will.
What is a Living Library?
A Living Library is an event that creates an opportunity for individuals to “borrow” a human “book” to hear their story and to engage in a short conversation or discussion.
The structured yet informal “reader-book” interaction is a comfortable way to explore post-secondary education, career possibilities, and more through open dialogue.
When is the Living Library Event?
Our Living Library will be on Thursday, March 31st from 12:45 – 3:30 pm (period 4, 5, and after school) in the library. Students are encouraged to sign out a living “book” for a 15 minute timeslot. Sign-up for a timeslot by clicking on the “book now” button beside the person of your choice.
What could we ask about?
A living library is an “open book” experience. The list of questions one could ask is endless. You could ask about…
- a particular university, or about a particular program
- life in residence
- co op programs, OSAP
- travel, GAP year ideas
- <insert your own question here!>
Who will these living “books” be?
The guest “books” are recent graduates of Rockway who represent many different educational and career choices, unique journeys, viewpoints and personal interests. You will have the opportunity to “sign out” our guests for a 15 minute block of time.
Read below for a short bio of each guest – sign up by clicking the “book now” button.
Lucas Bauman, 2013
Lucas graduated from Rockway in 2013 and went to the University of Guelph: (Kemptville Campus) where he studied Agriculture & Heavy Equipment Technology for 2 years. The co-op option allowed Lucas to have paid work during the summers at ESM Farm Equipment in Wallenstein, Ontario as an Equipment Mechanic. That workplace connection proved to be a valuable one as he now works full-time at ESM where he specializes in Hay and Forage Equipment.
Alayne Gossen, 2011
After graduating from Rockway in 2011, Alayne completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from McMaster University. While achieving this goal, Alayne worked during the summers as a lifeguard, at Sleeman Breweries, then as a personal support worker in a nursing home. Before writing her Nurse’s Licensure Exam (NCLEX), she took some time to travel then, after passing the exam, Alayne is now volunteering and looking for work as a Registered Nurse.
Kaitlyn Gerber, 2012
It was in 2012 when Katie last walked the halls of Rockway as a student. After graduation, she spent a Gap Year as a day nanny for two families. She then enrolled in the Child, Youth and Family Studies Program at the University of Guelph and is enjoying it immensely. With still a year of study to go, Katie is planning to continue on with a Master of Social Work after graduation. She also holds the position of Youth Worker at Floradale Mennonite Church and treasures working alongside youth.
Kitty Yick, 2011
Kitty came to Rockway as an International Student in 2008 and graduated here in 2011. She went on to study at the the University of Waterloo to work towards her Bachelor of Science. Kitty will earn her Science degree this year.
Kitty is an avid volunteer at Grand River Hospital, KidsAbility, at Our Place – The Early Years Centre. When Kitty is not busy going to class, studying or volunteering, she enjoys cooking and Goju Ryu and Karate training.
Ryan Hebel, 2013
Ryan graduated from Rockway in 2013 and will graduate this year from Wilfrid Laurier University with a degree in History. It has not just been a case of “all work and no play” for Ryan at university as he has continued to explore his love of sports through involvement in intramurals. His summers have been spent working for the family’s landscaping company where Ryan’s natural entrepreneurial spirit has been nurtured.
While he doesn’t know what the future holds, Ryan is excited about the next steps of his life after university.
