HOSTED BY

ROBERT KIRWAN

LIVE ON

MONDAY NIGHTS

6:00 TO 8:00 P.M.

CKLU 96.7 FM

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Each week I will be interviewing special guests from the community who have been successful in their respective careers. 

During the two hour show we will discuss a wide variety of topics and issues that are designed to give listeners some insight and food for thought on choices that they may be making with respect to their education and/or career goals. 

The show will be of interest to students, parents and teachers of all ages. All of our guests will be sharing some of the issues and challenges they faced as they pursued their education in preparation for employment in their chosen careers. They will also share some of the challenges they had to overcome as they moved from career to career during their life. Each show will be of interest to all listeners since my guests and I will spend a considerable amount of time discussing some of the transferable skills that young people must develop if they want to be successful in any career they choose.

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SOME OF THE GUESTS WHO HAVE APPEARED ON "THE LEARNING CLINIC"

Brandon and Katherine shared their comments on the importance of participating in sports and recreational activities while going to school. All three, including Robert Kirwan pointed out that success in an area of interest outside the classroom transfers into academic studies in virtually all cases. Students feel good about themselves, develop positive self-esteem and are confident about taking on new challenges whether on the field or in the classroom.

On Monday, February 4, 2008, Dr. Nancy Rebellato, Doctor of Naturopathic medicine and Clinic Director of Rebellato Health Centre in Sudbury, appeared as Robert Kirwan's special guest on THE LEARNING CLINIC INSIDE EDUCATION. 

Dr. Rebellato explained that “Naturopathic Medicine is a complete and coordinated approach to medicine that combines medical sciences with traditional healing wisdom.” She went on to state that the basic principles of naturopathic medicine are founded on the belief that you must find and treat the cause of the problem and not merely focus on treating the symptoms. You must above all else do no harm to the patient, but in finding the root cause of the problem you should treat the whole person, including his/her mental, emotional, spiritual and energetic elements.  She also pointed out that the body has an amazing ability to heal itself naturally, so it is important to use common sense medicine when helping a patient.

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Linda Fontaine is the Public Education/First Link Coordinator with the Sudbury-Manitoulin Alzheimer Society.  She was the special guest on Inside Education on February 11, 2008 .

Linda provided listeners with some very important background information about Alzheimer Disease and gave us a good explanation of the typical symptoms that are exhibited by people in various stages of this disease. She explained that alzheimer’s disease is something that attacks the brain in such a way that people tend to lose control over their ability to control their emotions and also to recall information. Many of the people with Alzheimer’s disease act in ways that are completely out of context to their situation and often feel as if they are living in a different time than the one of which they are currently part.

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On Monday, February 18, 2008, Kim Donaldson, Program Director of the Advertising Course in the School of Business, Media and Creative Arts at Cambrian College, appeared as Robert Kirwan's special guest of the week on THE LEARNING CLINIC INSIDE EDUCATION.  

Kim spoke passionately about the world of advertising and marketing, indicating to all listeners that this would be one of the most exciting and satisfying careers they could ever imagine.

Kim Donaldson was born and raised in Sudbury and attended Lasalle Secondary School before eventually pursuing her diploma specializing in advertising at Cambrian. 

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Edward James Conroy took on his first case in 1954. Today, after a 54 year career, he is still considered one of Sudbury ’s most respected criminal and civil litigation lawyers as a partner in the firm of Conroy Trebb Scott Hurtubise LLB.

FOR THE COMPLETE STORY>>>>>

Gilles Lebeau, a life-long resident of Sudbury, has travelled a long and winding journey from the time he walked off the stage with a diploma from Ecole Secondaire Hanmer. Today he is Vice President of Finance and Operations of one of the area's most prominent mining sector businesses, the Mansour Group of Companies...

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One course on Engineering Entrepreneurship during his final year of study in the Mechanical Engineering Program at the University of Waterloo was enough to convince Mike Gribbons that he wanted to own a business. 

FOR THE COMPLETE STORY>>>>>

When Derek Newman graduated from Laurentian University with a Masters Degree in Human Development he sent out fifty job applications to prospective employers. He did his due diligence and followed up his letters with appropriate phone calls. Out of all of those applications, he ended up with two interviews, and found himself in a position as the Youth Program Coordinator with the Sudbury Action Centre for Youth.  

FOR THE COMPLETE STORY>>>>>

Jacques Tremblay took the long and winding road from graduation from Laurentian University in 1982 to his current role as Regional Director of Marketing & Communications for C.M.A. Ontario. Cathy Bailey, First Vice-Chair of the Society of Management Accountants for Ontario, is currently the Senior Manager in charge of Finance and Administration with the North East Community Care Access Centre in Sudbury.

FOR THE COMPLETE STORY>>>>>

Celina Cacciotti, (left) Manager of Alumni Relations for Cambrian College and her assistant, Tricia Valentim, were the special guests on the April 7, 2008 edition of “Inside Education”.

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Rob Brouillette, now the General Manager of City Welding, a company his father founded, has been involved in several careers along the way, and his best advice to young people is, "If you want something, go after it. Shy people starve. Be aggressive. Set your goals and go get them. You have nothing to lose by trying and asking."

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David Lickley was the special guest of The Learning Clinic on May 5, 2008. As the senior producer for Sudbury's Science North Imax Theatre, David has produced several films, including his masterpiece, "The Mysteries of The Great Lakes.

Grant Dinan, President of Dynamic Insurance Brokers, was the special guest of The Learning Clinic on May 26, 2008. He stated that a lot has changed n the insurance industry, but the qualities and traits that make some people more successful than others hasn't changed much. You still need to develop the key transferable skills, no matter what your field.

Joel Del Rosario, General Manager of Staples Business Depot, Notre Dame Ave. location, was the special guest on June 9, 2008. His message was that in order to be an effective leader in a big box retail chain like Staples, you must know every single job in the building. Furthermore, you must be willing to demonstrate your commitment by being on the floor and working alongside your team.

Debra Sampson, Coordinator of the Tourism and Travel Program at Cambrian College was the special guest on June 9, 2008. She provided a very exciting and passionate overview of the Tourism and Travel industry and identified some of the key characteristics that people need to be successful in this kind of career.

Dr. Lyne Giroux, Greater Sudbury's only full-time dermatolist, was the special guest on June 23, 2008. She provided a very exciting and passionate overview of what it takes to become a doctor in society today.

Andy Szanto, a member of Team Diabetes who is planning on running a marathon in Dubland Ireland in October 2008, and his 10 year old son,  Cole Szanto were the special guests of The Learning Clinic on July 14, 2008. 

FOR THE COMPLETE STORY>>>>>

VANESSA CHARETTE IS A UNIVERSITY STUDENT WHO IS SLOWLY TRYING TO DETERMINE HER GOALS IN LIFE

Vanessa Charette, a gifted student in high school, graduated from Confederation Secondary School ’s French Immersion program with a 98% average and is currently entering the second year of the Bachelor of Science in Behavioural Neuroscience program at Laurentian University. She appeared as the special guest on July 21, talking about her future and providing a lot of insight for young students following in her footsteps.

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PAULINE QUENNVILLE EXPLAINS HOW SHE PURSUED HER PASSION FOR WRITING 

Pauline Quennville, a self-published author, was the special guest on The Learning Clinic on August 4, 2008. She shared her story about how she came from the small Town of St. Charles to follow a career in Human Resources with CMHC. Today, she lives in Blind River and is pursuing her dream of becoming an author.

SONYA ARCAND PROVIDES INSIGHT INTO BOWEN THERAPY TREATMENT

Sonya Arcand, a Bowen Therapy Practitioner who operates a her clinic out of her residence in Hanmer, was the special guest on The Learning Clinic on August 18, 2008. She provided us with some excellent information about this wonderful alternative treatment that has produced amazing results in people of all ages. Her clinic is called 'A Matter of Health".

Monday, August 25, 2008 will be remembered as an historic day for Deborah Ann Frankel, General Manager of CKLU 96.7FM Radio which is broadcast from the studios at Laurentian University. Here she is shown with Richard Lloyd of Axsys Computers.

Deborah and Lloyd are giving a “thumbs up” to the first “streamed” broadcast which was sent out over the internet during the weekly Monday evening show, The Learning Clinic, which is hosted by Valley East’s Robert Kirwan every Monday at 6 p.m.. During that particular show Kirwan was doing a phone interview with Patrick Murphy, the person who is biking across Canada in the first annual Pedal Against Cancer tour.

Now that the station is “streaming” its signal through the internet, people all over the world will be able to “tune in” simply by going to the web site at www.cklu.ca and clicking on the Listen Live button along the side. Instead of using a radio, you can now listen to your favourite shows while you are working on your computer or lap top any where you have access to the internet.Hundreds of Laurentian University students and alumni live in Valley East , so this is a significant milestone for their school. There are also several people living in Valley East who are hosts of various programs on CKLU, which is known as Sudbury ’s Alternative Radio Station.

Susan Lecompte and Don Dupuis Jr. were the special "long-distance telephone" guests of The Learning Clinic on September 8, 2008. They told us about the new children's book they co-authored and helped provide listeners with insight into the world of writing. They conducted their interviews from Ottawa and Newmarket.

STEVE & LINE PRICE INTRODUCE LISTENERS TO GEOCACHING PHENOMENON

Steve and Line Price of Lively were the special guests on the show on September 15, 2008. They talked about their experiences as avid geocachers and gave people some insight into the nature of this wonderful recreational pursuit that is taking the world by storm. For more information you can go to the web site at:

www.geocaching.com

MELISSA MATHESON TALKS ABOUT SELF IMAGE OF YOUNG GIRLS AND THE IMPACT ON THEIR SCHOOL AND CAREER CHOICES

On Monday, September 22, 2008, Melissa Matheson, standing in the photo on the left, Executive Director of the Sudbury and Area Curves facilities appeared as the special guest of the week on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Ms. Matheson shared her thoughts about the importance of fitness in the development of a positive self image among girls and young women. 

LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATION OF MATURE AND PART-TIME STUDENTS PRESIDENT SPEAKS OUT

On Monday, September 29, 2008, Richard Paquette, President of the Laurentian University Association of Mature and Part-Time Students took time to visit as a special guest of  THE LEARNING CLINIC. He shared his thoughts about the benefits of pursuing a university degree on a part-time basis and provided some advice for listeners who are interested in taking this route to a degree.

A CAREER IN PUBLIC RELATIONS - NOT FOR PROFIT SECTOR AND OTHER OPTIONS

On Monday, October 6, 2008, Jana Schilkie (shown on the right), Community Development & Marketing intern, and Genevieve Poulin, Fundraising Assistant with the Arthritis Society, Ontario Division, were the special special guests of the week on THE LEARNING CLINIC. The young ladies shared their thoughts about a career in public relations, particularly in the Not-For-Profit sector.  

LIVING WITH CANCER AND FOLLOWING YOUR DREAMS

On Monday, October 13, 2008, Kevin Shanahan, a retired CN worker who now drives trucks and writes as a columnist with a local newspaper was the special Thanksgiving guest of the week on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Mr. Shanahan shared his story of courage and inspiration as he has learned how to deal with the challenges of living with cancer. 

FOREIGN STUDENTS COPING WITH CHANGE

On Monday, October 20, 2008, Julie Graff, a foreign student from France who is attending Laurentian University was the special guest of the week on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Julie shared her experiences as a foreign student, providing insight into the world of education from her vantage point. 

THE ROLE OF THE HIGH SCHOOL DUAL-CREDIT PROGRAM AND HOW IT IS HELPING MOTIVATE STUDENTS TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION

On Monday, October 27, 2008, Elizabeth Freelandt, Vice-President of Student Services & Strategic Initiatives with Cambrian College, and Keleen Shonfeldt, Student Success Coordinator of Cambrian College, appeared as special guests on THE LEARNING CLINIC. The ladies discussed the new dual-credit program that is now available to secondary school students at Cambrian College. 

ARTHRITIS SOCIETY PROVIDES EXCELLENT PLACE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO LAUNCH PUBLIC RELATIONS CAREER

On Monday, November 3, 2008, four people from the Arthritis Society of Ontario - Sudbury Branch appeared as special guests on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Shown in the photo, from the left, are: Dax Law (Dax is 14 years of age and is in Grade 9 at Lo-Ellen Park Secondary School . He was diagnosed at the age of 7 with a number of different arthritis conditions. He is the Local Arthritis Youth Ambassador); Jana Shilkie (Community Development and Marketing Intern); Mary-Lou Hussak (Manager of Regional Development for Northeastern Ontario); and Hugh Ferguson (Honourary Chair for the 2008 Arthritis Swim - Arthritis has been a part of Hugh’s life for the past number of years.  When he was 40 he became an active, competitive runner.  Within a few years, he was a serious competitive tri-athlete.  Because of arthritis, Hugh had to have a hip replacement eight years ago and had to give up his running.  Although he also suffer from arthritis in both shoulders, he has been able to continue swimming competitively.  Today, at the age of 71, Hugh leads a very active and rewarding life.  He even swims three times a week with the Laurentian Masters Swim Club in Greater Sudbury.  Hugh is a huge supporter of the 2008 Arthritis Swim and is here tonight to encourage everyone, no matter what your abilities, to participate.)

YOUNG LADIES DISCUSS THEIR DREAMS OF ENTERING THE TEACHING PROFESSION IN THE FUTURE

On Monday, November 10, 2008, Vivian Bourikos, on the left, and Lisa McGowan, appeared as special guests on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Vivian, who hails from Toronto,  is in her 3rd year of the Concurrent Education Program, majoring in History. She hopes to become a Junior / Intermediate teacher when she graduates. Lisa is from the Guelph area. She is in her 2nd year of the Concurrent Education Program, majoring in Psychology. Her aspirations are to work in the Primary / Junior division. Both shared their experiences while growing up in their respective communities and discusses some of the challenges facing students today.

COMMERCE STUDENTS EXPLAIN VENTURE PROJECT

On Monday, November 17, 2008, Courtney Conaty, Michelle Goneen, Melissa Kirkey, and Justin Sawicz appeared as special guests on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Missing from the photo is the fifth member of their group, Danielle Roy. They are all 2nd Year Commerce students with Laurentian University who are part of a group working on a special Venture Project. They shared their experiences in the Commerce program and talked about a wide variety of issues facing students today.

GREATER SUDBURY POLICE SERVICES PROFESSIONALS OFFER THEIR THOUGHTS & FEELINGS ON AIR

On Monday, November 24, 2008, Sgt. Valerie Tiplady, Barb Makela, and Cst. Victor Leroux, of the Greater Sudbury Police Services appeared as special guests on THE LEARNING CLINIC. Sgt. Tiplady is with the Criminal Investigations Branch and is the High Risk Offender Officer with the force. She is currently working on a special Victim Safety Project. Barb Makela is the Victim & Youth Referral Co-ordinator. Cst. Leroux is with the Rural Unit of the force. They shared their personal experiences and feelings about their career and explained their respective roles with the Greater Sudbury Police Services.

MARWA DIMASSI : CO-HOST

Marwa Demassi is a part-time student in the Liberal Arts program at Laurentian University. She plans on applying for Teachers' College once she completes her degree. She is also vice president of the Laurentian University Association of Mature and Part Time Students. Marwa will be the special co-host of The Learning Clinic during evenings when we only have a single guest or on shows when no guests are scheduled.

She is a remarkable young lady who comes from Owen Sound and lives in Sudbury year-round. Marwa is also a member of the Registry of Tutors with the Greater Sudbury Learning Clinic.