 As
part of her visit to Peterborough, Silken Laumann will deliver inspirational
messages of courage and change to more than 1,200 students
The
Courage to Transform
Our Olympic Journey - Personal excellence in a changing world
Olympic medallist Silken Laumann will address more than 1,000 Trent University
students, staff and faculty members at a September 22 University-wide
event. From 2 - 3 p.m. in the Athletic Complex at Trent, Ms. Laumann will
explore the topic "The Courage To Transform," focusing on
the excitement and challenges of the changes students will experience
throughout their university years.
During Ms. Laumann's presentation, she will focus on the role of
a positive attitude in the students' lives: accepting challenges,
striving to achieve, and having a long-term vision and a short-term plan.
She will discuss developing strategies to overcome adversity, strategies
to help reduce the social and emotional issues students face, and to support
their own balance and wellbeing.
Prior to the September 22 event, Ms. Laumann will visit Trent's
School of Education and Professional Learning, where she will speak to
more than 200 teacher candidates and faculty members on "The Power
of Play: Teachers as Catalysts for Change". Ms. Laumann will discuss
her vision for The Silken Laumann Active Kid's Movement, a national
charity that will involve parents, teachers and communities in promoting
healthy, active kids. This event will take place at Peter Gzowski College
at Argyle in the gym at 9 a.m.
Biographical Sketch
Silken Laumann is one of Canada's most inspirational leaders.
In ten weeks she made the greatest comeback in Canadian Sports History,
becoming a symbol of spirit and hope to all Canadians. Since winning the
bronze medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Silken Laumann
has continued to act as an inspirational force, encouraging people to
dream big, live in the moment and embrace failure as a stepping stone
to future success.
Silken pursued a passion and maintained a resolute dedication to a goal
which offered no guarantee of financial gain. Silken's unique story of
broken bones and shredded muscles demonstrates her incredible perseverance
to achieve Olympic Glory and now she inspires thousands of Canadians every
day to continually strive for their dreams.
Silken Laumann is the National Spokesperson for Ronald McDonald Children's
Charities, The BC Women's Hospital Foundation, The Right to Play and host
of The Courage to Come Back Awards Gala.
Recent TV shows profiling Silken's achievements include "Flying On
Water", CBC's The Life & Times of Silken Laumann and The Olympians.
Silken appeared as a commentator during the Rowing World Championships
in St Catherines.
Due to space limitations, these events are not open to the general
public.
Posted September 15, 2004
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