Golden Key is excited to introduce Obriel T. Maposa, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Professional Development Award winners. Obriel earned his Bachelor’s in Marketing Management in 2017, his Honors Bcom in Marketing Management in 2019, and is working on his Master’s in Marketing at the […]
Have you joined Golden Key but still aren’t sure how to become involved? Then you’ve come to the right place. While many students join honor societies for the resume booster, we know that GK members are hard-working leaders eager to be involved in their community […]
Golden Key is pleased to introduce Denisha Labuschagne, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Professional Development Award winners. Denisha graduated from the University of Pretoria with a Bed FET in Human Movement Sciences and Sport Management in 2016.
“I am overwhelmed with gratitude to have been selected to receive the 2020 Professional Development Award,” Denisha says. “I am honoured to have my work recognized in this way by Golden Key. Many hours and dedication go into committing to a lifestyle that promotes lifelong learning, leadership, and service to others, and it means a great deal to me that the work that I am so passionate about also resonates with others.”
Denisha is very thankful to her husband for his unwavering support.
“I would like to thank my husband Louis for his love and support throughout all my endeavours and spur-of-the-moment ideas and many other planned and unplanned adventures,” Denisha mentions.
Among the people Denisha is thankful for is Golden Key.
“Lastly, thank you to Golden Key for providing abundant resources and opportunities along with ongoing motivation that inspires me to be the best version of myself every day,” Denisha comments. “I hope that this recognition can serve as an inspiration to others. I am humbled and appreciative.”
Thank you for being a part of the Golden Key family, Denisha; we wish you the best of luck in your endeavors!
Golden Key is excited to introduce Jessica Buman, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Humanitarian and Service Award winners. Jessica earned her Associate’s degree from Iowa Western Community College in 2017 and her Bachelor’s in Business Analytics and Information Systems with an International Business Certificate from […]
Golden Key is pleased to introduce Heidi Jones, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Professional Development Award winners. Heidi earned her B.A. in English Language and Literature from Brigham Young University in 2009, her M.A. in English Language and Literature from Weber State University in 2012, […]
Have you become a Golden Key member and aren’t sure how to use GK to your advantage? Well, we have an excellent way for you to get the most out of your membership! If you haven’t already, create an account through the Golden Key Academy website to access many unique learning and networking opportunities. The academy is free to all lifetime members, and non-members can subscribe to get access.
Here are five ways you can benefit from Golden Key Academy:
The GKA website offers a networking section where you can personalize your profile to include a profile and cover photo, a short bio and links to your other online profiles, such as LinkedIn. Once you’ve completed your profile, you can follow other GK members, interact on message boards, join groups and find Thought Leaders–Golden Key Alumni members who are viewed as experts in their field of study. In addition, the networking section allows you to connect with peers and see what your fellow members are up to.
The GKA site offers webinars hosted by our Thought Leaders on a wide variety of topics. Webinars are open to all GK members and GKA subscribers. In addition, you can sign up to attend Zoom webinars via the GKA site. If you miss or can’t make it to a webinar, never fear; you can watch it in the site’s video section.
The GKA site adds new articles from our Thought Leaders every Monday, Wednesday and Friday to keep content fresh and relevant. Articles range from how to be an effective communicator to using credit card debt to your advantage. With our wide variety of topics, there is always something new to learn! We encourage you to email us at thoughtleaders@goldenkey.org to know what kind of content you want to see.
The GKA site has downloaded e-books covering topics from Things I wish I’d known about money to The GKA guide: You got the job! What now?.
GKA offers many self-paced courses to build your foundation for professional development (FPD). You can register for classes in the following categories:
After choosing and completing a course, you can assess how much information you retained and improve your skills further.
Golden Key Academy offers many learning and networking opportunities. Golden Key is always looking for new ideas for articles, webinars, e-books, courses or other tips that members want to see. If there’s something you’d like to see on the GKA site, DM us on Instagram or email thoughtleaders@goldenkey.org.
Golden Key is thrilled to introduce Evans Kwaku Ampofo Yeboah, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Professional Development Award winners. Evans earned his Bachelor’s in Integrated Business Studies at the University for Development Studies in 2017 and is currently pursuing his M.A. in International Development at […]
Golden Key is overjoyed to introduce Megan Lee, Golden Key’s 2020 Johnson Insurance Award winner. Megan earned her Bachelor of Science in Physiology in 2020 from McGill University and is currently studying her Master’s of Science in Medical Microbiology and Immunology at the University of […]
Golden Key is delighted to introduce Stanley du Preez, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Graduate Scholar Award winners. Stanley earned an accelerated honours Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Science in 2016, and a Doctorate of Medicine in 2020 from Griffith University.
“Achieving the Graduate Scholar Award is a product of passion and purpose in life, the enduring encouragement of family and friends, and a generous dose of grit,” Stanley says. “This incredible honour from the Golden Key Society will greatly support my dreams of contributing to humanity through medicine and research.”
Stanley has a strong ambition and drive in all the work he does.
“I am an ambitious student motivated by a passion for personal growth, possessing a steadfast enthusiasm to contribute to the lives of others,” Stanley shares. “I’m an individual that actively seeks to provide exceptional human services and develop worthwhile connections with others.”
Stanley believes that his success has been influenced by his loved ones.
“I am exceptionally grateful to be chosen for this prestigious prize and extend my heartfelt thanks,” Stanley remarks. “Undoubtedly, I would not have achieved this award or be where I am today without my loved ones. Thank you so much for continuing to believe in me. This victory is as much yours as it is mine.”
Thank you for being a part of the Golden Key family, Stanley; we wish you the best of luck with your Doctorate!
Golden Key is excited to introduce Mayako Toki, one of Golden Key’s 2020 Professional Development Award winners. Mayako earned her Associate’s degree in Business Administration and Management from El Camino College in 2013, and her Bachelor’s in Accountancy from California State University Long-Beach in 2015. […]
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