(L-R) Nichole Swan, Riley McGuire, Jordyn Lerner, Corey Malone and Raven Hart backstage at BON JOVI Because We Can – The Tour
In the spirit of Bon Jovi’s commitment to community, the band has opened up their 2013 tour production to local university students through the “Bon Jovi ‘Because We Can’ Community Service College Campaign.” Selected based on their exemplary volunteer efforts and community leadership skills, several students from the University of Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba will gain hands-on experience in different areas of tour production when the “BON JOVI Because We Can – The Tour” stops at MTS Centre on Friday, April 5.
Nicole Swan
The students that will take part in this rare and interactive opportunity are Riley McGuire, Jordyn Lerner, and Corey Malone from the University of Manitoba, and Raven Hart, Clarissa Chippeway, and Nichole Swan of the University of Winnipeg.
Speaking about the University of Manitoba students selected, Director of Student Life at U of M Brendan Hughes said, “Riley, Jordyn and Corey are exceptional graduate and undergraduate students who excel in the classroom and are also making valuable contributions to our community of learning, discovery and engagement. We are proud to offer an outstanding student experience at the University of Manitoba and recognize the achievement of young people who are already making a difference in their fields whether it be theatre, medicine or the arts. The University of Manitoba is grateful for this exciting opportunity.”
Speaking about University of Winnipeg student Raven Hart, U of W Senior Development Officer AnnaMaria Toppazzini said, “Raven has an amazing drive and will be successful at whatever she puts her heart to. She is a full-time student, single mom, and works part time. She exudes positive energy and her love of music and the industry is genuine. This Bon Jovi Tour experience is something she will cherish.”
Raven Hart
Commenting on Nichole Swan and Clarissa Chippeway of the University of Winnipeg, Model School Program Facilitator Gerri Zacharias said, “Clarrisa and Nichole are involved in their community of Lake Manitoba First Nation. Their determination to obtain a high school diploma, despite barriers, is inspiring. Both girls attend the University of Winnipeg Collegiate Model School on a full scholarship to complete their Mature Student Diploma.”
The students selected will work closely with Bon Jovi tour management & production teams to learn the ins and outs of what it takes to put together a major tour production; and the students will have the chance to see all the pieces come together as the band takes the stage for the show that night. For student interview opportunities, please contact the respective university representatives listed below.
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MEDIA CONTACT
For AEG Live/Bon Jovi Tour:
Eve Samuels, (818) 761-6100, esamuels@solters.com
For MTS Centre:
Kalen Qually, 204-926-5574, kqually@truenorth.mb.ca
Scott Brown, 204-926-5570, sbrown@truenorth.mb.ca
For University of Manitoba & Winnipeg:
Sean Moore, University of Manitoba, Communications Officer
204-474-7963, sean_moore@umanitoba.ca
Naniece Ibrahim, University of Winnipeg, Communications Officer
204-988-7130, n.ibrahim@uwinnipeg.ca
