Gord Lewis

Alumni of Distinction Award Recipient
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Alumni of Distinction

Gord Lewis

Award Category
Business
Award Year
Program of Study
Business - Marketing
Graduation Year

A Punk Pioneer. Philanthropist. Mentor. Family Man. Friend. Gord Lewis is many things to many people, but most important, he is the ultimate representative of the strengths and values embraced by the Mohawk community. Gord graduated from Mohawk College’s Marketing Program in 1977 and has had many achievements. Some of Gord’s accomplishments include being the founder, guitar player and lyricist of musical groups Teenage Head and Sons of the Hammer.

Lifelong learning has become an integral part to Gord’s professional development. Gord returned to Mohawk College and in 2002 became a graduate of the Music Certificate Program. Combined, these academic achievements are a tribute to Gord’s artistic depth and academic versatility.

Gord’s commitment to education has surpassed the student level, as he has utilized the skills developed through his Mohawk College experiences and currently uses his knowledge, skills and abilities to teach youth in a regular mentoring capacity. He is a true professional and demonstrates passion and professionalism in all that he chooses to pursue.

Perhaps the most prolific example of education playing a role in Gord’s life bleeds through the honesty and integrity of his song writing. As Radio Personality Lou Molinaro writes; “The older and wiser I became, the more I realized that Teenage Head and their music represented not only me but many like-minded individuals. Their art, as true as it will always be, inspired one to learn about themselves, as well as providing one the foundation of confidence about being yourself. It was very much parallel in acquiring the same goals from an educational institution.”

Gord’s contribution to his craft includes co-founding the Canadian Musicians Benevolent Fund supporting musicians in need. With a Certificate in Music Studies, obtained through Continuing Education, Mohawk College has provided Gord with a solid educational foundation that has allowed him to expand and strengthen as an artist and professional. Gord was able to combine strengths of creativity and vision coupled with a strong sense of business acumen to create and maintain a successful brand, which he still currently embodies. To this day, the skills acquired from Mohawk College are maximized on a regular basis, as he still plays professionally and owns and manages the day to day operations of his business.