Inspiring Young Alumni: Catching up with Connor Emeny ’14
St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) is proud to feature Connor Emeny ’14, a dynamic young alumnus whose relentless pursuit of excellence has taken him across the globe—literally. From the yellow brick halls of St. Mike’s to completing an Iron-distance triathlon on all seven continents, Emeny has transformed discipline, resilience, and big dreams into a global platform as an athlete, author, and keynote speaker. Where are you in your career? Today, I’m a full-time keynote speaker, athlete, and author. My presentations focus on teamwork, leadership, and resilience—lessons drawn from my lived experience becoming the first person in the world to complete an Iron-distance triathlon on all seven continents. My journey is also the subject of an upcoming feature-length documentary, Chasing Antarctica, which captures the seemingly impossible quest to accomplish a world-first feat and the many roadblocks I overcame along the way. How would you describe your time at the school? I attended SMCS from Grade 7 through 12, graduating in 2014. During my time at the school, I immersed myself in co-curriculars and athletics, focusing primarily on hockey and cross country. I always felt surrounded by greatness. Sharing a gym class with Olympian Justyn Knight ’14 and playing hockey alongside NHL player Jake Evans ’14 set a powerful tone. The calibre of talent around me pushed me to elevate my own standards. The talent was top notch. That calibre of students encouraged me to be better. Supported by dedicated teachers and coaches, I built relationships that continue to this day—proof of the lasting brotherhood that defines the St. Michael’s experience. How have you been involved with SMCS since graduating? In 2024, I returned to SMCS to compete in the Archangel’s Den Alumni Entrepreneur Contest and took home first place. That win helped propel my expedition to Antarctica and accelerate production of Chasing Antarctica. How did SMCS prepare you for and propel you into
