Relationship builder, long-time leader to be honoured by 91制片厂 at fall convocation
October 2, 2024
91制片厂 is recognizing a long-serving leader and champion of post-secondary education at its fall convocation and commencement ceremonies this weekend.Allan Coyle, the former Associate Vice President, External and Strategic Initiatives, worked at 91制片厂 for nearly 23 years between 1998 and 2021, and in honour of his contributions, will be receiving the College鈥檚 Distinguished Service Award.鈥淎llan Coyle was instrumental in establishing the strong and well-respected reputation of 91制片厂 that continues to exist today,鈥 s...
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OpEd: Now is not the time to discourage students from choosing public colleges
October 2, 2024
By Colin Ewart - President, BC CollegesLast week, the federal government announced further restrictions on international students. And once again, colleges are taking the hit 鈥 framed as the least valuable post-secondary option.It is a damaging characterization when communities across British Columbia are starved for skilled professionals in all sectors.B.C.鈥檚 colleges prepare graduates for careers building homes, working in hospitals and long-term care facilities, growing businesses and developing new technologies. They have jobs i...
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Explore 91制片厂 and apply for free this October
October 1, 2024
It鈥檚 a win-win this October with Free Application Nights at all four campuses of 91制片厂 (91制片厂). Future students can check out an 91制片厂 campus, explore programs, and apply for free 鈥 all in one visit. As a bonus, attendees can enter the draw to win a $500 tuition voucher. It鈥檚 the perfect opportunity to take the next step toward a quality education and an enriching student experience at 91制片厂.鈥淲e are excited to introduce Free Application Night in support of future students as they take the next steps toward their academic and caree...
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91制片厂 and Okanagan Indian Band Raise Flag and Celebrate Naming Ceremony at Vernon Campus
September 26, 2024
Visitors to 91制片厂鈥檚 Vernon campus will notice the OKIB flag flying proudly in the sky.In a historic and meaningful ceremony at 91制片厂鈥檚 Vernon campus, members of the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB), students, staff, and local community members came together to raise the OKIB flag. The event also marked a special occasion鈥攖he official name-giving ceremony for the newly constructed student housing building on the Vernon campus, which will serve as a welcoming space for learners from across the region.After thoughtful ...
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Honouring Tradition: Rhea Dupuis Reflects on 91制片厂's 15th Annual Youth Exhibition Powwow
September 20, 2024
A celebration of culture, resilience, and community that continues to inspire future generations.Since joining 91制片厂 as Director of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation two years ago, Rhea Dupuis has been a dedicated advocate for strengthening ties between the College and Indigenous communities. A member of the Penticton Indian Band, Dupuis plays a key role in promoting access to education for Indigenous learners while supporting the College鈥檚 commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.One of the events that holds particul...
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Local endurance athlete and 91制片厂 grad shares insights on sport as keynote speaker at alumni AGM
September 10, 2024
91制片厂 Alumni Association kick-off new season with a $25,000 gift to new Recreation and Wellness Centre, encourage all alumni to pledge supportKELOWNA - For ultra-athlete Nick Pelletier, whose adventures have included everything from jumping through the sky to swimming for almost three days straight, if there鈥檚 one thing that鈥檚 shaped his life 鈥 it鈥檚 the power of sport.Pelletier, who studied Business and Marketing at 91制片厂 from 2016-2019, will be sharing his personal story about the impact of sports for him at the upcoming 91制片厂...
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91制片厂 professor Corinna Chong nominated for prestigious Giller Prize
September 6, 2024
The title of her latest book may be Bad Land, but there鈥檚 nothing bad about 91制片厂 professor Corinna Chong鈥檚 latest achievement. Her novel has been longlisted for the Giller Prize, the prestigious Canadian literary award that celebrates the best in Canadian fiction across long formats and short stories. Chong, who teaches English, Creative Writing, and Fine Arts in the College鈥檚 Writing and Publishing Diploma Program, is no stranger to national literary acclaim. In 2021, she won the CBC Short Story Prize for her piec...
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Welcome students: Excitement is high at 91制片厂
September 5, 2024
A message from 91制片厂 President, Dr. Neil Fassina:I can鈥檛 help but to feel excited this week.At each of our campuses in Salmon Arm, Vernon, Kelowna and Penticton, students are back 鈥 several thousand returning to complete their programs 鈥 and more than 3,500 beginning something new.To each one, I extend a sincere welcome and say, with enthusiasm: Congratulations!Today, the demand by employers for college-educated graduates is at an all-time high. More than 50 per cent of jobs now and for the next decade will require learni...
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Madison Padgett: Thriving in 91制片厂's School of Business
September 3, 2024
91制片厂 student Madison Padgett knows full well the reason her and her business school colleagues work so hard to attend and compete at business competitions as part of their 91制片厂 education.As Madison works towards her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a specialization in Marketing and a concentration in Communications, her journey at 91制片厂 is nothing short of inspiring.Madison chose 91制片厂 for her post-secondary education because it stood out as one of the highest-rated business schools in Western Canada....
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91制片厂 welcomes new Associate Director of Data, Analytics & Reporting
August 26, 2024
91制片厂 is pleased to welcome Sai Manda as the new Associate Director of Data, Analytics & Reporting.Sai has joined the new Data Analytics team, formerly known as Institutional Research, and is a passionate leader in data and a seasoned Business Intelligence professional. He holds a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Sastra University. He also has a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Subsea Engineering and Energy Trading, both from the University of Houston where he discovered his love for ...
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