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Tech centre gets a boost
By Joel DuPlessis
A recent $50,000 donation to the Transportation Technology Centre is one of many that allow automotive students to train in a facility that would be the envy of any gear-head.
Students on the road to success
By Marcus Callaghan
Twelve Algonquin students trained as college ambassadors will begin visiting regional high schools this month, in a government-funded mentorship program designed to inform teenagers about the benefits of post-secondary education.
Algonquin profs earn majority of nominations
By Kerrison Melcher
This year, as in the past five years, the Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation, with the partnership of nine educational institutions, will honour teachers in the capital area for their exemplary work.
Used books save students $1.3 million
By Julie Barney
Buying and selling used books through the First Class Bookstore has saved students over $1.3 million dollars in just over five years.
Greenfield-inspired exhibit opens at War Museum
By Amanda Saffioti
The son of a river pilot, a veteran conducting officer, a daughter who had a father in search and rescue all had something in common when they came to hear an Algonquin English professor talk about one of Canada’s “lost” battles, the battle of the St. Lawrence on Feb. 1.
College sees stars with Gordon Esnard
By Jake Beers
Algonquin’s own Gordon Esnard has recently been nominated for the Stars of the City award for this year.
Wikipedia 'inappropriate' for college level
By Heather Rose
Wikipedia is getting a rough ride as a credible online encyclopedia from some Algonquin professors who question its validity as a reliable source of information for students.
Students tire the competition
By Sarah Kelford
Photography students got creative with a tire last semester and came out winning big in the Bridgestone tire photography contest.
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