When Devaloise Hatchou arrived in Pembroke to begin Algonquin College’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program, she was a
mother of four and spoke very little English. What she did have was determination and a College community ready to help her succeed.
“I was speaking one word in French, one in German, and another in English,” Hatchou said with a smile. “But Algonquin supported me from day one.” Continue reading
An artists’ showcase is typically a singular event, but for Algonquin College professor Natasha Mazurka, her current art exhibit has become a
teachable moment for her interior design students, redefining what it means to learn by doing.
Mazurka, a professor in the School of Arts, Media and Design, has taught at the College for over a decade. She recently secured a solo exhibition at Ottawa City Hall. Space Created by Distance opened in September and runs until Nov. 30. It is a non-static and site-specific exhibition. Moveable walls and modular elements within the exhibition will be modified during the period of the show. Continue reading
On Saturday, Sept. 21, An Hour to Give on Rogers TV dedicated a full episode to Algonquin College, featuring guests Mark Savenkoff, Vice President, Advancement and Strategy; Charles Nixon, Lead Technologist, Academic and professor; and Angela Lyrette, Educational Developer and professor.