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Special Olympian and AC student Kimana Mar featured in Ottawa Tourism Campaign

Meet Kimana Mar, a three-time world champion rhythmic gymnast with Special Olympics, and student in the Office Administration – Health Services program.

Mar is featured in Ottawa Tourism’s new ‘Every Body Plays in Ottawa: Athlete Stories from Ottawa’s Sport Community’ campaign that launched online on Sept. 9. The campaign champions inclusivity and accessibility in sports.

Action shot of Kimana Mar performing her rhythmic gymnastics routine

Kimana Mar performing her rhythmic gymnastics routine.

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Kwey – School of Health Studies

As part of Algonquin College’s commitment to expanding the traditional Anishinàbe (ah-nish-in-AHH-bay) Algonquin Nation language onAnita Tenasco Kwey Series campus, we are sharing vocabulary, phrases and information to familiarize learners and employees with the traditional language.

Algonquin College’s School of Health Studies (minwàdjitò) offers programs that help learners become skilled health care professionals. Students (Kekināmāwindjig) gain practical experience (nagadjìwin) in clinical settings with expert faculty (kekinàmàgedj) and state-of-the-art training (nàshiyà-n) as well as placement opportunities in health care settings. Continue reading

Dr. Amy’s Animal Corner: Back to School Blues

Welcome to our monthly blog series, Dr. Amy’s Animal Corner with Dr. Amy Brown, DVM. Dr. Brown is the Facility Veterinarian for the Algonquin College Veterinary Learning Centre & Clinic and is a Professor in the Algonquin College Veterinary Technician and Veterinary Assistant Programs.

Each month, you will get a sneak peek into some of the information our students learn while studying in the Veterinary field, learn more about our Veterinary programs, and get the opportunity to check out the animals that we help facilitate for adoption.

Back to School Blues

As summer winds down and families prepare for the back-to-school season, the change in routine can have a surprising impact on our pets. With quieter homes and reduced attention, many pets experience emotional and physical issues that can lead to visits to the veterinarian. Understanding the most common medical concerns during this transition can help you support your furry friend’s health and well-being.

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