Posted on Friday, October 21st, 2022
Students dance to classic Bollywood tunes in celebrations of Diwali.
The energy was abuzz at the Algonquin College Diwali Celebration on Oct. 20. Hosted by the Algonquin Students’ Association (SA), the event featured classic Bollywood tunes, delicious eats and henna tattooing courtesy of Henna by Shanna.
After many long years apart, students were welcomed together again for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and singing to celebrate the special occasion.
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Posted on Wednesday, October 19th, 2022
October is Registered Veterinary Technician’s (RVT) month — a time to recognize the amazing work of RVTs in helping to keep our furry friends healthy and happy.
For RVT month we took a trip over to Algonquin College’s V Building to chat with students and staff from the Veterinary Technician program about the everyday role of a veterinary technician, the changes that are shaping the future of veterinary medicine, and their overflowing passion for their work.
“Skilled veterinary technicians are integral to a successful clinic. Technicians have so many roles within a clinic: anesthetist, dental hygienist, laboratory technician, venipuncturist, pharmacist, nurse, X-ray technician, educator, and surgical assistant to name a few,” says Algonquin College Veterinary Technician Professor, Dr. Amy Brown.
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Posted on Wednesday, October 19th, 2022
As we prepare for the upcoming Fall Convocation, we are pleased to introduce our valedictorians who
will be speaking to their respective classes during their ceremonies.
Today, we feature Dana Zeyl — graduate of the Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence’s Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Technician program.
What is your favourite memory from your time at Algonquin College?
My favourite memory from my time at Algonquin College was being given the opportunity to assist in installing a new furnace in the lab to gain some extra experience outside of class. My professors were always willing to give students who were eager to learn opportunities to expand their knowledge in their trade.
How did COVID-19 impact your life and/or studies during your time as a student?
Luckily, because of the hands-on nature of my program, a lot of my courses were still in person despite COVID-19. My classmates and I were still able to get a semi-traditional college experience: I was able to make friends and connections with other people passionate about their studies and the HVAC trade, people that I can remain in touch with over the years and support and encourage in their careers. Read more >
