Posted on Friday, June 13th, 2025
As we prepare for the upcoming 2025 Spring Convocation, we are pleased to highlight our valedictorians who will be speaking to their respective classes during their ceremonies. 
Vicki is the valedictorian from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at our Pembroke Campus.
She has been a leader, a representative and an advocate, often organizing annual Basic Life Support certifications for the entire class, acting as a class rep and working with the Undergraduate Nursing Student Association on behalf of our campus. She is loved by students and faculty.
More information about the Algonquin College convocation ceremonies can be found here. Read more >
Posted on Friday, June 13th, 2025
As we prepare for the upcoming 2025 Spring Convocation, we are pleased to highlight our valedictorians who will be speaking to their respective classes during their ceremonies. 
Michelline Nesrallah is our AC Online valedictorian who is graduating from the Human Resources Management program.
Michelline achieved excellent grades in the program while working full-time in her demanding job as area manager with the Ministry of the Solicitor General within the Ontario Public Service.
In addition, Michelline also earned her Human Resource Management Graduate Certificate at the same time as she worked through the Graduate Certificate program.
More information about the Algonquin College convocation ceremonies can be found here.
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Posted on Thursday, June 12th, 2025
When the SpiritWolf Singers take the stage at Algonquin College’s convocation ceremonies, they bring with them not just the
sound of the drum – but generations of history, teachings, and spirit. Led by Randy Kakegamick, a four-time Algonquin College graduate, the SpiritWolf Singers represent a living tradition, rooted deeply in Indigenous culture and community.
“Our drum, our adayweygun (drum in Oji-Cree, tewehigan in Anishinàbe), it’s a healing tool,” says Kakegamick, who is the appointed drumkeeper. “There’s a whole protocol behind the drum. You don’t just sit and bang on it—you sing. You honour it. It connects us to the heartbeat of Mother Earth and even to our first memories in the womb.” Read more >