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Algonquin College Names Dr. Keltie Jones New Dean of Pembroke Waterfront Campus

Posted on Thursday, July 4th, 2019

Dr. Keltie Jones will become the sixth Dean in the 52 year history of Algonquin College’s Pembroke Campus. The College’s Senior Vice President, Academic, Claude Brulé, has announced Dr. Jones will begin her tenure on August 26 following an extensive cross country search to find a new Dean for the College’s largest regional campus.

“Dr. Jones has an impressive background in post-secondary education and I look forward to working with her and seeing the Pembroke Campus continue to flourish under her guidance and leadership,” says Brulé.

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Algonquin College BHTM students place second in global hospitality competition

Posted on Friday, June 21st, 2019

Algonquin College Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management studentsThree Algonquin College Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management students took home second place in Take Off!, a global hospitality competition held in Paris this week. Their ground-breaking concept for the hotel room of the future — a highly customizable, multi-sensory, AI environment — impressed the judges.

Brielle Pelletier, Yuxiang Jiang, and Tsvetan Stanchulov — also known by their team name “Cultures United” — won the chance to compete against over 500 worldwide competitors with their pitch on how Artificial Intelligence can enhance the experiences of hotel guests. As finalists, they presented their concept to Accor’s top hotel management. Continue reading →

Algonquin College Spring Convocation

Posted on Friday, June 7th, 2019

Algonquin College Spring Convocation

Algonquin College is proud to celebrate the Class of 2019 at this month’s Spring Convocation ceremonies in Pembroke, Perth and Ottawa.
Over the next few weeks graduates and their families will gather together to mark the milestone of graduation as students cross the stage to receive degrees, diplomas, and certificates.

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CHEO CEO Alex Munter to speak at Algonquin College on May 31

Posted on Thursday, May 30th, 2019

OTTAWA — Algonquin College and the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) are pleased to present the latest instalment of the Future of Health and Wellness Speaker Series on Friday, May 31, 2019.

Alex Munter, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, is the keynote speaker. His discussion will focus on youth mental health.

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Feedback on our Sex Assault/Violence Policy

Posted on Wednesday, May 29th, 2019

The Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities has requested that all post-secondary institutions in Ontario conduct a review of their Sexual Assault/Sexual Violence Policy prior to September 2019.

A cross-College team will be reviewing Algonquin’s policy SA16 over the summer to meet this deadline. We welcome any comments or suggestions you have on this policy by June 17.
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Algonquin College launches Interdisciplinary Studies in Human-Centred Design

Posted on Tuesday, April 23rd, 2019

OTTAWA – Algonquin College is launching a new, innovative program to train the problem solvers of tomorrow.

The Interdisciplinary Studies in Human-Centred Design program, launching in Fall 2019, will prepare students for a career in design research and strategy. In this one-year Graduate Certificate students will examine the intersection of research, technology, business and design to develop strategic direction for products and services. Continue reading →

Algonquin College supports Ontario budget commitment to modernize apprenticeship training.

Posted on Friday, April 12th, 2019

The 2019 Ontario Budget commitment to create a one-window digital portal for apprentices will produce a more highly qualified workforce.

“The government’s plan to modernize apprenticeship training will create more opportunities for our learners and help narrow the skills gap in Ontario,” said Cheryl Jensen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Algonquin College. “Algonquin College is the proud home of one of the largest apprenticeship programs in the province and a new digital apprenticeship portal will make it easier to connect demand with opportunity.” Continue reading →

Algonquin College ranked first in Canada in online enrolments

Posted on Monday, April 8th, 2019

OTTAWA — Algonquin College has the highest number of online enrolments of all Colleges and CEGEPS in Canada. The ranking was based on the 2018 National Survey of Online and Digital Learning in Canada and used enrolment numbers from 2016-2017.

“This ranking is a testament to our efforts to provide flexible options for all our learners and shows that they recognize the value of lifelong learning in today’s economy,” said Algonquin College President Cheryl Jensen. “Students told us that they needed more online options and we listened, providing hundreds of courses to help them meet their educational goals.” Continue reading →

Algonquin College President Cheryl Jensen to retire at end of term

Posted on Tuesday, March 26th, 2019

OTTAWA — On behalf of the Board of Governors of Algonquin College, Chair Peter Nadeau has announced that Cheryl Jensen will retire after completing her term as President after five years of service.

“We are truly indebted to Cheryl for her years of service to Algonquin,” said Nadeau. “Under her leadership we have broken enrolment records, opened the cutting-edge DARE District, and been named one of the region’s Top 25 Employers each year that she has been with us.” Continue reading →

Government of Canada donates Coast Guard helicopter to Algonquin College

Posted on Wednesday, March 6th, 2019

Government of Canada donates Coast Guard helicopter to Algonquin College

Government of Canada donates Coast Guard helicopter to Algonquin College

OTTAWA – Algonquin College has received a Canadian Coast Guard helicopter for hands-on training in its Aircraft Maintenance program.

On behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, Mona Fortier, Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier, and Anita Vandenbeld, Member of Parliament for Ottawa West-Nepean, announced today that Algonquin College has received a surplus Coast Guard Messerschmitt-Bölkow-Blohm BO105 helicopter. Continue reading →