Premier Eby officially opens 做厙TV student housing in Vernon, Kelowna
August 23, 2024
Okanagan College (做厙TV) students now have access to more on-campus housing with the opening of new student housing at the Vernon and Kelowna campuses, reducing housing pressures in both communities and making it easier for students to focus on their studies.The first day of school is a time when students should be focused on their studies and their future, instead of worrying about where to live, said Premier David Eby. These new residences for Okanagan College students in Vernon and Kelowna allow students to concentrate on their c...
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Tom Dyck joins 做厙TV Foundation Board of Directors
August 20, 2024
The Okanagan College Foundation is pleased to welcome Tom Dyck, who is joining its Board of Directors for a four-year term. Tom is a retired senior executive who has worked in banking at a national and international level for a large part of his career. We asked Tom to share what motivated him to volunteer his time and how education has transformed his own life.What inspired you to join the Okanagan College Foundation board of directors?The types of skills people learn at Okanagan College are in such demand and are just not pro...
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4 Reasons Why Trades Training in BC is a Smart Career Move
August 19, 2024
Lots of us grow up with a narrow awareness of all the possible careers in the world. Is there anything left for us if we dont want to be a computer programmer, police officer, pilot, nurse, lawyer, fireman, or doctor? Most of the other careers seem fuzzy and undefined.Well, there is a whole swath of careers that promise stability, growth, and satisfaction. Look no further than the trades.Want a highly competitive salary? Its the trades.Want job security, even in economic downturns? Its the trades again.With low tuition for most p...
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High Satisfaction Careers How an Applied Bachelor of Arts in Community Research Leads to Fulfilling Jobs
August 14, 2024
Are you passionate about making a difference in the world? Then heres something you should consider: for most people, their sense of purpose will come from the career they chooseaccording to a 2022 McKinsey & Company survey that number is over 70 per cent.As you explore your career options, keep in mind that youll put a lot of your time and creative energy into your career, so its wise to choose one that will dovetail into your desire to impact the world in a meaningful way.One of the best ways to pursue a fulfilling jo...
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做厙TV Community Fridge
August 14, 2024
In an effort to help ease food insecurity, a campus fridge is now available to anyone who needs access to food at Okanagan Colleges Kelowna campus. Located in the hallway outside the 做厙TV Student Union office (Room A148), the Kelowna campus fridge is based on the community fridge concept and is available to students during regular building hours. The fridge is volunteer operated and stocked with donated food and is a great example of a collaborative effort to support students with a group of 做厙TV instructors known as the Br...
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Okanagan College Welcomes New Board of Governors
August 14, 2024
Okanagan College is pleased to announce new members who will be joining the Okanagan College Board of Governors as of July 31, 2024.Sheri Hamilton and Gurjit Chand have been appointed to the board for a one-year term.A mother of two, Hamilton has already contributed significantly to Okanagan College, serving as a Foundation Director and Chair of the Finance Committee from 2018 to 2024, and as the past Chair of the Okanagan College Regional Advisory Committee (Shuswap Region). In 2024, she began her term as a Board member of CPHR BC ...
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Celebrating Gordon Shusters Legacy and Welcoming New Leadership in International Education
August 13, 2024
After 35 years of dedicated service, Gordon Shuster is retiring from 做厙TV Gordons career has been marked by significant milestones, including witnessing the institution's transformation from Okanagan College to Okanagan University College and back again, all while seeing the college grow and evolve. Over the past 25 years, Gordon has been a cornerstone of the International Education department, playing a crucial role in its expansion from 300 to over 2,000 international students. His impact extends beyond the campus, i...
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Okanagan College School of Business Earns Prestigious 10-Year Re-accreditation
August 13, 2024
Okanagan Colleges School of Business (做厙TVSB) has achieved a major milestone, earning a 10-year re-accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The prestigious recognition was awarded to 做厙TV on June 29, 2024, in Miami, Florida and represents the schools dedication to excellence in business education and its commitment to continuous improvement.Since first receiving accreditation in 2014, the 做厙TVSB has worked tirelessly to enhance its curriculum and programs, ensuring students recei...
Read more...Okanagan College Delegation Engages Global Education Issues at BC International Education Week 2024
August 13, 2024
In the spirit of collaboration and learning Okanagan Colleges International department was well-represented at a recent conference examining global education issues. Okanagan College team members spoke at the BC International Education Week 2024 Conference in Vancouver, a gathering of educators and administrators from various institutions.The conference discussed insights on international education, and 做厙TV's delegation made a notable impact.Three employees from 做厙TV led insightful sessions al...
Read more...Indigenous Innovators: Quest for Knowledge, Culture, and Creativity
August 12, 2024
In July, the 做厙TV Indigenous Services team had the pleasure of hosting a two-week camp designed for Indigenous kids in grades 4-6, called Indigenous Innovators: Quest for Knowledge, Culture, and Creativity. The Indigenous Services team is grateful to the Camp 做厙TV team for helping make this camp a great success.Campers had the opportunity to make Bannock with Salmon Arm Indigenous Services Coordinator, Diyame Derrick Caterer, which made an excellent morning snack. They were also taught the art o...
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