Alumni & Friends Network

Sights and Sounds at #Algonquin2018 Ottawa Convocation

Last week, thousands of graduates from the Ottawa Campus celebrated their achievements at three days of convocation ceremonies, and shared their experiences with us on social media. Here are some of ours (and yours) top highlights from #Algonquin2018 Ottawa Campus Convocation!

Graduates waving flags – loud and proud!

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The right touch: Massage Therapy alumni making an impact

Emilie McKay’s advanced diploma in Massage Therapy from Algonquin College has taken her in directions she never imagined. The skills and techniques she learned in the three-year program opened the doors, she says, but it was the self-assurance instilled by her college professors that allowed her to push through.

“The most important lesson I learned through Algonquin was to take any opportunity that was presented to me,” McKay says. “I’ve been very fortunate to have had a lot of opportunities in my career so far. Having that drive and confidence that Algonquin created for me meant that I’m not going to close these doors; I’m going to keep them open and see where they take me.” Continue reading →

Godfrey Joekumar – Climbing to the Summit of Success

Godfrey JoekumarAs a graduate of Algonquin College and most recently the founder of two active start-ups, Godfrey Joekumar has made his mark at the College and in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Godfrey first completed his degree in biochemistry and biology at the University of Ottawa in 2011 before arriving at the College in 2013 where he graduated from computer programming with honours in 2016.
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