Applied Research Day comes to close, Masterpiece VR wins award of excellence

Posted on Friday, August 19th, 2016

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Algonquin College Student Gabrien Boileau assists President Cheryl Jensen with MasterPiece VR

Today, everyone got a sneak peek at some of the projects AC professors and students have been working on—before their innovations hit it big.

Those who attended got to try out the apps, hear about the collaborations and discover the depth of talent found at Algonquin College. A wide range of applied research and innovation projects were showcased at the 25 booths.

“This was a chance for the students to show off what they have been working on,” said Christopher Elliot, who teaches in the School of Media and Design. Read more >

Student Association hosts Pokémon Lure Party

Posted on Wednesday, August 10th, 2016

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An Algonquin College Photography student / talented makeup artist goes full Pickachu at the Student Association’s recent Pokémon lure party. Some of her art can be explored here: instagram.com/samshineart

Pokémon Go players were waiting outside the Student Commons when the doors opened at five hours before the Pokémon Lure Party was to begin Tuesday.
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