OTTAWA (Dec. 10, 2024) – On Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, Applied Research at Algonquin College officially launched the newly independent Green Supply Chain and Sustainability Research Lab (GSCSRL).
Under the leadership of Ahmad Teymouri, Professor, Supply Chain Management, School of Business and Hospitality, this state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to advancing sustainability and digital technologies.
Algonquin College students double the impact for Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre in celebration of Giving Tuesday
OTTAWA (Dec. 6, 2024) — First-year students in Canada’s only Event Management-focused business degree program raised $6,831.35 for the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre (DSYTC) during the runup to Giving Tuesday.
Students in the new Bachelor of Event, Sport and Entertainment Management (Honours) degree planned and executed seven impactful events at Algonquin College’s Ottawa Campus on Nov. 28, engaging the campus community while raising funds and awareness for the DSYTC. The funds raised by the students were generously matched by Adobe, bringing the total contribution to $19,602.85.
Created and planted Miyawaki-style biodiverse forest on Pembroke Campus
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Ottawa, ON(Monday, Dec. 3, 2024)— Algonquin College is pleased to announce that Environmental Technician student McKenzie Mitchell has been awarded a $1,500 Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) ImpAct Climate Challenge bursary for his efforts as a student climate leader.
Innovation on Display: Algonquin Students Tackle Real-World Challenges with Applied Research
OTTAWA (Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024) – Students across Algonquin College will present over 80 applied research projects, in areas such as computer science, engineering, media, hospitality, and healthcare, with 35 projects focused on community health in nursing at the upcoming Applied Research Student Project Showcase.
OTTAWA (Monday, Nov. 25, 2024) – Future students and the Ottawa community are invited to Algonquin College’s inaugural Degree Discovery Event. Attendees can explore more than 20 unique degree programs to help get career-ready.
OTTAWA (Monday, Nov. 18, 2024) – In a significant move to bolster the future of Ontario’s hospitality and tourism sectors, Smart Serve Ontario has pledged $136,640 to establish scholarships and bursaries for students at Algonquin College. The funding, spread over five years, aims to address the growing financial challenges faced by students while fostering long-term career development in the hospitality and culinary fields.
Ottawa, ON (November 14, 2024) – Algonquin College Residence is excited to announce that all new international learners have the opportunity for guaranteed on-campus accommodation for the 2025 Spring Term. This initiative supports incoming learners by providing a welcoming and secure residence environment as they begin their studies at Algonquin College. Continue reading Algonquin College guarantees Spring 2025 residence accommodation for incoming international students
I want to provide an update on the College’s ongoing efforts following decisions made by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to cap international student study permits for 2024 to 2026, and its more recent announcement to reduce certain programs’ eligibility for Post-Graduate Work Permits (PGWP).
These decisions carry substantial consequences for the entire post-secondary education sector in Canada, and Algonquin College is not immune to the negative impacts. Together, the IRCC policy changes are creating unprecedented financial challenges for the College.
Algonquin College has announced the creation of a new annual award for women in the Event Management program. The Susan Pridmore Award will recognize a female student who demonstrates leadership within their field of study and community and who embodies the values of perseverance, tolerance and kindness.
The award honours Susan Pridmore, a dedicated events manager at Algonquin College who embodied a high standard of excellence and worked tirelessly to organize outstanding events. Susan sadly passed away in February 2024.
(L-R) Mark Savenkoff, Vice President, Advancement and Strategy; Mistalyn Seguin, Director of Philanthropy; Kimberly Robichaud; Saam Askari; Cheryl Blake; Ben Dinh, General Manager & CEO, Algonquin Students’ Association.
“It’s truly fitting that Susan’s spirit will live on through an award that reflects her unwavering commitment to our learners,” said Tracy McDougall, Director, President’s Office and Communications at Algonquin College. “She always believed with her whole heart that everything we do here is to empower our students to succeed, and her incredible passion for that purpose inspired every one of us.”
Algonquin College celebrates historic $2 Million gift from The Joyce Family Foundation
Ottawa, ON (Monday, Oct. 28, 2024) – Algonquin College is proud to announce a momentous $2 million gift from The Joyce Family Foundation, establishing a significant endowment to support students facing financial barriers. This donation, the largest single contribution to Algonquin College to date, underscores the Foundation’s commitment to higher education and its belief in the potential of every student.
