Algonquin College Forges Partnership With The Protocol School of Washington

Posted on Tuesday, August 26th, 2014

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AC and PSOW create three day workshop, “Protocol for the Canadian Professional”

Key officials from Algonquin College and The Protocol School of Washington (PSOW) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish special educational programs that support and develop the skills of Algonquin College alumni, especially those from Hospitality and Tourism programs, professionals from the public sector, or those working in fields where a refined knowledge of international protocol is important.

The MOU was signed by Algonquin College President Cheryl Jensen; and Ms. Pamela Eyring, President, The Protocol School of Washington, in the presence of representatives from the two institutions.

Commenting on the occasion, Altaf Sovani, Chair, School of Hospitality and Tourism said, “This partnership is another step in Algonquin College’s efforts to meet the professional needs of College students and alumni working hands-on in the hospitality and tourism industry. We invited The Protocol School of Washington to form this educational alliance due to their research and experience in international protocol training. They are the only accredited institution in the USA teaching these important skills.”

For her part, Pamela Eyring, President, The Protocol School of Washington said, “It is an honor to collaborate with such a prestigious Canadian college – one who acknowledges the benefits of protocol and etiquette training. Algonquin is renowned for hospitality and tourism management, with successful graduates all over the world. Our new program, Protocol for the Canadian Professional, will cover working in cross-cultural situations, personal diplomacy, body language, Canadian business protocol including precedence, seating, titles and forms of address, flag courtesy, gift giving and event logistics. We are truly looking forward to offering this workshop in October and other training programs in the future.”


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