OTTAWA – The Algonquin College Office of Applied Research, Innovation & Entrepreneurship will be hosting its RE/ACTION: Applied Research Showcase on Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
RE/ACTION highlights leading-edge applied research done in collaboration with industry, institutional and community partners, providing a glimpse into the future of technology and the current state of innovation.
You’re invited to explore our teams’ incredible findings and creations. Ranging from robotics and innovative apps to artificial intelligence, their work is incredibly diverse. Where else can you find a personal-assistant robot next to a mobile fitness app?
Seven Algonquin College alumni have been nominated for 2019 Premier’s Awards, which will celebrate outstanding Ontario college graduates on Monday, Dec. 2.
Facilities Management has lifted the boil-water advisory for occupants of the Residence, G, P and S Buildings. Water samples were tested in a lab and have come back clear. The water supply is safe and occupants can proceed with normal consumption purposes – including drinking, making juice, ice and infant formula, as well as for use in food preparation.
The initial boil-water advisory was issued as a result of Wednesday’s water main break and the subsequent repairs.
We regret any inconvenience this incident imposed on our College community, especially the learners and employees living and working in the affected buildings. Again, we appreciate the generous and continued patience exhibited by everyone.
Algonquin College has made history after placing first overall in the 39th Annual Ontario Colleges’ Marketing Competition (OCMC) on Friday, November 22.
OCMC is an annual sales and marketing competition comprised of eight case competitions in various Marketing disciplines such as, Retail Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Direct Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Prospect Pitch and International Marketing. There are also two individual events (Sales Presentation and Job Interview) as well as a four-person team event (Quizbowl) consisting of members from different colleges answering questions against the buzzer. This year, 12 Ontario Colleges participated with over 300 graduating-level students showcasing their business talents to earn top awards for teamwork and strategic thinking. Continue reading Historic Win for AC Team in Marketing, Sales Competition
The following is a message from Claude Brulé, President and Chief Executive Officer of Algonquin College:
Dear Algonquin Community,
It is with great pleasure that I announce Mark Savenkoff as the successful candidate, of a national search process, as Algonquin College’s first Vice President of Advancement.
As part of our College’s ongoing continuous improvement processes, this past year, the Algonquin College Foundation transitioned its fundraising governance structure from an externally governed Foundation to a College administered Advancement Office. This evolution is becoming the norm within post-secondary education. The Vice President of Advancement position was created by progressing the existing Executive Director position to a member of the Executive Team. This change was deliberate to provide more direct involvement to support the College’s evolving needs and reliance on external partners. The new structure will continue to rely on volunteer champions and external partners to support student success and our vision to be a global leader in personalized, digitally connected, experiential learning. Continue reading Algonquin College announces first Vice President of Advancement
Fourth Annual CyberSCI – Cyber Security Challenge Gives Students a Chance to Win Paid Internships
Date: November 23, 2019 from 9am to 5pm
Place: Carleton University, TIM program offices at Carleton University (St. Patrick’s Building, Room 303)
Ottawa, ON Canada
In a world where we hear about computer systems being attacked all too often, it’s reassuring to know there are organizations that are doing something about it. There are also schools giving students a chance to learn more about how to prevent these malicious intrusions. That’s where CyberSCI – Cyber Security Challenge Canada steps in to merge these groups in an engaging competition.Continue reading Algonquin College competes in Fourth Annual CyberSCI – Cyber Security Challenge
(TORONTO, Nov. 12, 2019) – The Ontario government’s new policy to expand partnership agreements between Ontario’s colleges and private trainers will bolster the province’s efforts to produce a more highly qualified workforce, Ontario’s colleges said today.
Algonquin College has received a $450,000 donation from guard.me International Insurance — the first part of a $650,000 contribution towards international education opportunities first announced in the summer.
The special, two-year investment will benefit international students in the form of new scholarships and a bursary fund, and seed funding for unique entrepreneurship and applied research initiatives. The funding will also help more domestic students study and work abroad.
“International students make significant social, economic and education contributions to Algonquin College and the Ottawa community,” said Cheryl Jensen, former Algonquin College President and Chief Executive Officer, when the funding was first announced on Friday, June 28. “This generous donation from guard.me will help support international students who have a sudden, unforeseen change in their financial situation. It will also provide our domestic students with more opportunities abroad – experience that is highly attractive to potential employers.”
Algonquin College announces new partnership with The Royal
OTTAWA — Algonquin College is proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership with The Royal that will provide new mental-health resources for students and employees.
“The mental health of our learners and employees is a top priority for us and so we are very proud to collaborate with The Royal,” said Claude Brulé, President and CEO of Algonquin College. “This partnership not only helps us enhance existing services, but also allows us to offer new resources, and provides us the tools to make a difference.” Continue reading Algonquin College announces new partnership with The Royal
This week, we heard that Ontario school districts are engaged in collective bargaining with the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) union. CUPE employees will be in a position to strike as of Monday, October 7. Some parents have been informed by their boards that, should a work stoppage occur, their schools will have to close.
