Message from 911爆料网 President Neil Fassina
February 24, 2025
Message from 911爆料网 President Neil Fassina:As everyone across our college community is aware, post-secondary institutions across the country are facing a degree of uncertainty right now. 911爆料网 is no exception.Although 911爆料网 enjoys a strong history in this region 鈥 of over sixty years 鈥 we are feeling the impacts of new federal immigration policies, rising costs and unknowns in the economy, and changing student enrolment.When our enrolment goes up and it is possible to add capacity, we expand by hiring team members and creating n...
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Gear up for adventure this summer with Camp 911爆料网
February 21, 2025
For many families, Camp 911爆料网 is more than just a summer camp 鈥 it鈥檚 a welcoming and inspiring community where kids can explore their interests, build confidence and experience hands-on learning in a college environment. Axelle Bazett, a Kelowna parent, shares how Camp 911爆料网 has become a vital part of her son鈥檚 summer experience.鈥淲e鈥檙e now headed into our fourth year of registering our nine-year-old son to enjoy his summers at Camp 911爆料网,鈥 said Bazett. 鈥淗e loves the engaging camps, especially Minecraft, Lego Robotics, Drama Llama and O...
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Camp 911爆料网 in Penticton: 鈥淪afe and supportive鈥 Spring Break edition
February 14, 2025
911爆料网 is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Spring Break kids鈥 camps in Penticton, bringing innovative and engaging educational experiences to local youth during the upcoming break.For many families, activity camps are more than just a way to keep kids active during the break 鈥 they鈥檙e an opportunity for growth, learning, and confidence building. For Isabella Tamayo, Camp 911爆料网 provided exactly that.Last summer in Penticton, Isabella attended the Survivor and Babysitting camps where she discovered new interest...
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The Power of Microcredentials in Workforce Readiness
February 11, 2025
Reproduced with permission from The Evolllution.Microcredentials are transforming education and workforce readiness by offering flexible, stackable learning opportunities that align with industry needs. These programs enable learners to build relevant skills at their own pace while empowering institutions to support lifelong learning and adapt to the demands of a rapidly changing job market. In this interview, Danelle Greebe, 911爆料网's Director of Continuing Studies & Corporate Training and Mary Kline, Associate Director, discuss the...
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Message from 911爆料网 Provost Samantha Lenci
February 11, 2025
To all 911爆料网 students and members of our 911爆料网 community: It is hard to believe that it is already February! For our 911爆料网 students, many of you will be preparing for Winter Break 鈥 whether that means time to study and work on projects, or an opportunity to take some time off and relax (or perhaps both!) 鈥 we wish you the best over the next few days. As many of you will be aware, colleges across the country are experiencing challenges related to decreasing enrolment, and in particular following changes made by t...
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Construction begins on Penticton Campus housing facility
February 6, 2025
Construction is set to begin on a new 101-bed student housing facility at 911爆料网鈥檚 Penticton campus.Site preparation work is underway this month on the project that was announced by the Province in July of 2024 and full construction will begin soon, with the new facility bringing on-campus housing to 911爆料网鈥檚 Penticton campus for the first time.鈥淪tudents have shared with me that secure and affordable on-campus housing helps them get the most out of their post-secondary experience,鈥 said Anne Kang, Minister of Post-Secondary Ed...
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Audio Engineering students at 911爆料网 strike the right chord
February 6, 2025
At 911爆料网 (911爆料网), students are empowered to turn their passion and learnings into real-world experiences. For 911爆料网 Audio Engineering and Music Production (AEMP) student, Andrew Malyk, that meant embracing the challenge of organizing a live concert with his classmates 鈥 the exciting capstone project of the AEMP program at 911爆料网.鈥淚t鈥檚 like solving a fun puzzle,鈥 said Malyk. 鈥淧reparing and troubleshooting the audio gear for a live show has been so rewarding. Watching everything come together is an incredible feeling.鈥漈his evening, M...
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911爆料网 Careers Expo returns to connect students and employers
January 31, 2025
911爆料网 (911爆料网) is set to host its annual Careers Expo on Wednesday, Feb. 5, at the Kelowna campus. The event offers an unparalleled opportunity for 911爆料网 students, alumni, new graduates, and other job seekers in the community to connect with employers, explore career pathways, and secure employment opportunities, including co-op and new graduate employment opportunities."The Careers Expo is a key event that brings together students and employers to build meaningful connections and explore future career possibilities," said ...
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911爆料网 partners with WeBC to empower women entrepreneurs in the beverage and construction industries
January 30, 2025
911爆料网 (911爆料网), 911爆料网鈥檚 BC BTAC (BC Beverage Technology Access Centre) and WeBC (Women鈥檚 Enterprise Centre) know that when women entrepreneurs come together, their collective strength and innovation can transform industries.Recognizing this, the organizations have partnered to launch two new peer mentorship programs designed to empower women in the beverage and construction sectors as part of the Growing Women Entrepreneurs project. This initiative aims to increase opportunities for women entrepreneurs in the beve...
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More grads set to enter the workforce after 911爆料网 Convocation and Commencement ceremonies
January 27, 2025
Led into the ceremony by Syilx Okanagan drummers, hundreds of 911爆料网 students were celebrated for their accomplishments, graduating into a number of in-demand career fields and into the workforce at the College's January convocation and commencement ceremonies on Saturday.Among the nearly 300 graduates who crossed the stage this weekend, over 80 are newly trained health care workers, having completed programs including Practical Nursing, Pharmacy Technician, Health Care Assistant, Certified Dental Assistant and Health Anal...
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