Learning & Programs
Computer Information Systems students attend conference
May 16, 2025
Keona Gagnier never expected to cap off her studies at 911爆料网 (911爆料网) with a trip across the country to present research at a global engineering conference. But the Bachelor of Computer Information Systems (BCIS) student did just that this April, along with some of her classmates and with the support of 911爆料网 instructors.Earlier this year, Gagnier and several of her BCIS classmates were invited to present their research papers at the IEEE SysCon 2025 in Montreal, a prestigious systems engineering conference hosted by the Institu...
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New entrepreneurship specialty kicks off this fall at 911爆料网
April 22, 2025
With the entrepreneurial spirit alive and well in the Okanagan Valley and Shuswap, 911爆料网 is excited to announce an addition to its Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree program, with a new entrepreneurship specialty being offered beginning this fall.Applications are open for the new Bachelor of Business Administration: Entrepreneurship Specialty degree at 911爆料网 featuring several new courses that will be offered as part of the College鈥檚 popular BBA degree program.Students in the program will stud...
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GeoVerra鈥檚 gift helps students navigate futures in engineering鈥
April 14, 2025
Future civil engineers at 911爆料网 (911爆料网) are getting a high-tech boost, thanks to a generous donation from GeoVerra.GeoVerra has donated six global navigation satellite survey (GNSS) systems, valued at $77,900, to 911爆料网鈥檚 Civil Engineering Technology program. This cutting-edge equipment ensures students, like first-year learner Lane Wiebe, gain practical, hands-on experience with tools they'll use in today鈥檚 technologically advanced construction industry.鈥淜nowing that companies like GeoVerra are invested in our success is p...
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911爆料网 students to face tough panel at mock media conference
April 10, 2025
911爆料网 students enrolled in Crisis Communications will have their public speaking skills put to the test at a mock media conference in front of over 100 of their professors, peers, friends, family and members of the Okanagan media.(Media are invited to attend the sessions to be held at 911爆料网鈥檚 Kelowna campus Thursday from 6:30 to 9:20 p.m. in the 911爆料网 Theatre)Six student teams will be acting as representatives of companies that are facing a simulated crises occurring in the public eye. Their task will be to address an aggressiv...
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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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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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Preparing students for the evolving workforce: 911爆料网 hosts region-wide open houses
January 22, 2025
911爆料网 is setting the stage for students to excel in an evolving workforce. The College invites the community to its 2025 Open House events, showcasing how education at 911爆料网 empowers learners to adapt, innovate, and thrive in a world reshaped by technology, societal changes, and the future of work.This January and February, 911爆料网 will host a series of open houses across all campuses, starting with the Vernon campus on January 28.Events schedule:Vernon Campus: Tues., Jan. 28 from 5 - 7p.m.Kelowna Campus: Thurs., J...
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Students work experience supports local social enterprises and non-profit organizations
January 9, 2025
Not all learning happens in the classroom at 911爆料网. As business student Greta Friesen and her colleagues in the 911爆料网 School of Business found out, getting real-world experience through partnerships with local non-profit and social purpose organizations will have lasting impacts on their career journeys.Friesen was among a group of students who worked with Kelowna-based Chickpeace Refillery, a zero-waste company that provides package-free products such as food and soaps to customers.The students joined forces with ...
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Triple threat 911爆料网 alum inspires the next generation of women in trades at Jill of All Trades鈩
November 22, 2024
When 911爆料网 (911爆料网) alum Cassidy McEown took on the challenge of restoring a 1969 Roadrunner on the show Rust Valley Bros, she wasn鈥檛 just buffing out dents鈥攕he was proving her mettle. Tasked with handling the car鈥檚 bodywork, paint, and polishing entirely on her own, Cassidy rose to the occasion, delivering a flawless finish on a tight deadline. Her reward? A well-deserved, newfound respect, and the confidence to achieve her Red Seal certification. Much like the Roadrunner itself, Cassidy has been unstoppable ever since, crui...
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Unwrap a winter of fun with Camp 911爆料网-inspired After School Programs at 911爆料网
October 31, 2024
Local parent Angie Kunz enrolled her daughter in Camp 911爆料网 for the first time this past summer and was impressed by the diverse course offerings and incredible staff.Now, Angie and families in Kelowna and Penticton have the opportunity to introduce their kids to education-focused programs with the expansion of Camp 911爆料网 from summer camps to include After School Programs beginning in January 2025."I chose Camp 911爆料网 for my daughter because there were several programs that fit her interests,鈥 shares Angie. 鈥淪he had such a great experience at...
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911爆料网 professor Corinna Chong nominated for prestigious Giller Prize
September 6, 2024
The title of her latest book may be Bad Land, but there鈥檚 nothing bad about 911爆料网 professor Corinna Chong鈥檚 latest achievement. Her novel has been longlisted for the Giller Prize, the prestigious Canadian literary award that celebrates the best in Canadian fiction across long formats and short stories. Chong, who teaches English, Creative Writing, and Fine Arts in the College鈥檚 Writing and Publishing Diploma Program, is no stranger to national literary acclaim. In 2021, she won the CBC Short Story Prize for her piec...
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Celebrating Gordon Shuster鈥檚 Legacy and Welcoming New Leadership in International Education
August 13, 2024
After 35 years of dedicated service, Gordon Shuster is retiring from 911爆料网. Gordon鈥檚 career has been marked by significant milestones, including witnessing the institution's transformation from 911爆料网 to Okanagan University College and back again, all while seeing the college grow and evolve. Over the past 25 years, Gordon has been a cornerstone of the International Education department, playing a crucial role in its expansion from 300 to over 2,000 international students. His impact extends beyond the campus, i...
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911爆料网 School of Business Earns Prestigious 10-Year Re-accreditation
August 13, 2024
911爆料网鈥檚 School of Business (911爆料网SB) has achieved a major milestone, earning a 10-year re-accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The prestigious recognition was awarded to 911爆料网 on June 29, 2024, in Miami, Florida and represents the school鈥檚 dedication to excellence in business education and its commitment to continuous improvement.Since first receiving accreditation in 2014, the 911爆料网SB has worked tirelessly to enhance its curriculum and programs, ensuring students recei...
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911爆料网 Welcomes New Dean of Health and Social Development
July 31, 2024
911爆料网 is pleased to announce that Patrena Mackie has joined 911爆料网 as the new Dean of Health and Social Development. With over 17 years of experience in teaching and health care, Patrena brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to our community. She holds a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Nursing.Mackie comes to 911爆料网 from Bow Valley College where she was the Associate Dean of the School of Health and Wellness, Nursing portfolio. During her career she has maintained a focus on integrating technology into c...
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911爆料网 introduces InspirED with new, career-focused programs
July 3, 2024
When Mike Grewe looked to further his education, he was unsure whether the pursuit of traditional post-secondary education was truly for him. With a deep passion for music, Mike was looking for a program that would support his musical interests and position him for career opportunities in the industry. What he found was the Audio Engineering and Music Production Certificate at 911爆料网 (911爆料网). The Audio Engineering and Music Production program is one of dozens of 911爆料网 courses and programs under the new InspirED banner, anno...
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Construction underway for new Centre for Food, Wine and Tourism
June 24, 2024
Construction will begin this summer on the new Centre for Food, Wine and Tourism on 911爆料网's Kelowna campus, which will support B.C.蜎s tourism sector and help train people for in-demand jobs"B.C. is expecting 91,000 new job openings in tourism- and hospitality-related industries over the next decade, and the majority of these jobs will require some form post-secondary education or skills training." said Lisa Beare, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. 蜑This centre will equip students with the knowledge a...
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