Algonquin College is proud to announce that the Toronto
@MapleLeafs
' head coach,
@SheldonKeefe
, will be awarded with an Honorary Degree in recognition of his on-ice and community accomplishments at its June convocation ceremony. Learn more:
Thank you, Prime Minister
@JustinTrudeau
for visiting Algonquin College today to have an important discussion with our Nursing students; answering their questions about mental health, the healthcare industry, and more.
Algonquin College is proud to be donating thousands of pieces of protective equipment, as well as loaning at least nine ventilators to help health care facilities in Ottawa.
Learn how Algonquin College is helping
#FlattenTheCurve
via
@OttawaCitizen
Algonquin College has officially lit up its pedestrian bridge in full rainbow colours to help kickstart Capital Pride Week. For more details check this link
Algonquin College is proud to announce that Medical Officer of Health for
@OttawaHealth
, Dr.
@VeraEtches
, will be presented with an an Honorary Degree at its virtual convocation ceremony.
Learn about the many ways Dr. Etches has contributed to the City:
We are delighted to announce Algonquin College’s new President and Chief Executive Officer,
@claude_brule
. First joining the College in 1999, Claude has been instrumental in guiding Algonquin College to where it is today.
Every year, Algonquin College celebrates the incredible achievements of its alumni through the Alumni of Distinction Awards. Here is a closer look at the Alumni of Distinction – Alumna of the Year Recipient
@PatriciaBoalCTV
.
"...because the one thing that you can choose is your approach to life – so my advice is choose happiness, choose kindness, choose positivity, and laugher, and respect."
Wise words from Honorary Degree recipient,
@catherinejclark
, at this afternoon's
#Algonquin2022
ceremony 🎓🙏
Be advised: All face-to-face classes and labs at all campuses have been suspended from March 16 - 22. Classes will resume on March 23, but many will be delivered using alternative instruction methods, primarily online, for the rest of the term. Learn more:
Max Lajoie, defenceman for the
@Senators
took to the hall of Algonquin College undercover, to ask students what they thought of this year's rookies. (via
@ctvottawa
)
Meet Blue, resident Therapy Dog at
@Carleton_U
. He is going to be helping Algonquin College find our own therapy canine companion. Thanks for the help Blue!🐶
We’re so proud to announce that the 2020
@algonquincolleg
Graphic Design grads have decided to donate $2000 to the
@OttawaFoodBank
. After their Grad Show was cancelled, they decided to gift their fund-raised money to those in need close to home.
@MichaelMaidment
@CBCOttawa
The honourable
@Bill_Morneau
, Minister Of Finance is helping cook up something tasty, as he prepares the veggies for a special roast beef meal with
@ACHospTourism
students.
Today is the day! We want to extend a congratulations to all Algonquin College graduates on this momentous occasion. This was an unprecedented year, and you should all be proud of your accomplishments. 🎓
See the convocation schedule here:
#Algonquin2021
“What Algonquin gave to me was it gave me a path, it gave me a career, and it gave me an opportunity” -
@ctvottawa
’s
@MICHAELCTV
, accepting the Rena Bowen Volunteer of the Year award.
#ACAlumni
"My challenge to all of you is: what is your vision for you, this year? Define it, reach for it, and don’t let it go. Together, we can accomplish great things. I can’t wait to see what’s in store for this year at Algonquin College."- Mayor
@JimWatsonOttawa
, at today's
#ACVision
We are incredibly proud of Algonquin College Professor Danielle Allard, who has been recognized for her outstanding work at the College with a Minister's Award of Excellence. 🏆
Congrats to Danielle Allard who received a Minister's Award of Excellence.
Ms. Allard is a professor at
@AlgonquinColleg
who was nominated by several peers & students for her transition to digital learning.
Algonquin College is incredibly excited for our expanded partnership with
@OttawaHospital
, continuing to explore areas of collaboration, particularly in initiatives related to digital health.
#ONHealth
Today is
#BellLetsTalk
Day, a time for us all to contribute to discussions surrounding mental health and well-being. See here for a special message from
@Bell
Vice President of Corporate Marketing and AC Public Relations graduate
@lphinn
.
The Algonquin College Dog Squad program has officially launched! Learn more about this program, the dogs involved and what this means for the Campus here »
A reminder that normal operations of the College have been suspended temporarily.
We are asking that students and learners DO NOT attend Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke Campuses during the period March 16th – April 5th.
Learn more here.
#ACALERT
: Due to the winter storm approaching, classes are suspended in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke as of 5 p.m. today, Tuesday, February 12. Algonquin College will be closed, with the exception of essential services, until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, February 13.
Shauna Bradley, CEO of the Heart and Crown Irish Pubs and former Algonquin College student, has gifted $15K to support students in the Culinary Management and Hotel and Restaurant Operations Management programs at Algonquin College.
Read the full story:
Congratulations to School of Media and Design Professor Michele Hall, recipient of the President's Star Award. Michele demonstrates the College’s values and mission everyday, and the whole College thanks her for her contributions! 🌟
Today, Algonquin College President and CEO
@cheryljensen
received the Employee’s Star Award, recognizing all of the contributions she has made to the College, and thanking her for her tireless efforts in living AC’s Mission: to transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success.
Congratulations to today's graduates of the Esthetics for New Canadians program, which helped prepare 23 Syrian students for jobs in the esthetics industry.
#Algonquin2019
Mayor
@JimWatsonOttawa
thanks Algonquin College President and CEO
@cheryljensen
for the impact she has made on the City of Ottawa, and presents her a certificate of appreciation.
"Driven by new public health recommendations and the growing impact of COVID-19 variants of concern, Algonquin College has decided to implement a mandatory vaccination policy for the Fall 2021 Term." - President and CEO Claude Brulé
The procession has begun in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Join them in the Student Commons this afternoon to learn more about the day, and how you can get involved.
#OurActionsMatter
We welcome our smallest guests back to Campus!
After a four-month shutdown, this week’s reopening of the Early Learning Centre was the result of hard work by various departments, who pulled together to establish a safe environment for 20 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
The procession has begun in honour of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Join them in the Student Commons this afternoon to learn more about the day, and how you can get involved.
Algonquin College is thrilled to announce the launch of the Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Food Science, the first of its kind in Ontario.🍴
Learn more about this exciting new program, new opportunities for students, and how YOU can apply:
"As a College, we stand against racism and prejudice in all its forms...As our Inclusion and Diversity Blueprint notes, this is a long-term commitment, and we will stand united." Please see here for a message from AC President
@claude_brule
.
"If all of you leave this virtual ceremony today with the view to be more kind and more civil, I think that's a good thing. I think society can use more of that"
AC was honoured to present
@spaikin
with an honorary degree at today's Arts, Media and Design ceremony
#Algonquin2021
Algonquin College President and CEO
@cheryljensen
joined the
@AlgonquinSA
for the Ceremonial First Crossing of their Rainbow Crosswalk today. Learn more about the Students' Association Pride Centre and initiatives here »
#PrideMonth
Today, we are taking a step back from social media for
#BlackOutTuesday
. We want to reaffirm our commitment to our values — Caring, Learning, Integrity and Respect — and be clear that discrimination and racism have no place at our College.
A big Algonquin College congratulations to our AC Public Relations students on their Future Leaders award win at the
#OttSocialImpactAwards
last night!
Congratulations to Cassandra Louise for winning the Board of Governors’ Student Changemaker Award for her work towards social sustainability at Algonquin College.
Algonquin College is proud to be able to provide protective equipment such as masks and gloves to the City, as mentioned today by
@fordnation
. Learn how Algonquin College is helping
#FlattenTheCurve
via
@OttawaCitizen
We are proud to be presenting
@catherinejclark
– Co-Founder, The Honest Talk – with an Honorary Degree from the Faculty of Arts, Media & Design at this week’s
#Algonquin2022
convocation ceremony. Please join us in congratulating Catherine.
Learn more:
Congratulations to Victoria Tiqui-Sanford and Chris Lackner, recipients of today's President's Star Award. These two work tirelessly each day to ensure Algonquin College's core values are upheld, and the entire AC community thanks them for their hard work. 🌟
ICYMI: Keshana King, Business Management and Entrepreneurship student, wins The Great Promise Award, and $1000 in funding at the Youth Innovation Summit. To learn more about her social action project, the Actionpreneur Project, visit the link:
Algonquin College has broken enrolment records this fall, seeing increases across the board for the second year in a row. Learn more about this milestone here »
We are proud to share the five individuals who will be awarded honorary degrees at Algonquin College's upcoming Spring Convocation.
Please join us in congratulating these exceptional community leaders.
Learn more:
Algonquin College was thrilled today to announce a partnership with
@GlebeCentre
to establish a “living classroom” to serve the College’s two-term Personal Support Worker program, allowing PSW students to take advantage of a full work-integrated learning environment.
A big congratulations to Sara Jordan, winner of today's President's Star Award! This award is presented to employees who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in their role within the College community. ⭐️
Congratulations to AC professor and program co-ordinator Colin Mills who has been awarded the Victor Tolgesy Arts Award, recognizing the accomplishments of residents who have contributed substantially to enriching cultural life in the city.
Learn more:
Congratulations to our graduates! Today is the day – this is your Virtual Convocation Ceremony! Check out our Convocation page to learn how you can join in and celebrate with us!
#Algonquin2020
🎓
The Carleton community is mourning the loss of Pius Adesanmi, director of the Institute of African Studies, who was among the 18 Canadians killed in today’s Ethiopian Airlines disaster. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
The AC community is rallying to respond after Friday’s devastating storm and power outage, with increased culinary and service staff on site. Learn more here:
#OttawaOutage