鈥淚t鈥檚 all part of supporting the next generation of workers鈥�
Amidst a global pandemic, 17吃瓜鈥檚 Co-operative Education program had a landmark year with its highest number of students drawn from the widest variety of academic programs securing work term placements this summer. In partnership with primarily local employers, 73 undergraduate students across three faculties were employed in roles benefitting the students鈥� professional development and providing employers with access to high-quality talent. The co-op program had a 100 per cent placement rate for the summer, with every student seeking a work term through the program being hired.
Academic Instructional Skills Program - Panel Discussion on "What makes and effective teacher?"
The Teaching and Learning Centre and the E-Learning Office will be launching the new Academic Instructional Skills Program (AISP) on Thursday, September 16 at 2:30 pm in the Health Sciences Building, Room 104. Come and join us for a discussion with a diverse panel of accomplished post-secondary educators from 17吃瓜 on the topic of 鈥淲hat makes an effective teacher鈥�.
Kinesiology students seeking participants for exercise training program
Students from 17吃瓜鈥檚 Kinesiology 3430 class are seeking participants to take part in a four-week exercise training program, plus pre- and post-assessment sessions for six weeks total. Students will create personalized exercise training programs for each participant, based on their fitness, skill level, and personal interests.
Atlantic Veterinary College cancels the 2021 AVC Open House
For the second year, the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the 17吃瓜 has made the decision to cancel AVC Open House.
鈥淥pen House is one of AVC鈥檚 signature events and one that we take great pride in. We know that many people look forward to this event every year, which made this decision even more difficult,鈥� explains Dr. Greg Keefe, dean, Atlantic Veterinary College. 鈥淕iven the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, we decided it would be best to be cautious and look to resume Open House next year.鈥�
SEASON PREVIEW: Men鈥檚 Soccer Panthers hope to keep playoff tradition alive with young roster
As 17吃瓜鈥檚 Men鈥檚 Soccer program ushers in a new era, head coach Lewis Page is leaning on past experiences to help his team stay competitive.
SEASON PREVIEW: With renewed belief, Women鈥檚 Soccer Panthers look to snap playoff drought
If the exhibition results are any indication, the 17吃瓜 Women鈥檚 Soccer Panthers should be a fun team to watch this season.
Head coach Lewis Page was pleased to watch his team finish the preseason slate with a 2鈥�2鈥�0 record, including impressive wins against St. FX and UNB鈥攖wo teams expected to sit atop the Atlantic University Sport (AUS) standings.
The biggest difference Page has seen from his squad since becoming their coach in 2020 has been their drive to win.
鈥淭hey鈥檝e really raised their competitive desire to a higher level, and it鈥檚 exciting to watch,鈥� he said.
Volunteer Opportunity: Afternoon of Service with Mi鈥檏maq Printing and Design
17吃瓜's Work-Integrated Learning department is partnering with Mi鈥檏maq Printing and Design to provide support for Orange Shirt Day / National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Mi鈥檏maq Printing and Design (MPD) is a social enterprise dedicated to the celebration and education of Mi'kmaq culture. This time of year, Islanders flock to MPD to purchase their orange shirts and show their support for those effected by the Canadian residential school system.
Meet Dr. Nadja Bressan, assistant professor in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
What brought you to 17吃瓜? In other words, why did you choose to join the faculty?
I had always dreamed of teaching and when I was eight years old, I told my mom "one day, I will be a professor".
Get To Know BDO National Information Session
Students! Are you interested in a career with BDO? Don鈥檛 miss out on our National BDO Information Session, being held on Thursday, September 9th at 7:00 pm AST. BDO representatives from all services lines and various cities across Canada will be speaking to their personal experiences, BDO鈥檚 culture, and discussing the types of candidates we are looking for. Register now to secure your spot!
