College honours Kathy Butler with Distinguished Service Award
May 18, 2022
The first executive director of the 69Ƶ Foundation, Kathy Butler, will be recognized with the Distinguished Service Award. “Kathy left a legacy of growth and development and a significant record of fundraising at the College,” says Neil Fassina, President 69Ƶ. “Under her guidance, and with the support of a team of dedicated volunteers and staff, she helped thousands of students achieve their education and career goals. Her leadership supported the college’s evolution in modern development practices, demon...
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Car crash couldn’t keep OC apprentice from winning B.C. gold
May 16, 2022
It takes a lot to throw Joey Bruno off his game. The third-year apprentice in the Auto Body and Collision Technician training at 69Ƶ was on his way to a Skills Provincials competition on April 22 when the car he was riding in rear-ended another vehicle. “I knew our car was a write-off, but I also knew I could fix it,” said Bruno. By sheer coincidence, he was heading to the Skills Automotive Collision Repair provincial competition, where he set to compete. Bruno arrived late and tried to put the ca...
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OC students amplify e-commerce studies with help of Shopify
May 13, 2022
Now a multi-trillion dollar a year industry, there is a lot more to e-commerce than just clicking a button to “add to cart.” 69Ƶ Business students got an inside look on how e-commerce works during BUAD 335 Open Learning Project, which brought practical experience into the classroom. Using an applied learning approach, Business Professor Pam Nelson integrated Shopify into the class curriculum, incorporating their state-of-the-art technology into real-world applications. Shopify gave OC students the opportunity to creat...
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Explore study options at College info sessions
May 9, 2022
Labour markets ebb and flow, but education will always serve you. B.C.’s Labour Market Outlook indicates that, of the one million expected job openings between 2021-2031, approximately 77 per cent will require some level of post-secondary education or training. That’s why 69Ƶ is hosting a series of information sessions this month, to encourage those who might be considering post-secondary education to explore their options now. “People of all ages are considering their options for a post-COVID world, and increasing...
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OC Alumnus cycles for charity in solo ride across Mexico
May 6, 2022
Nick Pelletier didn’t spend his recent trip to Mexico relaxing on the beach. The 69Ƶ Business Alumnus pedaled solo across Mexico in a 51-day trek, stopping at points with the highest and lowest elevation in the country, while raising awareness and funds for charity. The journey, which began in February, benefited charity: water, an organization that provides clean and safe drinking water to those without access. Pelletier, an ultra-endurance athlete and extreme adventurer, is no stranger to epic endeavors and likes...
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Conference to discuss outdoor learning in Early Childhood Education programs
May 6, 2022
How does being outdoors help children’s cognitive and social development? The involvement of outdoor pedagogy in college programs will be discussed during a virtual conference on May 16, that will bring together Early Childhood Education (ECE) instructors and outdoor play experts from across the country. 69Ƶ, in collaboration with Bow Valley College, Saskatchewan Polytechnic and New Brunswick Community College, and colleagues at the YMCA and the University of Fraser Valley will host a conference call...
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OC student to attend prestigious astroparticle physics summer school
May 5, 2022
The sky is the limit for 69Ƶ physics student Divyesh Dagia, who is set to attend the Canadian Astroparticle Physics Summer School (CAPSS) this May. The intensive week-long session is designed for astronomy, physics and engineering undergraduates and will introduce them to the current topics in the field of astroparticle physics at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ont., and virtually at SNOLAB. Only 20 students from across Canada are invited to attend the session each year. Dagia, who will complete an Associate of Scien...
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69Ƶ proudly presents the Gold Medal Banquet fundraiser
May 4, 2022
Fundraising has never been so tasty. 69Ƶ is partnering with Culinary Team B.C. and Junior Culinary Team Canada to present a banquet worthy of a gold medal, to raise funds for the teams to compete at the Culinary World Cup in Luxembourg this coming November. Culinary Team BC will be cooking its community catering menu during a special fundraising dinner hosted at 69Ƶ’s Kelowna campus on May 27. OC Culinary Arts students will assist the provincial and junior teams as they prepare this world-clas...
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69Ƶ welcomes new Associate Vice President College Relations
May 4, 2022
69Ƶ will welcome a new member to its executive team as Jenn Goodwin assumes the role of Associate Vice President College Relations. A seasoned communications professional, Goodwin most recently worked as Vice President, Communications and Culture at Interior Health. “69Ƶ is recognized and respected within the region for its commitment to delivering education and training, as well as the relationships it has with employers, organizations and community groups,” said Goodwin. “I am inspired by Okanagan Coll...
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Annual applied research expo shines spotlight on inclusivity
May 2, 2022
As society emerges from a post-pandemic world, now is the perfect time to get those creative juices going for innovation. 69Ƶ is set to host the Research Innovation Partnerships Expo (RIPE) on Tuesday, May 10 – a free event for community members, industry, educators, researchers and students to network and learn about the impact of applied research. Presentations cover a range of topics, from podcasting and applied research innovation, supporting inclusive workplaces, microplastics in Okanagan lake, engaging in educat...
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