911±¬ΑΟΝψ sets tuition rates for 2025/2026
December 13, 2024
Tuition rates for the 2025/26 program year have been approved by the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Board of Governors. Domestic student tuition will increase by two per cent, and international student tuition will increase by 4.8 per cent, effective September 2025.Domestic student tuitionThe increase to domestic student tuition complies with B.C.βs tuition limit policy and will come into effect in September 2025. The tuition limit policy applies to domestic tuition only. Post-secondary institutions receive funding from the provincial gover...
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911±¬ΑΟΝψ research initiative aims to support students recovering from concussions
December 12, 2024
After suffering a concussion while pursuing his research degree, 911±¬ΑΟΝψ professor Colin Wallace faced profound challenges β from intense fatigue to difficulty concentrating β that reshaped his perspective on recovery.Now an educator in 911±¬ΑΟΝψβs Department of Kinesiology, Wallace often finds himself supporting students navigating their own journeys of healing from mild traumatic brain injuries. Driven by his personal experience and professional insight, Wallace has launched a groundbreaking research project aimed at transformin...
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911±¬ΑΟΝψ and Westbank First Nation Celebrate Naming Ceremony at Kelowna Campus
December 6, 2024
Members of Westbank First Nation along with 911±¬ΑΟΝψ students, employees and local community members came together at 911±¬ΑΟΝψβs Kelowna campus for an historic announcement as Westbank First Nation Elders provided two Syilx Okanagan names for the newly opened student housing building on the Kelowna campus.In providing the names, Syilx Okanagan Nation Elders Pamela and Grouse Barnes considered the design of the building, which includes an Indigenous feather design created by Syilx artist Clint George on the exterior a...
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911±¬ΑΟΝψ Foundation distributes over $500,000 in student awards for fall semester
December 4, 2024
For Lucas Weigert, receiving awards was the moment he knew he had made the right choice to pursue his dream of becoming a doctor.Weigert, a second year Associate of Science student, was a student speaker at 911±¬ΑΟΝψβs (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) Kelowna Awards Celebration November 21. The event was one of three held in November that saw more than $550,000 distributed to 911±¬ΑΟΝψ students across the region.Weigert is completing his first two years of his undergraduate degree at 911±¬ΑΟΝψ before pursuing medical school.βWhen youβre constantly studying you can ha...
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911±¬ΑΟΝψ students push their limits at the IEEEXtreme challenge
December 1, 2024
When it comes to testing their knowledge limits, 911±¬ΑΟΝψ (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) students are a willing bunch! Mental dedication and endurance were on full display as students participated in the IEEEXtreme Programming Competition this past fallβa grueling 24-hour, worldwide computer coding event. Sixteen 911±¬ΑΟΝψ students in the Computer Information Systems (CIS) and Engineering programs from the Vernon and Kelowna campuses took on the challenge this year. The event, organized by the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electron...
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A message to our community on International education
November 29, 2024
From 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Provost Sam Lenci and VP of Enrolment Jenn Goodwin:Dear students, alumni, colleagues, partners, donors and friends,Over the past several weeks, you have likely become more aware of enrolment challenges facing many post-secondary institutions in Canada, including here at 911±¬ΑΟΝψ, following recent policy changes by the federal government.While the current situation is concerning, it is important our whole 911±¬ΑΟΝψ community understands and feels confident in our college and our future together. 911±¬ΑΟΝψ is today and...
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Community rallies for recreation: Thrive Here campaign hits major fundraising milestone
November 27, 2024
Thanks to a number of passionate individuals and organizations, the finish line for the Thrive Here campaign to build a gymnasium at 911±¬ΑΟΝψ is now in sight.The 911±¬ΑΟΝψ (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) Foundation is announcing it has raised $12 million towards its $14-million goal to build a Recreation and Wellness Centre on the Kelowna campus.βIt is truly a team effort by our community to make this centre a reality,β says Helen Jackman, executive director of the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Foundation.βWe want to thank everyone who has selflessly donated to help us g...
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New Dean of Teaching and Learning joins 911±¬ΑΟΝψ
November 25, 2024
911±¬ΑΟΝψ (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) is pleased to announce that Dr. Paul Martin will join the College as the Dean of Teaching and Learning Innovations, overseeing academic learning resources and 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Library Services."I am thrilled to be joining 911±¬ΑΟΝψ and look forward to working with the teaching and learning teams within the College,β said Dr. Martin. βI am inspired by all I have learned about the work being done by 911±¬ΑΟΝψ faculty and staff to create responsive and transformational learning opportunities for students. I am excited for the o...
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Triple threat 911±¬ΑΟΝψ alum inspires the next generation of women in trades at Jill of All Tradesβ’
November 22, 2024
When 911±¬ΑΟΝψ (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) alum Cassidy McEown took on the challenge of restoring a 1969 Roadrunner on the show Rust Valley Bros, she wasnβt just buffing out dentsβshe was proving her mettle. Tasked with handling the carβs 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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911±¬ΑΟΝψ partners with regional, provincial and national tourism organizations
November 22, 2024
Living and working in the Okanagan-Shuswap has its advantages, most notably a four-season playground featuring world-class tourism operations, wineries, craft breweries and incredible restaurants, along with abundant fruit and vegetables.911±¬ΑΟΝψ (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) is building on its relationships with industry partners in the food, beverage and tourism sectors to enhance its programming, signing strategic partnership agreements with the Thompson Okanagan Tourism Association (TOTA), the Tourism Industry Association of BC (TIABC), and Tour...
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