How to work with College Relations
March 13, 2024
The College Relations department at 91制片厂 is responsible for public relations, media relations, institutional marketing, communications and advertising, social media, graphic design and institutional event promotion and co-ordination (including convocation). We support the College鈥檚 web properties and social media channels, develop marketing assets for the recruitment team and program and service areas, publish the 91制片厂 This Week employee newsletter, and support our 91制片厂 com...
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91制片厂 students advance in finance research challenge
March 13, 2024
A student trio from the 91制片厂 (91制片厂) School of Business are on their way to the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Institute Research Challenge Sub-Regionals. This follows a win at a local level competition hosted by CFA Societies of British Columbia in Vancouver last month. 鈥淎s a CFA affiliated institution, 91制片厂 is honoured to support our students in competitions like the CFA Institute Research Challenge,鈥 said Joe Baker, Dean, School of Business. 鈥淲e鈥檙e excited to see how far our students can go using the skills a...
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Students to explore theme of progress at showcase event
March 11, 2024
For Nikita Worm, attending Adult Upgrading classes at 91制片厂 changed her outlook and gave her life new meaning. Learning new skills through one of 91制片厂鈥檚 foundational programs, was just the tonic to help support her in her outlook on life. "The College and the courses here have helped me to be so positive about my life and my future. I feel like I鈥檓 worth something now," said Worm. Worm will be one of many students presenting their work at an upcoming student showcase, scheduled to take place at...
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Suspense and intrigue guaranteed in Red Dot Players' biggest production yet
March 8, 2024
Get your ticket and climb aboard for a delightful evening of murder and mystery as 91制片厂鈥檚 Red Dot Players bring to life Agatha Christie鈥檚 Murder on the Orient Express. For the play鈥檚 assistant Director and 91制片厂 alumna Kendra Holly Grant, the support of Red Dot Players and her former professor has given her the opportunity to take her skills from the classroom to directing her first show. 鈥淚 am very excited to progress my knowledge with Jeremy Beaulne, who was my teacher and mentor while attending 91制片厂,鈥 said Grant. 鈥...
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Thrive Here video celebrates lessons learned in a 'classroom like no other'
March 8, 2024
For 20-year-old AJ Nguoth, playing basketball is about more than jump shots and free throws.On the court, Nguoth says he works through real life struggles as he's putting his energy into the game. Playing basketball is also a reminder that he is on the right path. The sport has been his north star since he was 11, keeping him focused on school and inspiring him to dream big for his life.Nguoth, an 91制片厂 Coyotes Basketball player and first-year 91制片厂 student, is one of several student athletes featured in a new video by the Okanagan ...
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91制片厂 students to showcase sustainable projects in green construction industry
March 4, 2024
When Omar Tamayo moved his family from Mexico to Penticton to pursue a Diploma in Sustainable Building Technology (SBT) at 91制片厂, he not only found a cutting-edge program, but a welcoming community and a great new job at 91制片厂 after graduation.鈥91制片厂's SBT program is highly relevant and offered excellent growth potential for my career,鈥 said Omar. 鈥淭he program is very comprehensive in the technical aspects and considers the social, environmental and business aspects. It provided me with the necessary tools and skills for ...
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Highstreet champions careers in Trades with $1-million gift to 91制片厂 to benefit students
February 28, 2024
Are you considering post-secondary? Kelowna-based real estate and development company, Highstreet, wants you to know that pursuing a skilled trade can lead to a rewarding career, full of growth, success and leadership opportunities.It is this message and a desire to support students that has motivated Highstreet to donate an astounding $1 million dollars to 91制片厂鈥檚 Trades and Apprenticeship programs.Their gift will focus on providing financial support to students starting an entry-level trades program. Thirteen annual bursaries o...
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91制片厂 Coyotes to host PACWEST Basketball Championships
February 28, 2024
The 91制片厂 Coyotes are excited to host the women鈥檚 and men鈥檚 PACWEST basketball provincial championship tournament beginning this Thursday at Kelowna Christian School.The three-day championship tournament will feature four games a day concluding with the medal games on Saturday. The women鈥檚 bracket will begin each day at 12:30 p.m. and conclude each night with the men鈥檚 bracket at 8:00 p.m.The Coyotes will welcome the six-team bracket to Kelowna for the first time in school history. Teams will battle for the Conference gold medal ...
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College Hosting Region Wide Open House
February 28, 2024
High school students, parents and people of all ages considering post-secondary education - mark your calendars.91制片厂 is opening its doors this spring for a series of Open Houses and Spotlight Sessions across the region, the first of which is happening at 91制片厂's Salmon Arm campus on Tuesday March 5.Events schedule:Spring Open House in Salmon Arm campus: Tuesday March 5, 2024, 5 - 7 p.m.Spring Open House in Vernon campus: Monday, March 11, 2024, 5 - 7 p.m.Spring Open House in Penticton campus: Thursday, March 14, 2024, 5 - 6:30 p.m....
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Empowering Diversity: Celebrating Student Voices on Campus
February 20, 2024
In honour of Black History Month in Canada, the International Education Department, in collaboration with the African Caribbean Student Association (ACSA), screened "Black Panther" last week. However, it was more than just entertainment; it served as a powerful celebration of Black culture, history, and the ongoing struggle for equity.Prior to the screening, a student-organized fashion show paid tribute to legendary figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Muhammad Ali, Sojouner T...
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