The union representing full-time faculty at Ontario’s 24 colleges has announced plans to hold a strike vote on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2010.
Niagara College will make every effort to keep all staff and students updated on this important matter.
The College will be open and classes will resume as scheduled on Monday, Jan. 11, 2010 for the Winter semester.
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College faculty and staff,
2009 has been a year of tremendous achievement and change at Niagara College. As we prepare to break for the holidays, I would like to congratulate and thank all staff for their hard work and dedication that is the foundation for our ongoing success and the rewarding futures we create for our graduates.
I can’t recall a time in our College’s history when there has been as much activity and excitement. A sampling of some of our many highlights from the past year include the opening of the Wine Visitor + Education Centre, the announcement of the Applied Health Institute, the launch of our new “Applied Dreams” branding, record enrolment once again, #1 ranking in student satisfaction for a fifth straight year, great progress in our Master Plan construction project (the largest in Niagara College history), and visits by high-level dignitaries including the Prime Minister of Canada and the Prince of Wales. Our students continue to flourish on community projects and at various competitions at both the provincial and national levels. We are all very proud of them, and their numerous medals and awards are constant reminders of the excellence we all strive for. Thank you to the faculty and staff who coordinate, coach and travel with our students who embody the essence of all that is Niagara College.
The December 2009 edition of College Report (www.niagaracollege.ca/ncglobal/docs/collegereport_Dec2009-WEB.pdf) is hot off the press. Please take a moment to read the latest update on the Master Plan, find out how hybrid learning is changing the classroom and see how the Student Access Committee is working to improve access for non-traditional learners.
As we look ahead to entering a new decade, 2010 promises to be another exciting year, with new instructional facilities and buildings, innovative new programs and continued growth and success. While I can’t ignore the fact that we will have challenges to face in the coming year, I truly believe we have the best team of dedicated faculty and staff and together we will continue to make Niagara College the best college in the province.
It was great to see so many of you at the Holiday Reception yesterday. Please accept my personal best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season filled with the warmth of family and friends, and I look forward to seeing you in the New Year, re-energized and ready to build on our success.
Cheers,
Dan
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Niagara College Continuing Education Winter Registration is now underway.
Whether you are looking to upgrade your skills or learn new ones, Continuing Education is a great way to explore the opportunities that are available.
More than 40 courses are new this year, including Financial Management (Retirement Communities/Long Term Care), Presentation and Web Page Design, Design Basics and Zumba Dance Aerobics.
Regular courses start the week of January, 18, 2010, with online courses starting January, 15, and March 1, 2010.
Niagara College’s Continuing Education department offers three terms annually, with more than 400 courses and programs for adult students, mostly on evenings and weekends. Courses cover a broad range of credit, vocational and general interest areas and are offered at locations throughout the Niagara Region. Students may pursue studies on a part-time basis towards the completion of many certificate and post-secondary programs.
Over 15,000 students attend Niagara College on a part-time basis through Continuing Education. Financial assistance is available.
The Niagara College Winter 2010 Continuing Education & Part-Time Studies Calendar was distributed throughout the Niagara Region last week. A full listing of courses, and registration information, is available online at www.niagaracollege.ca/ce.
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For more information, contact:
Kim Walker
Dean, Continuing Education
Niagara College
905-735-2211, ex 7868
kimwalker@niagaracollege.ca
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The Niagara College Teaching Winery has introduced a new way for wine enthusiasts to taste the best of Niagara with its ‘Top of the Class’ Wine Club.
Members will enjoy carefully selected VQA wines crafted by Niagara College students, under the mentorship of professional winemaker Terence Van Rooyen.
Membership consists of either two or six bottles per shipment, delivered to members each month. Each shipment will include wine tasting notes with food pairing suggestions. In addition, members will receive a wine club membership card, which allows for complimentary table wine samples at the Niagara College Teaching Winery and savings on select wine-related merchandise. Members will also receive invitations to exclusive club member events and wine education seminars, and vouchers for complimentary VIP winery tours for members and their guests.
Wine Club shipments will take place the week of the 15th each month. The first shipment for Wine Club members is scheduled for the week of Dec. 15, just in time for the holidays.
For more information, or to join the NCT Winery Wine Club online, visit www.nctwinery.com, or email wineclub@niagaracollege.ca.
The Niagara College Teaching (NCT) Winery serves as a practical learning enterprise for students in Niagara College’s Winery and Viticulture Technician, Wine Business Management (post-graduate) and Certified Sommelier programs. Since opening in 2002, the wines of the NCT Winery have captured more than 90 national and international awards. The NCT Winery has recently acquired a new home in the newly constructed Wine Visitor + Education Centre located at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus. NCT Winery wines are sold at the Niagara-on-the-Lake Campus Wine Store, with all proceeds supporting student learning. Learn more at www.nctwinery.com.
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For more information, contact:
Steve Gill
Manager, Wine and Viticulture
Niagara College Teaching Winery
905-641-2252 ext 4076
sgill@niagaracollege.ca
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