Student finds a home in Computer Sciences at OC
June 10, 2024
When ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ student Kristina Cormier was searching for post-secondary schools to attend, she had some criteria she was looking for.She researched the benefits of different industries she was interested in and the programs that were available. She heard good things about OC alumni and the work they were doing. She loved the location in the Okanagan Valley and the small class sizes OC is known for.But it was OCβs Computer Science Department that really caught her eye. She was soon enrolled in the Bachelor of Compu...
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²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ Launches Survey to Assess Community Interest in Clean Energy Retrofitting
May 29, 2024
A unique applied research project is underway with the launch of an important community initiative aimed at promoting sustainability in Vernon.Led by OC faculty, the project aims to initiate a comprehensive survey to assess community interest in clean energy retrofitting among homeowners.In collaboration with HomeZero Collective, and with support from a Mobilize research grant funded through NSERC, ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ seeks to gather valuable insights from Vernon residents regarding their attitudes, motivations and barriers related to ...
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OC professor named Business Woman of the Year
May 28, 2024
²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ business professor Dr. Kyleen Myrah was named the 2024 Business Woman of the Year by the Kelowna Women In Business (KWIB) organization earlier this month.Myrah was not able to be at the award ceremony as she was with ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ students at the Enactus Canada National Exhibition, doing what she does best, leading students to chase their passions and make a difference with their careers. Myrahβs mother was in attendance along with OC business alum Danielle Walker, who accepted the award...
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BC Anti-Racism Awareness Week, May 27-June 2, 2024
May 27, 2024
Have you seen the Anti-Racism Reminder posters popping up on bulletin boards across OC campuses recently? As B.C. marks Anti-Racism Awareness Week starting on May 27 to June 2, itβs a good time to reflect on what all of us at ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ are doing to engage with anti-racism in our classrooms, campuses, and communities β and to think about what more we can do.²έΑρΚΣΖ΅'s mission to transform lives and communities and our commitment to equitable and inclusive access to education, make it crucial for each of us to understan...
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Enactus OC has a strong showing at Canadian Nationals
May 23, 2024
²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ students met with success as they competed against other students across Canada with the latest venture from its sustainable business the Unusually Good Food Co., at the Enactus Canada National Exposition in Toronto that took place May 14-16. Two teams from Enactus OC took part in the competition which brought together students from post-secondary schools to present unique new ideas and test them against their peers while being judged by industry experts. The Nationals team made it through to the semifinal roun...
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OC Coyotes win 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship
May 15, 2024
ContributedThe ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ Coyotes have won the 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship with a 21-10 record, securing the number one seed heading into the Canadian College World Series.βIt has been a very rewarding season for our program, we have dealt with a lot of adversity with injuries, and to finish on top was a great accomplishment by the players. It is a testament to the depth of our group,β says Head Coach Geoff White.The Coyotes finished the regular season with a run of nine wins in t...
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OC Coyotes win 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship
May 15, 2024
Contributed by OC CoyotesThe ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ Coyotes have won the 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship with a 21-10 record, securing the number one seed heading into the Canadian College World Series.βIt has been a very rewarding season for our program, we have dealt with a lot of adversity with injuries, and to finish on top was a great accomplishment by the players. It is a testament to the depth of our group,β says Head Coach Geoff ...
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Women empowering high school girls to step into trades
May 14, 2024
One hundred female high school students from the Okanagan, Similkameen and Shuswap will be learning from successful women this week at ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ at the inaugural Jill of All Trades event, to be held at OCβs Kelowna campus Wednesday, May 15. Mentors like Sandy Morris, who has been involved in residential construction for more than 15 years and now owns her own construction business, will be at OC to help introduce careers in trades to young women. Morris will be joined by other female industry mentors, including aircraft ...
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Students discuss cultural diversity and community involvement
May 8, 2024
The Asian Heritage Month 2024 opening event hosted by the OCCA Communities Association showcased diverse discussions and captivating performances. ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅ was a proud supporter of the event alongside UBC Okanagan. The event celebrated cultural diversity and emphasized community involvement.The panel discussion was led by Dr. Shirley Chau, Associate Professor at the School of Social Work at UBC Okanagan. Students of Asian heritage from ²έΑρΚΣΖ΅, UBC Okanagan, and OKM Secondary joined the discussion, sharing their sto...
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Robocup Junior takes over Kelowna Campus
May 8, 2024
For August Beetlestone, a lead educator at the Okanagan Robotics Academy, seeing his students compete in Robocup is an incredible source of pride. Beetlestoneβs students meet weekly to design, build and program robots while fostering lifelong friendships centred on a love of robotics, electronics and engineering. The Okanagan Robotics Academy brings educators together with a goal to enhance student experience in real-world robotics, electronics, and engineering through competit...
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