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Camosun Board of Governors welcomes business developer Ian Cowan
December 14, 2012
The Camosun College Board of Governors is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Board member, Mr. Ian Cowan.
Camosun VP receives Peter Gzowski award for championing adult literacy
December 4, 2012
Literacy Victoria awarded the 2012 Peter Gzowski Award to Mr. John Boraas, Camosun's VP Education, recognizing his life-long personal and professional commitment to adult literacy.
Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Capstone Symposium
December 3, 2012
A 7.5 foot blimp will be flying around the room, controlled by an android smart phone. Another smart phone will be controlling a blast of sounds created by an analog tube guitar effects module. These are just two of the student projects on display at the Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Capstone Symposium at Camosun's Interurban campus, Tuesday, December 4, 2012.
Important notice: Job action set for 10:45 – 1:15 this Friday
November 28, 2012
Camosun support workers (CUPE 2081) have indicated that job action will be occurring for a brief time this upcoming Friday, November 30. However, the action will be directed at a local MLA office and will not happen on campus. As there will be no pickets on campus, this will result in NO disruption of classes but could impact most services. As a result College services may be limited or closed between 10:45am and 1:15pm. The College regrets any inconvenience this may cause.
Important message for Camosun College students regarding possible labour action
November 16, 2012
You may be aware that the College's Support staff union (CUPE Local 2081) recently voted in favour of strike action. CUPE has served the college with strike notice and is in a legal position to engage in job action as early as next week.
Camosun students and alumni check out living books to learn about careers
November 16, 2012
Whether it's accounting, athletic therapy, woodworking, sport management or public relations, it's always better to learn about a career from someone who's currently working in the profession.
Camosun College business students place first in CMA BC case competition
November 15, 2012
Four Camosun business students took the top prize at the sixth annual Certified Management Accountants Society of BC case competition held at SFU earlier this month. Competing against 30 other teams of first- and second-year students from BC's universities and colleges, the Camosun team demonstrated exceptional management skills by analyzing a fictional business case of Sarah's Antiques.
Camosun's Employment Skills Access program provides hope and new job prospects
October 25, 2012
Camosun College will receive up to $943,000 in Employment Skills Access funding to train eligible clients in six targeted job-readiness programs. Over $611,000 has been directly awarded to Camosun and additional funding will come through partnerships with Vancouver Island University, North Island College and Capilano University.
Camosun Applied Research hosts forum on GeoPower, Oct. 25
October 22, 2012
Camosun's Centre for Applied Research and Innovation hosts a free GreenTech Exchange forum on Geothermal power this Thursday, Oct. 25. All welcome.
Camosun students receive 17 of 89 Ike Barber BC Transfer Scholarships awarded earlier this month
October 16, 2012
Seventeen deserving Camosun College students each received a $5,000 Ike Barber BC Transfer Scholarship recognizing their excellent academic achievement and community service. The Irving K. Barber Scholarship Society, named for the BC philanthropist and founder of Slocan Forest Products Ltd., encourages students to start their post-secondary studies at a local public institution like Camosun College, then transfer to a degree-granting institution in BC to complete their four-year bachelor's degree.
Camosun ready for ShakeOut BC drill, October 18
October 12, 2012
Camosun students and employees are getting ready to drop, cover and hold on for the BC-wide earthquake drill, ShakeOut, October 18 at 10:18am.
Camosun celebrates new Medical Radiography program and facilities
October 9, 2012
Camosun's School of Health and Human Services celebrates the official opening of its new Island Medical Radiography Technology (MRT) program and facilities at the Lansdowne campus, October 9.
Camosun instructor wins international technology award
October 5, 2012
Electronics and Computer Engineering instructor Joyce van de Vegte has been awarded third prize in a world-wide electrotechnology challenge.
Tour de Rock team visits PISE
October 3, 2012
The Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence (PISE) is excited to announce that the Canadian Cancer Society Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock Team will be making a stop at PISE’s Sport Day on Thursday, October 4, just one day before the completion of their 1,000-kilometre journey.
Camosun to build Trades Learning Centre for Excellence
September 20, 2012
Camosun is receiving over $29 million from the Ministry of Advanced Education to renew and enhance its existing Trades facilities at the Interurban campus.
Camosun encourages commuters to go CAR FREE for a day
September 20, 2012
In recognition of World Car Free Day & Ride Share week, Camosun College will host two CAR FREE events to encourage all commuters to re-think PARKing.
Camosun College records largest ever international student intake
September 13, 2012
Camosun College has recorded its largest ever intake of international students this September, with a 27% increase over this time last year.
Unprecedented industry sponsorships support students' technology projects
September 13, 2012
For the first time ever, a Camosun student team has been granted more than $50,000 to fund their final project. With NEPTUNE Canada as their sponsor, four Mechanical Engineering Technology students are developing a prototype for an Underwater Wireless Tsunami Detection Station.
Camosun's Dental Health Clinic now open for evening appointments
September 7, 2012
The Dental Health Education Center at the Lansdowne Campus is now accepting new clients for professional dental hygiene care. Starting September 17, the clinic will be open Monday evenings in addition to offering morning and afternoon appointments throughout the week.
Welcome to CamFestival 2012: Sept. 4, 6 & 27
August 24, 2012
Camosun students—avoid Bookstore line-ups by pre-ordering texts online
August 22, 2012
The Camosun College Bookstore recently launched its "order online/pick-up in-store" program to help students save time and avoid line-ups during their first week back to school.
Mosaics for Camosun
July 24, 2012
Plan ahead for a new career
July 10, 2012
Athletic and Exercise Therapy teaching clinic welcomes new clients
July 10, 2012
Camosun College celebrates National Aboriginal Day
June 21, 2012
National Aboriginal Day is Thursday, June 21 but in many respects, every day is Aboriginal Day at Camosun. Year round, we connect with Aboriginal learners at all points of the educational journey—either on campus or in community, from foundations of literacy right through to advanced college credentials and exciting careers. After twenty years of Aboriginal education and powerful community connections, Camosun is a welcoming educational hub for learners from across the Island and across the country.
Fine Furniture grads show off their "Alder Ego," June 21-29
June 20, 2012
After 10 intense and creative months, 16 students are about to graduate from Camosun College with a certificate in Fine Furniture and Joinery. And now they're laying it on the line with their end-of-year exhibit, Alder Ego, showcasing their final projects and submitting their creations to critical judgment by industry experts at the Victoria Community Arts Council Gallery, Cedar Hill Recreation Centre, June 21-29.
Congratulations, graduates!
June 20, 2012
Once upon a time, you discovered your passion and registered at Camosun. You attended all your classes, completed all your assignments, and finally crossed the stage in front of your friends and family at Camosun's 2012 graduation celebrations.
Student tech talent showcased at Capstone Symposium
June 15, 2012
After two and a half years of hard work and study, 12 teams of Camosun students showcased their final projects for the public and prospective employers. The semi-annual Capstone Symposium was held Thursday, June 14, 2012 at Camosun's Interurban campus.
Camosun celebrates its graduates June 19 at the Royal
June 13, 2012
More than 1,500 graduates and guests are expected to attend Camosun College's Spring 2012 Graduation Ceremonies Tuesday, June 19, 1pm and 4pm, at the Royal Theatre, Victoria. Tuesday's ceremony is the largest ever hosted by Camosun College, and more than 100 faculty will be on hand to cheer their students' achievements. s
Information for graduates and guests
June 7, 2012
More than 2500 grads, faculty and guests are expected to attend Camosun College's 2012 Convocation Ceremonies on June 19. For the first time in grad history, the ceremony will be at the beautiful and historic Royal Theatre.
E-PPRENTICE program takes gold
June 5, 2012
Camosun awarded over $2 million in research grants
May 31, 2012
Camosun College has been awarded two major national research grants for its work in Applied Research.
The magic of Co-op Education: Erica Parsons' story
May 29, 2012
Camosun given provincial go-ahead to propose renewed trades facilities
May 23, 2012
The Ministry of Advanced Education has given Camosun the go-ahead to develop a comprehensive business case for the renewal of trades facilities at Interurban campus.
Trades and Technology Awards
May 23, 2012
The School of Trades and Technology annual Student Awards Ceremony was held on Thursday, May 17, 2012. More than 100 awards were presented, for a total value of $51,500.
Open House 2012 in pictures
May 4, 2012
Over 1500 high school students, representing 15 different high schools, arrived on the Interurban campus early Thursday morning, some coming from as far north as Chemainus.
Learning to sail the international seas—without leaving dry land
April 20, 2012
Camosun's Nautical departmentcan teach everything you'll need for an exciting sea-faring career. With a combination of sophisticated technology and expert faculty, you can gain at-the-helm experience on the high seas—virtually, that is—using Camosun's Transas Navi-Trainer 4000 desktop simulator!
Camosun launches new Comics and Graphic Novels certificate
April 18, 2012
Camosun hosts South Island skills competition plus Try-a-Skill activities for spectators
March 28, 2012
Spring preventive dental health clinic
March 13, 2012
Camosun offers leadership course for First Nations students
January 5, 2012
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