Malaspina University-College Carpentry program gets boost from businesses
May 1, 2006
The Malaspina University-College Carpentry Framer Technician program is a set of blue prints and a nail gun richer thanks to the generosity of Nanaimo and Vancouver-based businesses. Last month Krastel Design Group Ltd., Azza Blue Print and Midland Tools all made donations to the Nanaimo-based program. The Jenish House Design blueprints were donated through Nanaimo distributor Krastel Design... Read more
Workshop teaches how to live sustainably
April 25, 2006
Joanne Bakker and Sophie Rainford are on a mission. They want to inspire residents to change their daily habits and help Nanaimo "lead the way" in becoming an environmentally sustainable city. Bakker and Rainford are inviting the public to a one-day workshop called "Living Life Sustainably" at Malaspina University-College’s Nanaimo campus May 13. They’ve lined up a panel of speakers "to motivate... Read more
International scholars visit Mal-U to discuss teaching, learning and research
April 24, 2006
Top international scholars will visit Malaspina University-College in Nanaimo May 10 for a one-day symposium examining the best ways to link teaching and research to benefit student learning. Three scholars from the United Kingdom, U.S.A and Canada will share their knowledge and insight with Malaspina students, staff, faculty, academics from other institutions, and interested members of the... Read more
"Chocolate and coffee" seminar on aging
April 24, 2006
Enjoy free chocolate and coffee while learning about aging. In celebration of Canada Health Day, a one-day research seminar will be held at Malaspina University-College May 12. Keynote speaker Dr. Arlene Carson, a Canadian Health Services Research Foundation (CHSRF) post-doctoral research fellow affiliated with the Centre on Aging at the University of Victoria, will address the Social... Read more
Rhododendron Days kick off in Qualicum Beach
April 23, 2006
A colourful display of rhododendrons will be the feature attraction at the annual Rhododendron Days at Malaspina University-College Milner Gardens and Woodland May 4 to 14. "Rhododendron Days is one of the many events that take place at the garden throughout the year," said Toni O'Keefe, Malaspina's Director of Media Relations & Marketing. "May is the perfect time for members of the public... Read more
Charting a course to Culinary Arts career
April 23, 2006
At 18, Samantha Edmondson has learned one of the most important facts of life – education is everything. “When you have an education, you have a better chance of getting the kind of job you like,” says this bright, mature student in Malaspina University-College’s Culinary Arts program. Samantha “figured out” in grade 7 that she wants to pursue a career in cooking. While attending Frances Kelsey... Read more
Sweet taste of success for Mal-U students
April 19, 2006
Students in Malaspina University-College’s world renowned Culinary Arts and Professional Baking programs are enjoying the sweet taste of success after winning seven gold medals at a sugar sculpture competition in Kelowna. Chris Szilagyi won grand gold and best overall in the show in the novice category for an elaborate sugar sculpture of an oriental garden, river and bridge. Sugar sculptures are... Read more
Malaspina builds bridge to help future engineers
April 18, 2006
Malaspina University-College is building a bridge to help future engineers launch their careers. The ‘bridge’ is a new agreement with the University of Victoria (UVIC) which allows Malaspina to offer second-year engineering courses at the Nanaimo campus in September. "This is great news for students who live north of Victoria, especially in smaller Vancouver Island communities like Nanaimo,"... Read more
Richard Johnston receives Honorary Degree
April 17, 2006
More than 3,000 spectators gathered at Mejiro University in Japan to watch Malaspina University-College President Richard Johnston receive an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Education earlier this month. "Effective leadership is a rare skill and those who have worked with President Johnston have enjoyed the benefit of his guidance and his leadership," said Mejiro University President Koki Sato... Read more
Public invited to dental screening clinic
April 12, 2006
It’s time for dental assistant students at Malaspina University-College to practice their skills on real people. The public is invited to book appointments for a dental screening clinic at the Nanaimo campus April 19. “It’s an annual event where students gain practical, hands-on training,” said instructor Mandy Hayre. “They’ve practiced their skills on mannequins and each other, and are now... Read more