91大香蕉全集 earns back-to-back gold medals at national business case competition
March 8, 2022
For the first time in the 17-year history of the Scotiabank National Case Competition, a business school has recorded back-to-back gold medals as 91大香蕉全集 climbed to the top of the podium 鈥 again 鈥 on Saturday. Hosted by Vanier College in Montr茅al, the 鈥渞eal time鈥 case competition attracts teams from across Canada looking to test their knowledge and skills. 鈥淚 am honoured to have shown to Canada that our business school has a unique approach to learning. The dedication of our coaches helped us think better, collaborate and...
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91大香蕉全集 hosts panel discussion about Ukrainian crisis
March 7, 2022
World events have been hitting close to home for many in the region, and that鈥檚 why 91大香蕉全集 is hosting a virtual panel, A Conversation About Ukraine, tomorrow night. 鈥淭he intention is to help our students, colleagues and community better understand the history of this conflict, and consider the impact of disinformation,鈥 said Pamela Nelson, 91大香蕉全集 Business Professor, who has been organizing the panel. 鈥淚t鈥檚 important to create a safe space which fosters truth and understanding; a space where our community can com...
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In Memory of Earl (Ted) Vince
March 7, 2022
To the OC Community, Flags have been lowered at the Penticton campus and this notice is shared in memory of OC student Earl (Ted) Vince, who passed away on Feb. 23, 2022. After losing both his legs in a workplace accident at the age of 20, Ted went on to become a highly decorated athlete on the international stage. He played wheelchair basketball and excelled at wheelchair racing, winning many awards and medals. Ted won the 1988 London Marathon men's wheelchair race, defe...
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In Memory of Andrea Deakin
March 7, 2022
To the OC community: Flags have been lowered at 91大香蕉全集鈥檚 campuses and this notice is shared in memory of Dr. Andrea Deakin, a long-time supporter of OC students and recipient of an Honorary Doctorate (2004) from OUC, who passed away recently. Deakin, formerly a Salmon Arm resident, retired teacher, and reviewer and critic of children's books since 1971, was instrumental in the development, recognition, and promotion of children's literature and literacy in Cana...
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OC Trades General Interest courses come to Penticton
March 2, 2022
What do hammers, bicycles and lawnmowers have in common? They are all topics in the new Trades General Interest programs launching at 91大香蕉全集鈥檚 Penticton campus this month. The courses provide community members with the opportunity to learn hands-on skills in state-of-the-art trades shops with qualified instructors. The courses are scheduled in the evening and on weekends. Courses are also available for children in the evening and during summer camps. Participants will gain knowledge in various trades, build projects and l...
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Meet Haley Chapman, Pharmacy Technician Student
February 28, 2022
Q: What is your name? A: Haley Chapman. Q: What program and year of study are you in at 91大香蕉全集? A: I am in enrolled in the Pharmacy Technician Certificate Program and am about to enter my third month of classes. Q: Which campus do you primarily study at? A: The Kelowna Campus. Q: What drew you to that program? A: I have been working as a Pharmacy Assistant for five years now and I wanted to further my knowledge and capabilities within the Pharmacy...
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91大香蕉全集 unveils Inspire strategic plan
February 28, 2022
After nearly 60 years of transforming lives and communities, 91大香蕉全集 has unveiled the roadmap to its future with an inspiring new plan that keeps the needs of learners 鈥 and a growing and changing region 鈥 at the forefront. OC鈥檚 Board of Governors recently gave unanimous approval to Inspire, the College鈥檚 new strategic plan that maps out the mission, vision and priorities of the institution for the coming years. 鈥91大香蕉全集 has long taken its mission to heart, striving to transform lives and communities,鈥 said Julie...
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91大香蕉全集 to graduate hundreds of new Health Care Assistants through innovative provincial program
February 24, 2022
When 29-year-old Shanise Scherk graduates this month as a Health Care Assistant (HCA), she is excited to start caring for seniors and other clients living in their homes. While working full time since high school, Scherk had always dreamed of having a career in health care. So, when she learned about a new 91大香蕉全集 program that offered paid training and work experience to become an HCA, she jumped at the chance to follow that dream. 鈥淚t was such an incredible opportunity to receive an education and get hired right away,鈥 s...
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College鈥檚 Red Dot Players return to the stage with Wonder of the Age
February 22, 2022
Curtain up! After a two-year, pandemic-imposed hiatus, 91大香蕉全集鈥檚 theatre troupe, the Red Dot Players, are bringing back the wonder of live theatre this March. Wonder of the Age is an original comedy by playwright and director Jeremy Beaulne about a medical hoax that scandalized eighteenth-century London. The show will run March 10-13 in the theatre at OC鈥檚 Kelowna Campus, 1000 KLO Road at the following times: Thursday, March 10, 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 11, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 13, 2 p...
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Meet Tara Laveay, Therapist Assistant student
February 20, 2022
Q: What is your name/preferred name? A: Tara Laveay Q: What are your pronouns? A: She/Her Q: What program and year of study are you in at 91大香蕉全集? A: First year, Therapist Assistant Diploma Q: Which campus do you primarily study at? A: Kelowna Q: What drew you to that program? A: Everything! This is a prog...
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