Governor General’s award winner for poetry comes to Malaspina
September 27, 2007
Poetry lovers will have several events to choose from at Malaspina University-College in the next few months. Kicking off the very popular Poets on Campus series this year is Canadian poet John Pass, winner of the 2006 Governor General’s award for poetry, who will be reading at Malaspina’s Nanaimo campus on October 1. This will be the first of several readings to take place on the Nanaimo and... Read more
Malaspina and Cowichan Valley School District expand partnership
September 25, 2007
Malaspina University-College and the Cowichan Valley School District #79 (SD79) signed a new five-year agreement Monday, September 24. The Memorandum of Understanding referred to as "The Cowichan Valley Learning Strategy" will strengthen educational collaboration between the two institutions and provide enhanced learning opportunities for Grade 12 students. "The Strategy is aimed at responding... Read more
New website promotes careers in trades and technology
September 21, 2007
The economy is ‘red hot’ but what are the best careers locally? Parents, educators and the media are invited to find out by browsing the new T3-Think Trades and Technology website. “The new website is a valuable community resource designed to promote local careers in trades and technology,” explained consultant Meg Savory. “There’s a shortage of skilled workers in the region. The new website... Read more
Fundraiser for Cowichan Campus Bursary & Scholarship Fund
September 12, 2007
By Helene Demers A fundraiser for Malaspina University-College’s Cowichan campus Bursary and Scholarship Fund takes place Saturday, September 22, 7 pm at the Mercury Theatre in Duncan. Puente Theatre presents Chili Con Carne & Emergence, the journey of Kwakwaka’wakw poet Krystal Cook. She uses movement, mask, sound and spoken word to explore and celebrate the emergence of voice. She... Read more
Biology grad remembers his roots
September 12, 2007
Dr. Aaron Jex has gone a step further than most graduates to honour his home-town university-college. He’s named an animal in honour of Malaspina University-College and three of his former professors. Jex, a graduate of Malaspina’s Biology degree program, is now a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Melbourne in Australia. “He’s highly regarded as a leader in his field dealing with... Read more
Injured construction worker gets new lease on life at Mal-U
September 11, 2007
“Jump in with both feet.” That’s Nigel Deebank’s advice for adults who are considering going back to school. Deebank, 51, just started his second year of studies at Malaspina University-College. He knows all about taking risks and overcoming challenges. Deebank worked in the construction industry for nearly 20 years when a workplace accident nearly cost him his life. “I fell about 20 feet and... Read more
Malaspina takes on students from suspended Capilano program
September 11, 2007
Six students from Capilano College’s McRae Institute of International Management will be attending Malaspina this year. Low enrolment in Capilano College’s McRae Institute of International Management Graduate Program has resulted in the suspension of courses for first year students. McRae has worked with the program candidates to find places for them to study at the graduate level, with six of... Read more
Students show Malaspina spirit
September 10, 2007
Malaspina University-College students want to get more involved in the community. Physical Education students Jessica Duncan, Angela Losch and Adam Lowry are recruiting interested and energetic students to join a new campus club where members would volunteer at campus and community events, and develop job skills at the same time. “Volunteering in community events is good for students’... Read more
Malaspina University-College unveils new logo
August 31, 2007
Malaspina University-College Board of Governors has approved a new logo and visual identity for Malaspina. "The time is right to unveil a new look for the organization," said Board Chair Robyn Kenyon. "With a new President at the helm and university designation on the horizon, it was time to update our visual identity." For more than twenty-four years, the Arbutus tree logo has served as the... Read more
Malaspina hosts Orientation Day for new students
August 28, 2007
Students new to Malaspina University-College this fall are invited to attend a free day-long orientation at the Nanaimo campus August 30. “Orientation Day is a great way for first-year students to meet new people and have fun, while being introduced to a full-range of available campus activities and resources,” said Cheryl O’Connell, Coordinator, Community and School Liaison for Student Services... Read more