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Mohawk student projects featured in CityLab Showcase

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 13:49:12 -0500

On Friday, November 29, CityLab hosted its 5th Project Showcase. The collaborative innovation program between the City of Hamilton, Mohawk College, McMaster University and Redeemer University College celebrated and shared all of the hard work put in by students, faculty and staff on the semester's projects. Check out two projects involving Mohawk students:

1 - Stamp Your Soil

2 - Keeping International Students in Hamilton after Graduation

Congratulations to all the students, staff and partners involved in these and all the projects completed in 2019.

Mohawk Broadcasting Program wins national award from Broadcast Educators Association

Thu, 07 May 2015 11:07:20 -0400

Mohawk’s Broadcasting Television program has received a Broadcast Educators Association of Canada Award in the category of Commercial / PSA Production.

The award winning commercial “the Mohawk Campus Store” was produced by graduating student Storm Harding. Check out Storm’s award winning entry here: https://vimeo.com/125246090

Storm was instrumental in overseeing the visual production and brand of the Mohawk Media and Entertainment Showcase this past April and the Alumni profiles that were shown at the Distinction Awards last fall.

"The Broadcast Educators Association of Canada is honouring the outstanding work produced by its students and recent graduates. Judging over 220 entries from colleges and universities from across the country wasn’t easy," said Judging Coordinator and Loyalist TV and New Media Production, Professor Paul Papadopoulos. “The overall quality of the audio and video productions continues to amaze the judges.”

Commercial and PSA production in the Broadcasting Television program is taught under the direction of Brian Willrich. Mohawk Broadcasting Television program has received previous awards BEAC Awards: 2014 Long Drama, 2013 Series Production, and in 2011 News Production.

The award will be presented later this month in Banbury B.C.

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Mohawk Campus Store Commercial - Storm Harding from Mohawk College Media on Vimeo.

Mohawk Journalism student awarded prestigious Michael Monty Scholarship

Fri, 06 Mar 2015 09:15:52 -0500

Written by Samantha Hoover (first-year Journalism, Mohawk College)

First-year Journalism student Jillianne King-Goddard receives Michael Monty Scholarship from Ontario Association of Broadcasters

When first-year Mohawk College journalism student Jillianne King-Goddard won the prestigious Michael Monty Scholarship from the Ontario Association of Broadcasters Monday, it was a proud moment – but it also represented a victory in her struggle against a hidden hardship.

In addition to being one of the most talented and hard-working students in the journalism program, Jillianne has also battled mental illness.

Jillianne was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder (with anxiety/dissociative behaviours) in 2011 after being admitted into a psychiatric unit for suicidal tendencies.

She struggled with mental health during her youth, but her condition started to worsen when she was 19. Eventually she was too physically weak and anxiety-ridden to leave her house.

Despite these obstacles Jillianne has used her determination to succeed and her strength of character to build a life as a successful student and leader at Mohawk College. And her goal of becoming a journalist has been a driving force.

That drive was recognized by the OAB during its annual Career Day on Monday. She won the Michael Monty Scholarship in recognition of her academic excellence and extensive volunteer work.

“I’m very humbled because I know it’s such a big honour,” says Jillianne. “I know there are many other students that work really hard on a daily basis.”

Volunteering is a huge part of Jillianne’s life. She gives her time to a wide variety of organizations, from the Aids Crisis Response Team, to assisting disadvantaged women in Uganda launch their own businesses.

“Because people have invested so much in me, I want to be that difference in someone else’s life,” she says. “I want to be somebody who inspires other people or gives them what they need to also see a purpose for themselves.”

Jillianne’s professors saw her commitment to the community from the moment she applied to Mohawk.

“When I saw her application, I thought she was much older than she was, simply because of the amount of volunteer work she had done,” says Mohawk College Journalism Coordinator Kurt Muller. “She’s been a real asset to the program, and a pleasure to have in class.”

Jillianne is open about her struggle with Bipolar Disorder. She wants her story to help end the stigma over mental illness, and help others get the support they need.

“For me, having people believe in me is a huge part of continuing to thrive,” she says. “They can help me carry my load when I don’t have the strength to anymore.”

In the news: Dealing with exam stress

Tue, 09 Dec 2014 15:06:50 -0500

Exams got you stressed out? CHCH has this story on coping with exam stress. The story features Mohawk College Counsellor Peter Young.

In the news: Brantford golfer wins provincial title

Tue, 07 Oct 2014 08:30:23 -0400

The Brantford Expositor has this story about Mohawk College champion golfer Mike Rizzetto. Mike took top honours at the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association Golf Championships at Douro-Dummer near Peterborough on October 1.

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes

Fri, 20 Jun 2014 10:36:00 -0400

Fifteen students, staff and faculty from Mohawk College participated in the YWCA's Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event at Gore Park in Hamilton on June 19, 2014.
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Walk a Mile in Her Shoes from Communications and Media on Vimeo.

Video: Big brother and college program help "differently abled" student achieve his dream

Tue, 10 Jun 2014 14:30:08 -0400

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Big brother and college program help differently abled student achieve his dream from Communications and Media on Vimeo.

Mohawk College's two-year Community Integration through Co-operative Education program offers individuals with intellectual disabilities and other significant learning challenges the opportunity to experience college life, pursue a postsecondary education and develop skills to help prepare them for employment.

To find out more about the CICE program please visit: mohawkcollege.ca/cice

News Desk: Planting Day at Mohawk College's Community Garden

Fri, 06 Jun 2014 14:00:39 -0400

About 50 students and staff at Mohawk are participating in this year's Community Garden project. An initiative of the College's Sustainability Office, the Community Garden provides space on campus to grow vegetables for personal use.

To find out more visit: mohawkcollege.ca/sustainability

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News Desk: Planting Day at Mohawk College's Community Garden from Communications and Media on Vimeo.

Media Release: Ron McKerlie Appointed President of Mohawk College

Wed, 21 May 2014 09:59:50 -0400

BRINGS 35 YEARS OF PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECTOR EXPERIENCE TO HAMILTON

Ron McKerlie

HAMILTON (May 21, 2014) – Mohawk College’s Board of Governors is pleased to announce that Ron McKerlie will become the College’s eighth President.

McKerlie, who was the unanimous choice of the Board, is a seasoned executive who brings exemplary credentials and 35 years of extensive experience leading large and complex organizations in the public and private sectors.

McKerlie, 55, is currently Ontario Deputy Minister of Open Government where he leads the provincial government’s efforts into increased accountability, citizen engagement and transparency. McKerlie joined the Government of Ontario in 2005 following a distinguished 25-year career with Rogers Communications and the Bank of Montreal.

McKerlie will also serve as President of the Mohawk College Foundation, with responsibility to grow the College’s endowment fund for student scholarships and bursaries and secure funding for the largest renewal project in Mohawk’s history.

Mohawk’s Board of Governors began a national search in November 2013 for a President to succeed Rob MacIsaac, who was appointed President and CEO of Hamilton Health Sciences. Robert Carrington will continue to serve as Interim President until McKerlie joins the College on Aug. 5.

QUOTES:

“Ron McKerlie will be a great addition to our college and the community. Ron is a consensus builder with an approachable style who brings a wealth of senior executive leadership experience that will take Mohawk to the next level. As President, Ron will draw on his deep understanding of public policy, his strong affinity for technology, his expertise in leading high performing teams and his personal commitment to community service.” – Nancy Fram, Chair of Mohawk College’s Board of Governors.

“I’m honoured to be joining Mohawk College as President. Mohawk has earned a reputation for academic excellence and for putting students first. As a lifelong learner, I look forward to working with Mohawk’s faculty and staff to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of our students, their future employers and the community.” – Ron McKerlie, Incoming President of Mohawk College.

RON MCKERLIE FAST FACTS:

Deputy Minister, Open Government (June 2013 – present

Interim President and CEO of Ornge (January 2012 – June 2013)

Deputy Minister of Government Services (2008-2012), leading one of the largest Ministries in Government, with 6,800 staff and a $2.1 billion budget

Corporate Chief Information and Information Technology Officer and Chief Strategist Service Delivery (2005-2008)

Senior Vice President of eBusiness at Bank of Montreal (1998 – 2000) and Vice President of eBusiness at Rogers Communications (2000 to 2004)

Chair of World Vision Canada and Director of World Vision International

Master of Business Administration from Dalhousie University (2000) and Advanced Management Program from Harvard Business School (2007)

Married for 33 years with two grown sons.

Mohawk College educates more than 17,000 full-time and apprenticeship students at three campuses in Hamilton, Ontario. Recognized as a leader in health and technology education, Mohawk has achieved the highest student satisfaction scores among all colleges in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area for four consecutive years.

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Mohawk announces new President from Communications and Media on Vimeo.

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For more information, contact:

Jay Robb, Director of Communications, 905.979.8893, jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca

MoCast Episode 29 now available on YouTube

Mon, 05 May 2014 09:13:06 -0400

Episode 29 is now available on YouTube and Vimeo. This week’s news roundup includes an interview with a Health, Wellness and Fitness student that is doing a co-op work term at MacWheelers. We shine a spotlight on our medal winning athletes, and we pay a visit to MediaFest 2014, a showcase of talent from Mohawk's School of Media and Entertainment.

In case you missed it: Episode 28

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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MoCast Episode 28 now available on YouTube

Thu, 24 Apr 2014 09:57:29 -0400

Episode 28 is now available on YouTube and Vimeo. This week’s news roundup includes an interview with Sustainability Manager Alan Griffiths on Mohawk being named one of Canada's Greenest Employers. We shine a spotlight on a student who started a professional association for students in Mohawk's Power Engineering program, and we pay a visit to Delta United Church, the site of this year's Community Builders project.

In case you missed it: Episode 27

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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MoCast Episode 27 now available on YouTube

Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:17:46 -0400

Episode 27 now available on Mohawk’s YouTube and Vimeo. This week’s news roundup includes an interview with Chief Marketing and Recruitment Officer Lori Morgan on Mohawk's KPI scores. We shine a spotlight on an international student who has started up a student debate club at Mohawk, and we pay a visit to the Digital Print Centre at the Fennell Campus.

In case you missed it: Episode 26

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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Financial Services students raise more than $21,000 or Food4Kids

Mon, 31 Mar 2014 15:10:54 -0400

Christine CiCarlo's second-year Financial Services class raised more than $21,300 for Food4Kids.

Mohawk College's Financial Services students have raised more than $21,300 for Food4kids, a local charity committed to making sure that children aged 5-14 don't hungry the weekends.

The $21,000 will be enough to feed 50 children every week for one school year, says Food4Kids Executive Director Lena Bassford. So successful was the fundraiser, she adds, that Food4Kids is using the money to launch a weekend food program at another school in Hamilton and will name that program in Mohawk's honour. The official launch will happen later this year.

Food4Kids accepts food and cash donations. The food is delivered to participating schools every Friday. The unmarked packages are quietly tucked into the students' bags and knapsacks before they leave for the weekend. Each package contains enough healthy, nutritious food for an entire weekend.

"Without these donations these kids would have nothing. They would go hungry the entire weekend," says Lena.

For many parents the program not only helps feed their children but also helps ease the financial burden, she says. Many work two or more jobs to make ends meet. This program means they can spend a little more time at home with their kids.

This is the first time the second-year Financial Services students have raised funds for Food4Kids. In previous years, the class has focused its efforts on getting people to donate to Canadian Blood Services and last year raised funds for the Rotary Club. The annual challenge helps students hone their sales skills, which they will need to approach prospective clients if they want to succeed in the Financial Services sector. It's also chance for the students to impress potential employers.

MoCast Episode 22 now available on YouTube

Thu, 13 Mar 2014 10:45:29 -0400

Episode 22 is now available on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup includes an interview with Ron Mclester, Mohawk's Director and Special Advisor for Aboriginal Initiatives. We shine a spotlight on four students from our Graphic Design program who designed posters for this month's International Women's Day celebrations at Mohawk, and we get a behind-the-scenes tour of the CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Lab at the Stoney Creek Campus.

4th Mohawk student in 5 years wins Michael Monty Award from Ontario Assoc. of Broadcasters

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 15:30:52 -0500

Amanda Jalowica receives her Michael Monty Award from the Ontario Association of Broadcasters at the association's annual Career Development Day in Toronto.

Mohawk Broadcast Television student Amanda Jalowica is this year's recipient of the Michael Monty Award from the Ontario Association of Broadcasters.

Amanda, a third-year student in the program, received the prestigious award at yesterday's Career Development Day in Toronto. Michael Monty Award nominees are judged on their academic standing and demonstrated engagement. Each year, colleges and universities from across Ontario nominate students to the Michael Monty Award. Amanda is the fourth Mohawk student in five years to win. Other recipients include Michelle Quin, Harmony Eveleigh and Ida Adamowicz. Career Development Day is a great opportunity for post-secondary media students to meet with representatives from the radio and television industry.

Amanda was nominated by the faculty in the Broadcast Television program. She was chosen for high academic achievement and exceptional attitude towards her peers. Amanda is known as someone who is always willing to extend a helping hand and is always willing to share her knowledge with other students.

Mohawk Mountaineers claim gold at OCAA Men’s Volleyball Championship

Mon, 24 Feb 2014 09:57:40 -0500

Barrie, ON – It came down to a thrilling fifth set tiebreak, but in the end it was the Mohawk Mountaineers who claimed the gold medal at the 2014 Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) Men’ s Volleyball Championship hosted at Georgian College in Barrie.

After claiming the first set 25-22, the Mountaineers found themselves in trouble dropping two straight sets to the OCAA’s top ranked team the Humber Hawks by scores of 25-16 and 25-22.

With their backs against the wall, the Mountaineers staved off elimination multiple times and eventually got the better of the Hawks in an incredible 30-28 fourth set sending the match to a fifth set tiebreak.

In the game’s final frame the Mountaineers carried all the momentum and clinched the gold medal with a 15-8 set to win the match 3-2.

Mohawk’s Trevor McLaughlin put together a 21 point performance in the final game including 18 kills, one service ace and twio stuff blocks, while adding 14 digs. Eric Danecke had 13 kills, one ace and two blocks. Bryce Marcussen contributed nine kills, one ace and three blocks. Terrel Bramwell who was named the championships most valuable player had a brilliant performance in the final for Humber as he posted 27 kills in helping his team earn the silver medal.

For the Mountaineers it’s their fourth consecutive year medaling at the OCAA Championship and their first gold medal since the 2007-08 season. For Humber they have now medaled in four of the last five years and return to the podium after being shut out a season ago.

Both the Mountaineers and the Humber Hawks have qualified for the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Men’s Volleyball National Championship which takes place March 4^th through 8^th at Briercrest College and Seminary in Caronport, Saskatchewan.

After winning each of their semi-final matches in the 3^rd place side the Fanshawe Falcons and Algonquin Thunder squared off for the bronze medal in their second games of the day. Algonquin, who were pushed to the limit by the Durham Lords in a five set marathon in the semis, seemed to run out of gas in the bronze final.

Fanshawe came out aggressive leading to a clean 3-0 sweep over the Thunder by set scores of 25-19, 25-16, and 25-22 to earn the bronze medal at the Championship.

Derek Braun was named player of the game for Fanshawe after a 13 point effort while Ian McAlpine was awarded player of the game for Algonquin with a 7 point effort.

The bronze medal for Fanshawe is the first time they have won a medal at the event since the 2006-07 season when they also earned bronze.

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Tue, 14 Jan 2014 16:34:51 -0500

Mohawk College will play host to more than 40 colleges and universities as part of its 9th Annual Educational Pathways Fair on Tuesday, Jan . 21.

Pathways Coordinator Linda Basso says this year's fair will be the biggest yet and include newcomers such as the Ontario College of Art and Design and Loyalist College.

College and university attendance at the annual fair has grown steadily in recent years due to increasing demand from students for programs that build on their Mohawk credential, says Basso. The province is also pushing public institutions to develop more degree completion opportunities as part of a province-wide credit transfer initiative, now in its third year.

"We're seeing more and more of Ontario's public post-secondary schools wanting to attract Mohawk students," says Basso. "And more and more students are coming to Mohawk with the expectation that their program will help them earn a degree or certificate faster."

The latest student entrance survey showed that nearly 45 per cent of students intend to continue on to university after graduation, she added.

Students who attend the fair will get to speak directly to representatives from the attending institutions. The reps will be able to provide information on program options, degree completion pathways, admission criteria, application procedures, deadlines and fees, and study abroad opportunities. There will also be people on hand to show students how to search the ONTransfer website, and representatives from Student & Graduate Employment services at Mohawk will also be there to answer questions.

Students will be asked to swipe their ONE Card for a chance to win an iPad or one of 4, $50 ONE Card credits. Using your ONE Card also lets the College know which programs are most interested in pathway opportunities. The College will use that data to better serve students at next year's fair.

The 9th Annual Educational Pathways Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the C Wing Upper Level Atrium and H Wing link. Visit the Degree Opportunities webpage for more information.

MoCast Episode 13

Thu, 12 Dec 2013 10:15:31 -0500

Episode 13 is now available on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup includes an interview with Human Resources Chief Karen Pashleigh on Mohawk winning a top employer award for the Hamilton-Niagara region. We shine a spotlight on our award-winning advertising program that for the seventh year in a row has taken top honours at some national advertising competitions, and we visit Grant Avenue Studio in Hamilton where our Music students recorded the music for this year's holiday card.

Last week’s Episode: Episode 12

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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MoCast Episode 11 - Mohawk College news in three parts

Fri, 29 Nov 2013 08:30:43 -0500

Episode 11 is now available on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup looks back at Mohawk's Remembrance Day Service on November 11. We shine a spotlight on the students in our Health, Wellness and Fitness Program who are putting on a Wellness Expo for students, staff and the community, and we pay a visit to the Collaboratory at the Fennell Campus.

Last week’s Episode: MoCast Episode 10

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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MoCast Episode 9: Mohawk College news in 3 parts

Thu, 14 Nov 2013 11:30:17 -0500

Episode 9 of MoCast is now available on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup features a segment with guest host Katya Ciupka, a grade 9 student at Westdale Secondary School who visited Mohawk as part of this Take Our Kids to Work Day. We shine a spotlight on Mohawk's Citizenship Ceremonies, which are held twice per year at the College's Fennell Campus, and we pay a visit to the Energy Lab at the Stoney Creek Campus.

And don't miss the outtakes after the end credits.

Last week’s Episode: MoCast, Episode 8

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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MoCast Episode 8: Mohawk College news in 3 parts

Thu, 07 Nov 2013 12:22:28 -0500

MoCast Episode 8: Mohawk College news in 3 parts

Episode 8 of MoCast is now available on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup features an interview with Human Services professor Marco Felvus, who also heads up Social Inc. We shine a spotlight on Radio Broadcasting student Mara Connacher who helped raise funds for Neighbour to Neighbour, and we pay a visit to the Use of Force lab at the Fennell Campus.

And don't miss the bloopers after the end credits.

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Last week’s Episode: MoCast, Episode 7

Got a story idea? Pitch it to us. Email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

MoCast episode six - Mohawk College news in three parts

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 10:00:45 -0400

Episode 6 of MoCast is now live on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup features an interview with international student Andrew (Zheng) Tianzhi. We meet up with sustainability manager Alan Griffiths at the community garden to learn more about some upcoming sustainability initiatives and we pay a visit to the HD Television Studio at the Fennell Campus.

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MoCast Episode Five - Mohawk College news in three parts

Thu, 17 Oct 2013 12:34:07 -0400

Episode 5 of MoCast is now live on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup features Mohawk’s Dean of Interdisciplinary Studies Jim Vanderveken talking the College's new Loyalty Card. We meet up with Linda Rourke, host of Cable 14's Hamilton and Life and one of this year's Alumni of Distinction winners and we visit the Stoney Creek Campus to pay a visit to Brad MacDonald and the Building Renovation Technician program.

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MoCast Episode Four - Mohawk College news in three parts

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 11:20:30 -0400

Episode 4 of MoCast is now live on Mohawk’s YouTube channel. This week’s news roundup features Mohawk’s Chief Marketing and Recruitment Officer Lori Morgan talking about our upcoming Open Houses. We visit with Duane Bender, Director Mobile and Electronic Health Applied Research to talk about the upcoming Social Media in Health Symposium, and we tour Mohawk's fleet of aircraft used for the Aviation Technician program at the Hamilton International Airport.

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MoCast episode two - Mohawk College news in 3 parts

Thu, 26 Sep 2013 14:48:00 -0400

Episode 2 of MoCast is now live on Mohawk's YouTube channel. This week's news roundup features Mohawk's VP Academic Cheryl Jensen talking about program reviews. We visit with Mohawk College professor Joe Duda at The Agency, and we take a tour of the Varian Acuity Simulator at Mohawk McMaster Institute for Applied Health Sciences.

To be featured on MoCast, email sean.coffey@mohawkcollege.ca or jay.robb@mohawkcollege.ca in Communications.

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Video: Looking back at Day 1 program launch at Mohawk College September 2013

Tue, 10 Sep 2013 16:10:22 -0400

Mohawk College Program Launch Day One 2013 from Mohawk College Media on Vimeo.

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Tue, 20 Aug 2013 09:15:59 -0400

Join Mohawk College for an informative session on how to complete your college education.

Come to the Community Welcome Centre (J137) at Mohawk's Fennell Campus on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. At the session you'll learn how to complete your high school education, where the future jobs and careers are going to be in Hamilton, how to pay for college, how to attend college preparatory certificate programs, and how to upgrade so you can attend college.

The event is also an opportunity to meet and talk to college staff who can help you through the process.

This free event is open to anyone interested in planning their future education.

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For more information on the Mohawk Leadership Academy visit: http://www.mohawkcollege.ca/student-engagement/services/mohawk-leadership-academy.html

Mohawk Advertising students win big in international competition

Fri, 05 Jul 2013 14:01:17 -0400

Mohawk College’s Advertising program will have seven winners in Applied Arts Magazine’s upcoming Student Awards Annual.

The seven winning entries ties the program's previous best effort from 2011. Also, for the first time, one of Mohawk’s students, Gage Varga was part of four winning entries.

"This is an impressive feat, given that most students would love to just have one winning entry." said Creative Advertising Professor Jef Petrossi.

Applied Arts is a creative magazine which focuses on advertising and design. Their student annual is made of entries from around the world. Which means Mohawk Students had to go up against powerhouse private schools like the Miami Ad School.

One of the winning entries was actually created through the college’s new entity ‘the Agency’. A Youtube commercial for the Bay Area and Science Engineering demonstrates how a various form of sciences work in a clever way.

Applied Arts Winners:

BASEF – Noel Torres, Gage Varga, Bekah Herod

Barbershop – Gage Varga, Stephen Sandian

ADT Flood – Gage Varga, Ruth Cachero

Pencils of Promise Coin – Noel Torres, Gage Varga

Pencils of Promise Sketches – Scott Rodgerson, Marco Buchar, Stephen Sandian

History Channel – Ed Balli

Text & Save – Justin Turco, Janey Tuite, Joel Felker

View some of the winning work here:

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In the news: Bridging the job experience gap for newcomers

Thu, 04 Jul 2013 09:03:58 -0400

The Hamilton Spectator has this story about the YWCA's Bridging to Employment program graduation held at Mohawk College last night. The Bridging program, which is delivered at Mohawk College, gives newcomers the tools they need to find work in their professional fields. Wednesday's graduation was the first for the program.

Join the Mohawk Clean Air Commute team

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:12:32 -0400

The Sustainability Office wants you to join our team for the 2013 Clean Air Commute, June 17-23. Challenge yourself to commute to campus in a clean and sustainable way for one week to see the impact you can make! We encourage you to try walking, cycling, public transit, carpooling, telecommuting- or even giving your car a tune-up so it runs more efficiently.

Register online and track your commute to campus during the week on the Commuter Log to see your impact.

Participants will have a chance to win great prizes including:

An iPad mini;

One of two AMEGO e-bikes and scooters;

A one-week cycling holiday with The Great Waterfront Trail Adventure Tour: Lake Erie Edition;

A pair of tickets to a Toronto Blue Jays game with seating at dugout level;

Four, one-year CAA memberships;

32GB Toshiba Tablet;

Raleigh Revolution Mountain Bike;

and, many more exciting prizes!

The Sustainability Office will be hosting a number of events to help you commute clean:

Free Bike Tune-ups

Monday June 17, 10am to 2pm

B-Wing Restricted Bike Parking Facility (HSR Loop)

Get your bike tuned-up by New Hope Bikes to make sure your bike is ready for a safe and easy ride to work.

Free Ride Safe Cycling Skills Workshop

Monday June 17, 2:30-4:30 or Tues. June 18, 2:30 to 4:30

Learn tips, tricks and important principles to guide on-road cycling to help you become more comfortable travelling in the community. To register, e-mail trevor.jenkins@mohawkcollege.ca with your name, department, status (student, staff or faculty), and which date you’d like to attend.

Bike Donation Drive to Support New Hope

Wednesday, June 19, 8:00am to 1:00pm

Donate your old bikes to support New Hope Bike Co-operative’s mission of providing affordable and reliable bikes to the community, while offering employment and job training for local youth.

Totally Transit Thursday- free HSR Service with a wristband

Thursday June 20, All-day, Across the City

Try using the HSR for free for a day! Get a wristband from a Clean Air Commute booth on-campus, June 17-20 in H-Wing or next to the Cafeteria. Show your wristband to any HSR bus driver on June 20th and commute free for a day!

Clean Air Commute Both

Monday June 17 to Thursday June 20

Stop by our booth in H-Wing and the Cafeteria to find out about travel options available to you, to register for the Mohawk Clean Air team, and for a chance at a free prize.

Be sure to follow the Sustainability Office on Twitter and Facebook for up-dates on tips and events taking place throughout the week.

For further information, please contact Trevor Jenkins in the Sustainability Office at trevor.jenkins@mohawkcollege.ca

In the news: David Braley makes $3 million donation to Mohawk College

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 16:26:11 -0400

CBC Hamilton has this story about David Braley's $3 million donation to Mohawk Fennell campus renewal project. In honour of the donation, one of the largest in the College's history, Mohawk named it's new recreation centre, the David Braley Athletics and Recreation Centre. The $35 million centre is due to open this September.

In the news: David Braley donates $3 million to Mohawk Athletic Centre

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:20:46 -0400

The Hamilton Spectator has this story on today's announcement that Senator David Braley has donated $3 million to the College's Fennell Campus renewal project. The donation is one of the largest in Mohawk’s history and supports the college’s largest ever renewal project. Mohawk is recognizing the donation by officially naming the newest addition to the Fennell Campus in Senator Braley’s honour.

Celebrate Bike to Work Day with Mohawk College this coming Monday

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:55:43 -0400

On Monday, May 27th join hundreds of employees from across the GTHA for Smart Commute’s annual Bike to Work Day, the kick-off group ride that launches Bike to Work Month in June. Cyclists riding from downtown are encouraged to join the festivities at Gore Park from 7:30 a.m.to 8:30 a.m.

Planning to Cycle to Mohawk on Bike to Work Day?

The Sustainability Office will be set up at the Restricted Access Bike Parking Facility, near the C-Wing entrance, at Fennell Campus from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. with gift bags for participants who left their car behind and cycled to work.

Register yourself or your group on the Smart Commute Hamilton website to win great prizes from Smart Commute. You can participate in organized group rides, take an unguided route supplied by Smart Commute or take your own route and share! Tweet with the hashtags #biketoworkday and #HamOnt and share with @SustainableMoCo and @SmartCommuteHam.

Cycling routes for event are designed to meet commuting needs. This is a great opportunity to see how easy it is to cycle to work, save money, improve your health and help reduce your carbon footprint.

For more information on Bike to Work Day visit www.smartcommutehamilton.ca. Joining us at Mohawk College? Email gogreen@mohawkcollege.ca.

Coming to the Fennell Campus? Please take note.

Wed, 15 May 2013 10:48:26 -0400

Governor's Blvd has been temporarily closed due to construction at the Fennell Campus.

Governor’s Boulevard Road Closure

Starting today Wednesday, May 15, there is no through-access between the Fennell Avenue and West 5th entrances to Mohawk's Fennell Campus. The College is temporarily closing Governor's Boulevard due to on-campus construction and renovations.

Access to preferred lots on the east side of the campus will continue from West 5th.

Delivery vehicles must also enter the campus from West 5^th.

Special Access will be provided for service, emergency and waste management vehicles.

Access to general parking lots on west side of the campus will be from Fennell Avenue and will be guided by temporary signage.

Signage has been installed by contractors to direct vehicles to their proper locations.

Accommodations will be made for Convocation guests, with ceremonies taking place June 11-14.

Mohawk College Broadcasting - Television students win national award

Wed, 08 May 2013 18:20:18 -0400

A crew of students from Mohawk's Broadcasting - Television and Communications Media program has won a Broadcast Educators Association of Canada (BEAC) National Student Award. The Mohawk crew was judged the first place winner in the video series or special category for Passing the Passion. The award will be presented at the BEAC Annual Conference May 25 in Banff.

Congratulations to:

Ida Adamowicz

Maggie Sevsek

Jason Jones

Chris Gorham

Kyle Paterson

Daniel Dowden

Chayli Drew

Mohawk students, staff and alumni dig in to support biodiversity at Confederation Park

Mon, 06 May 2013 16:40:42 -0400

Mohawk College President Rob MacIsaac plants a tree along the Lake Ontario shoreline at Confederation Park in Hamilton.

Last Saturday, 60 Mohawk College alumni, student and staff volunteers and their families turned out to plant 300 trees along a stretch of Lake Ontario shoreline at Confederation Park.

Mohawk College's Sustainability Office teamed up with the Mohawk College Alumni Association and Earth Day Hamilton-Burlington to organize the first-ever Planting Our Roots event. The volunteers were joined by Mohawk College President, Rob MacIsaac, Vice President Academic, Cheryl Jensen, and Mohawk College Foundation President, Wayne Joudrie for a morning of tree planting and a lesson in biodiversity and conservation. Other key partners in the project were the City of Hamilton and the Hamilton Conservation Authority.

Planting Our Roots is part of a multi-year program that will prevent expansion of invasive tree species and provide some competition and diversity for the local ecosystem. The 300 trees planted at Confederation Park will help anchor the soil, protect from further soil erosion and increase biodiversity, while providing enhanced habitat for migratory birds. Trees planted include Trembling Aspen, Large Tooth Aspen and Eastern Cottonwood. The three species will compete with the invasive Black Locust tree.

Earth Day Hamilton-Burlington provided lessons on tree planting while explaining the importance of the project and benefits to the diverse plant and animal species that live along the shoreline. Earth Day also coordinated an on-location waste program where nearly all lunch items were composted or recycled.

Mohawk thanks all of the volunteers for their participation at the first annual Planting Our Roots.

Building Reno grads and brothers Chris and Jason Ford receive first Hamilton-Halton Home Builders' Association award

Fri, 19 Apr 2013 09:52:23 -0400

Congratulations to Building Reno grads Chris and Jason Ford on winning the first-ever award from the Hamilton-Halton Home Builders' Association. The two brothers will graduate from Mohawk's Construction Engineering Technician - Building Renovation program this Spring and have already started their own business: Ford Brothers Construction. The HHHBA created the $2,500 award to help recent grads of the Building Reno program who are starting their own business. The award was presented at the program's annual Meet the Grad Night on Thursday, April 18th, (l-r) HHHBA 2nd Vice President Allan Roshko, Chris Ford, Building Reno professor Brad MacDonald, Jason Ford, and HHHBA Executive Officer Mathieu Langelier.

Video: Final Day of the 2013 Community Builder's Project at Theatre Ancaster

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 21:03:32 -0400

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Steeltown Friends of Mohawk Music present Jimmie Vaughan and The Tilt-a-Whirl Band featuring Lou Ann Barton

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 15:15:12 -0400

Mohawk TV student Ida Adamowicz recognized by Ontario Association of Broadcasters

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 14:23:36 -0400

Mohawk College Broadcasting TV student Ida Adamowicz (centre) receives the Michael Monty Scholarship Award at the Ontario Association of Broadcasters Career Day event in Toronto.

Mohawk College Broadcasting TV student Ida Adamowicz is this year's recipient of the Michael Monty Scholarship Award from the Ontario Association of Broadcasters.

The award recognizes students with strong academic standing and who show a commitment to making a difference by getting involved in their local and college communities. Mohawk's Broadcasting Television department nominated Ida for her dedication to her program and for her volunteer work with student groups and with organizations in her hometown of Brantford, Ontario. Ida is currently on a field placement with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).

"I was so excited to hear that I was nominated by my peers, mentors, school, faculty and the community," said Ida, after receiving the award at the Ontario Association of Broadcasters Career Day event in Toronto on Monday. "The most surprising thing was to hear that choosing me was an obvious choice for the panel. I feel like all my hard work has paid off and it's really nice to receive recognition from the selection committee."

Since 2010, three Mohawk Broadcast Television students has been awarded this prestigious honour. Other Mohawk recipients include: Michelle Quinn and Harmony Eveleigh.

Video: Day 5 of the renovations to Theatre Ancaster

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:20:00 -0400

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Video: Getting ready for the 26th Annual Popsicle Stick Bridge Building Competition

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 09:31:23 -0400

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Don't forget to complete your Student Feedback on Teaching Survey

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 15:24:10 -0400

Winter 2013 Student Feedback on Teaching Survey runs until March 25

The Student Feedback on Teaching online survey for the Winter 2013 term started Monday, March 11 and runs to Monday, March 25.

All post-secondary day students will receive an email with a link to their customized and confidential surveys. The surveys can be completed on smartphones, tablets, laptops and computers. This feature allows you easy access to the surveys anywhere, anytime, and anyplace that your electronics work with Wi-Fi connection.

Students will be asked to identify where their teachers excel in the classroom, how they could do an even better job of delivering a quality education, and to provide feedback on your courses. Survey results will be shared with teachers, their associate deans and deans after final marks have been submitted for the fall term. Results are used to commend faculty members for a job well done, and to assist with professional development plans for faculty.

Here's what some of our faculty had to say about feedback they've received from students over the years . . .

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Video: Day 3 - Community Builder's Project at Theatre Ancaster

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:29:28 -0400

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For tips on how to be a successful student visit: The MohawkCollege Student Success Blog

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:30:33 -0400

Want to succeed as a Mohawk College student? The Mohawk College Student Success Blog offers tips and advice on everything from accessing Student Services to study tips and tricks. The blog features articles written by Mohawk College students and our expert staff in Student Services. Whether you're new to college or a veteran of the post-secondary world, we're sure you'll find the information useful and informative.

Other ways you can connect and learn about success strategies at Mohawk:

First Generation Student Page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FirstGenerationMohawkCollege, or on Twitter @MohawkFirstGen

Learning Support Centre Page on Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/MohawkLSC , or on Twitter @MohawkLSC

Mohawk to host Citizenship Ceremony on March 20. All welcome.

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:09:03 -0400

Citizenship Judge Ted Salci presents the certificate of citizenship to a new Canadian during a ceremony held at Mohawk College in 2012.

Mohawk College will host a Community Citizenship Ceremony with the Institute for Canadian Citizenship and Citizenship and Immigration Canada, on Wednesday, March 20. The ceremony will take place at noon in the McIntyre Performing Arts Centre. All are welcome to attend.

Continuing Education registration opens today

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:30:27 -0400

Learning never stops! Continuing Education Registration for the Spring 2013 term opens today. Classes begin in April 2013. Visit the CE website at http://www.mohawkcollege.ca/continuing-education/ or pick up a catalogue in The Square.

Video: Day 1 - Community Builder's Project at Theatre Ancaster

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:22:44 -0400

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Check out "The Shoe Project" display across from the Book Store in C Wing (downstairs)

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:45:20 -0400

Started by Canadian novelist Katherine Govier for the Bata Shoe Museum, “The Shoe Project” allows women to tell their stories through the shoes they were wearing at specific times in their lives. Eight of the shoes are on display in the glass cabinets across from the Books Store in the basement of C Wing at the Fennell Campus. The display will be up until the end of next week (Friday, March 22).