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Message from the Board of Governors Graduation is a time to be proud of all that our learners have achieved. On behalf of the Algonquin College Board of Governors, I am pleased to share in the pride that you, our learners, your families and supporters experience today. Your hard work and dedication towards your success is celebrated today. As you transition to the next phase of your lifelong learning journey, I hope that the experiences that you have had at Algonquin College will support you and enable you to continue to “transform your hopes and dreams into lifelong success”. Our world is undergoing the most rapid rate of change that it has ever experienced. Each of you will face many opportunities and challenges for advancement. Algonquin College is constantly engaged in preparing our learners for this world of change. Should you require further upgrading of your education, don’t forget to consider returning to our campuses or to take advantage of our extensive on-line learning resources. As you become an alumnus of Algonquin College, I encourage you to stay in touch. The contacts that you have made with Faculty and Staff can remain as an ongoing resource as you leave this institution of learning. Your friends and colleagues at Algonquin can remain as such for many years to come. Share your experiences and success with them. Our Faculty, Staff, our Executive Team and the Board of Governors are pleased that you chose Algonquin in your search for education. As graduates you have an opportunity to become ambassadors of Algonquin College. Share your enthusiasm with others who may be interested in joining our family of learners. Your ability to pass on recommendations for choosing Algonquin as a centre of high-quality, applied, and hands-on learning, is appreciated. As you go forward in your careers, carry with you, in your relationships and in your workplace, the set of values that Algonquin has provided while you were here: “Caring, Learning, Integrity and Respect”. Congratulations and best wishes for success, to each of you in your future endeavours. Sincerely, Jay McLaren Chair of the Algonquin College, Board of Governors ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 1
The MissionHistory To transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success Vision To be a global leader in personalized, digitally connected, experiential learning Values Caring Integrity We have a sincere and We believe in trust, honesty, compassionate interest in the and fairness in all relationships well-being of the individual and transactions Learning Respect We believe in the pursuit We value the dignity and uniqueness Our coat of arms is steeped in symbolism, reflecting Indigenous and Canadian cultures. The creation process for the of knowledge, emblems was donepersonal in consultation with theof the individual. College’s We Aboriginal value equity Education Council and its Mamidosewin Centre,growth, as well asand development the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg andand diversity Algonquins of in our community Pikwàkanagàn First Nations.” 2 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
— THUNDERBIRD — — EVERGREEN TREE — REPRESENTS OUR QUEST TO CREATE REPRESENTS THE RICHNESS OF NATURE, AND SHARE KNOWLEDGE RESILIENCE, AND LONGEVITY — TWIN WOLVES — — WAMPUM BELT — SUPPORTERS THAT SYMBOLIZES SYMBOLIZE STORIES PASSED POWER AND LEADERSHIP DOWN BY GENERATIONS — LIGHTNING BOLTS — — MOTTO — SYMBOLIZE THE SPARK OF INSPIRATION, OUR VALUES OF CARING, LEARNING, INNOVATION AND TRANSFORMATION INTEGRITY AND RESPECT The Elements “While many of its symbols reflect Indigenous culture, their messages in many cases are truly universal.” – Ron (Deganadus) McLester, VP, Truth, Reconciliation & Indigenization ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 3
Algonquin’s Proud Heritage Algonquin College is situated on unceded, unsurrendered territory of Algonquin people. Traditionally known as “Anishinabe”, Algonquin people are the original inhabitants of the wide swath of territory along the Ottawa River on which Algonquin College’s campuses in Ottawa, Pembroke, and Perth now sit. To honour and recognize the Algonquin People, the college adopted the name Algonquin when it was founded in 1967. In Algonquin culture, it is appropriate for guests to acknowledge the hospitality of their hosts when entering their territory. With this tradition in mind, Algonquin College respectfully thanks the Algonquin people for hosting us on their ancestral lands; both today during this ceremony and each day on our campuses in Ottawa, Perth, and Pembroke. Meegwetch (thank you). Algonquin College is proud of its strong partnership with the First Nation, Métis, or Inuit communities and organizations with whom we share the common goal of supporting Indigenous learners as they strive for academic and career success. This partnership is realized in many ways, one of which is through Algonquin College’s Indigenous Education Council (IEC). This council brings members of First Nation communities and organizations together with Algonquin College leaders and students to identify the unique needs of our Indigenous learners and to work together to meet those needs. The members of Algonquin College’s Indigenous Education Council for 2019-2020 were as follows: Peter Decontie, Elder, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation Della Meness, Manager of Education Services, Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Anita Tenasco, Director, Kitigan Zibi Education Sector, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation Amanda Kilabuk , Manager, Employment Services, Tungasuvvingat Inuit Elaine Jeffery, Employment and Training Coordinator, Métis Nation of Ontario Dwight Bero Jr., Post-Secondary Manager, Ahkwesàhsne Mohawk Board of Education Robert Jerome, Education Counsellor, Urban Aboriginal Alternate High School Program, Odawa Ron McLester, Algonquin College Andre O’Bonsawin, Algonquin College Sherryl Fraser, Algonquin College 4 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
As a result of these partnerships, Algonquin College maintains a strong commitment to the over 1,100 learners of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit heritage who attend our institute each year. Algonquin offers high quality programs and services reflective of Indigenous culture and values; such as the Mamidosewin Indigenous Student Centre, the Pathways to Indigenous Empowerment Program, the Indigenous Studies Program and the Indigenous Pre-Apprentice Cook Program. Algonquin College is honoured that so many First Nation, Métis, and Inuit learners choose to join the College community. ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 5
Fall Convocation Ceremony 2020 Wednesday, October 28, 2020 CEREMONY – 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Algonquin College Perth Campus Every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the compilation of names of this year’s graduates. Graduate status is confirmed on the official transcript and/or by the issuance of an Algonquin credential. This list of graduates includes, to the best of our ability, the names of all students declared eligible to graduate at this Ceremony. We offer sincere apologies if any names have been omitted. 6 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
Algonquin College Perth Campus Wednesday, October 28, 2020 5:00 p.m. Ceremony ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 7
Convocation Program Opening - Ron Deganadus McLester Vice President – Truth, Reconciliation & Indigenization President’s Address – Claude Brulé President & Chief Executive Officer Valedictorian – Joshua Hammersley Early Childhood Education Dean’s Address – Christopher Hahn Dean, Algonquin College Perth Campus Presentation of Graduates and Awards – Online Graduate Slide Presentation Post Ceremony Receptions – Online Receptions Master of Ceremony Chris Janzen, Senior Vice-President, Academic First Nation Drum Group Bear Nation Singer Sandra Brancatelli, Academic Chair, Information and Communications Technology Pipe and Drum Band Gregory Joseph, Tim Reid and Jim Bush 8 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
ALGONQUIN COLLEGE PERTH CAMPUS ONTARIO COLLEGE DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Business – Management & Entrepreneurship Tara-Lynn Schleyer Carpentry & Joinery – Heritage Jacob Bayard Brandon Benoit Zachary Bernique Honours Jaden Blaskie Honours Liam Bowes Honours Evan Brown Benoit Brunette Honours Carol-Ann Cheff Jinhan Choi Honours Iain Clemett Antonio Di Libero Honours Vanessa Di Nardo Rejean Dubeforslund Honours Ben Duncan Liam Ervin Jack Forsyth Andrew Gillissie Honours David Hayman Jessica Howcroft Honours Greg Jeffreys Honours Martin Lavack Christopher Lemon Honours Riley Lewis Corby McCormick Evan Mccoy Honours Marcelo Medeiros da Cunha Eoghan O’kelly ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 9
Randal Peters Honours Emma Romero-Quintanilla Jackson Sheahan Douglas Smith Honours Dustin Smith Honours Adam Sullivan Andrew Topping Lindey Touzel Honours Patrick Weldon Honours Carpentry & Renovation Technician Ronan Kelly Early Childhood Education 2019 Spring Alyssa Bedard Honours Erica Bennett Honours Fiona Burwash Honours Chelsea Clost Honours Bonnie Clyne Emily Coote Jaime Desormeaux Hillary Gemmell Honours Krista Heyd Charlotte Jandron Honours Katrina Mallett Honours Jayden Mclean Alyssa Millotte Hannah Moss Honours Hillary Murdock Honours Robyn Nelson Honours Valerie Paquin Tamika Porteous Keira Potvin Honours Kailey Sweeney Honours Ashlee Treffers Dusty-Rose Wark Honours 10 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
Jennifer Williams Honours Leah Zardo Honours Early Childhood Education 2020 Spring Lindsey Botham Breanna Critchley Honours Robyn Derbyshire Joshua Hammersley Honours Katelyn Kelly Honours Tamara Kowalczyk Honours Brianna Moore Honours Michelle Munt Honours Emilly Oakes Wenyue Pang Honours Sarah Price Honours Emily Roach Honours Sierra Strike Honours Anna Trudel Christian Vachon Bobbi Sue Zorn-Smith Police Foundations 2019 Spring Brett Benoit Honours Madison Boal Lily Bowes-Reid Sharalyn Crossfield Dylan Devlin Honours Damian Harvey Cody Hendsbee Blake Kettyle Bradley Keyes Honours Justin Kipke Marcel Lemay Honours Morgan Loaiza-Rourke Honours Brianna McGrath Daniel Mercier Honours ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 11
Idreese Merhi Patrick Norris Honours Matthew Roberge Honours Melyssa Tessier Jason Tyndall Christina Wynands Police Foundations 2020 Spring Emma Babcock Honours Nicole Carnrite Honours Gabe Clancy Honours Torian Cummins Honours Kobe Echlin Honours Annabelle Gendron Honours Isabelle Greer Honours Cameron Huggard Honours Mykola Hughes Korrina Huneault Williamson Jacob Neufeld Honours Abigail Streight ONTARIO COLLEGE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Personal Support Worker Ireland McCarthy 12 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
Awards ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 13
Algonquin College Perth Campus Annual Award for Academic Excellence Provided by Algonquin College Presented to a graduate of the Perth Campus who has maintained a high level of academic achievement and has made an outstanding contribution to supporting school activities and influencing the quality of life at the campus. Lindey Touzel Carpentry & Joinery – Heritage Algonquin College Perth Campus Indomitable Spirit Award Provided by Linda Cooke Awarded each year to a graduate of a post-secondary program who has made a significant contribution to campus and/or program activities while overcoming significant challenges. Wenyue (Lily) Pang Early Childhood Education Algonquin College Perth Campus Leadership Award Provided by Joan Macartney Awarded each year to a graduate of a post-secondary program who has demonstrated leadership with both student and campus initiatives, has contributed to the local community and who has a grade point average of at least 3.0. Robyn Nelson Early Childhood Education 14 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
Carpentry & Joinery - Heritage Outstanding Achievement in Joinery Skills Provided by Lee Valley Tools Awarded each year to graduates of the Carpentry & Joinery – Heritage program who have shown exemplary attributes in problem solving and craft skills in producing traditional joinery projects. Greg Jeffreys David Hayman Carpentry & Joinery - Heritage Award for Dedication to the Field of Preservation in Canada Provided by Commonwealth Historic Resource Management Awarded each year to a graduate of the Carpentry & Joinery – Heritage program who has shown strong commitment to the field of preservation in Canada. Antonio Di Libero Carpentry & Joinery - Heritage Award for Dedication to the Carpentry Trade Provided by Perth Home Hardware Building Centre Awarded each year to a graduate of the Carpentry & Joinery – Heritage program who has shown devotion and dedication to the Carpentry Trade. Jinhan Choi ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 15
Carpentry & Joinery - Heritage Outstanding Achievement in Timber Framing Provided by Project Owner Awarded each year to graduates of the Carpentry & Joinery – Heritage program who have demonstrated a high level of skill, commitment to the trade and who have made a significant contribution to the annual timber framing project. Andrew Gillissie Christopher Lemon Early Childhood Education Award of Excellence in Field Placement Provided by Apple Seeds Preschool Awarded each year to a graduate of the Early Childhood Education program who has demonstrated outstanding proficiency in practical skills during field placement. Leah Zardo 2019 Recipient Sarah Price 2020 Recipient 16 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
Police Foundations Leadership Award Provided by Smiths Falls Police Services Board Awarded each year to a graduate of the Police Foundations program who has demonstrated leadership with both student and campus initiatives, has contributed to the local community and who has a grade point average of at least 3.0. Matthew Roberge 2019 Recipient Annabelle Gendron 2020 Recipient ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 17
Congratulations to all Algonquin College Graduates! All of our services offered at the Employment Support Centre are complimentary for Algonquin College graduates: • Access to an exclusive online job board (HireAC) for Algonquin College students and graduates • Virtual one-on-one job searching services and interview preparation with an Employment Officer • A Drop-in Service for quick résumé and cover letter reviews • Virtual recruitment and networking events • Online career readiness tools and resources at algonquincollege.com/employment Employment services are available to graduates from all three campuses: Pembroke, Perth, and Ottawa Stay connected with us! Follow us on LinkedIn. For more information, to book an appointment and to learn about upcoming events, please contact us: 613.727.4723 ext. 7200 employment@algonquincollege.com algonquincollege.com/employment 18 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
Graduate Information and Services Our commitment to your success GRADUATE FOLLOW-UP SURVEY As an Algonquin graduate, your success is important to us. Our continued commitment to you in terms of excellence, quality, and accountability includes our participation in the province-wide Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Key Performance indicators (KPI) survey. This survey will be conducted six months following graduation. A consulting firm, Forum Research will telephone you (they will identify themselves as Algonquin Forum) to administer the graduate version of the KPI survey. The survey collects data related to your college experience, employment status and salary level. When contacted, Forum Research will ask you what Algonquin College is doing right, and how we can improve, so the Ministry will continue to give your college the support it needs to offer leading-edge education and training. Forum Research will ask you to provide your current employer’s contact information so they, too, can be surveyed about the education and training Algonquin graduates receive. We hope that you will advise your employer that they will be contacted by Forum Research. To facilitate this process, please ensure that we have your current telephone number. You can update your contact information through ACSIS: acsis.algonquincollege.com Graduate KPI surveys are available at: collegesontario.org ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 19
CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020! SHOP THE AC GRAD SHOP thecampusstore.ca Wherever you are now and wherever your career will take you next, bring your #ACSpirit with you. 20 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020
CONGR ATU L ATIONS Stay connected to Algonquin College through the Alumni & Friends Network! As an Algonquin College graduate, you are part of a dynamic network of alumni here in our community, across Canada and around the world. We invite you to stay engaged with Algonquin College and explore the many alumni opportunities available to you through the various stages of your life and career. Please visit our website to find out ways to stay connected with us. Update Contact Attend Networking Enjoy Alumni Information Events Benefits algonquincollege.com/alumni Algonquin College Alumni & Friends Network @alumnialgonquin ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2020 21
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