Announcement
Paul Kingsmith

Lethbridge College is pleased host a number of ongoing and special events on campus in the coming weeks. 

 

Members of the media who are interested in covering these events, activities and opportunities, or who are looking for more information, should contact Paul Kingsmith by email ([email protected]) or by phone (403-320-3202 ext. 5211).

Additional opportunities may be announced in the weeks ahead, but we wanted to give the media a sense of some of the events and activities now planned. Thanks for covering the many great events and activities happening at Lethbridge College.

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m.

  • A group of Afro-Caribbean students have teamed up with the LCSA for a series of events to celebrate Black History Month. The kick-off event takes place in Centre Core before moving to The Cave. The event will include a rundown of the events that will take place during the Black History Month celebrations.  

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 12:05 p.m.

  • The annual Winter Walk will take place on campus. Organized by the college’s Be Fit for Life Centre, the walk has participants leave from Centre Core for a 15-minute outdoor walk to promote getting outside in the winter months and active living. Following the walk, College President Paula Burns and LCSA President Sharyn Moore will go head-to-head in a series of fun winter-themed challenges.

Tuesday, Jan. 31, and Wednesday, Feb. 1

  • Marketing students will take their annual trip to Palliser Distillers. They will take part in a guided tour of key parts of the plan and learn about logistical challenges and solutions. For more information, contact Rita Halma. 

Wednesday, Feb. 1, and Thursday, Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

  • Lunch in the Garden Court. If you want a quick and tasty lunch from one of Lethbridge’s best kept secrets, then Lethbridge College’s lunch express is for you. For $16.50 you get a three-course meal, including coffee, tea or pop. For reservations, call 403-320-3230. 

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 4 to 7 p.m.

  • The School of Engineering Technologies career networking event will be held in Centre Core. Open to current students and alumni of the School of Engineering Technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to meet with industry representatives to learn about the field and create lasting networking connections. This is an excellent opportunity for students and alumni to hear from industry experts and learn more about trends and opportunities. Please contact Megan Hebert at [email protected] with any questions or inquires. Register online. 

Thursday, Feb. 2, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • As part of the college’s FNMI Cultural Support Program, Blackfoot Elder Peter Weasel Moccasin will be available to meet with students in the FNMI Student Lounge (AN1501). 

Friday, Feb. 3, 2 to 4 p.m.

  • Career Planning course. A Career and Academic advisor can help you plan your career and will work with you over multiple sessions based on your needs for just $15.75. At your first session, held in TE 2209, the advisor will go over the assessment process with you. You will then complete the Strong Interest Inventory® (SII) online. The advisor will schedule a follow up meeting with you approximately one week later. At the second meeting the advisor will go through your assessment results with you and explore thoughts and ideas for your career path. You should be at least 14 years old and able to read at a Grade 10 level to complete the assessment. You should be comfortable using the internet and must provide an email address. Please contact Camila at 403-320-3202 ext. 4905 or stop by in person at Student Services (PA 1130, across from the Bookstore) to register for the session. 

Friday, Feb. 3

  • Question, Persuade and Refer training. The goal of this 1.5-hour training course is to prevent suicide attempts and completions. Participants will learn how to recognize the warning signs of people in trouble and gain skills to act vigorously to prevent a possible tragedy. In addition, they will understand how to recognize someone at risk for suicide; demonstrate increased knowledge of intervention skills; and describe knowledge of referral resources and how to refer someone to help. For more information, contact Harmoni Jones. 

Friday, Feb. 3, 11 a.m. to noon

  • “Completing a Successful CARIF Application” session with Dr. Willemijn Appels. Creating a successful funding proposal for the College’s CARIF fund will help you get the funds you need to get your project started. This workshop, held in 2107, will provide helpful tips on completing your CARIF application.  Feel free to bring your burning questions. 

Tuesday, Feb. 7, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

  • LGBTQ Awareness: “Queer 101.” This one-hour workshop, offered in partnership with OUTreach of Southern Alberta, focuses on LGBTQ terminology and language, clarifying terms and providing a space for discussion about sexual orientation and gender identity, what LGBTQ ally-ship truly means and how to become an ally. In addition, participants will increase their comfort and knowledge level in supporting the LGBTQ population; increase inclusive and supportive college culture; and decrease in attitudes and behaviours that perpetuate sexual violence. For more information, contact Harmoni Jones. 

Tuesday, Feb. 7, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.

  • Members of the Business Students Club will volunteer at a welcoming event hosted by the local immigration partnership. The event will be held at the Lethbridge Multicultural Centre. For more information, contact student Nathan Lekhi. 

Wednesday, Feb. 8

  • Overdose Prevention and Take-Home Naloxone Kit Training workshop. This one-hour training session, offered in partnership with ARCHES, provides education on current drug trends, like the fentanyl crisis, and how to identify and prevent an overdose using the Take-Home Naloxone Kit. Participants will gain awareness of the dangers in current drug trends; recognize signs and symptoms of an overdose; demonstrate knowledge of how to respond to an overdose and how to use the Naloxone Kit; and describe safety precautions when responding to an overdose. For more information, contact Harmoni Jones. 

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 5 p.m.

  • Lethbridge College Annual Employee Recognition event. This celebrations honours retirees, winners of employee excellence awards and those employees who are having anniversaries of starting to work at Lethbridge College. 

Thursday, Feb. 9, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

  • As part of the college’s FNMI Cultural Support Program, Métis Elder Rod McLeod will be available to meet with students in the FNMI Student Lounge (AN1501). 

Thursday, Feb. 9, 4:30 to 8 p.m.

  • The School of Business Administration and Office Administrative Professional Program Career networking night. This event is open to current School of Business Administration and Office Administrative Professional students and will provide the opportunity to meet with industry representatives to learn about the field and create lasting networking connections. Please contact Megan Hebert at [email protected] with any questions or inquires. 

Friday, Feb. 10, 11:30 a.m.

  • In an effort to make sure FNMI students are aware and taking advantage of available student awards, an appies and award applications event will take place in the FNMI Student Lounge (AN1501). 

Friday, Feb. 10, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 10, and Saturday, Feb. 11

  • Kodiaks “Make Some Noise for Mental Health” weekend. Student-athletes and mental health advocates in Alberta are teaming up with RBC Olympians and Sheldon Kennedy to reduce stigma related to mental illness and promote mental health and wellness. Make Some Noise for Mental Health is an award-winning campaign which promotes mental health awareness on 17 post-secondary campuses in 15 communities. The Kodiaks are using their home games this weekend to support this good cause. Those in attendance can enter to win multiple prizes, including gift baskets courtesy of the Canadian Mental Health Association and Lethbridge College Fitness Centre memberships. Free noisemakers will be handed out to spectators. Come out and support the Kodiaks for a good cause. 

Saturday, Feb. 11, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 13, 11 a.m. to noon

  • A special Learning Café will take place in the FNMI Student Lounge (AN1501). 

Wednesday, Feb. 15

  • Overdose Prevention and Take-Home Naloxone Kit Training workshop. This one-hour training session, offered in partnership with ARCHES Lethbridge, provides education on current drug trends, like the fentanyl crisis, and how to identify and prevent an overdose using the Take-Home Naloxone Kit. Participants will gain awareness of the dangers in current drug trends; recognize signs and symptoms of an overdose; demonstrate knowledge of how to respond to an overdose and how to use the Naloxone Kit; and describe safety precautions when responding to an overdose. For more information, contact Harmoni Jones. 

Thursday, Feb. 16, 12:30 p.m.

  • As part of Black History Month, a group of Afro-Caribbean students have teamed up with the LCSA for a series of celebratory events. Join us for a cultural dress-up day as students will gather in Centre Core dressed in traditional clothing.   

Thursday, Feb. 16, 4 to 6 p.m.

  • As a new health and wellness initiative, FNMI Services is hosting a talking circle. This event, involving local Elders, creates a safe and supportive environment for students to talk about issues affecting them. The event will take place in the FNMI Student Lounge (AN1501). 

Friday, Feb. 17, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 18, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 21, and Wednesday, Feb. 22

  • Mental Health First Aid course. In this 12-hour course, participants will learn how to provide help to a person developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crisis until appropriate professional treatment is received or until the crisis is resolved. They will also learn how to increase their comfort and knowledge level when supporting someone with mental health problems or during a crisis; raise mental health awareness; decrease the stigma of mental health problems and disorders; better understand community resources; and create college connectedness. For more information, contact Harmoni Jones. 

Friday, Feb. 24, women’s game at 6 p.m., men’s game at 8 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 24, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

  • Lethbridge College Junior/Senior High Appreciation Night, which is designed to showcase our Kodiaks athletics community to prospective junior and senior high students and basketball teams. Students and their chaperones will be given dinner and free admission to the Kodiaks games. Wearing their school jerseys, prospective students will be able to participate in some fun basketball competitions to win great prizes during half-time for the men’s and women’s games. Students can enter their names in a draw to win a Kodiaks sports camp prize package, and can speak with our recruitment team and get answers to questions about programs, services, athletics and more. 

Saturday, Feb. 25, women’s game at 1 p.m., men’s game at 3 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 27, 11 a.m. to noon

  • An information session titled “Tips from your friendly librarian” will take place in the FNMI Student Lounge (AN1501). 

March 1 to 4

  • Championship Weekend. Lethbridge College is proud to host the ACAC Championships Weekend in the city, bringing the best women’s basketball players and indoor track athletes to the city. Stay tuned for more details.    

ONGOING EVENTS

Black History Month movie screenings

  • A group of Afro-Caribbean students and the LCSA have teamed up to celebrate Black History Month. As part of the celebrations, movies featuring black actors and themes will be streamed beginning at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday in The Cave. 

Student for a day – February and March

  • Our student for a day program helps high school students decide which program is right for them. We pair them up with a current student in the program of their choice and they attend classes for the day. We even provide lunch! To sign-up visit: www.lethbridgecollege.ca/student-for-a-day. 

Student Experience activities for February

  • The Student Experience office will be working with students on a number of projects in February, including Wellness Wednesdays and Career Networking Nights. In addition, they will do a “Get Framed” event, a “Treat Outreach” event and devote time to promoting the student calendar. Get Framed is a “school spirit” promo where we take a picture of students in our social media frames, and post them on the Facebook page. In return they get a voucher for a free coffee/tea/soda. Treat Outreach is a way for staff to connect with students and check in on their well-being, providing either popcorn, fruit or another treat as they connect with students. The calendar promotion will include swag and Tim Hortons’ giveaways as well as a chance for a grand prize, study-buddy gift basket valued at $100 for students who check out the new calendar. For more information about any of these student events, contact Michael Bartz. 

“We’re calling because we care!” initiative

  • For the past year, the college has focused on learning more about our students to help us understand how we can help them be more successful, and meet their evolving needs holistically. As part of that effort, starting on Feb. 1, we begin the Lethbridge College “We’re calling because we care!” telephone campaign to new students who started at Lethbridge College for the winter 2017 semester. The primary objective is to reach out to students early in the semester to raise awareness and encourage them to access available Lethbridge College student supports and services. The initial calls are automated and ask seven brief questions related to academic, social, emotional and physical wellness. If students answer yes to any question, they will receive a personal follow up by the appropriate staff (by phone or email) providing help in a specified area. For more information, contact Nancy Russell or Shelley Carter-Rose. 

Garden Court newsletter

Evening Dining in the Garden Court

  • Anyone who loves good food is invited to book a table at the Garden Court for evening dining. Dinner will be available from 5 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 14, 15, 16 and 28 and March 1 and 2. Guests can order off the regular menu or take advantage of the special five-course meal and wine promotion. For reservations, please call 403-320-3230.  

Student massage clinic

  • The student massage clinic is open for the Winter 2017 semester. The clinic is open from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. More information is available online. To book your appointment, call Bonnie at 403-329-7274.    

Friday Entrepreneur Builder series

  • Instructor Cheryl Meheden’s small business management class welcomes entrepreneurs on Fridays from 11 a.m. to noon, including Lori Matheson, Naturistas, on Feb. 10. The sessions take place from 11 a.m. to noon in the Fredericks Theatre.  

Student Success Workshops

  • Lethbridge College offers free Student Success Workshops in the Learning Café, providing instruction and guidance in topics that include studying effectively, writing better research papers, improving memory, effective proofreading, managing test anxiety, advocacy/assertiveness training, taking great notes, managing stress, time management and more. Check out the whole schedule for February online. 

Students learn pitching with tecconnect

  • For the second year, students in the Multimedia Production and the Digital Communications and Media programs will partner with tecconnect on a Dragon’s Den-style pitching competition. The students will work in collaborative teams to create marketing materials and distribution strategies for an entrepreneur from the tecconnect incubator. The entrepreneur meets with students to provide company goals and challenges. Students then break into groups to brainstorm ideas, then the groups go to tecconnect for an intensive seven-hour competition. The competition ends with them pitching to and receiving feedback from a panel of entrepreneurs. The students meet with the client on Feb. 2, and then spend much of the day on Feb. 15 making their plans and pitches.