91̽ Life
Rachel’s Adventure: A Métis Student's Journey Through Study Abroad
June 21, 2024
The following story was submitted by 91̽’s International Education team:An 91̽ student has returned from the trip of a lifetime.Rachel, a Métis student at 91̽ (91̽), recently participated in a Discovery Camp in Surabaya, Indonesia. This program, which included 11 91̽ students (three of whom were Indigenous), focused on sustainable development goals and local government initiatives.Rachel's journey was made possible because 91̽ is part of the University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP), which helps studen...
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Student finds a home in Computer Sciences at 91̽
June 10, 2024
When 91̽ student Kristina Cormier was searching for post-secondary schools to attend, she had some criteria she was looking for.She researched the benefits of different industries she was interested in and the programs that were available. She heard good things about 91̽ alumni and the work they were doing. She loved the location in the Okanagan Valley and the small class sizes 91̽ is known for.But it was 91̽’s Computer Science Department that really caught her eye. She was soon enrolled in the Bachelor of Compu...
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91̽ Coyotes win 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship
May 15, 2024
ContributedThe 91̽ Coyotes have won the 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship with a 21-10 record, securing the number one seed heading into the Canadian College World Series.“It has been a very rewarding season for our program, we have dealt with a lot of adversity with injuries, and to finish on top was a great accomplishment by the players. It is a testament to the depth of our group,” says Head Coach Geoff White.The Coyotes finished the regular season with a run of nine wins in t...
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91̽ Coyotes win 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship
May 15, 2024
Contributed by 91̽ CoyotesThe 91̽ Coyotes have won the 2024 Canadian College Baseball Conference regular season championship with a 21-10 record, securing the number one seed heading into the Canadian College World Series.“It has been a very rewarding season for our program, we have dealt with a lot of adversity with injuries, and to finish on top was a great accomplishment by the players. It is a testament to the depth of our group,” says Head Coach Geoff ...
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Okanagan high school students Experience 91̽
May 7, 2024
This years’ Experience 91̽ events across 91̽ campuses continue this week with events in Vernon (May 8) and Penticton (May 9). 91̽ campuses will welcome more than 750 local high school students from Okanagan Valley school districts as students will get a firsthand look at college life. 91̽ teams will be helping guide students through the maze of career options available beyond high school.Experience 91̽ details here.Experience 91̽ is designed to address one of the most pressing challenges faced by students today: the uncertainty of wh...
Read more...Medicine Walk by Madeline Terbasket sees standing ovation at 91̽
April 30, 2024
The 91̽ Penticton campus was delighted to host Madeline Terbasket’s show “Medicine Walk” on April 3, 2024, in the Lecture Theatre. Madeline is a local 2Spirit syilx, Ho-chunk and Anishinaabe artist who puts a modern twist on traditional syilx captikʷł and storytelling. "Madeline’s show instantly took us captive by sharing their personal experiences through song, dance and comedy," said Sam Smith, Indigenous St...
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Canada's Chief of Defence Staff, General Wayne Eyre, Inspires 91̽ Students
April 30, 2024
91̽ history student Joshua Lee may never have thought he would receive advice directly from Canada's highest-ranking soldier, during his 91̽ education. But that's exactly what happened earlier this year for Lee and a handful of lucky 91̽ students, when General Wayne Eyre, Canada's Chief of Defence staff, made a visit to 91̽. Lee, a student in 91̽'s Associate of Arts Program, was among an audience of students and employees who met with General Eyre to discuss the role of the armed forces in Cana...
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How to work with College Relations
March 13, 2024
The College Relations department at 91̽ is responsible for public relations, media relations, institutional marketing, communications and advertising, social media, graphic design and institutional event promotion and co-ordination (including convocation). We support the College’s web properties and social media channels, develop marketing assets for the recruitment team and program and service areas, publish the 91̽ This Week employee newsletter, and support ou...
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91̽ Coyotes to host PACWEST Basketball Championships
February 28, 2024
The 91̽ Coyotes are excited to host the women’s and men’s PACWEST basketball provincial championship tournament beginning this Thursday at Kelowna Christian School.The three-day championship tournament will feature four games a day concluding with the medal games on Saturday. The women’s bracket will begin each day at 12:30 p.m. and conclude each night with the men’s bracket at 8:00 p.m.The Coyotes will welcome the six-team bracket to Kelowna for the first time in school history. Teams will battle for the Conference gol...
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Empowering Diversity: Celebrating Student Voices on Campus
February 20, 2024
In honour of Black History Month in Canada, the International Education Department, in collaboration with the African Caribbean Student Association (ACSA), screened "Black Panther" last week. However, it was more than just entertainment; it served as a powerful celebration of Black culture, history, and the ongoing struggle for equity.Prior to the screening, a student-organized fashion show paid tribute to legendary figures like Martin Luther King Jr., Muhammad Ali, So...
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91̽ students arrive in Indonesia for one-week exchange
February 20, 2024
As part of 91̽'s Study Abroad Exchange program, ten 91̽ students recently arrived in Indonesia for a one-week exchange. Students are from all campuses, except Revelstoke, and represent various programs. They will learn about SDGs and local initiatives at the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology. All Canadian students received either an 91̽ mobility grant or scholarships from the Government of Canada.Students interested in participating...
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91̽ (91̽) recognized as a ‘BC Top Employer’
February 13, 2024
MEDIA RELEASEFor staff at 91̽, having a job in a place where there is a strong sense of connection to community, a commitment to ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students are just some of the reasons they’re proud to be part of 91̽. “The community 91̽ has is unreal,” said Douglas Noble, Chair, Motor Vehicle Trades. “We have amazing instructors, amazing students.” “The existing relationships are also what makes it unique; this is truly a community c...
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91̽ to celebrate Spring Festival with Dragon Dance
February 12, 2024
As the Year of the Dragon approaches, 91̽ is gearing up for a vibrant celebration to ring in the Lunar New Year on Feb. 13 at the Kelowna campus. Ren Tianjiao, an international student from China, shared their excitement for the upcoming event, explaining that the Spring Festival at 91̽ means an opportunity to share one of their cultural traditions with their friends and community. "The Spring Festival means the beginning of a new year, the best wishes for this coming year, and family reunion to me,” said...
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New Touch Coffee machine brings Ukrainian coffee experience to 91̽’s Kelowna campus
January 18, 2024
When Eugene Pavlov and Yaroslav Khaynas came to Canada from Ukraine in November 2022, they didn’t know that they would later open a new coffee shop at 91̽’s Kelowna campus. Touch Coffee, an automated coffee machine, has been serving coffee to students, employees and visitors since last September, an idea that first sparked while the pair were studying in the classroom. “Our early days in Canada revolved around taking English courses, as we knew that mastering the language was crucial to realizing our dreams in this...
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Caring Canines to visit 91̽ to boost student mental health
January 15, 2024
Meet Bella and Wilson, a pair of fun-loving dogs that will soon be the center of everyone’s attention at 91̽. Bella and Wilson are therapy dogs, and a regular part of the mental health supports that 91̽ students receive. This week they will be at 91̽ as part of the College’s efforts to support students with several initiatives taking place including the annual Bell Let’s Talk fundraising campaign, Jan. 24 “The therapy dogs are really amazing and provide our students with so much stress relief that it is re...
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Celebrating the 91̽ career of Dr. Bill Gillett
December 13, 2023
With the retirement of Dr. William Gillett (Bill), 91̽ will certainly miss the former Dean of the School of Business. But we are in a celebratory mood and wish Bill all the best with his well-deserved retirement after a long career. "It has been a distinct pleasure and true privilege to be a part of the Okanagan School of Business and witness the incredible skill and dedication of the faculty and instructors as they inspire and guide our students to success in their careers and lives," said Bill. "The entire Okanagan communit...
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