Excel Spring 2016

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TEAM Spring 2016

CELEBRATES MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL Alumnus success

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Alumnus overcomes adversity & excels

LAKELAND LEADS

Since officially opening in August, Lakeland’s new power engineering facility is catching the eye of industry. The Energy Centre was recognized with an award of merit for building engineering at the Consulting Engineers of Alberta’s Showcase Awards 2016.

Energizing LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

“Every day in the Energy Centre you get to do something that you have never done before.”

That’s what Morgan Meagher, a second-year heavy oil power engineering (HOPE) student, says when asked about Lakeland College’s state-of-the-art power lab. He’s completing shifts in the Lloydminster campus Energy Centre, taking turns as shift supervisor or engineer, and is putting what he’s learned in class into action.

“Working in the lab as shift supervisor is preparing us for when we are out on the job. It comes with a lot of responsibility. I take it very seriously. Every time I come in here, it’s like I am going to work,” says the 19-year-old.

As the only post-secondary institution in Western Canada to create an integrated power plant featuring a once-through steam generator (OTSG) for heavy oil training, Lakeland is offering more student-managed learning opportunities to students like Meagher.

RUSTLERS ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Support our athletes! All proceeds go towards the athletics program for scholarships and travel expenses as they pursue provincial and national championships.

Lloydminster Golf & Curling Centre Tuesday, August 30, 2016 Texas Scramble format – Shotgun start at 9:00 am Registration: Team of 4 – $1,000 • Individual – $250 Includes 18 holes of golf with cart, breakfast, supper, hole in one prizes, food and beverage tents, door prizes, tax receipt for the taxable portion of the registration and a lot of fun!

For sponsorship opportunities contact Sheray Thomas at sheray.thomas@lakelandcollege.ca or 780 871 5472

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Ready, Set .. .

Social!

This is always an exciting part of our Alumni Association year as we do have a number of planned socials coming soon. We will be partnering with Lakeland College at these events.

L TO R are Ray Yaworski, Barry McCarty (Alumni Assn.

President), Bill Fox (Past President), Sandra Bernes, Tom Kibblewhite, Gwen Kibblewhite, Georgina Altman, Evelyn Lang, Edmund Lefsrud, Werner Wennekamp, Charlie Jamieson. MISSING WAS: Jack Price

We encourage all alumni to come out to renew old acquaintances and meet new alumni at these functions. The Kelowna Social, scheduled for April 23, will be their second annual and they are hoping it will be bigger and better.

President

Barry McCarty ‘69 Vice President

Ed Lefsrud ‘65 Treasurer

Sandra Bernes ‘66 Secretary

Evelyn Lang ‘63 Past President

Bill Fox ‘58 Director

Charlie Jamieson ‘84

Two new events planned this year are socials in Lloydminster and Saskatoon.

These events have been planned for people who cannot attend Homecoming in Vermilion. This is one way to promote fellowship amongst alumni and it gives everyone a great opportunity to stay in touch.

Thank you for participating in all alumni events! Our hope is that we all have a happy and healthy winter as we look forward to an exciting spring season.

Term Ends 2018 Director

Werner Wennekamp ‘65 Term Ends 2018 Director

Ray Yaworski ‘75

Barry McCarty 1 780 632 7433 mccartyb@mcsnet.ca

Term Ends 2018 Director

Jack Price ‘66 Term Ends 2018 Director

Tom Kibblewhite ‘59 Term Ends 2018

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ALUMNI SOCIAL EVENTS DATES & LOCATIONS SATURDAY, APRIL 9, 2016 – NEW EVENT Saskatchewan Alumni Social University of Saskatchewan campus, Saskatoon, Sask.

Possible tour Time: 2 to 5 p.m.

Contact: Alumni Office, 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8628 SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2016 Edmonton & Area Alumni Social Country Side Golf Club, 51466 Range Road 232, Sherwood Park, Alta.

Time: 2 to 5 p.m.

Contact: Alumni Office, 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8628 SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2016 British Columbia Alumni Social Hotel Eldorado, 500 Cook Road, Kelowna, B.C. Time: 2 to 5 p.m.

Possible winery tour on Sunday, April 24, 2016 Contact: Alumni Office, 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8628 FRIDAY - SUNDAY, JUNE 10, 11 & 12, 2016 Lakeland College Alumni Homecoming Lakeland College, Vermilion, Alta.

Contact: Alumni Office, 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8628 Registration form is on page 43

YUMA SUCCESS! Thank you to everyone who attended the annual Yuma Alumni Snowbird Social in Arizona earlier in February. We hope to see you at our other alumni events this year too.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 20, 2016 Grande Prairie Alumni Social Dunvegan Campsite, Alta.

Time: 1 to 5 p.m.

Contacts: Alice Fortier, 780 532 6662 Eric Stamp, 780 766 2464 SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2016 Lacer the Racer Alumni Golf Tournament Vermilion Golf and Country Club, Vermilion, Alta.

Contact: Shauna Zack, 780 853 8628 THURSDAY, AUGUST 4, 2016 Westlock Alumni Social Westlock Memorial Hall, Elks Room, 99 Ave. – 106 St., Westlock, Alta.

Time: 2 to 5 p.m.

Contacts: George & Ivy McMillan, 780 349 2404 Doug & Vera Brown, 780 349 2410

Alumni are welcome to attend each event.

Bring a friend, but please RSVP!

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Giving Thanks Her unwavering dedication and support have been appreciated for decades at Lakeland College. Now as Margaret Snelgrove (nee Briggs) steps down from her position as the Alumni Association’s historian – one of several positions she’s held at the college over the last 34 years – many are giving thanks and paying tribute.

“Our thanks go out to her for being such a dedicated volunteer,” says Sandra Bernes, Alumni Association treasurer. “We know that she couldn’t have contributed so many years to us without the support of her family who had to juggle and lose out on some of their precious family time with Margaret while we benefitted from her hours spent on college projects.”

From serving on the Lakeland College Board of Governors (198288) to being the treasurer (1989-2004), a director (2005-2008), and most recently the historian (2008-2016) of the Alumni Association, Margaret gave her time and talents to her alma mater.

She could be counted on to “dig right in” when it came to projects.

Margaret’s efforts have helped with the preservation and storage of college artifacts. Together with her husband Bob, the Snelgroves also recently donated the patio furniture used at the Alumni House.

“For years Margaret has passionately supported the Alumni Association and Lakeland College,” says Darla Yonkman, past alumni coordinator. “Margaret shared her wealth of knowledge and vast experience to build stronger relationships with our alumni. She assisted with homecomings too, which contributed to the success of each event. I thank Margaret and wish her all the best as she enjoys her time with her friends and family.”

LOOKING BACK As a member of the Class of ’47, Margaret graduated from the Vermilion School of Agriculture (VSA) with her soon-to-be husband Bob. Along with her sister Dorothy, she was in the first class at VSA after WW II. Her brothers Don and Fred later attended VSA. Top, Alumni stalwarts, Margaret and Bob Snelgrove, graduated together from the college in 1947. Bottom, the Snelgroves were instrumental in helping the college display its centennial farm plaque on campus.

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Married in 1948, Bob and Margaret lived on a farm near Vermilion after a fire destroyed their house on the Snelgrove farm near Derwent. But for a year spent on the West Coast, it was on the farm where Bob and Margaret raised their eight children.

Bob served as president of the Alumni Association for three years in the 1960s. He took to the skies in 1964 when he got his pilot’s licence and flew by the old saying “There are old pilots and bold pilots, but no old bold pilots.”

Over the years the Snelgroves travelled to the West Coast, 30 states, Great Britain, Panama, Costa Rica and Mexico. While Bob enjoyed skiing, Margaret preferred the Arizona sunshine, golf and aquacize in the winter, and attended alumni reunions in Mesa in the 1990s. Margaret also travelled Canada from coast-to-coast and crossed the ponds to Australia and New Zealand.

Their eldest child and only daughter lives in Oregon where she happily raised two girls. Their sons worked together to expand the construction business and the farm. Four of them are still in “The Company” together, and the other two have their own businesses in Vermilion.

Their son Lloyd was MLA for VermilionLloydminster for 11 years and served as president of the Treasury Board for Premier Ed Stelmach.

In 2015, Margaret and Bob retired to the Vermilion Valley Lodge. But with 19 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and more on the way, their days are filled with concerts, recitals and sports events.

The family is involved in many community activities and they enjoy hearing their news and views from town council, the fire department, the agricultural society and any number of sports groups.

CENTENNIAL PLAQUE CONTRIBUTION When the Alumni Association first discussed getting the centennial farm plaque from the Government of Alberta, Margaret suggested a large stone to mount the plaque on.

Margaret’s son Lloyd, who was the MLA at the time, took care of securing the plaque for the college and presented it to the Alumni Association at the 2013 Centennial Homecoming.

The commemorative rock, which Snelgrove & Sons hauled to the Vermilion campus, and plaque are located near the site of the original college building, west of the Bentley Building. “A special thank

you to the Snelgroves for getting that done for us,” says Bill Fox, past president of the Alumni Association.

HOMECOMING 2016 On behalf of the Lakeland College Alumni Association, Margaret and Bob will receive a special invitation to Homecoming 2016.

Jean Paré, author of the Company's Coming cookbook series, hopes to attend Homecoming 2016 too with her dear friend Margaret. This time Jean will be able to enjoy the banquet rather than cater to it as she did at the college’s 50th anniversary celebration.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Roll Stranded in the Nashville International Airport thanks to a colossal snowstorm with musicians travelling from Boston and Los Angeles for a show in Calgary, Chris Brunton set up what he calls his “to-go office.”

Equipped with a small printer, scanner, laptop and cellphone, he rebooked flights and took care of other logistics to ensure the show went off without a hitch.

It’s all part of the job for Brunton, Class of 2001, who has worked closely alongside award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter Jann Arden for the past 11 years.

“The ability to do your job anywhere is so key,” says Brunton.

Taking care of the day-to-day details and logistics is par for the course for this tour manager and creative director. From ensuring an entourage – ranging from 10 to upwards of 35 depending on the tour – is taken care of along with their gear, to designing live shows, photo shoots and more, Brunton is passionate about his work with Arden and the music industry.

“Even though you have a title, you have a million jobs,” he says with a laugh. “I don’t know how people did this job without the Internet, but they did. I would be beside myself without my iPhone and my computer.”

Brunton joined Arden’s team in a fan club and public relations position after mailing a letter to her Calgary office in 2004. He had earned his bachelor of commerce degree at the University of Alberta – a degree he began working towards in Lakeland College’s university transfer program – and finished the law school admission test. Viewing his position with Arden as temporary until he was accepted to law school, Brunton’s role only began to grow.

Opposite page, Chris Brunton on the set of The Social with the television show’s cohosts and frequent guest host Jann Arden (far right). Top, Brunton and Arden with Reba McEntire at the Calgary Stampede.

Brunton and Arden have worked closely together for more than a decade.

Rock For Brunton, working with Arden means working for not only a multiplatinum singer-songwriter, but also an author, broadcaster, columnist and producer. With such a multi-faceted career, Brunton is kept busy on the road more often than not. For instance, while Arden did 30 shows last year, the team was on the road for 200 days, including a 40-day press junket for her new Christmas album.

“My mom says I ran away with the circus and it’s true, I did. But it’s worked out really well for me.”

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. . . continued from previous page “A lot of people see awards shows and they see the moments that are unique to the industry but they don’t realize how much work goes into that and all of the behind the scenes work that is needed to make everything come together. They don’t realize that I had been on a plane 100 times last year. They don’t realize that sleeping on a tour bus is not glamorous in any way, shape or form,” says Brunton with a laugh.

“It’s chaos and a lot of work, but she has a really good team of people around her and it all flows together quite well. I really lucked out, so I count my blessings every day that I got my foot in the door and was given the opportunity to go out and do new things every year. It keeps me excited and it keeps things different, and that’s what excites Jann and me.”

He returned to his roots in February 2015 when Arden performed a sold-out show at the Vic Juba Community Theatre located at Lakeland’s Lloydminster campus. Live shows are what Brunton enjoys the most in his line of work. Whether it’s a tour or special event, Brunton works on costumes, the set list, stage design and all of the other elements that bring the live event to the spotlight. Learning to adapt and deftly multi-task enable Brunton to excel with each project.

And 2016 is already a busy year for Brunton. There’s a 16-show tour across B.C. in March, a new novel to promote and then in the fall they’ll be back on the road for a Christmas tour.

Growing up on a farm west of Lloydminster, Alta. near Blackfoot is what Brunton says helped to establish the strong work ethic he has today. Before catching his early-morning bus to school in Kitscoty, he had to complete his chores and feed the horses.

“I really think that starting off in that country-setting with all of those values and hard-working parents were what instilled this drive in me,” says Brunton.

“And honestly, it also comes from liking the work and from the passion you have for it. I fell into this work. It was my dream but it wasn’t my plan.”

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“We probably have three different tours, a book and being in the studio for an original record all in 2016. It will be busy along with my other projects. Plus you never know what pops up,” says Brunton, listing a request for Arden to be the “godmother” of a new cruise ship in Germany as one of the more unique opportunities they’ve accepted.

“Jann and I have a really good understanding of what drives each other and so our relationship works out really well. I don’t take that for granted. At the same time, I work my butt off,” he adds with a laugh.

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Laura Cobb is $6,000 richer after placing first and third in student design competitions, but it’s the confidence she gained from the wins that will pay the most dividends.

“The wins are confirmation for me that I do have the skill set I need to be successful in this industry. It’s a huge confidence boost,” says Cobb, a 2015 graduate of Lakeland College’s interior design technology program.

The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) announced the winners of its 2014-15 student kitchen design and charette competitions in September. Cobb placed first in the charette competition and third in the kitchen design competition, earning $5,000 and $1,000 scholarships respectively for her wins.

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Cobb and her classmates created designs for the competitions during their second and final year of the interior design program at the Vermilion campus. She was joined in the winners’ circle by classmates Kayla Soto who won the kitchen design competition and Bree-Anne Hubick who finished third in the charette competition.

Their designs were selected from hundreds of entries from NKBA student members at colleges and universities across North America.

With their wins in the kitchen design competition, Cobb and Soto attended the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show and NKBA Design Competition awards event in January in Las Vegas. This is an exclusive event open only to the top designers of the year.

The placements extend Lakeland’s winning streak in student design competitions to 12 years. To Cobb, the wins are a reflection of the strength of the program.

“It’s a great program and I would recommend it to anyone. I think the reason it’s so successful is the instructors and their passion for the program and the students. They’ve created a (design incubator) setting that is very positive and encouraging,” says Cobb, who is originally from Lumsden, Sask.

After graduating from the diploma program, Cobb began a practicum as an office planner at SaskPower in Regina. She’s since been hired full-time. She also does freelance work for an architectural firm.

“Hopefully this is just the beginning of a successful career in interior design,” says Cobb. “The (wins) are a great motivator for me to keep on doing my best.”

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Every child dreams of what they’ll be when they grow up.

For Chris Cederstrand, Class of 2005, he dreamed of competing in the sport he loves and helping others as a firefighter. And he’s doing both today.

Photo by Andy Devlin

Overcoming ADVERSITY “It was on the bucket list for me,” says Cederstrand. “Now I have an amazing family and I get to do the two things that I dreamed about doing when I was a kid: wearing the Team Canada jersey and being a firefighter. I am extremely happy with my life right now.”

But the road to achieving his goals has not been without its share of bumps and curves.

From a young age, Cederstrand excelled in hockey. He played minor hockey in his hometown, Martensville, Sask., before he moved on to AAA midget hockey in Tisdale, Sask.

After that he was drafted by the Red Deer Rebels in the Western Hockey League and was traded to Swift Current where his hockey career came to end due to injury, or so he thought.

After living in Australia for a spell with his then girlfriend, now wife Shannon, Cederstrand enrolled in the firefighter program at Lakeland College’s Emergency Training Centre in Vermilion, Alta., to pursue his goal of becoming a firefighter.

“When I finished up my hockey career, it just seemed like a natural transition to go into firefighting,” he says, adding he had already completed emergency medical training prior to taking Lakeland’s 12-week firefighting program in 2005.

“This was something that I had wanted to do for a very long time and it was an incredible experience for me.”

As a newlywed eager to begin his front-line career, Cederstrand moved to Calgary and began applying. His plan was to work in road construction until he found a job as a firefighter. Cederstrand’s plans were derailed when a 30,000 kg road packer flipped and crushed his right leg. During a life-saving surgery, doctors amputated his leg above the knee.

“I had just got the phone call the day of my accident telling me that I had a job with the Siksika Nation fire department,” says Cederstrand, who was 25 at the time. “I went from having the world at me feet, being a very active person and always very physically fit, to essentially having to learn to walk again. You end up losing your identity and everything I had worked hard for, it didn’t seem like I would be able to attain it at that point.”

The first few years of recovery were difficult to say the least, according to Cederstrand. But by rekindling his love of sports he was able to create a new and welcome sense of normalcy in his life.

“I had a great support system with my family, friends and people I had gone to the Emergency Training Centre with.

They were all behind me, supporting me 100 per cent,” says the father of two. “It just took finding the right sport and the right time to really get my life progressing forward again.” continued on next page . . .

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. . . continued from previous page The right sport proved to be sledge hockey. Incorporating the same rules and discipline structure as regular ice hockey, sledge hockey players sit on specially designed sleds, or “sledges,” with skate blades under the seat. Using two sticks players not only pass, stickhandle and shoot the puck, they also propel and maneuver their sleds.

Initially, Cederstrand thought this sport wasn’t for him, but now he’s hooked thanks to his friend and teammate Kieran Block, who took him to World Sledge Hockey Challenge five years ago.

Cederstrand took to the sport quickly and was soon noticed by Team Canada. He played for the development team and was the first alternate for Team Canada’s Paralympic team at the Sochi Winter Games. 2014-15 marked Cederstrand’s first full year of being on the national team. Together, they took home silver at the world championships.

“It’s a full-time gig. You’re going 100 per cent for four to five hours a day in training on ice and in the gym. When we travel with the team, we get together at least once a month for a training camp or a tournament,” says Cederstrand, who is currently recovering from shoulder surgery. His goal is to recover in time for the summer camps and he has his eye on competing in the 2018 Paralympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

Balancing his sledge hockey career with family life, Cederstrand is also helping his community as a volunteer, motivational speaker and in the near future, he hopes his foundation will make a difference too.

With an invitation from Jim Smith, fire chief and former Lakeland instructor, to join the MD of Foothills Fire Department, Cederstrand was quick to say yes. He worked hard to meet the physical requirements and even competed in a firefit challenge in 2014. To his knowledge, Cederstrand is the only above-knee amputee firefighter in Canada.

With the support of his family Chris Cederstand is fulfilling his dreams of wearing the Team Canada jersey and being a firefighter. Meeting the physical requirements of being a firefighter, Cederstrand competed in a firefit challenge and to his knowledge, he’s the only above-knee amputee firefighter in Canada.

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“I saw that it was hockey basically, just sitting instead of skating. You need exactly the same skill set – it’s hockey.”

– Chris Cederstrand

Photo by Andy Devlin

As a motivational speaker Cederstrand visits schools and meets with hockey teams to share his message of overcoming adversity to achieve a dream. Following one of his talks, two mothers spearheaded fundraising efforts to help Cederstrand reach his own goal of purchasing an X3 prosthetic leg. In six months, they raised $100,000.

“I was blown away by the community support and so grateful,” says Cederstrand.

Described as the world’s most technologically advanced microprocessor prosthetic leg, the X3 has greatly increased Cederstrand’s mobility, flexibility and confidence.

“It’s like going from driving a Pinto to a Ferrari,” he says. “It allows you to do pretty much anything that an able-body person can do. The microprocessor knee can actually read what you are doing. If

you want to start running, you just start running and the leg realizes what you are doing and adapts to it.”

Knowing how important sports are to his well-being and quality of life, Cederstrand wants to help new amputees and people with disabilities return to and benefit from sports too. He’s in the early stages of establishing the Cederstrand Foundation in Okotoks, Alta., which will raise funds to help others purchase sport prosthetics.

“To be able to give somebody the ability to go for a run again, to get back into sports in some sense, I know how much it helped me out and how it gave me that normalcy in my life, and to be able to give that to someone else, it’ll be amazing.”

To learn more about the Cederstrand Foundation, visit togetherwewill4chris.com.

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Alumnus Excels in

Health & Wellness Making others feel and look their best is something Ashton Faithful, Class of 2014 and 2015, excels at.

A relaxing massage, pedicure or new hairstyle are a few of the many techniques Faithful’s perfected by completing Lakeland College’s esthetician and pre-employment hairstylist programs.

“I absolutely loved it,” says the 27-year-old. “I like the fact that it’s calming and that I can make people feel good, and when they feel good, I feel good.”

Esthetician students complete 152 hours of hands-on learning in the Lloydminster campus spa and with the pre-employment hairstylist practicum students hone their skills, which worked well for Faithful, who says she learns best by doing.

“I loved the mix of hands-on work and theory. I developed a wide range of skills, learned how to provide quality care and services and I could still be creative,” says Faithful of Frog Lake, Alta.

“The instructors are amazing. They taught me a lot and it helped build a confidence in me that I really didn’t have before.”

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graduating from the esthetician program and was awarded a scholarship while completing the pre-employment hairstylist program.

With two programs under her belt, Faithful’s goal is to one day open a spa or salon of her own. To accomplish that she plans to return to Lakeland for the business administration program in the future while keeping her skills up-to-date. She’s offering aesthetic and salon services part-time from her home. Thanks to recommendations from Lakeland instructors, Faithful’s also kept busy and honed her skills with hair and makeup requests for weddings and other events.

As an alumnus, Faithful is invited to the Lloydminster campus regularly to provide demonstrations to both the esthetician and pre-employment hairstylist students. From makeup demos – ranging between fantasy, evening glam and day looks – to braiding and other hair styles, Faithful is drawing on her skills and Lakeland experience to teach future health and wellness professionals.

“For me, I want to inspire others to reach their goals, especially my two children,” says Faithful, a mother of two. “I want to have as much education as I can because that’s what I feel is really important. I really love Lakeland, I had a great experience and I know I will continue to. It helped open the door to a lot of opportunities I have now.”

Jeremy Blanchette, right, has been awarded consecutive silver medals for his automotive skills.

Silver Success for

TRADES ALUMNUS If you’re an apprentice eyeing the 2016 Skills Canada Alberta competition, one Lakeland alumnus advises you to remember the fundamentals of the trade.

“The big thing to remember in the automotive industry is to use your service manual. It’s something you are taught at school and it’s something the judges really like to see. I think that was a big part in my success,” says Jeremy Blanchette, Class of 2015.

Prior to starting the apprenticeship program at Lakeland in 2012, Blanchette completed most of his first year at high school through the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). RAP students are both full-time students and registered apprentices, dividing their time between an approved work site and their high school studies.

“For as long as I can remember I’ve been interested in working in this trade. When I went to high school we had a mechanics course in our school and I had a good teacher. It just increased my interest in the automotive industry. I felt like I could have a good future in it and that’s why I pursued it at Lakeland,” says Blanchette.

Praising his skilled instructors and the quality of the program, Blanchette completed Lakeland’s automotive service technician trades and technology apprenticeship last year. He successfully competed at the “It just increased my interest 2014 and 2015 Skills Canada Alberta competitions, earning consecutive silver in the automotive industry. I medals in auto service. It’s an experience felt like I could have a good Blanchette encourages others to try.

future in it and that’s why I

Today, Blanchette is working full-time at Smyl Motors Ltd. in St. Paul, Alta. It’s where he apprenticed while he completed his training at the college.

And it’s where Lakeland’s Dave King, Mark Okrainetz and Randy Hobbis recently presented Blanchette with a banner to recognize his achievements at the Skills Canada Alberta competitions.

“I definitely recommend it to anyone who pursued it at Lakeland.” is eligible to go. There is a lot to learn from it,” says the 20-year-old. The skills – Jeremy Blanchette and knowledge that auto service competitors are tested on in the Skills Canada competition include: automotive parts identification, drivability and scan “I was very surprised. It was very nice of them to do that,” says tools, electrical systems, electronic service information retrieval, Blanchette, adding he’s already proudly hung his banner at brakes, suspension and steering, and engine fundamentals. home. A second banner was presented to Smyl Motors for their support.

“I like skills competitions because it’s a place where you can compare yourself against other apprentices your age and see how Skills Canada is a campaign to support and build the trades you measure up,” says Blanchette, now a Red Seal endorsed occupations. Students and apprentices across the country journeyman technician. “My instructors were very encouraging compete to represent Canada at the biannual world and I thought it would be a good experience. I was happy to go skills competition. and I learned a lot too.”

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Elected TO Office Following a three decadeplus career, many would relish in their retirement.

Many would set their sights abroad, try their hand at a new hobby or enjoy their well-earned time off the clock in some other way.

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Eric Rosendahl, Class of 1973, hasn’t really slowed down in his retirement. In fact, he’s taken on a new, high profile political career. As he says, he’s “busy 24-seven” now in his new role: Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Alberta.

In what proved to be a historic election for Alberta, Rosendahl won the West Yellowhead constituency for the NDP on May 5, 2015.

“It’s been a fantastic learning curve,” says the MLA from his constituency office. Prior to this life-changing moment, Rosendahl had always been active and involved in the political scene. He served as president of the Yellowhead District Labour Council and was the NDP candidate for the federal Yellowhead riding during the 2014 byelection.

Now as MLA, Rosendahl is familiarizing himself with legislature procedures, attending an array of events, connecting with members of his riding and staying on top of the issues at hand.

While it might not be the relaxed pace of retirement, Rosendahl is enjoying his work on behalf of the province.

“Whether it’s Bill 6 or Bill 5 or something else, you want to make sure you are up to speed on everything,” he says. “The biggest thing is being able to listen – that’s a huge part of it, being able to listen and understand what’s going on so that you can bring forward the issues and concerns to the different ministries in the government. That’s where it takes good, coordinated effort between the MLA and the office staff.”

Rosendahl studied environmental sciences and completed the renewable resource and wildlife management technology diploma program at Lakeland College. Following convocation, he secured a position with Alberta Parks in the William A. Switzer Provincial Park near Hinton, Alta. Encompassing more than 63 sq. km, the park is nestled in the foothills with ample wildlife, forests and a chain of five small lakes – perfect for this enviro alumnus.

“When you come up over the hills and look at the mountains and everything else, you just go ‘wow.’ I fell in love with the area,” says Rosendahl, adding he also met and fell in love with his wife there, with whom he has two daughters.

Staying in Hinton, Rosendahl moved on to work as a steam engineer for close to 33 years at the West Fraser pulp mill.

Before officially entering the political ring in 2015, he worked for the Town of Hinton and the Grande Yellowhead School Division as a bus driver.

Rosendahl was also a member of council, served many years on the environment committee for the Alberta Federation of Labour and on the executive of Unifor 855.

Supporting and working on key issues for the province is what will continue to keep Rosendahl’s schedule full. Rosendahl says he will put forward a private members motion regarding mine safety. Looking further ahead, he says water is an issue that must be addressed overall for Alberta.

An avid community advocate, Rosendahl volunteered on a number of councils and boards, including the Hinton Fish and Game Association, Hinton Search and Rescue and the Alberta Hunter Education Instructors Association.

“It doesn’t matter what you do, water is going to be a part of any discussion,” he says. “Whether it’s forestry and the way in which forestry practices are done, or oil and gas and the water they are using, we need to look at this in a very responsible manner because it’s going to be a huge concern down the road.”

“My schedule was filling up with all of those things then like it is now,” he says with a laugh. “Vermilion (Lakeland College) gave me a good start in all those things; let me put it that way. It’s important to get a good understanding of what is going on in our communities and around us, and being able to have input back into supporting the different organizations and issues.”

Eric Rosendahl’s Lakeland College yearbook photo from 1973.

Top, Rosendahl’s schedule is full with his duties as an MLA.

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Tucked away in the W.H.T Mead Building at the Vermilion campus sit several trophy cases brimming with ribbons, trophies and silver plates. But they’re more than well-earned accolades; they represent Lakeland College’s judging team’s longstanding tradition of excellence and achievement, which all started thanks to an invitation.

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YEAR MILESTONE

Thirty years ago Lakeland College was invited to participate in the Canadian Intercollegiate Judging Competition (CIJC) at the University of Guelph. It was 1986 and there wasn’t a judging team to speak of at the college. But that didn’t stop Lakeland faculty, specifically Ralph Stredwick and Peter Walsh, from accepting the invitation to compete.

In fact, rather quickly they put together a team and headed east.

“I was a little flabbergasted to begin with, but honoured to be asked,” says Arch Partington, Class of 1987 livestock major, who was one of the four members of the first team. “We did a lot of cramming to try and prepare ourselves for it. It was quite a learning experience, believe it or not, and we had a lot of fun.”

“We did a lot of cramming to try and prepare ourselves for it. It was quite a learning experience, believe it or not, and we had a lot of fun.”

– Arch Partington “Mostly we got our butts kicked,” recalls Walsh with a laugh, of their first visit to the CIJC. “We were as prepared as we could be but we didn’t have nearly the amount of time and prep that other teams had. It was an exploratory run and we realized that with some work, we could do this.”

Their first visit to CIJC proved to be a significant milestone, as Lakeland was the first western Canadian team ever to compete. They didn’t return to Vermilion empty-handed either. Lakeland’s inaugural judging team won the championship trophy in the beef class.

“Most of us had beef backgrounds so it felt good to come back with that award as a team. If we had come back empty-handed, we would have felt pretty sheepish,” says Partington, with a chuckle. “It was our first year, so it was a success. I am glad we did it because it opened the door for the college to do it year after year after that.”

THIRTY YEARS OF EXCELLENCE The judging team took root on campus following their win at the CIJC, and as other colleges and universities in Western Canada started teams, new competitions were established too. Lakeland excelled at the competitions and established its own – the Western Canadian Judging Competition – which debuted during Little Royal in 1988.

“I can remember at our Little Royal judging competition having to set limits because we would have 200 contestants who would want to partake, and a lot of them were 4-H members,” says Walsh.

Fast forward three decades and Lakeland is now celebrating the 30th anniversary of its judging team – the longest-running and largest intercollegiate judging program in Western Canada. Highlights of the judging team’s accomplishments include being the first non-Guelph team to win the CIJC and winning at the Royal Winter Fair, among many others.

“In Western Canada, we are it – the longest running intercollegiate judging competition and the winningest collegiate judging team,” says Walsh, crediting the Vermilion Agricultural Society for their longstanding support.

“Lakeland students have always carried themselves well at these competitions. There was a period of 48 months where we only lost one show and it was second place at Guelph. We have a great history in judging, we have done well.”

BUILDING LIFE SKILLS Practice, workshops and road trips are par for the course for students on the judging team. From having an interest in livestock to the challenge of competing, being part of a team and travelling, students join the team for varying reasons. Having a 4-H background isn’t a requirement and not all

Opposite page, Peter Walsh (left) and Ralph Stredwick (right) reminisce and take a look at some of the trophies, ribbons and silver plates Lakeland's judging team has won in the last 30 years. From the top, a look back at the judging team over the years. The team was first assembled to participate in the Canadian Intercollegiate Judging Competition at the University of Guelph.

The team returned with the championship trophy in the beef class.

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“It’s a ton of fun, but the real value in this is that it continues to build judges for the industry.”

– Peter Walsh

Top left, the current judging team at Agribition in November. From left to right, the members are: Teresa Mann, Kaylee Duncan, Aiden Wilkinson and Jess Verstappen. Lakeland’s judging team has a long history of successfully competing at competitions across Western Canada.

“It’s all about critical thinking so they need to be able to analyze and assess a subject based on criteria. It’s a tremendous mental exercise for critical thinking, which is what you wish more people would do more of the time,” Walsh continues, with a laugh. “It’s a life skill and it also provides a tremendous amount of confidence-building based on the oral skills they develop.”

. . . continued from previous page students who join the judging team come from agricultural sciences.

“There is a broader appeal to be part of the judging team,” says Janet Kerr, assistant coach. This year there are 10 students on the team with backgrounds ranging from agricultural sciences to environmental sciences and university transfer (bachelor of science). The team has a full schedule this year with the Canadian Western Agribition, competitions in Saskatoon and Olds, and Little Royal.

“These kids tend to be a little stronger academically, they usually have some interesting character, which makes it fun,” says Walsh. The judging team starts preparations in the fall focusing on beef, grain, livestock and other common judging classes.

“Judging is all about criteria, understanding it and then being able to apply it as objectively as possible,” says Walsh.

Though he’s been stepping back from the judging team as he nears semi-retirement at the end of this academic year, Walsh continues to facilitate workshops on silage, seed and hay to help students practice for competitions.

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THE TRADITION CONTINUES Even though a few decades have passed since he was on the team that won Lakeland’s first judging trophy, Partington continues to judge today. This year he judged a show at Farm Fair. He also judges 4-H shows, was the Vermilion 4-H Beef Club leader for more than 20 years and continues to support local clubs today.

“We need to mentor these kids as much as we can and judging is a great opportunity for that,” says Partington, who owns a purebred herd near Vermilion and works on a commercial cow/calf operation. “Before coming to the college, my 4-H and farming background gave me the basics but the added skills and knowledge I acquired through my experiences on the judging team continue to serve me today in doing what I love to do.”

Praising his mentors, Partington is proud to be part of Lakeland’s judging team’s history and is happy to see it continue to prosper today.

“I think Pete and Ralph need a real pat on the back, as well as the great people who are doing it now. They all deserve a lot of credit for their work with students and for helping them to succeed.”

CELEBRATING STUDENTS

Friends of Lakeland College, industry leaders and members of the community will unite in celebration of education and student success at the 2016 President’s Gala on April 8.

Now in its fourth year, the President’s Gala is growing into a unique event that showcases how students take the lead at Lakeland. Students help organize the gala and they provide auction items, including garden sheds built on campus and aesthetic spa services learned in class. During the gala students welcome guests, emcee and help serve the meal.

This milestone was reached thanks in part to donor support from previous galas.

“Our annual gala enables the college to engage the community and share our latest news and learner success, while raising funds for what matters most to us at Lakeland – our students,” says Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College.

Proceeds from the gala support Lakeland’s student awards program, which celebrated a new milestone of support for students in 2015.

More than $1.2 million in awards, scholarships and bursaries was awarded to Lakeland students.

Michelle Wright

Gala guests will enjoy an evening “under the sea” at the Lloydminster campus on April 8.

With a four-course meal complete with table service and a sweet finish of French hazelnut mousse, live entertainment with Canadian country music icon Michelle Wright, and live and silent auctions, the 2016 President’s Gala will be a memorable evening for all.

Tickets to the gala are selling fast. The event is already more than 75 per cent sold. To purchase your tickets for the President’s Gala, please contact Carrie Boerrichter at 780 871 5413.

For additional information, visit lakelandcollege.ca/gala.

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STUDENTS IN THE LEAD

Touchdown Support With the support of his volunteers, Michael Wirachowsky’s business case project – a jersey raffle – raised more than $830 for KidSport in two hours.

Sports, in particular football, are a mainstay in Michael Wirachowsky’s life.

He grew up competing in sports and played a year of junior football for the Edmonton Huskies. A wrist injury forced him to quit playing but he’s still on the sidelines as head coach of the Chargers in the Lloydminster bantam football league.

Wirachowsky can attest to how important sports are to youth.

“Football taught me so many life lessons, particularly patience, dedication and commitment. I feel it’s really important to incorporate that in kids’ lives,” says Wirachowsky, who is currently completing his business degree at Lakeland College through Athabasca University.

“Sports have a physical benefit too, but they also bring to the table a lot of life skills that you need to have. I feel like football really helped me and it also helps the kids I coach develop those skills,” he adds.

Every year upwards of a thousand people gather to watch the Lloydminster Comprehensive High School Barons and Holy Rosary High School Raiders battle on the football field in October, which is where Wirachowsky strategically chose to hold a jersey raffle in support of KidSport.

Not only did Wirachowsky secure a signed jersey from each team, he enlisted the help of the Barons and Raiders to help promote the event.

“I needed a way to motivate the players too because word of mouth marketing was key. I approached Panago Pizza and shared the idea with them, and they agreed to donate pizza to the team that raised the most money,” says Wirachowsky, adding the Chargers also volunteered to help support KidSport. “Their little arms popped up when I asked if they were willing to help at the game, which how successful was awesome.”

“. . . no matter you get in life, you always have to give back to the community.”

With a tent supplied by KidSport, balloons in place, free tattoos to hand out and application forms available, – Michael Wirachowsky Wirachowsky and his team of volunteers raised more than $830 for Rather than write a report for their final the non-profit organization in two hours. project in the business case study class, Wirachowsky and his peers were tasked with partnering with a service group or a “Seeing the boys just sell their little hearts out was great, they charity to “make a difference.” When it came to choosing which were troopers going around in the stands,” says Wirachowsky, organization to approach, KidSport was top of mind for who presented his project and the results of his fundraiser to his Wirachowsky. class at the end of November.

“It hits home for me. When I was growing up, my mom was a single parent so I played a lot of football and it can be pretty expensive. She had to work two to three jobs at a time to keep herself afloat while putting me through sports,” he says. “Also, as a youth football coach we have a lot of kids on the team that go through KidSport and they help us out quite a bit, so it’s good to give back to them.”

After he connected with KidSport Lloydminster, Wirachowsky learned that heightening awareness about the organization in the community was a priority that needed to be addressed.

With a business administration diploma with an accounting major already complete, after Wirachowsky finishes his degree he plans on becoming an accountant. And he also plans on staying connected with KidSport.

“It’s an important organization for so many local children and the community,” he says. “I had parents of the kids that were helping me out approach me after, thanking me for teaching their kids how important it is to give back. I think that was a big eye opener too, that no matter how successful you get in life, you always have to give back to the community.”

CAMPUS NEWS

Angus MacLean

TRIO OF TRADES INSTRUCTORS NOMINATED FOR TOP INSTRUCTOR AWARD Three Lakeland College instructors are among 40 people nominated for Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) Board’s 2015 Top Instructor Award.

Aidan Grinde

Aidan Grinde, Don Henry and Angus MacLean were nominated by registered apprentices who took technical training at Lakeland College’s Vermilion campus between November 2014 and November 2015. Through the Top Instructor Award, AIT recognizes two people – one in northern Alberta and one in southern Alberta – who perform beyond the requirements of the average instructor. They must have excellent presentation skills and be fair, friendly and firm.

“Congratulations to all three instructors on their nominations.

This is a great testament to the quality of instruction that the students of Lakeland receive,” says Dave King, dean of Lakeland’s School of Trades and Technology.

The 2015 Top Instructors will be recognized at the AIT awards ceremony in April 2016.

Don Henry

What will your Legacy be?

Remember Lakeland College in your Will.

Commit to the future while enjoying your life now.

For more information, contact: Joyce Stewart Manager Planned Giving 1 780 974 2807 joyce.stewart@lakelandcollege.ca

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Sulina Clennett says the “flipped” classroom provides a more engaged learning experience.

RAVE REVIEWS FOR “FLIPPED” CLASSROOM Complete with wheeled-swivel chairs, round tables, armchairs, rugs and throw pillows, a human services classroom now looks more like home than a traditional classroom.

During the summer BB102 in the Bentley Building was modernized into a flipped classroom. The transformation accommodates greater technology integration including three large screen monitors, 12 tablets and a Bright Link projector. And with this modern format comes heightened student interaction.

“This is our team’s dream come true,” says Joanne McDonald, chair of human services. “There is more focus on active learning and engagement with students. There is more communication and a sense of community.”

Students agree with McDonald’s assessment.

“I feel more connected and engaged in the classroom,” says Sulina Clennett, a first-year child and youth care student. “When we get into group work we can all sit around a table and discuss with each other. We don’t have to move a lot of equipment around, we just roll our chairs over and we can all engage in a conversation. It’s really great for group work and increased communication.”

Every human services instructor has the opportunity to teach at least one course in BB102 and when class is not in session, the room is heavily booked and students can often be found studying in the room.

Numerous classrooms at the Vermilion campus will be revamped over the next five years to align them with the teaching methods and technology of today. In addition to renovating BB102, the Dr. Arthur McGinnis Lecture Theatre (MB136) and MB112 in the Mead Building were upgraded over the summer.

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Greg Plant assists an interior design student.

INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM REACCREDITED BY NKBA Lakeland College’s interior design technology program once again met the stringent standards for National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) reaccreditation.

Interior design instructors were notified in January that the program’s kitchen and bath curriculum met the educational standards established by the NKBA. It is currently the only NKBA accredited program in Canada and one of only 55 accredited programs in North America.

Lakeland first earned full NKBA accreditation in 1999. Unlike previous accreditations when NKBA representatives visited the Vermilion campus to speak with people and review curriculum and student work, this was a digital reaccreditation. Faculty members Fiona McLeod, Greg Plant and Rochelle Horne submitted a selfstudy report and an analysis of competencies related to four categories: planning and design, construction systems, business and project management, and products/materials.

The accreditation renewal is good for seven years although the NKBA does require the program to submit student work samples every year. Being an NKBA accredited program provides Lakeland with a special niche in the post-secondary education market, says McLeod.

“For our students, it means they have the opportunity to enter NKBA student design competitions and they have access to NKBA scholarships. It’s especially valuable for those interested in becoming a kitchen or bath specialist,” she says. Students who graduate from an NKBA accredited program are also uniquely qualified to earn an NKBA certification designation.

ENVIRO CLUB CAMPAIGNS FOR BATS AND BEES Local bats have new homes thanks to the Enviro Club.

Members of the student-run club constructed twelve bat houses in December at the Vermilion campus, five of which were donated to Dillberry Lake Provincial Park, in support of their new bats and bees campaign. Their goal is to combat misconceptions about bats – which range from blood-sucking to rabies-infected creatures – and raise awareness about their plight, along with bees.

“Surprisingly bat numbers are becoming decimated in Canada due to various factors,” says Katie Harris, second-year conservation and restoration ecology major and club president. From loss of habitat to white nose syndrome – a lethal fungus affecting bats in eastern Canada that’s spreading westwards – bats are struggling to survive in Canada. The loss of bats could see a rise in mosquitoes and other detrimental side effects.

“Bats actually save millions of dollars in agriculture every year because they are a huge source of natural pest control,” says Tessa McQuaid, first-year student in the wildlife and fisheries conservation major. “There would be less if any tequila too because bats are the prime pollinator of the agave plant.”

“Our biggest issue is awareness, but as soon as we start talking about this people become really interested and they ask questions,” adds Harris. “A lot of people want to help but don’t know how, so we want to reach out to everyone on campus and in the community to come together and learn something important.”

The Enviro Club is shifting its focus to bees, whose population is also declining, this semester.

From left, Nicole Tymofichuk and Tessa McQuaid were among the members of the Enviro Club who constructed bat houses for their new campaign.

“Bats actually save millions of dollars in agriculture every year because they are a huge source of natural pest control.”

– Tessa McQuaid

REC ENROLMENT DOUBLES Interest in Lakeland College’s renewable energy and conservation (REC) program is growing at an accelerated rate.

Looking at the numbers year-on-year, 30 students were registered in REC courses in January-February of 2014-2015 and in 2015-2016 that number has more than doubled to 66.

Lakeland is also providing a second offering of pre-requisite courses in spring 2016.

Since 2009, Lakeland has offered the REC program online to students across Canada. From Newfoundland to British Columbia, students are earning a REC certificate or diploma to become part of what Rob Baron, program head, calls the renewable energy “team.”

NEW SCHOOL, NEW DEAN The new School of Energy and Environmental Sciences consists of the college’s heavy oil and power engineering programs at the Lloydminster campus and the environmental sciences offerings at the Vermilion campus. Ben Sey joined Lakeland College in midOctober as the dean of this school.

“I am very excited to be at Lakeland College,” says Sey, who has a BSc in agriculture from the University of Ghana, an MSc in soil science from the University of Alberta, and a PhD in renewable resources from McGill University. “It’s a very rich and vibrant college. I’m enjoying working with the people in our school to explore ways we can enhance what we do.”

The school was created because of the linkages between the energy and environmental sciences sectors. Lakeland’s energy programming focuses primarily on upstream production and operations, and downstream processing. Graduates of Lakeland’s environmental sciences programs are often involved with the energy sector through monitoring, reclamation, restoration, remediation, and conservation activities.

“Before you install a system, renewable energy practitioners work with customers, do a site assessment, assess the solar resource, purchase and acquire parts, predict generation and help with permitting. Our grads could work in a number of roles in renewable energy,” says Baron. “By law, only electricians can install solar. While we do cover installation and several electricians are in our program, we do not specifically train them to do that.”

From plumbers who want to learn about solar thermal systems to architects who want to incorporate renewables into a building design, engineers and other professionals, REC students come from a wide range of industries. Most work towards their credential on a part-time basis to supplement their current line of work.

“Our students are typically engaged in some other occupation and are enhancing that occupation. We’ve had a banker who was financing renewable energy projects and wanted to understand the terminology and how solar, wind and geo-exchange systems work. He’s giving loans out for these projects and he wanted to understand the terminology and assess the risk,” says Baron.

“Our program actually deals with that, the cost-benefits of renewable energy projects.

“Our students are passionate. While it could take a few years to get their credentials, when our students are ready, the industry is likely to be ready. I give our students credit for being proactive enough to use their time now to gain that experience.”

ASL AND DEAF CULTURE STUDIES ADDING ONLINE OPTION Starting this fall Lakeland’s American Sign Language and Deaf Culture Studies program is adding an online option.

Students can opt to take the certificate program face-to-face at the Alberta School for the Deaf in Edmonton or enrol in online courses.

To learn more about Lakeland’s sign language programming, visit lakelandcollege.ca/human.

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NOVA CHEMICALS DONATES SPECIALIZED INDUSTRIAL FIRE TRUCK TO LAKELAND Students at the Lakeland College Emergency Training Centre now have access to a specialized industrial pumper fire truck.

Thanks to the generosity and support of NOVA Chemicals, Lakeland is the proud owner of this 2000 fire truck which will be used for industrial training. Measuring 36-feet in length, the vehicle has a 1,000-gallon foam tank capacity, Williams Hot Shot foam system and a 2,000 gallon per minute deck gun, among other features.

NOVA Chemicals have a long-standing relationship. For more than 20 years, NOVA Chemicals has completed industrial fire training with Lakeland.

“Lakeland College is a valued fire training service provider for our NOVA Chemicals site personnel and we have enjoyed a long-term relationship with the college,” says Christian Lamoureux, emergency response coordinator at NOVA Chemicals Joffre Site. “There is a lot more life left in this pumper truck.

The donated fire truck will be “We are truly grateful for NOVA We are pleased to re-purpose this Chemicals’ support. As Lakeland’s used for live industrial scenario vehicle and positively impact students first industrial pumper, this is a training, including skills in the firefighter training and welcome addition to our fleet. It’s a emergency services technology maintenance courses and fire very big asset to the Emergency programs.

This equipment donation Training Centre that will allow our fundamentals, by a wide range will give the students exposure to a team to enhance the industrial fire of students and clients. larger industrial emergency response training we offer,” says Kirk McInroy, vehicle and is a tangible manager of technical services. demonstration of NOVA Chemicals responsible approach to support emergency response preparedness The new industrial fire truck brings Lakeland’s fire fleet total to 16, including fire, aerial and rescue vehicles. Lakeland and in Alberta.”

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Drama 247 students participate in a warm up activity at the start of class.

From left, President Alice Wainwright-Stewart and Gwen Mottram presented Denae Bottorff (centre) with the Friends of Bob Mottram Performing Arts Award, alongside Board of Governors Chair Darrel Howell and instructor Andrian Antinero.

NEW UT COURSE INSTILLS CONFIDENCE IN STUDENTS

FIRST “FRIENDS OF BOB MOTTRAM” PERFORMING ARTS AWARD PRESENTED

Drama 247 debuted at Lakeland College last fall and the course has garnered excellent reviews from students as the course material, projects and instructor are helping them build confidence and charisma.

“This class has brought me out of my comfort zone,” says Brittany Smith, a second-year university transfer student who is working towards a bachelor of social work degree.

Public presentations are as common in college as they are in any given career path, which is one of the reasons Drama 247 is being offered for the first time at Lakeland College. Taught by Shannon Boyle, the oral communications course focuses on public speaking and presentation skills through dramatic exercises and activities.

“They take charge of every speech they give,” says Boyle, who previously taught Drama 247 at the University of Alberta. “This is a really important course no matter what your program is. It will help you in almost every career that I can think of.”

Robin Youse, a first-year university transfer student who aspires to be a social worker, says Drama 247 will help her when she’s achieved her career goal.

“This course is helping to build my self-confidence which will help me work effectively with others and make them feel comfortable with me when I’m working in the field,” says Youse.

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Instructors in Lakeland College’s performing arts department took to the Vic Juba Community Theatre stage in November for a special performance to celebrate two milestones: 25 years of performing arts at the Lloydminster campus and the first recipient of the Friends of Bob Mottram Performing Award.

Spearheaded by Darrel Howell and Ross Ulmer, former bandmates of Mottram’s in the band TMB, the award is given to support future performing arts students while celebrating the life and legacy of Bob Mottram of Lloydminster. Mottram, who passed away in April 2015, served two terms on the Lakeland College Board of Governors.

“Bob wore many hats. He was a community leader, an athlete, a heavy oil expert, a musician and a family man. As a big supporter of the arts and of Lakeland College, I can’t think of a more perfect tribute for him than the creation of this award,” said Howell, chair of Lakeland College Board of Governors. “As his friend, it was an honour to be able to present the first Friends of Bob Mottram Performing Arts Award.”

This year’s recipient is Denae Bottorff, a Grade 7 trumpet student at College Park School in Lloydminster. She will embark on one year of private trumpet lessons with Lakeland brass instructor Andrian Antinero.

Saturday July 30, 2016 Registration Deadline: July 20, 2016

“Lacer the Racer” A L U M N I G O L F TO U R N A M E N T In memory of Lacey Longworth Fundraiser for a Rowing Scholarship at Lakeland College.

Join us for Golf & Steak Dinner or for the Steak Dinner only Vermilion Fair Beer Gardens get-together to follow.

Pre-register by July 20 | Phone: 780 853 8628 | Email: shauna.zack@lakelandcollege.ca Please submit all payments for golf/steak dinner to the Vermilion Golf Club on July 30.

“LACER THE RACER” ALUMNI GOLF TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION FORM Golf and Steak

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All payments for golf/steak dinner are payable at the Vermilion Golf and Country Club on July 20, 2016 TO REGISTER FILL IN THIS FORM AND MAIL TO: LAKELAND COLLEGE, c/o Shauna Zack, 5707 College Drive, Vermilion, Alberta, T9X 1K5

Fax to 780 853 8704 Email: shauna.zack@lakelandcollege.ca

Up to 10 per cent of donations received will be used to cover costs associated with fundraising and donor recognition activities. Lakeland College will recognize contributions by publishing donor names in its publications and website. If you wish to remain anonymous, please contact us at 1 800 661 6490 ext 8703. Lakeland College complies with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act of Alberta. Information collected through the donation process is used in the normal course of College operations in accordance with this legislation. If you have any questions about the collection and use of this information, please contact the FOIP coordinator. Please do not send money with this registration form. Tax receipts will be issued for donations of $20 or more.

If you have any questions regarding this event or would like to donate to the Rowing Scholarship, contact Shauna Zack at 780 853 8628. Donations will be accepted at the Alumni Golf Tournament.

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SCHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT

“It’s a great idea. I know some of us will be bringing our own vehicles to work on as well but we’ll work on this as a class together. Stu and Matt, our instructors, will be right there beside us,” says Goodsman, whose goal is to farm after graduation and restore vehicles during winter months.

It might not look like much now, but when Lakeland College’s street rod technologies (SRT) students are finished, a ’69 Firebird will be restored to mint condition.

Destined to be sold at an auction in a few years, the proceeds raised by this SRT project will support future SRT students.

“Building funds for our student awards program is the goal with these types of projects,” says Stuart Ribey, SRT instructor.

“It does not look like much now, but we’ve started to do some metal work and the students will be building parts and pieces for this vehicle and welding them in.

“When we get to the section of this program where we talk about putting new fenders and new quarter panels on the car, the students will work on this vehicle completing all of the appropriate steps to make it look like a brand new car.”

“This will be a great way to learn as a class, as everything needs to be done on this car. From rust repair to panel fitting, to glass and the interior, it’s the whole building of one car that needs to be completed. This is a great way to keep a project car in the shop at all times and support Lakeland’s future students.”

Goodsman enroled in the SRT program after he completed Lakeland’s two-year agribusiness diploma and the crop technology diploma in only one year. In his fourth year at Lakeland, Goodsman says the SRT program has exceeded his great way to expectations.

“This is a keep a project car in the shop at all times and support Lakeland’s future students.”

“My instructors are exceptional. They both have a great background in their body work, heavy duty and automotive, so if you have a question and they don’t To date three custom cars have been know it, there are not too many people prepared for sale by SRT faculty and – Byron Goodsman who would then,” he says. “I can’t students, in addition to working on believe how much I have learned their own vehicles during the eightalready. We do a lot of welding, electrical, work with month program. suspensions and brakes – I can’t believe the amount I can do with what I have learned. From mechanical to an awesome This ’69 Firebird was donated by a gentleman from Calgary, amount of electrical, it’s all stuff that is very helpful for me to Alta., who learned about the program through the Specialty manage a farm and work on cars.”

Vehicle Association of Alberta’s newsletter.

“He got part way into working on this car and thought it was too much for him. And so he thought about us,” says Ribey, adding that once restored, the vehicle could raise upwards of $20,000 for the student awards program. “It is one of the best years there is for a Firebird. It’s highly desirable, so we are very grateful he donated it for our SRT scholarship.”

The SRT scholarship is awarded to one Lakeland student each year for academic excellence and overall leadership. SRT students, including Byron Goodsman, know that their work on these vehicles will benefit others in the program.

Ribey expects to complete the restoration of this ’69 Firebird

by March 2017. When it goes to auction, he’ll share the date with former and current SRT students, should they wish to bid on it. The next restoration vehicle project is already lined up for future students to work on.

“I try to bring projects that I know the students will get the maximum experience out of that’s related to this program. We want to make sure they are not just doing this for us, they are doing it for themselves and their own personal experience,” says Ribey. “It gives more ownership to the course.”

Opposite page, SRT instructor Stuart Ribey observes a student working on the class project: a ’69 Firebird. Once restored it will be sold at auction to support the SRT scholarship.

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SCHOLARSHIP SPOLIGHT One way the Dean’s List student hopes to reduce the $60,000 he owes is through awards.

“Every week I check the college’s awards and scholarships database to see if there are any new awards I can apply for,” says Shaw, 27. He and his fiancé Chantal – a student in Lakeland’s esthetician program – also surf external websites for award opportunities.

Shaw received five awards and bursaries totalling $3,000 during the 2014-15 academic year. This year he’s applied for about 25 awards and has received a $1,000 award. Most of the award recipients will be determined in the spring.

“I know the value of awards so absolutely I’m going to give back.”

– Don Shaw

Award-winning Student Preparing to Give Back Every minute matters to Don Shaw.

A typical week includes attending classes, studying, leading group tutoring sessions, participating in Business Club activities, and keeping up with his duties as the student member on Lakeland College Board of Governors.

“The awards I’ve received have been very helpful for me. I really appreciate the support provided by the donors,” says Shaw, who knows exactly how much money he will save on his multiple student and bank loans because of the generosity of others.

Prior to attending Lakeland, Shaw was the grocery manager of St. Paul and District Co-op’s food store in Elk Point. After graduation he’ll return to the organization to work in the accounting department. His fiancé plans to open a business.

As a tribute to those who helped finance his education, Shaw intends to contribute to Lakeland’s awards program.

“I know the value of awards so absolutely I’m going to give back.

I’ve already put a lot of thought into it. I plan to invest next year and I’ve even selected a name – The Shaw Legacy Foundation. I like the sound of that,” says Shaw.

It’s likely that future students will too.

Every dollar also matters to the accounting major.

While Shaw has had some sleepless nights worrying about his debt, a friend put it into perspective for him. “He said I could spend money on an education or on a truck and which would I use the most. He’s right.”

Shaw will spend almost $60,000 on tuition, books and living expenses by the time he leaves Lakeland this spring with a business administration diploma plus the accounting technician certificate he earned last year. “I’m really watching my bank account closely. I’d never had debt before,” he says.

Shaw is also a member of the college’s five-person team that competed in the Alberta Deans of Business Case Competition March 17-19 at SAIT in Calgary. Competition results were not available at press time. Thank you to Servus Credit Union and Hawkings Epp Dumont for sponsoring the team.

Do you have a few hours to give?

Could you share photos and stories?

Help us create a 100-year

HISTORY BOOK History books were printed to mark the college’s 50th and 75th anniversaries.

By creating a 100-year history book, we’ll continue to share Lakeland’s Ever to Excel history. Please let us know if you’re interested in making this historical project a reality.

– Bill Fox ‘58 and Sandra (Hilts) Bernes ‘66

CONTACT THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION: 780 853 8466 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8466 alumni.association@lakelandcollege.ca WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Join our editorial team and help share Lakeland’s legacy in a 100-year history book!

The production of this book is tentative pending alumni involvement.

LAKELAND TRIBUTE

Former VP and Basketball Coach Remembered for Being an

Inspiration to Many A man who always encouraged his coworkers, students and student-athletes to lead, not follow, has passed away.

basketball team.

Phil Allen, 67, died suddenly on Jan. 15, less than 18 months after retiring from his role as vice president of student services and advancement at Lakeland College.

“Those of us who worked with Phil will always remember the enthusiasm and passion he brought to everything he did whether he was instructing, coaching, recruiting students or fundraising,” said Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president of Lakeland College.

Allen joined Lakeland in 2003 as a business instructor and head coach of the Rustlers men’s basketball team. Twice students selected him as the recipient of the Students’ Association’s Staff Appreciation Award. In 2007 he became director of marketing and enrolment management and in 2009, vice president of advancement. He retired in August 2014.

“Phil loved to help other people be successful - to be the best they could be. And what better place to do that than in a postsecondary setting,” said Colleen Symes, director of marketing and communications at Lakeland. “He was successful in everything he did but he wasn’t driven by accolades. What he was interested in was the cause and doing what was right for current and future students, his co-workers and Lakeland.”

A few of the many highlights of Allen’s career at Lakeland include putting new marketing and enrolment strategies in place to drive enrolment growth, helping secure Lakeland’s partnership with New Holland that has been so important to the success of the Student Managed Farm, and substantially increasing the student awards program so more people had funding to attend college.

No story about Allen would be complete without mentioning his success as a basketball coach.

He coached 26 seasons at the collegiate level serving as the head coach of the men’s teams at SAIT, MacEwan and Lakeland.

Eleven times his teams advanced to the national championships, winning gold twice. Allen also coached the national wheelchair

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In 2008, after leading Lakeland Rustlers to the nationals in Quebec, Allen retired from coaching with a record 805 wins to his name, the most by any post-secondary basketball coach in Canada. He was named the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) Coach of the Year four times and the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association Coach of the Year once. In 2014 Allen was among the inaugural group of people inducted into the ACAC Hall of Fame.

“Phil’s overriding passion was people. He used the sport of basketball as leverage to help young men accomplish things in life they either never considered important or didn’t think they were capable of achieving,” said Alan Rogan, coordinator of athletics and recreation at Lakeland.

Celebrations of Phil Allen’s life were held in Calgary and Edmonton in February. He is survived by his wife Denise, sons Cory and Joel (Shaylyn), and granddaughter Blakely.

CLASS NOTES

CLASS NOTES WINNING FORECASTER

MAGAZINE FEATURE

Derek Dedman, Class of 2009, bachelor of applied financial services, won the first-ever Absolute Return stock forecasting league held on the Estimize platform. Competitors estimated earnings for the top 25 long and short stocks held as top 10 positions by hedge funds, according to the Goldman Sachs VIP list of “stocks that matter most.” More than 120 people participated in the competition and more than 18,000 analysts contribute to Estimize forecasts.

Jesse Rempel, Class of 2009, western ranch and cow horse, spoke with Maclean’s magazine in December about the program he graduated from. The article profiles Lakeland College’s western ranch and cow horse program as the only one of its kind in Canada that requires students to take their horse to class and to study from a saddle. Rempel, who owns JT Ranch near Hanley, Sask., spoke of the practical learning opportunities Lakeland offers.

WHAT’S NEW WITH YOU? WE WANT TO KNOW! Perhaps you’re celebrating a . . .

• Baby • Credential • Career • Marriage • Award • Milestone

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Together, let’s celebrate your success with your alumni classmates and friends of Lakeland College.

Be featured in the next Class Notes by sending your news, photos, program and graduation year to: alumni@lakelandcollege.ca

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IN MEMORIAM

Lakeland College announces the passing of the following alumni, past staff and alumni spouses.

Our condolences are extended to their family and friends.

PHIL ALLEN Staff

ASHLEY LAVIGNE Class of ‘02

DOMINIC PARKER Class of ‘08

BLAYNE BOEHLKE Class of ‘14

VARDEN LAWRENCE Class of ‘49

RONALD PEDEN Class of ‘36

VELDA BURY Class of ‘40

PEARL L'HEUREUX Class of ‘92

MICHAEL REID Class of ‘06

VERNON COATES Class of ‘54

BRENT LIVINGSTON Class of ‘05

JAMES SANGSTER Class of ‘36

SUE-ELLEN ENS Class of ‘65

STEVE MAKSYMEC Class of ‘48

ADOLPH SASKIW Class of ‘64

NATALIE ESAYENKO Class of ‘10

ARTHUR MCCARTY Class of ‘65

VERA SHABADA Spouse

JOSEPH GALICHOWSKI Class of ‘91

CHAD MCDONALD Class of ‘09

JOHN SKITSKO Spouse

DAVID GLEN Class of ‘52

GARY MCDONELL Class of ‘65

COLLEEN SMITH Class of ‘66

MICHAEL GRUENDING Class of ‘08

JOHN MCKINLEY Class of ‘52

JOHN SPORRE Spouse

GREG HAEBERLE Class of ‘10

MABEL MCQUITTY Class of ‘40

BEVERLY TAYLOR Class of ‘74

GAYLE HISSETT Class of ‘90

JOSEPH MIAZGA Class of ‘01

JOHN TAYLOR Class of ‘36

JOHN JANVIER Class of ‘61

IRENE MILLER Class of ‘39

DEAN THORDARSON Class of ‘08

ANDREW JOHNSON Class of ‘49

JOSEPHINE NAMCHUK Class of ‘49

LARRY WOHLAND Class of ‘66

JEAN LANE Class of ‘41

RALPH OBERHOLTZER Class of ‘49

EMILE JOSEPH LAPOINTE Class of ‘66

RONALD OLIVER Class of ‘70

REMEMBERWHEN

Lakeland College looks back to 1955 when Lakeland College – then known as the Vermilion School of Agriculture – had an Old Time Orchestra. According to the back of the photo, this student-band featured Laurent Levasseur on violin, David Haan on accordion, Orvis Schneider on drums, and Elinor Adam on piano. Do you know who is on guitar? If so, please let us know!

SHARE YOUR PHOTOS!

Would you like your “vintage” Lakeland College photos featured here?

Send them to the Alumni Office! Our goal is to archive and showcase our incredible history.

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HOMECOMING 2016 June 10, 11 & 12 | Vermilion Campus

Homecoming and Rose Ball 2016 is a celebration of the 101st anniversary of Lakeland College’s Alumni Association. Whether it's been five years or 50 years since convocation, Lakeland alumni won't want to miss this event!

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS THURSDAY, JUNE 9 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, JUNE 10 Noon - 8:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 11 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

9:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Noon - 1:30 p.m.

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Reunite and reminisce with other Lakeland alumni!

If you have any questions, or would like to be involved, please contact the Alumni Office:

ROSE BALL 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

9:00 p.m.

Call: 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8628 Email: alumni@lakelandcollege.ca

SUNDAY, JUNE 12 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Vermilion campus.

REGISTRATION, Alumni House If you arrive later, Security (780) 853-8505 can let you into your dorm room. RV parking is beside the dorms (see signs). Power available, but no water.

REGISTRATION, Main Building (Alumni Hall) ALUMNI WELCOME SOCIAL – Cafeteria (Meal 6:00 - 7:00 pm, Socializing, Entertainment, Cash bar 7:00 - 11:00 pm)

REGISTRATION, Main Building (Alumni Hall) FREE BUFFET BREAKFAST – Cafeteria Thank you to Lakeland College Board of Governors for sponsoring this!

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING – Cafeteria CLASS LUNCHEONS & PHOTOS – Various locations on campus. We hope you attend the luncheon as we want to include you in the photos.

SPURS LOUNGE & COLLEGE BOOKSTORE Both are opening specially for us – come and support them! Cash bar at Spurs.

GUIDED TOURS of the Vermilion Campus (meet in front of Alumni Hall or Spurs) Regional Centre (Directly North of Campus) Photo Booth open for informal photos Cash bar Banquet & Program Photo Booth open for informal photos Grand March, Dance & Midnight Lunch

Farewell Buffet Breakfast - Cafeteria (pay for your own)

Homecoming and Rose Ball Registration Form June 10, 11, and 12, 2016

Lakeland College, Vermilion Campus

STEP 1 ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP

Please show your support for the Alumni Association - We ask that all Alumni attending have a current membership

I am a member of the Alumni Association I/we am not a member but please sign me/us up

Lifetime Lifetime

STEP 2 REGISTRATION

Annual Annual

$100 x

$10 x

Registration fee for members and guests

$ x $20

$

Registration packages will be available for pick up at Alumni House on Thursday from 2 to 5 pm. Then at Main Building ( Alumni Hall) on Friday from noon to 8 pm and Saturday 8 am to 5 pm. Outside of these hours or for assistance, please call Security (780) 853-8505.

Name: Address:

Your Class Year(s): Phone/Cell: Email: If Guest is an Alumnus, Class Year(s): *All Alumni please include your membership in Step 1

My Guest’s Full Name: Guest’s Address (if different):

STEP 3 EVENT TICKETS (limited availability) Friday

Welcome Social/Entertainment: College Cafeteria 6:00 - 7:00 pm meal - Pulled pork on bun, salads, dessert. Socializing and entertainment 7:00 - 11:00 pm (cash bar).

Saturday FREE Buffet Breakfast: College Cafeteria 7:30 - 9 am. (Sponsored by College Board of Governors) Annual General Meeting in Cafeteria immediately following breakfast.

Class Luncheons/Photos: Various rooms. Noon - 1:30 pm. Assorted sandwiches, veggies/dip, dessert Afternoon Activities: Spurs Lounge (Cash Bar) & College Bookstore Open. Guided Tours of Campus & Town of Vermilion Rose Ball Banquet: Regional Centre, 4:30 pm Photo Booth opens. 5:30 pm Cocktails/Photo Booth, 6 pm Reception (roast beef meal). Grand March, Dance & Midnight Lunch: 9 pm (D.J.) NOTE: Dance Only tickets $20 at the door (limited availability) Sunday Farewell Buffet Breakfast: Cafeteria 7:30 - 11:00 am (you pay) Dietary restrictions:

# attending:

x $15 $

# attending:

x $15 $ FREE

# attending:

x $15 $

# attending:

x $45 $

Dorm Rooms # of nights:

$ x $15 $

STEP 4 ACCOMMODATIONS (Lakeland College dorms) June 9, Thursday June 10, Friday June 11, Saturday RV Parking

STEP 5 CLASS PHOTOS

Single room $60 Single room $60 Single room $60 Thursday

Friday

8 x 10” ($15)

$

Class of 1966 history book – A wonderful keepsake!

STEP 7 METHOD OF PAYMENT Card # Expiry Date: Signature:

Saturday

I would like to purchase a class picture. These photos will be taken Saturday at class lunches from Noon to 1:30 pm. Your photos will be ready for pick up at the Rose Ball.

5 x 7” ($10)

STEP 6 CLASS OF 1966

Double room $80 Double room $80 Double room $80

Cheque enclosed

Money order enclosed

# of books: Visa

MasterCard

x $45 $

TOTAL $

Name of Cardholder (please print)

Make cheques or money orders payable to: LAKELAND COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION. Registration deadline is June 1, 2016 – No late registrations please. Mail registration form and payment to: LAKELAND COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION C/O ALUMNI OFFICE, 5707 COLLEGE DRIVE, VERMILION AB T9X 1K5

For further information contact Shauna Zack – 780 853 8628 or 1 800 661 6490 ext. 8628. Email: shauna.zack@lakelandcollege.ca

Please keep a copy of this form for your records

Alumni House

The elegance of yesterday with the charm of today.

For a place to stay or getaway, enjoy the charming atmosphere & quiet elegance of Alumni House.

For room and rate information visit lakelandcollege.ca/alumni or call 1 800 661 6490, ext. 8737

Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: Lakeland College Alumni Office 5707 College Drive Vermilion Alberta T9X 1K5 Canada Post Publication Mail PM40009099