March 2015

a campus newsletter published for the Sault College community ∙ March 2015 , 2013

Colleges and Institutes Canada Indigenous Education Protocol Sault College has signed Colleges and Institutes Canada’s (CICan) historic Indigenous Education Protocol this month. The document was developed in consultation with partners in Indigenous communities to reaffirm the importance of Indigenous education. The protocol was signed during a beautiful ceremony held in Enji Maawnjiding that included a pipe ceremony, the White Thunder Women’s Hand drummers.

Dr. Ron Common, President of Sault College, Peter Berlingieri, Chair, Sault James Scott, Native Student Council President, Dr. Ron Common, President, Sault College, Peter Berlingieri, Chair, Sault College Board of College Board of Governors, Marnie Governors and Marnie Yourchuk, Chair, Native Education and Training Yourchuk, NETC Chair and James Scott, Council of Sault College sign the Protocol Native Student Council President, signed the national document that underscores the importance of structures and approaches required to address Indigenous peoples’ learning needs and support self-determination and socioeconomic development of Indigenous communities. The protocol is founded on seven principles that aim to guide the institutions who sign the document.

The Indigenous Education Protocol was developed by CICan Indigenous Education Committee comprising of college and institute representatives including Sault College’s Carolyn Hepburn, Director, Native Education and Academic Upgrading. The committee-led consultations with national Indigenous organizations include the Assembly of First Nations, the Metis National Council and Inuit Tapiirit Kanatami.

Congratulations to Sault College for becoming the eighth organization in Ontario to sign the national document. The spirit of the Protocol is to support colleges’ and institutes’ commitment to Indigenous education and provide a vision of how we can strive to improve and better serve Indigenous peoples.

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Welcome to the Future

The Honourable Ed Holder (4th from the left) with College and industry representatives

In an exciting announcement this month from MP Bryan Hayes joined by the Honourable Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology), Sault College received $490,000 for Phase II of the Robotics Lab from the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario (FedNor) with collaborative projects involving industry.

With initial funding from the Natural Science Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and private industry partner Tenaris last year, Sault College began renovating an existing space and installed two robots for Phase I of the project. The additional funding announced will assist with completion of Phase II, which will include six additional training robots that will allow applied research and hands-on training activities in a practical environment in tandem with no scheduling conflicts.

Auxiliary equipment for the training robots will also be purchased, including a conveyor that will allow the College to simulate and provide relevant training in a comprehensive environment that accurately represents the configuration highly qualified personnel would encounter in a variety of industrial settings. One additional Flex trainer equipped for specialty training and research in robotic welding will be purchased as well. With the acquisition of this advanced equipment, the funding will expand the College’s capabilities to further engage collaboratively with industry, educational and community partners.

This new asset will help the College expand industry-led applied research projects relating to automation and advanced manufacturing. It will also provide robotics training to industry personnel in our region and beyond and teach robotics as part of our programs, leading to the development of a talent pool of highly qualified personnel that can stay in the North and support our industries.

Sault College wishes to express its gratitude to the Honourable Minister Ed Holder, the Honourable Minister Greg Rickford, MP Bryan Hayes, Aime Dimatteo of FedNor and to NSERC and Tenaris for the generous funding that will keep Sault College on the leading edge of postsecondary learning in Canada.

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Know an outstanding college graduate?

Do you know an outstanding Sault College graduate that has achieved great success in their respective fields? We know that the value of a Sault College education has helped form the foundation of their professional lives. Please help us honour them for their achievements.

The Premier’s Awards recognize the successes of outstanding graduates and remind us of the value of higher education in Ontario. Help us recognize the tremendous social and economic contributions college graduates make to Ontario and throughout the world. A Premier’s Award nomination is considered the highest honour of any College graduate in the province and especially for a Sault College graduate. Presented annually, the Premier’s Awards recognize graduates in the following six categories: • Business • Community Services • Creative Arts and Design • Health Sciences • Recent Graduate (past five years) • Technology We are currently looking for potential nominees to represent Sault College. If you know of a graduate who has been successful in their field, please forward their name and a brief summary of their achievements to the External Relations Office.

Shhh…Silent Auction

The College community participants in the CICE Silent Auction bidding on some amazing prizes

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The CICE Program held a successful Silent Auction this month with some amazing prizes. The College and community were very supportive with donations for the Silent Auction and the CICE Program received many compliments on this event. The CICE students raised funds towards their end-of-the-year celebration and donated portions of their proceeds to the Sault College Students’ Union Food Bank. Congratulations to the entire CICE team who helped ensure the success of this event.

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Celebrating Student Achievement Sault College’s annual Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards (SBA) night was held at the Comfort Suites on March 10th where student award recipients sat with their respective donors in celebration of academic achievement. During the 2014/2015 academic year, $1.8 million is being distributed to approximately 1,900 students. Throughout the SBA evening alone, close to $300,000 was given to over 240 students.

Hundreds gathered at Sault College’s annual Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards night

As part of the evening’s ceremony, Michael Hrab, a student in the Aviation Technology (Flight) program was the top award winner of the evening who was presented with the Governor General’s Academic Medal Award. It is awarded to the student graduating from the previous year’s three-year program who has achieved the highest academic standing in the College in the final year of his/her program.

Each year, the generosity of donors that support Sault College students continues to grow. This year, several new awards will further benefit students including the Healthy Minds on Campus Award; the Gerald & Kaye McGuire Scholarship; the Francis Pegahmagabow Memorial Scholarship; the Sault Ste. Marie Firefighters’ Association Local 529 Scholarship; the Sault Youth Association Volunteer Scholarship; and the Aniruddh Sawant Commemorative Award.

Sault College would like to thank our individual and corporate donors for their commitment in giving our students the opportunity to pursue their educational goals and for believing in the strength of a Sault College education.

Dual Credit

Students visit with Fred Carella, Coordinator and Professor of Computer Studies

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This month, students from Korah and White Pines high school were on campus with their Math Dual Credit instructor, Vanessa O’Dell, to visit the Civil Engineering Technician, Information Technology Studies, Metal Fabrication Technician/Welding Techniques and the Fitness & Health Promotion programs. Students enjoyed a tour of each program area and completed program-specific learning activities using the mathematics they are learning in their Math dual credit course.

Thank you to all the faculty and staff who assisted with this unique experience.

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Child and Family Centre now open all year The Child and Family Centre at Sault College is pleased to announce that they are accepting registrations for the daycare facility located on the Sault College campus, which is now open throughout the entire year.

The year-round programming, made possible by the District of Sault Ste. Marie Social Services Administration Board, will allow the daycare to operate 12 months of the year, with a capacity for 31 spaces from May to August and 62 spaces for September. The daycare is available for children aged 18 months to 4 years old.

The children at the Centre are supported and guided by qualified staff through experiences developed to enhance and enrich decision making skills, self-esteem, self-confidence, a sense of responsibility, good citizenship and respect for others. The program is designed around the principles of developmentally appropriate practices. Nature-based experiences, outdoor play and components of Aboriginal culture are also embedded within the curriculum.

If you wish to enrol your child or children in the Child and Family Centre at Sault College for summer care or for the fall, please register at www.saultdaycare.ca. For more information contact Nancy Leindecker at 705-945-0890 or email nancy.leindecker@saultcollege.ca

What a Photo!

When first year Digital Photography student, Sean Clement was “voluntold” by his father, Professor John Clement, to photograph the Natural Environment fall field camp, he never thought one of his photos would end up in Leo Tiberi, the VicePresident of Academic Photography student Sean Clement presents Leo Tiberi, and Research’s office, Vice President of Academic and Research with his frame-worthy photo but that is exactly what happened. The photo which Leo is pointing to here is of first year Adventure Recreation and Parks Technician student Luke Kane using a pressurized fire hose. The extra fast shutter speed allowed the droplets in the stream of water to be isolated creating a very interesting effect. Once Leo saw the picture, he was impressed and knew it had to join his collection of college activity photographs. Way to go, Sean!

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Deputy Chief Sean Sparling Sean Sparling, a graduate of Sault College’s Justice Studies Program, is now Sault Ste. Marie’s Deputy Chief of Police. Deputy Chief Sparling and five other officers held two sessions of mock interviews here at Sault College for the Justice Studies second year students. The exercise - known as “opportunity knocks,” was meant to prepare the students for the expectations of Police interviews. Thank you to Deputy Chief Sean Sparling for this valuable life experience.

Timber Visits Sault College Ontario Provincial Police Constable Barry Kelly is a member of the canine unit located in Sault Ste. Marie. His partner is a German Sheppard named Timber. Constable Barry Kelly provided a demonstration and a seminar on the K-9 unit to our students recently. He also provided information on a career in policing to all of our Justice Studies second year students. Thank you to Constable Kelly for this powerful demonstration.

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G Adventures’ at Sault College

Inspired students speak with G Adventures’ Global Purpose Specialist Sean Russo

G Adventures’ Global Purpose Specialist Sean Russo was surrounded by the firstyear Adventure Recreation students during a break in their career management class. Sean was at Sault College informing students of jobs in the adventure tourism industry. There are global “CEO” positions for the Adventure Recreation and Parks technician grads. “CEO” in this case stands for “Chief Experience Officer.” Thanks to Sean and Bonnita Albert from Maritime Travel for taking the picture.

Timber

Jesse Collins removing a dying ash tree

Jesse Collins, a level 2 UA apprenticeship student is getting practical experience taking down an ash tree that is dying from the emerald ash borer. Jesse was part of this years’ class that did a lot of tree work on college properties including our campus, the woodlot and at the Sault College Tennis and Boat Club.

Hands on experience and proper safety rigging and protocols are strictly followed. Thank you to these students who are helping to improve the esthetics on our campus and to John Clement who captured this photo.

Discover Sault is just around the corner. Please join in the excitement of this feel-good event on Saturday April 11 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

If you would like to volunteer at this event, contact student recruitment at ext. 2222 8

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Trades Bursary Program Application The United Way of Sault Ste. Marie and district Trades Bursaries are now available to students who meet the following criteria: -

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Graduated or will be graduating from a secondary school in Sault Ste. Marie Ontario or the district of Algoma from White River to Elliot Lake Mature students and returning Sault College 2nd & 3rd year trades students who have graduated from a secondary school in Sault Ste. Marie Ontario or the district of Algoma from White River to Elliot Lake Student has been accepted into an approved Sault College Trades program Student has demonstrated significant volunteer involvement in his/her community Student demonstrates financial need

Five bursaries of $1,500 each will be awarded for each academic year. For application information and to view the list of approved Sault College programs included in the application go to www.ssmunitedway.ca. For program information, contact the Sault College Registrar’s Office at (705) 759-6700.

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Help Wanted: Support the Healing from Historic Trauma Project ALLY: Aboriginal Leaders Liberating Youth is an annual event created and hosted by faculty and students in the Social Service Worker Native Specialization (SSW-NS) program at Sault College to develop community capacity and promote healing and wellness.

On Tuesday, April 14th at Northern Grand Gardens, close to one hundred Aboriginal youth ages 11 – 17 will be paired with influential Aboriginal role models from the community. The fun evening of empowerment will include SSW-NS students facilitating the creation of sustainable, supportive mentor-type relationships.

The project, beginning in 2014, was developed in response to heartbreaking stories of suicide, racism/bullying, low self-esteem, cultural identity loss and SSW-NS students and youth participate other historic trauma impacts faced by Aboriginal youth in in Project ALLY event our community. In partnership with the Sault Ste. Marie Indian Friendship Centre, Project ALLY works with educators and social service providers in the community to connect with youth.

SSW-NS students plan the entire evening based on the principles of the 7 Grandfather Teachings and coordinate activities to ensure each individual leaves feeling empowered, with a sense of mastery and confidence. Throughout the evening, Aboriginal young people will be surrounded by community members who will inspire and acknowledge the gifts the young people bring presenting the youth as valuable and important contributors in our community.

SSW-NS students believe there is hope that staggeringly high rates of Aboriginal youth suicide, poverty and homelessness can be reduced when the community comes together.

For $50, community members can sponsor a youth to attend this powerful and healing experience. Organizations or businesses are also welcome to provide donations for prizes.

All funds will go towards personal care packages of toiletries and afterschool snacks for all youth in attendance. If you would like to learn more or would like to make a donation to support this endeavour visit the Project ALLY Website or contact Stephanie Stephens at stephanie.stephens@saultcollege.ca or call 705-759-2554 ext. 2483.

SSW-NS students and youth participate in Project ALLY event

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Spectrum Obscurum Sault College’s Graphic Design Class of 2015 is pleased to present their Graduate Exhibit Show “Spectrum Obscurum.” This highly anticipated event features graduates of this program showcasing their talents by displaying the artwork they have created throughout their time at Sault College. This year’s show will be held on Friday, April 17th from 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in the Willow Teaching Restaurant on campus.

“We are eager to bring the community, a great evening event that will be enlightening, edgy and family friendly,” notes Nora Olive, Sault College third-year Graphic Design student. “This year’s class is prepared to showcase its most treasured pieces that have been created during our time in the program. We are excited for this final project that is sure to impress.

The show has helped many students gain valuable employment in their field of interest. Graduates plan the entire design show and use this event as an opportunity to showcase what they have learned throughout their time at Sault College and will present their skills to potential employers.

This event is free-of-charge and all ages are welcome to attend. The public is encouraged to come and enjoy this opportunity to see upcoming local artists who are eager to pursue a career in the graphic design industry. Artistic displays will be available to view during the show including artwork, packaging, brand identity, typographic artwork, photography and so much more.

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A new community event, aimed at sparking an interest in science, is coming to Sault Ste. Marie this spring! The Sault Ste. Marie Science Festival – the only festival of its kind in the area – kicks off its inaugural year this April 28th through to May 2nd, 2015.

The festival, for all ages, will offer an opportunity to celebrate science in a fun and welcoming setting. The week-long event will highlight science, and technology through several activities including a Science CafĂŠ, programs for seniors, a VIP event for Sault Science Professionals, an adult night event and a Family Science Carnival at the Machine Shop on May 2nd. If you are interested in getting involved in this premier event for our community, please contact External Relations at ext. 2830. To find out more about the upcoming Sault Ste. Marie Science Festival visit sciencenorth.ca/ssmscifest.

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ERP Update The Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project is well underway.

This month, we are highlighting Heather Edwards. Heather is a grad of the Sault College Office Administration-Legal program and was born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie. She began at the College in 1987, nearly three decades ago, and is currently Assistant to the VPA. She is also the Functional Lead Assistant on the ERP Alliance project.

We asked Heather a few questions about her life and work here in the community and at the college and here is what she had to say: What do you like most about the work you do in your role at the College? My colleagues are the best ever!

Do you have any special hobbies, interests, passions, skills, community work that you are involved with? I love to renovate and decorate, garden and just be outdoors (in good weather!) hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, and to travel. And I love, love, love being with my sweet grandchildren.

Do you have a “fun fact” that most others may not know about you? I’m a Netflix bingewatcher!

When did you begin working on the ERP Project? I’ve been involved since its inception as part of my work in the VPA office and then became a functional lead when the framework was established.

What was the best part of the experience helping in the early stages of this important project?

The best thing for me is to know that Sault College would be involved in a cutting-edge project that would be a provincial model when complete.

What are some challenges you are helping to address or anticipate going forward? Do you know how we might overcome this/these? We, in Academic Planning, have been exposed to the new software (which is a bolt-on to PeopleSoft). We are fully aware of its complexity and know that there is an incredible amount of data to convert. This is scary, but knowing what the end product will do helps us to stay focused. In addition, we are being proactive by trying to get as much up-front work as possible done before we have access.

If there was one thing about ERP that you would like your co-workers to know, what would it be? The Academic Logistics and Academic Management Planning systems are powerful and efficient. Once implemented, we will spend less time on manual processes and duplicate data entry into various places. We will have more time to focus on students!

To thank Heather for her participation in our ERP feature, we’d like to reward her with a StaffAlumni long-sleeved grey shirt – thanks, Heather!

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Upcoming Events Every Monday – Drum Circle at Enji Maawnjiding with Waabishkizi Nimkii Kweok/White Thunder Woman’s Hand Drum Group, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Every Tuesday – Toastmasters meeting at 11:45 a.m. in the Health and Wellness meeting room Every Wednesday – Toastmasters new meeting time at 5:00 p.m. in the Health and Wellness meeting room Week of April 6th – Sault College hosts home game 3 of the Soo Greyhound playoff series Friday, April 3rd – Good Friday, College Closed Monday, April 6th – Full Moon Ceremony in Enji Maawnjiding with Margaret Neveau. 7:00 p.m. tobacco ties will be made, 8:00 p.m. participants will make their offering, 9:00 p.m. guests will eat. No registration is required.

Wednesday April 8th – Youth Entrepreneurship Fair. Common Link from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 11th – Discover Sault Open House, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 16th – Medicine Pouch Making with elders Barbara Nolan and Ted Recollet.

6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Enji Maawnjiding Friday, April 17th – Graphic Design Show, 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Willow Teaching Restaurant Saturday, April 18th – Child and Youth Worker W.A.L.K. at 10:00 a.m. in the Health and Wellness Centre Tuesday, April 28th – Saturday, May 2nd – Sault Ste. Marie Science Festival Friday, April 24th – Regular Classes End/ Winter Term Ends Sunday, April 26th – Health and Wellness 5K Challenge at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion.

Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. race begins at 10:00 a.m.

Thursday, April 30th – Bridge Building Registration Friday May 1st – Citizenship Ceremony, Sault College Passport to Unity Saturday, May 2nd – Bridge Building Competition in the Multimedia Centre

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