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Stepping Stones: Celebrating a lasting Lakeland legacy
The decision made by Beverly Van Unen (née Strome) to attend Lakeland College came naturally - and continued a family legacy that would span generations. Growing up on a farm north of Vermilion, Beverly, as well as her family, had close ties to Lakeland College from the beginning. The accessibility...
Lakeland College's president and CEO receives jubilee medal
Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, Lakeland's president and CEO, was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal on March 2. She was nominated for the honour by Demetrios Nicolaides, Alberta minister for advanced education, in recognition of her service in the field of adult education. “Dr....
Cenovus Energy presents Feast on the Farm 2023
Lakeland College is preparing to welcome guests for the ultimate in grassroots dining - Feast on the Farm 2023, presented by Cenovus Energy. “Feast on the Farm is one of our premier fundraising events at Lakeland,” says Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College. “It's...
Lakeland College launches e-commerce store
Lakeland College has a new e-commerce store for students, alumni and the greater community to purchase their green and gold apparel and more. On Wednesday, March 1 Lakeland launched its e-commerce bookstore. This one-stop shop features textbooks, e-texts, gift items and Lakeland clothing, including...
Barbering program bridges new beginnings and community
The culmination of Lakeland College's inaugural barber certificate program has shaped different realities for these three graduates. Clark Drury, a local entrepreneur, and father of two, is looking forward to opening a barber shop in Lloydminster. Kenneth Badger has goals to go into business with...