News and Stories
Hands-on learning draws teacher from Thailand
Isaac Foncha came halfway around the world to learn to be an educational assistant. Originally from Cameroon, Foncha came to Lakeland from Thailand, where he lived for 20 years. Inspired by the students he taught and the experience of a relative who had already graduated from Lakeland, he enrolled...
Harvest yields more than canola, flax and wheat
The fields harvested this year have yielded more than just a crop technology diploma. As they lock up the grain bins and put away the combines for another year, students in the crop unit on the Student-Managed Farm - Powered by New Holland are reflecting on what they gained this harvest season...
Synergy Credit Union invests in the modernization of WHT Mead Building
Synergy Credit Union has contributed $150,000 to the rejuvenation of the WHT Mead Building at Lakeland College's Vermilion campus. This gift reinforces Synergy's long-term commitment to Lakeland College and the region and ensures students and future leaders of collaborative spaces they need to...
New program integrates environmental sciences and renewable energy
Lakeland College's environmental sciences diploma program is expanding with the addition of the renewable resource reclamation major in the 2023-24 academic year. “Environmental professionals are needed everywhere humans and nature interact with one another.” says Kris Novak, chair and instructor...
Lakeland College Open House 2022: Taking it to the next level
It's that time again! On Oct. 21 and 22, Lakeland College invites prospective students, members of the public, and our communities to campus for Open House. Both our Vermilion and Lloydminster campuses will host Open House activities on both days from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. During Open House, participants...