News and Stories
New tutoring project puts UT students in local classrooms
While local elementary students were brushing up on their math, Lakeland's university transfer (UT) students were getting a taste of teaching before fulfilling their degree. From October to November, Grade 2 to 7 students from St. Joseph Elementary School were treated to tutoring sessions from...
Teacher's passion brings him full circle
Craig Blythe's education has brought him home. He grew up in Lloydminster, completed the university transfer (UT) program at Lakeland College, graduated with a bachelor of education from the University of Alberta, and now he is back in the community sharing the lessons he learned along the way...
Environmental grad finds success thanks to hands-on learning
Lakeland College was a refreshing change for Bridget Loe. The Class of 2008 alumna already had a university degree in natural resource management: fisheries and wildlife when she decided to apply for the environmental sciences diploma program. Frustrated with the lack of job opportunities that...
Student finds personal fulfillment in EST program
With the emergency services technology (EST) convocation quickly approaching, Sheldon Carter is looking forward to getting out in the field. He's excited to start his practicum and put the skills he learned during his months at Lakeland to good use. As a journeyman electrician with a young family,...
Rewarding adventure begins at Lakeland
An alumnus' return to Lakeland this past summer invoked a slew of memories and reunions that won't be forgotten. Jitesh Haria, Class of 2000 adventure tourism and outdoor recreation, spent a few days out of his two-month Canadian excursion at the Vermilion campus. He eagerly showed his wife, parents,...