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Assiniboine students heading to Italy to learn about local food systems
BRANDON, Man. (May 1, 2024)— Students in Assiniboine College’s Russ Edwards School of Agriculture & Environment will be immersed in Italian food and agriculture in Urbania, Italy for two weeks this May, a unique college experience exploring the flavours and colours of authentic Italy. “Learn by doing is a cornerstone experience for students at Assiniboine,” said Karen O’Gilvie, Academic Chair in the Edwards School. “Being able to travel internationally as part of their program, and be immersed in a
Ten Assiniboine graduates to join ranks of Manitoba First Nations Police Force
PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE, Man. (April 19, 2024)— The Manitoba Public Safety Institute at Assiniboine College, in partnership with the Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNP), celebrated 10 new First Nations Police Officers at their graduation event on Friday in Southport. These graduates are part of the first intake of police (post hired) training recruit students in the Assiniboine partnership with MFNP, with the new program representing another significant milestone in the growth of Public Safety Training
Assiniboine hosts Young Women’s Conference promoting careers in trades and technology
BRANDON, Man. (April 3, 2024)— Assiniboine College played host to grade 8 students from across the region Wednesday at the Skills Manitoba Young Women’s Conference. The conference was aimed at empowering young women to explore diverse career opportunities available in the trades and technology field, and serves as a platform for participants to gain insight from and connect with industry mentors. “In today’s labour market it is important for young women to see all the careers available in the trades and