College Open House This Saturday November 7
November 5, 2015Cornwall Ontario – Experience college life on one of Ontario’s most vibrant college campuses!
The doors will be open at St. Lawrence College this Saturday November 7 at the Cornwall Campus which over looks the St. Lawrence River.
“Open house provides a wonderful opportunity for prospective students and their families to tour the Cornwall campus and meet staff and students who can provide a realistic view of the college experience,” says Don Fairweather, Dean of the Cornwall Campus. “I like to tell visitors that one of the great attributes of our campus is that we are big enough to serve you and small enough to know you as our friendly faculty and support staff are highly committed to supporting student success.”
Open House runs from 9am to 1pm and events include:
- Campus Tours – Take a guided tour with a student ambassador.
- Program Advisor – Talk to our friendly, knowledgeable staff to discuss program options.
- Admissions Road Map – Not sure what to do next? We have a pathway for you that is easy and straightforward.
- Parents – Learn more about St. Lawrence College, our programs, supports, services, bursaries, scholarships, awards, and more.
- Careers – Learn more about career pathways, in demand jobs and potential salaries.
“I love St. Lawrence College because of the amazing educators we have, as well as how students from every program mingle in the Shark Tank Lounge and have fun together,” said Stefano Delacosta, Social Service Worker student and Cornwall Student Union’s VP of Student Life. “Open House is an important event because it gives you a look into what college life will be like and the community you’ll become a part of.”
Over 1100 full-time students are enrolled at the Cornwall campus.
“I love St. Lawrence College because of the amazing educators we have, as well as how students from every program mingle in the Shark Tank Lounge and have fun together,” said Stefano Delacosta, Social Service Worker student and Cornwall Student Union’s VP of Student Life. “Open House is an important event because it gives you a look into what college life will be like and the community you’ll become a part of.”
The Fall Open House gives future students, their families and friends a unique opportunity to speak to staff, faculty, current students, access labs and facilities, and take a campus tour; experiencing all that St. Lawrence College offers.
“The event showcases our academic programs and student service areas,” says Glenn Vollebregt, President and CEO of SLC. “The journey to college brings many questions about careers, and academic choices. Open House will provide a complete SLC experience, and will answer all your questions. We look forward to seeing you!”
Prospective students can also learn more about the many bursaries that are available to students who attend the Cornwall campus.
“Over $2M in new endowed bursaries have been created in the past five years, notes Don Fairweather. “Including the recent $1M from the Ron Joyce Family Foundation in honour of the lifetime accomplishments of the Honorable Ed Lumley.”
Whether you’re just beginning your search, or ready to make a decision, St. Lawrence College has the programs and services that will support you and your decision. Say Hello to your Future!
About St. Lawrence College
With three campuses in Brockville, Cornwall, and Kingston, St. Lawrence College is an integral part of the economic life and social fabric of Eastern Ontario with a close-knit community of 7,000 full-time students, and more than 70,000 alumni. Hundreds are also enrolled in online and continuing education courses each year. SLC college has many Applied Research projects in progress, and its Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement group has helped more than 350 organizations grow and prosper.
The Cornwall Campus is nestled on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, and shares its campus with Aultsville Theatre, the head office of the Canadian Colleges Athletics Association and the St. Lawrence River Institute of Environmental Sciences.