THIS IS SLC: OUR COLLEGE NEWS

The School of Contemporary Teaching & Learning (SCTL) held a college-wide virtual information session on October 21 which included important updates on two key initiatives: Teaching Excellence and Learning Space Design. 

Communities of Practice (CoPs) are groups of individuals who share common goals, similar interests, and experiences. These groups work together to refine their practice by learning from one another and engaging in an open exchange of ideas or strategies.  The primary functions of a CoP are to create and share knowledge. This knowledge is gained as practitioners participate in the activity that is the focus of the CoP. This practical experience is then enhanced through collaborative reflection by the group of practitioners. 

On November 8th and 9th, many SLC staff, faculty, and students attended the annual Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA) Conference in Toronto. It was a conference of great topics, learning, and connecting with other members of the behaviour analytic community from all over Ontario. 

A collaborative simulation exercise between the Personal Support Worker (PSW) and Paramedic programs provided students with hands-on experience in patient care and interdisciplinary teamwork. The event allowed PSW and paramedic students to practice their respective roles in a realistic, non-critical medical scenario. 

The Brockville Community Integration Through Co-operative Education (CICE), class of 2026, in partnership with our St. Lawrence College Student Administrative Council (SAC) is proud to once again lead the Brockville Campus Community Food Drive.   This year’s CICE students recognize the struggles of some of the students in the SLC community and have taken the initiative to stand up and give back.  

The research capstone programs at SLC bring real-world challenges into the classroom, offering students hands-on experiences that address current industry needs. This fall, a unique collaboration with GreenReach Farms, an urban AgriTech start-up in Gananoque, is allowing SLC students to explore sustainable agriculture in a tangible way.