This is SLC: Our College News

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.

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. 

St. Lawrence College’s long-standing partnership with the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) in Limerick, Ireland provided the perfect opportunity for students to explore entrepreneurship globally.   Craig Ervine from the School of Business led a group of eight students enrolled in the GENE 7000 Entrepreneurial Thinking in the Global Context, travelling to Ireland between October 22 and November 2. This visit included a design thinking hackathon with the faculty and students at TUS, field visits to Guinness Enterprise Centre in Dublin, and various company visits around the City of Limerick.  

The Hairstyling program at Dynamic Designs training salon is excited to share our digital transformation journey for 2024 with the implementation of two cutting-edge salon software systems – Phorest and Vish. These innovative platforms are designed to enhance both the student learning experience and the operational efficiency of the salon. Here is a closer look at how these new tools are revolutionizing the way we work and learn.