HIV/AIDS in Africa; and the critical role agriculture plays.

February 3, 2012

Imagine what it would be like to go to bed at night, afraid to close your eyes, in fear that in the morning, they may not open…As a student in the Agricultural Management program, we are exposed to new techniques and principles of agriculture every day.  But sometimes we confine ourselves to thinking that what [...]

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Are you thinking of coming to Olds College and taking the Land and Water Resources program?

February 3, 2012

I had the privilege of interviewing Rebecca, a first year student in the Land and Water program majoring in Land Reclamation. She enjoys learning about the environments complexity and the different compositions of it. For students who wish to continue their education after attending Olds they can register for the Bachelor of Applied Science at [...]

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Agricultural Management

February 3, 2012

Agricultural Management Program   One of the diploma’s that is offered at Old’s College is the Agricultural Management program. As a 1st year student enrolled into this program, I can share some insight on some of the courses, experiences, and trips that the student should expect.   The agricultural program was designed to give the [...]

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George Canyon

January 24, 2012

George Canyon came and did a live performance here at Olds College on September 29th. He was accompanied by four of his band players and was just absolutely amazing. George, originally from Nova Scotia, now lives here in Alberta. He spends most of his time when he’s not touring on his ranch with his wife [...]

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Living in Residence – Frank Grisdale Hall

January 23, 2012

Living in residence is a great way to meet new people, especially if you are from out of province.  It is also convenient because you are close to all of your classes and there is a meal plan provided in the cafeteria so you don’t need to buy groceries.  If you do need to buy [...]

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Why I Chose Olds College…

January 23, 2012

  Hi everyone. I’m a first year student in the Business Admin program, and I chose Olds College based on athletics. Not just any athletics team but the rodeo team. Later on, after being admitted did I realize how truly awesome and different this college is.  But first of all, Olds College has an amazing [...]

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Beating school stress with extracurricular activities

January 23, 2012

One of my biggest worries coming to Olds College was will I make friends? And will I be able to do well in school… I have found with being part of the college rodeo club and also a student ambassador I have helped both of these worries. I think there are lots of benefits with [...]

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Life in Alberta

January 23, 2012

Coming from a small town in Ontario, Alberta has really been an eye opener for me. I really enjoy seeing those beautiful mountains everyday and the blue sky’s that come with them. My first weekend in Alberta I couldn’t wait any longer to dive right into the mountains and this is why I went to [...]

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School of Business; Business Administration: Teamwork – A passion, not a requirement

January 18, 2012

I believe that teamwork should be something that students are passionate about.  Students should feel that they are in-control of their learning and have every opportunity to make their experience positive and amazing.  At Olds College (OC), the instructors are receptive to this and assist students in their learning.  Just like learning, teamwork should be [...]

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What is it like to live in an Olds College Townhouse?

January 16, 2012

The first part of the journey of living in a town house is to be a second year student or have attended a college somewhere else. Then the second step is to apply for the townhouse through an online application. Once the application is approved you either discover who you roommates are. Unless you applied to [...]

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What it is like to come from Ontario to Olds College?

January 11, 2012

  It is a big move to go away to college a couple hours from home, but what about a three day drive away from home, how about a couple provinces away? The decision to move this far from family and friends was difficult, but I looked at it as a new opportunity to open [...]

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