CCSS Christmas Market back to spread holiday cheerChristmas season is just around the corner, as is the second half of the semester. With midterms and deadlines coming up, stress amongst students is rising and it can be hard to find any time to relax. But there’s an event coming up on campus that just may help with that. Wednesday, November 26 will […] Continue Reading |
Chargers women’s basketball team determined to make season a successThe Camosun Chargers basketball teams started their new season on Friday, October 24, with optimism running high for the women’s team. After a season of rebuilding and challenges, the players are hoping to make a difference this time around. The team has a renewed focus as players get back into a rhythm and prepare with […] Continue Reading |
Thoughts on returning to post-secondary as a mature studentStarting a new school year at college or university can come with so many mixed emotions, and that could come at any age. Whether you’re just out of high school, in your 30s, or in your golden years, deciding to step into higher education can place us all on that same level. “Hi, it’s me, […] Continue Reading |
Camosun Running Club provides students with community, movementWhen founder of Camosun Running Club Camilo Dib moved to Canada from Mexico, his search for a weekly community running group fell short. Noticing the demand wasn’t singular, he and peers within the Sport Management program started their own to accommodate the lacuna. After registering the club with the Camosun College Student Sociey and marketing […] Continue Reading |
Orange Shirt Day event returns to Lansdowne campusOn Monday, September 29, Camosun College will host its annual Orange Shirt Day ceremonies at the Lansdowne campus. Morning workshops will run from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Na’tsa’maht and the Sherri Bell Hall in Wilna Thomas, and the ceremony takes place at 1:30 pm at Na’tsa’maht. Last year, the English department spearheaded the […] Continue Reading |
Student advice for entering a new school yearFall is near; the new academic year begins as the season transitions into tints of red and yellow, decorating our campus and welcoming students into the new semester. Whether you’re in your last term of your studies or just beginning your journey, you’ll need to prepare yourself to confidently continue your education. First and foremost, […] Continue Reading |
Camosun College alum returns to campus as cafeteria chefWhen Justin Zhang graduated from Camosun’s Culinary Arts program 20 years ago, he didn’t know he’d be returning to the college two decades later in a much different role. Today, after stints cooking at Coast Victoria Hotel and Pearson College in Metchosin, the alumnus is the new chef manager for Aramark, who run the college […] Continue Reading |
Grads take stage at emotional, exciting convocation ceremonySome 1,200 graduating Camosun students crossed the stage in blue gowns in June to honour their achievement and celebrate in community. Held on the college’s Interurban campus, six convocation ceremonies took place from Tuesday, June 17 until Thursday, June 19 and were organized by each of Camosun’s six schools and centres. This year, over 2,000 […] Continue Reading |
Camosun library staff passionate about their workWhile many services are blocked by pricey monthly subscriptions, perhaps the most useful resource to Camosun students is right here on campus, with no charge attached: the library. The utility of the space goes beyond books and easy-to-access desktop computers. But the full range of resources—which currently includes access to a 3D printer and podcast […] Continue Reading |
Students showcase work at Camosun Comic Arts FestivalCamosun Comics & Graphic Novels students will be showcasing their work at this year’s Camosun Comic Arts Festival (CCAF). Students who are part of the program will show the comics they’ve been working on throughout the year at the CCAF. The event takes place this year from 2 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, April […] Continue Reading |
