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A Tribute to the Class of 2020
GPRC honoured the achievements of its students from both the Grande Prairie and Fairview campuses with a virtual Convocation, released June 26, 2020. The online dedication features videos and messages from GPRC executives, community members, Valedictorians and Salutatorian.
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GPRC Adopts Innovative
Learning Commons Model
The Learning Commons model is a new initiative at GPRC that will provide a centralized and collaborative space, offering services and resources to aid in the success of learning, teaching and conducting research. Learn more about the Academic Heart of GPRC and the changes being made.
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Fall Delivery at GPRC
GPRC’s upcoming fall semester will be offered through a mixed delivery model. The health and safety of students, staff and faculty is GPRC’s main priority. The College is committed to mitigating risk and adhering to protocols, recommendations and guidelines of the Chief Medical Officer of Health for the Province of Alberta. Read more about what class delivery will look like in the fall of 2020.
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Alberta's Colleges Establish Taskforce to Support COVID-19 Economic Recovery Efforts
Alberta’s 11 Comprehensive Community Colleges (CCC) have launched an Economic Recovery Taskforce to assist the work of local, provincial and federal governments, and industry, as they tackle the economic challenges faced as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic.
They have brought classrooms into homes across the province and recognize a need for upskilling and reskilling workers affected by the challenges to the province’s current economy.
Learn more about this collaborative effort here.
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Partnering to Expand Trades Training
Grande Prairie Regional College (GPRC) is proudly partnering with Golden Hills School Division (GHSD) to provide an innovative and transformational learning experience for students through the development of the Acme High School Tri-Campus Community Innovation Centre. Read more about this Memorandum of Understanding here.
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GPRC Partners with Athabasca University to Improve Online Learning Experience
GPRC has partnered with Athabasca University (AU) to improve access to education opportunities for students in northern Alberta. GPRC will join AU’s online learning platform, moving current courses online and developing new online courses over the next few months.
The agreement will see GPRC students benefit from AU’s expertise in online education, and cloud-hosted learning management system to access online courses and class content. Read more about this partnership and the benefit to GPRC students here.
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2019 CICan’s Paul and Gerri Charette
Bursary Program Recipient
Mya Toerper is the first GPRC student to be awarded the Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) Paul and Gerri Charette Bursary Program. This prestigious bursary awarded Toerper $2,500 per semester toward her studies in Psychology. Read Mya’s story here.
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Harley-Davidson® Raffle Winner
Cal Worthing of Leduc, Alberta was the winner of the 32nd Annual Harley-Davidson® Raffle. The draw took place on June 12, 2020, in Fairview. Visit our website to find out who took home the second and third place prizes.
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GPRC Alumni Adapt Parkour Business
During COVID-19
GPRC alumni Chad McDonald and Zach Wiebe own and operate APE Parkour – Alternative Physical Education Inc. They have pivoted their model to online training and have delivered equipment to students at home to keep their business going and keep kids in the region active at home during the pandemic. Read more about APE Parkour’s success here.
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GPRC Alumna Rocks Instructor Role
GPRC alumna Ashley Clayton returned to the College in September 2019 teaching guitar, bass and theory in the Conservatory. She graduated from GPRC with an Interactive Digital Design in Music diploma and is now considering pursuing a Bachelor of Education. Learn how Ashley’s time at GPRC gave her the experience she has needed to succeed.
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Alumni Success Stories
Are you an Alumni caring for your community during this time of need? Have you been donating your time, services or goods to local charities during the pandemic? We want to hear how you have made a difference during these difficult times. Email your stories to communications@gprc.ab.ca.
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Your Generosity Impacts Student Success!
GPRC students are directly impacted by the generous support of donors in our community. Donors like you not only impact our students daily but also help advance GPRC toward its goal of academic excellence. You can make a meaningful impact with your gift and ensure students have what they need to follow their path to success. Click here for ways to give.
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Alumni Benefits
Did you know that GPRC alumni get lasting benefits?
We have different programs for our alumni to take part in as well as many services, both on and off campus, that offer our members premium rates. Take a look and start saving today!
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ACAC Announces Plans for the
2020-2021 Athletic Season
As the province and Alberta’s colleges continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) has announced the fall 2020 sport season has been cancelled.
GPRC supports the decision made by the ACAC to suspend athletics as our College continues to prioritize the health of our student athletes, coaches, administration and fans.
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GPRC Webinars
These unprecedented times have called for GPRC’s recruitment to think outside the box in how it engages with new and prospective students. As an alternative to face-to-face visits, GPRC will host great, informative webinars to help support students and answer the questions they may have. Find more information or sign up for a webinar here.
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Connect with Us
Staying connected with GPRC online and on social media is now more important than ever!
Follow us for the latest updates.
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Mobile App for Claims
Get step-by-step help filing an auto claim using the TD Insurance Mobile App from affinity program partner TD Insurance.
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