“It’s a good start to the weekend,” said Maddy Nadeau, Wolves outside hitter after they won 3-1 against the La Cité Coyotes in the women’s volleyball home-opener at the Jack […]
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October 23, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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The Wolves praise Erin Cunningham for an outstanding kill for a point.
“It’s a good start to the weekend,” said Maddy Nadeau, Wolves outside hitter after they won 3-1 against the La Cité Coyotes in the women’s volleyball home-opener at the Jack Doyle Athletics and Recreation Centre on Oct. 20.
Nadeau ended the game with nine digs and 12 kills.
“Our captain, Emilie Menard, really took control of the court, and our new middle, Chloe Rodgers, she kills it. So really proud of the girls today,” said Nadeau.
Wolves coach Everton Senior said, “We wanted to reestablish our positioning and let them know we’re the big brother in this city.”
Senior continued to describe the Wolves’ performance.
“I thought we all did a really good job. I thought it was one of our better passing matches and we just moved the ball around well,” said Senior. “And I hope the crowd gets bigger and bigger. They bring a lot of energy.”
The crowd hypes up the Wolves as they prepare their defence. Photo credit: Noah Leafloor
After the Wolves win, outside hitter Faith Billaney said, “The home opener is a different game for us. We have a huge crowd which is really important. It’s just a different atmosphere. So yeah, really helps a lot.”
And beating that big rival is a true accomplishment.
“Most of our players are returning players. So for all us, it’s nice to take the win,” said Billaney.
“And you know what? My favourite thing after a game is spinach dip and a root beer at the Wolves Den.”
Another way to celebrate after a win is to recognize key players.
“I think Maddy is a key player for us,” said Billaney. “She is one of our captains this year with me and Emilie. She can put a wall down.
“Same with even Natasha Lauzon and Erin Cunningham. They’re really good at scoring points for us.”
“And Gabrielle Paquette, she sets all the time and Ashley Adams did a great job as a rookie coming in,” said Billaney
Gabrielle Paquette going for a dig as La Cite send the ball over. Photo credit: Noah Leafloor
“Everyone played well and came in today to serve. We were consistent and had good defence,” added Billaney.
La Cité head coach David Mann commented before the game on the task ahead.
“It’s a lot of work being the coach,” said Mann with a grin. “Just coming together as a team and using everything from the pre-season practice is what we will do.”
The Wolves look forward to future games against La Cité.
“I look forward to seeing them again when we go to their home gym,” said Nadeau. “But also just looking forward to travelling with the team and having more wins like this one.”
The Wolves will face off against La Cité on Jan. 12 in an away game. But first, they must get through the other teams, starting with the George Brown Huskies on Oct. 28.
Our suitcases were laid across the floor in what I guessed was going to be the living room. It was August 2015 and we had just arrived in Uganda from […]
Naomie Twagirumukiza
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October 23, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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Over the last seven years, my family has moved six times to different countries and cities.
Our suitcases were laid across the floor in what I guessed was going to be the living room. It was August 2015 and we had just arrived in Uganda from Burundi. All the walls were white and reflected the light from outside. It was blinding. The house was smaller than the one we were living in before. It just didn’t seem enough for my whole family of nine and a maid.
My parents had bought it in a rush and my mum told me we wouldn’t be here for long. I already missed my old house where we’d lived for more than 12 years. I hoped it would remain intact through the chaos my country was going through.
Just a few months before, on April 25, 2015, it was announced that the incumbent president of Burundi, Pierre Nkurunziza, would run for a third term in that year’s presidential election. The announcement sparked protests by those opposed to it. Tens of thousands fled the country, hundreds of people were arrested several were killed and dozens more were injured.
There is a vast spectrum of people affected by conflicts around the world. This includes the victims of two countries at war, the people from neighboring countries who help refugees and, in my case, the families of the UN workers who stay in those countries. We are always ready for a move.
Over the last seven years, my family has moved six times to different countries and cities.
Today, the eight of us are spread across three geographic locations. This means that for me, home is not a fixed location but a constantly shifting reality. In a world increasingly wracked by conflict and uncertainty, the question of “What is home?” is too deep for many. In my case – and for those like me – it’s no longer about a house, a city, or a country.
For me home is my family. I am not alone to feel this way.
Aldoline Kamanzi, an international business student at Algonquin College, moved a lot because of her parents’ business and she loved it. “Home is Rwanda to me, because it’s so nostalgic being there,” she said. “It reminds of my childhood, my whole family is there and it just makes me happy being there.”
In my family’s case we moved because of war but we adapted. I started going to an English boarding school with all my older sisters where I learned the language. At home we spoke French or Kirundi, our mother tongue, because my parents didn’t want us to only speak English.
But after two years in Uganda we were ready to move again. We returned home for a while. Then, in 2019, we moved to South Africa.
My mum had gotten a great new position in Chad but it was a war zone country so we couldn’t join. (Trust me, she hated this situation more than anyone else.) We could have moved to “the closest safest country” but we chose to move to the south for my dad to have better access to his cancer treatment.
A few months after we had moved, my mum had to leave for work and my three older sisters for university abroad.
Our household of seven was now left with four. I wasn’t disturbed by my mum going. Her presence in those countries was indispensable for the work she was doing. I knew she felt more uneasy than any of us.
What troubled me was I had become the oldest child in the house all of a sudden. I had to wake my siblings up, I had to make their lunches and I had to get their clothes ready for school. I was learning in doing just like everyone was getting used to the new situation.
Even though we were spread across four countries, we supported each other in the best way we could and made sure to call each other often.
We moved, we learned and we adapted
Ahmed Elbadri, a student success specialist at Algonquin College, says experiences like mine that involve a lot of moves can produce challenges. “We are the by-product of our environment,” he said. “Building relationships can be hard for children that moved a lot because they can find it hard to engage with people as they grow up.”
My older sister Esther recently moved from the UK to continue her studies in Canada with me. She is in the public relations program at Algonquin College. Photo credit: Naomie Twagirumukiza
In my case, my experiences, though rooted in constant change, have cultivated adaptability and empathy, leaving in me flexibility and an appreciation for the world’s diversity.
Then came 2020. It was a nightmare for a lot of people including my family. I was in grade 11 preparing for my IGCSE – International General Certificate of Secondary Education – and my dad was sicker than he had been the year before.
The last thing we needed was an epidemic. Classes switched to Zoom, the number of deaths just kept increasing, the whole world was in chaos and our family was still divided between four different countries.
How did we survive the pandemic? Only God can tell you, but I was done with exams in November 2020, my mum had gotten a new contract in Burkina Faso and we were on the move in December before the borders closed.
We had no idea where the pandemic was going and how bad it was going to get but for the first time in three years, we were all together. All seven of us with our parents. Together we were definitely stronger.
Today, as we take note of the profound impact of conflicts worldwide, let’s be reminded that the search for a home can be a remarkable journey through the world’s most challenging places. This includes both within the heart and on the map.
To me, home is purely grounded in the love and unity shared with my family. What about you? What is home to you?
Our house felt warm that December because our family was finally together. Or because the country was right next to the Sahara Desert. It was our first Christmas together in three years.
“Let’s decorate the Christmas tree,” my older sister shouted as she came down the stairs with a box full of ornaments.
The Algonquin College residence was evacuated Friday afternoon after a fire alarm was pulled due to smoke from a microwave. Ottawa Fire Services arrived on the scene at approximately 1:30 […]
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October 20, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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An Ottawa Fire Services firetruck stops in front of the Algonquin College residence on Oct. 20, 2023.
The Algonquin College residence was evacuated Friday afternoon after a fire alarm was pulled due to smoke from a microwave.
Ottawa Fire Services arrived on the scene at approximately 1:30 p.m. as students evacuated the building in droves. Campus security directed students to gather across the street as firefighters were dealing with the situation.
Students gather across the street after a fire alarm was pulled at the Algonquin College residence on Oct. 20. Photo credit: TJ Sider
Firefighters at the scene told the AlgonquinTimes that a microwave in a unit caused smoke that almost started a fire.
Many students on campus this week are facing increased academic pressure as midterm exams and assessments are starting to wrap up before break week. Some expressed inconvenience while firefighters attended to the incident.
“We’re all upset,” Brayden Grooms, a game development student, said.
His friend, Sylvia Priest, also a game development student, interjected and said, “I have so many assignments too, man. I can’t be sitting out here.”
Students are used to semi-frequent fire alarms at the residence. In 2023, there have been several incidents of evacuations at the college residence. Incidents range from false alarms to a fire in a first-floor dormitory room, as reported by the Times in February.
Ryan Ferris, an esthetician student, was packing up her room for break week when the fire alarm went off. She said that residents didn’t react to the fire alarm with much urgency.
“Everybody just walks slow now,” Ferris said. “Nobody is running anymore. People just kind of walk out normally like they’re going to class.”
Residents were given the all-clear to re-enter the building by Ottawa Fire Services at approximately 2 p.m.
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“First me then the world” should be be international students’ wellness motto. That was the advice of a presenter during a sparsely attended wellness workshop on Oct. 10 organized by […]
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October 20, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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“We do have a hard time with getting students to attend events that have to do with wellness because for students often school, work, family responsibilities and social time come before self-care which is totally understandable,” said Leah Grimes, intercultural programming support officer (back left).
“First me then the world” should be be international students’ wellness motto.
That was the advice of a presenter during a sparsely attended wellness workshop on Oct. 10 organized by Health Promotion and the International Education Centre.
The workshop took place in A-building room 217 and was given by Elizabeth Pena Fernandez, the health promotion and education coordinator.
The organizers blamed the low turnout at the event on midterm preparations.
“We do have a hard time with getting students to attend events that have to do with wellness because for students often school, work, family responsibilities and social time come before self-care which is totally understandable,” said Leah Grimes, an intercultural programming support officer.
The students who showed up had their own expectations.
“I am anxious about the coming months (studies, job and all),” said Fatheen Hasan Elattuparambil, a student in the project management program. “I am here mainly to know how I can manage my anxiety and increase my mental wellness.”
Wellness depends on spiritual, emotional, intellectual, social, physical and environmental factors. Students cannot get over the stress instigators without balance.
“The presentation will tackle general health and wellness, nutrition, fitness, sleep and social support network,” said Fernandez, who led the discussion with her vivid persona and lively interactions.
The speaker left the space for students to intervene due to the sensitivity of the subject. After all, such events are organized to raise awareness.
According to Grimes, international students should understand the stressors to manage them better. The sessions aim to connect them with other students who are experiencing similar struggles.
Fernandez started every section with the scientific literature on international students’ issues. Audience members gave their own routines on food, sports and sleeping habits while pondering their wellness levels. Despite the low attendance, Fernandez’s vivid persona and lively interactions on the several facets of wellness should have been allocated more than one hour.
“The major takeaway is the importance of working out, scheduling a seven-to-nine hours sleep and eating properly,” said Alvaro Portillo, a student in computer programming.
“The major take away is the importance of working out, scheduling a 7 to 9 hours sleep and eating properly,” said Alvaro Portillo, a student in computer programming. Photo credit: Brahim Ait Ouzineb
The attendees got tips on managing their well-being. The speaker insisted that students should prioritize eating and sleeping over everything else.
“Eating properly and sleeping properly. I think if students pay attention to these two things, it can have a big impact on their health,” said Grimes.
At the end, Fernandez handed out flyers for more information to the attendees.
Your goals, your career, your college. That is the motto for Algonquin College, and many students see that motto realized throughout their time on campus. Some find their career after […]
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October 19, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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Nicholas Durocher, professionally known as TALK, is returning home after the release of his debut album "Lord of the Flies and Birds and Bees."
Your goals, your career, your college.
That is the motto for Algonquin College, and many students see that motto realized throughout their time on campus. Some find their career after graduation; others discover their goals during their education. In some cases, students discover their careers lie in a different field than what they are studying.
Nicholas Durocher left the school after completing only one year of the public relations program to chase his dreams in the music industry. At the time, he was searching for a program that would further his dreams of becoming a famous musician, but there were limited options.
After a year in the difficult program, Durocher was advised to leave and chase his dreams of making music.
“He (his professor) pulled me aside and he was like, ‘This isn’t what you should be doing, you should be doing music. Your talents are wasted here, go try and make it happen for yourself’,” said Durocher. “So, that’s what I did.”
Growing up, Durocher took music lessons, including piano, guitar and drums, and his devotion to music grew as he aged. In high school and the beginning of college, he collaborated with several different small rock bands and a solo artist, until he decided to branch off and focus on his own craft.
“I was always playing with other people and collaborating with other people,” said Durocher. “And then at one point, probably in that year 2013-2014, I started just trying to be with myself.”
Seven years after he left Algonquin, Durocher, now professionally known as TALK, released his hit single Run Away to Mars in 2021. Only a year later, that song made him an international success.
Durocher has been passionate about music his entire life, and during his time at Algonquin, he was given the advice that pushed him to chase his aspirations. Now, with the success of his hit single, and the release of his debut album Lord of the Flies & Birds & Bees coming out Oct. 20, TALK is returning home for the final three shows of his tour with his dreams now a reality.
“We’ve done a lot in the last few years,” said Durocher. “It’s felt short, but a lot at the same time. It feels like Mars blew up yesterday, but it was a year ago.”
“He’s earned it,” said Stephen Heckbert, a former professor in the public relations program. “It’s not an easy road to get there, it requires such a commitment and such a dedication to your craft, and you’ve got to be good at it.”
Although it took some time to reach his goals, Durocher worked hard for many years to get there.
“It was by no means instant success,” said Durocher. “I worked classic minimum wage jobs for a couple of years while doing music stuff on the side and kind of sharpened my skills.”
As Run Away to Mars exploded on TikTok and other social media platforms, the halls of Algonquin College’s N-building echoed with the lyrics as the CKDJ radio station played it on repeat.
“He plays a lot on CKDJ,” said radio broadcasting student Davide Donato, 19. “We have lessened it from what it was before. (Run Away to Mars) used to be on power (most frequently played).”
Lord of the Flies & Birds & Bees is set to release on Oct. 20, featuring his songs Run Away to Mars, A Little Bit Happy, and Afraid of the Dark.
“I like his music, I think it’s pretty cool,” said Donato. “It doesn’t sound like music that comes out often, because lately it’s been a lot of rap and stuff like that. So, hearing this kind of music is nice.”
A goal has been met, a career set in motion. But Durocher’s dreams are as high as Mars, and who’s to say he won’t reach it?
“I always dreamed of being at the top. I feel like I want to be Beyoncé,” said Durocher. “I could do this for 40 years, but I would love to tour arenas and be the best in the world.”
“I think he’s the perfect example of what an Algonquin College success story would look like,” said Heckbert. “Sometimes the path someone chooses is not the path they are meant to be on, but the goal is to give them the tools so that they can take advantage of whatever opportunities life throws their way.”
The Algonquin Wolves beat the Durham Lords 2-0 on Oct. 18 in an exciting home playoff match, advancing to the quarterfinals in men’s soccer. “I think we were most happy […]
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October 19, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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Cristian Aviles-Molina (left) runs to celebrate his first goal of the night with Ali Sultan (right) at Algonquin College sports field on Oct.18
The Algonquin Wolves beat the Durham Lords 2-0 on Oct. 18 in an exciting home playoff match, advancing to the quarterfinals in men’s soccer.
“I think we were most happy with the amount of effort the guys had,” said Angus Wong, the Wolves’ head coach.
“This is one of the games that we felt the team really played for each other today. They were committed to each other as a team, so we were really happy with (the win).”
The Wolves scored an early 13th-minute goal by midfielder Cristian Aviles-Molina who was at the net at the right time to tap the ball home with a tidy finish.
Aviles-Molina would go on to score his second goal and the last goal in the game, this time on a penalty shot that sent the keeper the wrong way.
“I thought it was a strong performance,” said Aviles-Molina. “There were a little bit of ups and downs during the game, but we remained as a team and as a unit for the full 90 [minutes] even when we were suffering for a bit, but obviously the result shows the better team won today.”
A goal was disallowed against the Wolves in the 27th minute because the ball was supposedly in the Durham goalkeeper’s hands.
“I’m not sure if it should’ve counted or not. I’ll have to see it on tape. At the moment I thought it was fine, but I’ll have to see it again,” said Wong.
The Wolves will now be moving on to the quarterfinals to face Conestoga Condors in Kitchener on Oct. 21. The Condors are in first place in the west division with an undefeated record of 10-0. The OCAA website will livestream the game.
“We haven’t had a chance to see (Conestoga),” said Wong. “The season goes by really quickly, so we were focused on the other teams in the east. We are going to watch some tape on Conestoga. The west typically has strong teams.”
Added Wong: “They were a strong team last year. I think they are supposed to be really well-coached and have a really organized team, so I’m sure it’s going to be a challenge for us, but we are confident that if we play the way we are capable of playing that we can compete with anybody in the province.”
Long lines of people filled the Student Commons as they waited to speak with a fortune teller at a psychic fair held there on Oct. 16. The Students’ Association holds […]
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October 18, 2023 Revised: May 15, 2024 2:43pm
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Steve Morrison, a corporate psychic, waiting for Diana Lopez, a law clerk student, to finish shuffling tarot cards for a reading.
Long lines of people filled the Student Commons as they waited to speak with a fortune teller at a psychic fair held there on Oct. 16.
The Students’ Association holds the psychic fair once every term. The most recent fair had five fortune tellers offering services ranging from tarot card readings to Reiki, which is a type of energy healing.
“There’s a wide range of ways psychics and readers can help a student,” said Amanda Logan, the events programmer for the Students’ Association.
“For example, with exam season, a student may be a little stressed. Maybe they could consult someone here about the best way to approach exams.”
It’s one of the most popular events in the year the Students’ Association organizes, according to Logan.
After receiving a tarot card reading, Samantha Cronk, a biotechnology program student, reflected on her habits.
During Cronk’s readings, the reader found her to be quite stubborn. The reader advised her to let herself go a little bit more and allow herself to take power for what she wants.
“The reader was really great,” said Cronk. “He didn’t take much information about myself and worked off the cards I pulled.”
Steve Morrison, a corporate psychic, provided the tarot card reading to Cronk at the fair. Other methods Morrison practises include palmistry, face analysis and handwriting analysis.
“Tarot cards can tell what the person wants,” said Morrison. “They’re basically an empowerment tool.”
Despite the best intentions of tarot card reading and other services like it, many misconceptions about fortune telling exist.
“You’re a witch.”
“You’re evil.”
“You’re doing the devil’s work.”
“It’s just a bunch of balderdash.”
These are comments that come to Morrison’s mind when thinking about misconceptions about fortune telling.
Lynda Heyden-Carroll, a spiritual healer at the psychic fair, with a promotional board. Photo credit: Roxanne Lamarche-Silmser
Lynda Heyden-Carroll, a spiritual healer who provided Reiki at the psychic fair, encourages skeptics of her practice to give it a try.
“Why not try it, though?” said Heyden-Carroll. “You don’t have to swallow anything. I’m not injecting anything in you. It’s just a conversation about energy.”
“We can’t tell you exactly what’s going to happen or what to do … we’re facilitators to an easy life,” said Morrison. “What you do with your life and the advice we give is your business.”
When Eshaan Bansal, an international student from India, landed at the Ottawa airport at 6 p.m. on Sept. 8, he knew exactly what to do. He got himself to the […]
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October 17, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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Eshaan Bansal taking pictures of the Canadian Tire Centre during the field trip organized by the International Education Centre. "It was great, it was really interesting. It's great to learn about what is so important in Canada," Bansal said.
When Eshaan Bansal, an international student from India, landed at the Ottawa airport at 6 p.m. on Sept. 8, he knew exactly what to do.
He got himself to the college’s International Education Centre, dropped off his luggage and at 8 p.m. he was in the stands of TD Place watching the Ottawa Redblacks lose to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in a football game.
“I was tired, to be honest with you,” Bansal said. He had a 40-hour flight from Patiala, a city in the southeast of Punjab. “But it was just the excitement of going to college.”
Bansal has never been a great sports fan. And he has never watched football. But when he learned that there was a field trip organized by the International Education Centre, he jumped at the opportunity to explore this important part of Canadian life.
So, on Oct. 7, he and 48 other international students went to the Canadian Tire Centre to watch the Ottawa Senators lose to Montreal Canadians.
Many of the students had never been to a hockey game. Some had never even watched it on TV. They occupied two rows. And those were the most silent rows of the section, even as the classic Stompin’ Tom Connors song blasted over the speakers. They’ve never heard of the “The good ol’ hockey game” that’s “the best game you can name.”
“I have only seen hockey in that movie with Seann Scott,” said Abdul Rahman, a marketing student from Kuwait. He was referring to Goon, a Canadian movie from 2011, where dudes with bloody noses play a lot of hockey.
Rahman was not really a big fan, but he felt obliged to cheer for the Ottawa Senators.
“We are in Ottawa, and they are representing us,” he said. A few minutes later the Senators had their second goal. As the old song goes, “the fans all went insane,” roaring “Go Sens Go.” Rahman joined in.
“I don’t really like Montreal,” he added.
Leah Grimes, an intercultural programming support officer for the International Education Centre, travelled with the group and was the main organizer of the event.
“We always want international students to get the taste of Ottawa and the Canadian experience,” Grimes said. “For me, it’s just a hockey game, but it’s nice that students had fun.”
The next field trip is scheduled for Oct. 25. The students will visit Almonte just outside of Ottawa.
“It’s important to get students out of the college and into the community,” Grimes said.
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Nestled within Algonquin College’s bustling grounds lies the understated Spiritual Centre. This tranquil retreat promotes spiritual growth and unity among students, offering an array of events and activities, from yoga […]
Sebastian Menendez
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October 17, 2023 Revised: January 30, 2024 3:36pm
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Amidst serenity, students meet at the Spiritual Centre for bible study.
Nestled within Algonquin College’s bustling grounds lies the understated Spiritual Centre. This tranquil retreat promotes spiritual growth and unity among students, offering an array of events and activities, from yoga and meditation to prayer and Bible studies.
The Spiritual Centre is situated in E-building, on the second floor of the Student Commons.
Yolande Parsons, the centre’s coordinator, shared her insights into its atmosphere and impact on campus life.
“I would describe the atmosphere in the Spiritual Centre as peaceful and calming,” Parsons said. The centre provides a sanctuary for students to explore their spiritual journeys amid the academic rigours.
As Parsons explained, “There are various spiritual events held in the centre, including yoga, meditation, Buddhist meditation, counselling, prayer, Jummah prayers, discussion groups, Bible studies and more.” This diversity ensures inclusivity for students of all spiritual backgrounds.
The Bible study group, a cornerstone of the Spiritual Centre, significantly impacts students. Parsons said, “The Lectio Divina group started in the spring/summer semester and has continued since. The regular Bible study classes have been ongoing for several years and are led by the campus chaplain. These enduring initiatives underscore the centre’s dedication to spiritual growth.”
Beyond its gathering, the Spiritual Centre facilitates various spiritual teachings and religious events involving Algonquin College students.
“Several spiritual clubs on campus represent diverse spiritual practices,” Parsons said.
When asked about engagement beyond the centre’s walls, Parsons said, “We have collaborated on initiatives with local religious organizations. Local churches provide food and snacks during exam week in an initiative called Pause Break. We have also hosted events supporting Ukrainian refugees, including yoga practices. Alpha sessions have taken place in the Spiritual Centre. We relish the AC Day 1 activities, showcasing stillness and reflection stations, a reading nook, a puzzle table, a craft table for new students, and offering coffee, tea and treats for visitors.”
These initiatives broaden the centre’s reach, fostering unity and community engagement.
The Spiritual Centre contributes to the holistic development of students, preparing them for a balanced and fulfilling life beyond graduation. In an increasingly disconnected world, places like the Spiritual Centre provide opportunities for individuals to connect with like-minded peers and build a sense of unity and purpose. This can lead to a more cohesive and supportive campus and community environment.
Algonquin College’s Spiritual Centre stands as a symbol of peace and unity, offering students a space for spiritual growth and connection. Through a diverse array of events and activities, this concealed gem continues to profoundly impact students’ lives, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends academic challenges.
