Need help figuring out what to do next with limited resources? Strategic planning can help. Join our workshop to learn how to develop a plan with real-life examples, checklists, templates, and other tools.
Risk management means anticipating potential issues and taking action to prevent or reduce their impact. This workshop details a systematic process for identifying, evaluating and controlling risks. Effective risk management can save time, stress, and difficulties.
Instructor, Program Coordinator, Digital Fabrication & Design; Faculty Researcher, Selkirk Technology Access Centre Kailey is a mechanical engineer and designer, exploring the capabilities of advanced digital manufacturing through design-focused projects. Kailey obtained a B.Eng from the University of Victoria (2015) and has worked internationally to develop furniture, sporting goods and a variety
Participants make their own digital films together, from pitch to screening. It's a busy week of planning, shooting, and editing. Everyone is welcome, and no equipment is necessary.
Join LEVEL UP - our two-week program for aspiring filmmakers. Gain hands-on experience in working with clients, network with successful Selkirk Alumni, engage with local businesses and media artists, and showcase your work in a final presentation.
Learn the skills of unarmed civilian peacekeeping/protection (UCP)—a nonviolent strategy where trained volunteers or professionals are deployed in volatile situations to reduce violence and to create safer space for a flourishing, diverse community.
Instructor, Culinary Management, Postgraduate Culinary Management, Hospitality Management, Resort & Hotel Management Mallory Attorp was born with the hospitality gene. Growing up in Grand Forks, BC, Mallory started working in the hospitality industry at a young age. Very young, in fact. Her first, unofficial, job was at age seven when she began working for her older sister in a game they called
Laura Nessman has been with Selkirk College since 2017. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies from the University of Victoria and an Advanced Diploma in GIS from Selkirk College. Laura has previously spent time teaching piano lessons and working in local government settings. After travelling throughout Europe and living abroad in the Czech Republic, Laura relocated to
Learn to listen more deeply and connect to people in a more meaningful way, without judgment or blame, so you can reduce conflict and resentment in your relationships while ensuring everyone’s needs get met.
Lena was born and raised in the Kootenays, and living away taught her that there is no better place to be. She was thrilled to work at Selkirk College. "I am a Selkirk College alum and know how special the college experience can be," she says. "I am happy to be a part of an organization that provides so many positive experiences for the people who live here." Lena loves teaching and is always
Instructor, Guitar, History of Rock, Harmony “When people ask me what my 'job' is I say, ‘Job? What job?’ I get to hang out with 100 other musicians all eager to learn, play, share and talk about music all day!" —Darren Mahe, School of the Arts Program Coordinator I received my Bachelors of Music and Education from the University of British Columbia in Vancouver and have studied classical guitar
From novice to advanced, this three-day camp can help people of all ages and abilities improve their beginner fiddle, back-up guitar and/or piano skills. A number of prominent instructors from across Canada will be attending this year, including Gord Stobbe, JJ Guy, Geoff Horrocks and Janis Anderson!
"Technology is (finally) transforming education, making it accessible and affordable to people everywhere." — Brad McVittie I have an insatiable curiosity about the world that is nurtured every day at Selkirk College. I trained in evolutionary anthropology and went on to study primates in Central America and Africa, before finding my passion in education. I've worked in post-secondary education