I studied at the University of Calgary and the Alberta College of Art and Design, where I received my BFA, majoring in textiles. During my time at ACAD I was awarded many scholarships and awards including the prestigious Board of Governors award; I went on to graduate with distinction in 1998. Currently, I maintain a full-time studio practice and market my production line of MML textiles at major
Originally from North Vancouver, BC, Sally Cunningham completed her BA in English Literature at Bishop’s University in the Eastern Townships of Québec. While there, she was a part of the Bishop’s Online Learning and Technology Consultants (OLTC) program—which trains students in instructional design, high-impact practices, LMS, Microsoft Teams and more—as well as offered support to faculty during
Malorie Moore is a registered social worker and certified career development practitioner with over 15 years of experience working in the field of mental health, substance use and career counselling. Her approach draws heavily from dialectical behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and anti-oppressive frameworks. She is passionate about working with students and supporting people to
Instructor, Anthropology Heather was born in Newfoundland but has been drawn to BC more than once for its rivaling splendour. Invested heart-heavily in social justice and environmentalism, she/they are passionate about healing and community. A fellow of the School of Graduate Studies (Memorial University of Newfoundland, Sociology), Heather’s thesis work examined the self-produced social media
Amy Truong joins Selkirk College as an enthusiastic international student recruiter and cultural advisor. She brings experience in fostering educational growth and cultural engagement. With a Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration from Selkirk College and a bachelor’s degree in education management from Ho Chi Minh City University of Education, Amy has cultivated a deep understanding of
Instructor, Applied Environmental Science & Planning Technology; Recreation, Fish & Wildlife "One of the most impressive aspects of Selkirk College's Applied Environmental Science and Planning Technology Program is the diverse and rewarding array of professional employment opportunities that our graduates consistently find." —Peter Holton, Instructor, Applied Environmental Science and Planning
Instructor, Academic Upgrading, Selkirk International Tamara M. Hudson holds a master’s degree in education with a concentration in international teaching from Framingham University and a Bachelor of Education specializing in Teaching English as a Second Language from Concordia University. An experienced and knowledgeable BC-certified teacher with specializations in TESOL, Elementary Methodologies
Instructor, Academic Upgrading I've always loved science and math, and after getting to do my own research project in an ecology class, I was sold! My first job in biology was working in a microbiology lab...mostly washing test tubes, but also learning a lot! Since then, I've studied knapweed, frogs and toads, insects, bacteria, and bacteria that live inside insects. After finishing my master's, I
Instructor, Academic Upgrading Colleen will be working regularly at the Trail Adult Upgrading & Development Tutorial Room and as an instructor for the Trail Campus. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and worked briefly in the field as a surveyor and junior engineer before starting her teaching career. She has spent the last twelve years working as a secondary school teacher
Instructor, Academic Upgrading, Pathways Coordinator “No one is born fully formed: it is through self-experience in the world that we become what we are.” —Paulo Freire Originally from Central Europe, Mark initially studied and worked in the fields of HR and finance, before finding his passion for education. Since his career change, Mark has been teaching for over a decade, both internationally
Instructor, Steps to Opportunities, Academics & Readiness (SOAR) My name is Alison Roy, and I am an instructor for the SOAR program in Nelson. I have my Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta, and currently working on my Master's of Education from the University of Calgary, specializing in adult, community and higher education. I live in Nelson, BC. My husband and I moved here five
Misoon Jang taught computer engineering in a couple of postsecondary institutions in Korea for 15 years and moved to Canada 2004. She set up an international student agency in Nelson, BC, and recruited Korean international students and also worked as a homestay coordinator for School District #8 until 2014. She started to work at Selkirk College from summer 2014 as an international student