Faculty Assistant, Physics Noah McIntosh grew up in the Okanagan valley, fostering a passion for outdoor activities from an early age. He completed a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering followed by a Master of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering, both from the University of British Columbia Okanagan. Noah performed research in the Laboratory for Solar Energy and Fuels
Amanda is an instructor the Practical Nursing Program and in the Post-Graduate in Gerontological Nursing Program. She graduated from Confederation College in the Practical Nursing Program in 2016 and later completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at OntarioTech University becoming a Registered Nurse in 2020. Since becoming a nurse, Amanda has worked in community care, pediatrics and most
Lukas entered the pipe trades in 2007 in the pre-apprenticeship program at Camosun College. During his training he worked on a variety of projects from residential new construction to geothermal heating solutions to aquatic center renovations. He received his Red Seal in 2013 and after a short stint in Fort McMurray, Alberta he returned to the Kootenays and worked as a general service plumber and
Instructor, Postgraduate Culinary Management, Postgraduate Hospitality Management, Ski Resort Operations & Management “It is a pleasure and an honour to work with the future leaders in our industry.” – Robyn Mitz, Ski Resort Operations and Management instructor I grew up in Toronto and as far back as I can remember I always wanted to move “out west” and play in the mountains. I fell in love with
Countering today’s fast-fashion by reimagining grandma’s handmade quilt is the focus of a project being undertaken by Selkirk College artist-in-residence Sophie Slater. An alumna of the Textile Arts Program and owner of Mother Snake clothing, Slater has spent the last six weeks transforming a decade’s old quilt collection into stunning coats. The talented artist revealed the final results at a
Guided by a passion to humbly lead the way on solutions for a healthier planet, Selkirk College’s latest recipients of the Environmental Sustainability Award have made a difference by sharing knowledge and taking action. The annual awards recognize both a student and staff member who help advance the college’s sustainability efforts. Forest Technology Program graduate Avianna Clempson and School
Instructor, Business Administration, Postgraduate Accounting, Postgraduate Business Management, Work Integrated Learning Coordinator Cibylla is originally from Germany and moved to Canada when she was six. She grew up in Kingston, Ontario and went to Queen’s University after high school, majoring in French and German. When she felt this was not taking her in the direction she wanted to go in life
Instructor, English, Technical Writing & Communications “Teaching University English to small classes while living in the breathtaking surroundings of the Kootenays is a dream come true – the best of both worlds.” – Rebecca Jacobson, University Arts & Sciences and School of Environment and Geomatics, English and Communications Instructor. I began teaching at Selkirk College immediately after
Instructor, Faculty Assistant, Chemistry Born and raised in the Niagara region of Ontario, Jeff studied chemistry at both McMaster University and Dalhousie University before returning to McMaster University for many years as an instructional assistant. The draw of the mountains was, however, too strong and Jeff resettled in the West Kootenay region to enjoy all the outdoor recreational
"I believe that learning is a life-long process, and I look forward to being a part of the positive learning environment of Selkirk College, where we all play a role in one way or another to each other's success." –Jodi Barlow