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Jayme is passionate about bringing people together to co-create resilient communities. She gets to do this work through varied applied social science research projects at Selkirk Innovates. Jayme is called to work on complex issues facing us today, such as climate change, homelessness, poverty and water governance. Jayme is a graduate of Selkirk College. She completed a diploma in Integrated

Robin’s education in the field of ceramics has been wide-ranging and includes educational training from four institutions, in three different countries. With a completed BFA from Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary, AB, Canada, Robin also studied at Kootenay School of the Arts, in Nelson, BC, Canada, at the Australian National University in Canberra, Australia and completed his MFA

HSER Program Coordinator/Instructor, Early Childhood Care and Education I was hired at Selkirk College in December 2013 and have been teaching part time since January 2014 in both the ECCE and post basic Infant/Toddler certificate programs. I received my first formal post-secondary training in Early Childhood Education and graduated with a Diploma in Human Services from Selkirk College in 1994. As

Tracey holds a PhD in Rural Studies from the University of Guelph, an MSc in GIS from the University of Southampton (UK), a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from UBC and an Advanced Diploma in GIS from BCIT. For her PhD, Tracey examined the socioeconomic implications of cannabis legalization to the rural Kootenays, a long-time cannabis producing region. Tracey has taught and researched at Selkirk

Chair, Mir Centre for Peace; Instructor, Peace & Justice Studies “I am constantly impressed by the sensitivity, intelligence and passion for positive social change that I see in our students." —Jennie Barron Jennie has always had a passionate intellectual interest in social justice, community, and connection. These themes are a constant thread throughout Jennie's academic explorations, activism

Melody Diachun (DAY-shun) is an award-winning Canadian vocalist and songwriter named Jazz Artist of the Year at the 2023 Western Canadian Music Awards. With five albums and several nominations, including a National Jazz Awards nomination for Vocalist of the Year, Melody has firmly established herself as "a force to reckon with in contemporary vocal music" ( Toronto Music Report ). As a seasoned

Instructor, Business Administration, Postgraduate Accounting, Postgraduate Business Management "Selkirk offers the best of all worlds—a relaxed yet professional atmosphere, small class sizes and instructors who have a wealth of real-life business experience.” —Michael Konkin, Instructor, School of Business Mike is an accomplished accountant, manager and entrepreneur. Before joining Selkirk College

I was born-and-raised in the beautiful Kootenays. After pursuing my passion for traveling and completing my business degree, I wanted to come back and be immersed in Kootenay mountain culture. Now that I’m back, I can’t imagine being anywhere else and I take every opportunity to continue to travel, play and explore the area. As a student recruiter, I’ve spent many years supporting prospective

With a background in mathematics and research, Kate brings a wealth of experience to her role in ensuring student success as department head of Student Access & Support. Kate's focus is on creating an environment where every student feels supported and empowered. In this role Kate ensures that essential services such as counseling, accessibility services for students with disabilities, and