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Frequently Asked Questions: Office Administration & Technology

Not sure about the English or math Requirement? School transcripts will help us determine whether you have the required English and math levels. Students that do not meet all admission requirements may complete the Selkirk College Readiness Tool (CRT) to confirm required math and English levels. Can I do this in my spare time? The Office Administration & Technology Certificate is a full program of

Indigenization Plan

Our Journey Together: Land, Life, Learning: Indigenization Plan 2019–2024 supports truth, reconciliation, Indigenization and decolonization at Selkirk College by providing a framework to enable a stronger future for all learners and staff. waý • ki’su’k kyukyit • weyt-kp • tawnshi • greetings Selkirk College acknowledges the traditional territories of the First Nations of the West Kootenay and

Important Dates – Office Administration & Technology

The Office Administration & Technology program is designed to allow for flexibility and options. Office Assistant Fall 2024 August 26: Fall term instruction begins December 20: Fall term instruction ends Winter 2025 January 6: Winter term instruction begins February 28: Winter term instruction ends No courses offered March through August Bookkeeping This certificate program has in intake in

Stephen Colbourne

Steve spent nearly a decade teaching in K-12 schoolboard classrooms, including a contract in the Arctic, followed by a couple of years in the college-based adult upgrading sphere, before moving from Newfoundland to British Columbia and joining the Selkirk College Academic Upgrading & Development team in 2019. His university background spans both the humanities and sciences, as well as education

Christmas Wreaths

Discover how to craft a beautiful wreath using natural materials to adorn your home. Please note that there is a $15 supply fee that you will need to pay to the instructor at the start of the class.

Make Your Own Christmas Cards

Use gel press pad painting technique to create 10-12 unique holiday cards for family and friends. For ages 14 plus. An additional supply fee of $15 is payable directly to your instructor in cash on the day of the course.

Watercolour Winter Landscapes

In this two-session course, learn to use light and shadow to paint winter landscapes in watercolour. It is for ages 14+, and supplies are extra.

Marianne Batty

"Selkirk's Adult Education programs provide an exceptional opportunity for learners to achieve success and reach their goals. I'm excited to be involved!" — Marianne Batty Marianne Batty is a dedicated Academic Upgrading Instructor at Selkirk College with more than a decade of experience. Marianne strives to make complex concepts in science and math accessible and engaging for her students. Known

Maria Van Der Star

Instructor, Academic Upgrading, Steps to Opportunities, Academics & Readiness (SOAR) Raised in Burlington, Ontario, Maria completed her Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees at Queen’s University in 2008. Spending the next couple of years traveling, she eventually landed in Vancouver where she began to work with individuals with diverse abilities in recreational settings (adaptive

Jennifer Lucke

"'Knowledge is power!' my mom always told me. I want to support and inspire others just as I have been supported and inspired throughout my own educational journey." — Jenn Lucke Jenn has been a passionate learner since her dad first inspired her love of nature and science as a wee lass. She has lived a life full of adventures, living in various locations around BC and Alaska. Initially getting a

Kate Tait

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

Lisa Young

Instructor, Academic Upgrading, Steps to Opportunities, Academics & Readiness (SOAR) Lisa qualified from Waterford Institute of Technology in Ireland almost 20 years ago as a social care/service worker and subsequently worked in homeless services as a frontline case worker for people living with substance abuse, mental health and physical health issues. During a year spent in South America, Lisa

Karen Shoniker

Karen Shoniker brings extensive experience and passion to her role as an instructor in the School of Academic Upgrading & Development at Selkirk College. While teaching and serving as the Math Department Head at a high school in Whistler, Karen developed an understanding of the British Columbia curriculum and the challenges faced by high school students. This background equips her to effectively

Nathaniel Howard

Nathaniel graduated with a degree in Viticulture from Charles Sturt University, in Wagga Wagga, Australia, in the early-2000s. After a few years making wine and pruning grapevines, he made a career change to teaching high school science. He has taught in schools in both Australia and Canada, and has been employed by Selkirk College's School of Academic Upgrading & Development since 2009. Nathaniel

Andrea Kosling

Andrea has been at Selkirk College since 1999 and has been working as an Adult Upgrading instructor at the Nakusp Learning Centre since 2008. Andrea grew up in Germany, and after finishing high school went to study at Selkirk College, where she completed a Liberal Arts and Science Diploma in 1996. She went on to the University of British Columbia and completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in English

Our Team

Dianne Binn Director, Indigenous Education & Engagement Melissa Dorey Indigenous Projects Lead Jessica Morin Indigenous Education Developer Rodney Noskiye Indigenous Student Navigator Ann-Marie Smith Elders Program and Cultural Activities Coordinator Danica Weager Counsellor for Indigenous Students

Rural Transit

Challenges and Opportunities for Innovation Transit is an important service, with clearly documented economic and social benefits, including access to services like health care and education as well as economic participation. Transit is also recognized as a practical opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In Canada the conversation around public transportation has been focused on urban

Indigenous Perspectives & Sustainability

Indigenous applied research benefits education, reconciliation and self-determination in the Southern Interior. Selkirk College has memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with Okanagan Nation Alliance, Ktunaxa Nation, Colville Confederated Tribes and Metis Nation BC. These MOUs guide all levels of the institution in future steps and defines aspirational goals toward meaningful, authentic and respectful

Subjective Well-being Survey

Photo: Jesse Schpakowski Survey Closed The Subjective Well-being Survey is now closed. Thank you to those who completed the survey. The results of the survey will be published in 2024 at State of the Basin . To get the announcement when the subjective well-being research is released, sign up for the State of Basin's monthly newsletter. The State of the Basin initiative monitors and reports on

Selkirk Innovates

Innovative Solutions to Real-World Problems Innovation is woven through the fabric of every department, program and initiative at Selkirk College, and Selkirk Innovates is your regional leader of applied research and innovation. We enhance the student learning experience and foster a sustainable and inclusive climate while supporting communities to adapt and thrive in the face of change. Social

The Gathering Place, Castlegar

Welcome The Gathering Place is a special place for students to connect with each other, and for the college community to celebrate and learn about First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures, traditions and ceremonies. Join us for weekly programming, guest speakers, classes and Elders on Campus. Indigenous students have priority access to the Gathering Place, but the space is open to all students