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From Psychology Student to Family Physician: Dr. Coccimiglio’s Path to Practising Medicine
Posted on Mar 20th, 2026
Growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, Dr. Victoria Coccimiglio felt a strong connection to her community, one that would later shape both her education and her career. Choosing to remain in her hometown for her undergraduate studies,
Pancake & Pitches: Social Enterprise Competition Launches at Algoma U
Posted on Mar 19th, 2026
Pancake Breakfast Funds Social Innovation and Community Impact Algoma University’s Community Economic and Social Development (CESD) is hosting Pancakes & Pitches, a pancake breakfast and Social Enterprise Pitch Competition, on March 25, 2026, at the University’s SpeakEasy.
Algoma University Computer Science Students Host Inaugural ThunderHacks Hackathon
Posted on Mar 17th, 2026
Algoma University’s Faculty of Computer Science and Technology (FCST), in collaboration with the Algoma University Computer Science Society (ALCOMS), successfully hosted ThunderHacks, the University’s first-ever 24-hour hackathon. The event brought together more than 50 students, who were challenged to build technological solutions for three different scenarios: Frictionless Campus,
Algoma University Winter Weather Update: Sault Ste. Marie Campus CLOSED Monday, March 16, 2026
Posted on Mar 15th, 2026
(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – March 15, 2026): Algoma University’s Sault Ste. Marie Campus is CLOSED Monday, March 16. All in-person classes are cancelled. All members of our campus community are advised to take weather conditions into account and use caution at all times when travelling to,
Algoma University and Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation New Partnership will Support Students
Posted on Mar 10th, 2026
Algoma University and the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) have established a partnership focused on student learning and development. The framework supports key opportunities for Algoma U students through work-integrated learning, cooperative education, and career development opportunities,
Algoma University Celebrates Student Achievement and Donor Generosity Through Expanded Awards Week
Posted on Mar 9th, 2026
Algoma University is amplifying student achievement in a new way this year through Student Awards Week. This new, week-long celebration shines a spotlight on student achievement across academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement. The expanded format moves beyond a single awards event,
Algoma University’s Largest-Ever Delegation Participates at the 2026 North American Model United Nations (NAMUN)
Posted on Mar 6th, 2026
Algoma University marked a milestone in February as its largest-ever delegation of 16 students participated in the North American Model United Nations (NAMUN) conference at the University of Toronto. Established in 1985, NAMUN is Canada’s oldest annual university-level Model United Nations conference.
Emerging Algoma University Artists Take the Spotlight in New Nuance Exhibition
Posted on Mar 5th, 2026
(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON — March 5, 2026) Emerging artists from Algoma University’s Visual Arts program will take centre stage as Nuance, a temporary student exhibition, opens at the Sault Ste Marie Museum. The exhibition showcases original work by Visual Arts students and marks the culmination of the program’s annual Group Exhibition and Professional Practices course.