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Algoma University reappoints Chancellor Mario Turco
Posted on Sep 4th, 2024
Algoma University and its Board of Governors, on the recommendation of the Board’s Review Committee, are pleased to announce the reappointment of Chancellor Mario Turco, who will serve a second voluntary four-year term effective September 1,
Makwa Waakaa’igan celebrates next step in realization with $2 million in funding from Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation
Posted on Aug 28th, 2024
Centre of Cultural Excellence will provide critical community resources for education, healthcare, and cultural preservation Today, Algoma University announced an additional $2 million in funding from the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) for the eagerly anticipated Makwa Waakaa’igan project in Sault Ste.
From Court to Career: Thais Matte’s Journey from Brazil to Algoma University
Posted on Aug 19th, 2024
Thais Matte’s (BBA Human Resources ‘22) journey to Algoma University began with a basketball scholarship that brought her from Brazil to Canada. From the moment she began the recruitment process, Thais felt a deep connection with the university.
The Government of Canada supports the Makwa Waakaa’igan project at Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie
Posted on Aug 16th, 2024
The Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, on behalf of the Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced funding of $5 million for the Makwa Waakaa’igan project at Algoma University in Sault Ste.
Algoma University names new Board of Governors chair, vice-chair
Posted on Aug 7th, 2024
The Algoma University Board of Governors has appointed Kelli-Ann Lemieux as its Chair for 2024-25, alongside Rob Battisti as the new Vice-chair. Lemieux joined the Algoma University Board of Governors in July 2022. Lemieux is Vice-president,
Algoma University Students Excel at the AI Summer Games 2024 in Germany
Posted on Aug 1st, 2024
Students win gold and bronze medals, proudly representing Canada Two Computer Science students from Algoma University have returned victorious from the AI Summer Games held in Stuttgart, Germany. Accompanied by Dr. Mahreen Nasir, Assistant Professor in Algoma University’s School of Computer Science and Technology,
Algoma University and Altitude Accelerator partner to boost student innovation
Posted on Jul 24th, 2024
Driving student success through cutting-edge learning opportunities Algoma University and Altitude Accelerator have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to bolster their joint support for entrepreneurs, thereby enhancing Ontario’s reputation as a premier market for new businesses.
Skye’s Path: From Artistic Roots to Creative Renewal
Posted on Jul 19th, 2024
Skye, a proud Sault Ste. Marie resident, has always been deeply connected to her roots. Growing up in the Soo, she spent cherished summers at her family camp on St. Joseph Island, a place fondly referred to as a “cottage”
