For John Yun, music has always been a journey of exploration, collaboration, and connection. Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, John spent 2003 to 2007 at Algoma University College (AUC) completing a three-year Bachelor of Arts in Music before transferring to Laurentian University to finish his fourth year.
Algoma University’s Brampton Campus and Creekbank Site will be CLOSED on Monday, January 26, 2026; All in-person classes scheduled will be cancelled.
Scheduled online classes will continue as planned and are not impacted.
Students, faculty, and staff are advised to prioritize safety.
Algoma University is proud to celebrate the appointment of alum John Willinsky to the Order of Canada in December 2025. His lifelong devotion to expanding public access to research has earned him one of Canada’s highest civilian honours.
(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – January 20, 2026): Members of the Algoma University community were celebrated at the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (SSMCOC) 2025 Strive Algoma Visionary Awards (AVA) Gala on Friday, underscoring the University’s continued impact across leadership,
The Algoma University Choir concluded its end-of-term performance in December 2025 with a meaningful act of community support, raising funds, and collecting donations for the Algoma University Students’ Union (AUSU) Food Pantry through its concert.
Members of the Choir formally presented the collected donation to the pantry,
Due to inclement winter weather conditions, Algoma University’s Brampton campus (including the Creekbank Site in Mississauga) is closed today.
In-Person Classes: All in-person classes are cancelled for Thursday, January 15, 2026. Unless otherwise notified, all in-person classes will resume as of Friday,
Algoma University’s Visual Arts program has once again partnered with the Sault Area Hospital (SAH) to bring artwork into the Algoma District Cancer Program (ADCP), supporting patient wellbeing by fostering a more calming, welcoming care environment.
Algoma University is proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of its 2024-25 USports Academic All-Canadians, a distinction awarded to varsity student-athletes across the country who have maintained exceptional academic performance while competing at the highest levels of their university sport.
Algoma University’s Music department is pleased to announce the return of the Great Lakes International Summer Music Experience (GLISME) in July 2026, offering exceptional and immersive musical training, performance, and mentorship opportunities for dedicated young musicians.
Algoma University’s Visual Arts program has once again partnered with the Sault Area Hospital (SAH) to bring artwork into the Algoma District Cancer Program (ADCP). Research shows that hospital art collections can positively influence patient health outcomes,