ORPT alumnus Jackie Chan receives 3M National Student Fellowship

Tuesday, April 25, 2017 / Campus

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Jacky WL Chan (HB OEd'16) is an outdoor educator and the co-founder and director of Zen’s Outdoor Leadership Camp for Youth (ZOLCY) – a volunteer driven Canadian NGO. ZOLCY’s mission is   to cultivate self-development, outdoor leadership, and the pursuit of continuous education. Jacky leads groups to Jamaica and Nepal where he facilitates volunteer-driven service learning programs   grounded in critical social justice initiatives.

Jacky has trained in martial arts for over twenty years and spent several months in China where he trained with the legendary Shaolin Warrior monks. He currently holds the title of “Sensei” as a third  degree black belt in the art of Shotokan karate-do. He has studied yoga and meditation in India and Nepal and is a certified Laughter Yoga instructor.

Jacky is an avid traveler and has explored many regions of the world in pursuit of adventure, knowledge, and cultural understanding. In 2014/15 he cruised down the Amazon River in a cargo boat,   trained in Chinese kickboxing in China, and motorcycled across Nepal and Northern India.

He received his Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Outdoor Recreation from Lakehead and is currently working on his Masters with a focus on social justice.

Former lecturer and alum recognized by peak teacher education body

Friday, July 7, 2017 / Campus

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Former ORPT lecturer and Lakehead alum, Dr. Janet Dyment (PhD '05) is Australia's Teacher Educator of the Year, as awarded by the Australian Teacher Education Association (ATEA) at a conference in Brisbane in July.

The "judges were struck by Janet's fantastic work in online teacher education," said ATEA President Professor Joce Nuttall.  "Training teachers online is a challenge.  Janet's work shows teacher educators can influence student teachers wherever they live."

Originally from Kanata, ON, Janet received her Ph.D from Lakehead's joint PhD Program, and worked in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities as a lecturer in the Outdoor Recreation, Parks and Tourism program.  She has worked at the University of Tasmania as a lecturer since 2005.  "I'm passionate about my work with student teachers," said Janet.  "I'm thrilled to have my work recognized in this way."

Lakehead teacher Lisa Dampier wins ETFO Anti-Bias Award

Wednesday, August 16, 2017 / Campus

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The Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO) has presented Lakehead teacher Lisa Dampier (BA '92, B.Ed. '93) with its 2017 Anti-Bias Award for her work in teaching global citizenship and social justice to grades 7 and 8 students.

The award is presented to an ETFO member or group of members who develop and teach units, and/or incorporate practices which work toward the elimination of bias.

A teacher at Westmount Public School, Lisa established a Learning Academy for her students in which she taught all subjects from the perspective of global citizenship and social justice. Students learned about different cultures and important world issues and developed respect for and appreciation of differences. They studied the negative impacts of bias, racism and stereotypes and in the process developed compassion and acceptance of others. 

Student broadened their horizons by studying different religious and cultural celebrations and exploring equity issues such as availability of clean water and other essential resources around the world. They also repaired and restored bicycles to give to local needy children. Additionally, Lisa had her students prepare videos for social media that addressed youth issues such as bullying, racism and the rights of children. The videos were designed to inspire others to make the world a more inclusive place to live. Several were posted on You Tube. 

“What’s exciting is that Lisa embedded this focus on global citizenship and social justice across the curriculum in all subjects,” said ETFO President Sam Hammond. “Lisa’s work embodies the social justice principles that our members are teaching to ensure that public elementary students value inclusive and supportive classrooms and communities.” 

(credit: ETFO.ca website)

Karl Subban shares his plan for success in a new book

Thursday, October 12, 2017 / Campus

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How We Did It: The Subban Plan for Success in Hockey, School and Life is a memoir of how Karl Subban (BA '83, BEd '84) and his wife Maria prepared their five children to live up to their potential. The two girls became teachers. The three boys were all signed by the NHL. P.K. is a defenseman with The Nashville Predators. Jordon plays for the Boston Bruins and Malcom was recently traded to the Las Vegas Golden Knights.

Both Karl and co-author Scott Colby have close ties with Thunder Bay. Karl, who was born in Jamaica, played basketball for Lakehead University. Scott grew up in Thunder Bay. They first met when Scott was in Grade 9 and attended Karl`s summer basketball camp.

Karl will be on a book tour, travelling throughout the country attending book signings and guest speaking events during the Fall of 2017.

 

Wilson Institute announces their Associates for 2017-2020

Friday, December 1, 2017 / Campus

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On Thursday, November 30th, the Wilson Institute unveiled their list of the 37 scholars named as Wilson Associates for 2017-2020. Located in every province of Canada, the Wilson Associates have been selected as scholars who are pushing the field of Canadian history in exciting new transnational directions. Each of these dynamic scholars is asking new questions and bringing new perspectives to the writing of Canadian history. Each will be entitled to contribute to the selection of the most boundary-breaking publication in Canadian history and to benefit from the support and services of the Institute.  The Wilson Institute hopes, through building a network of fellows and associates, to create a community of scholars inside and outside Canada exploring transnational history. We hope not only to put these scholars in contact with our Institute, so that we might expand our role in Canadian intellectual life, but also to put them in touch with one another, in a country all too often fragmented in ways that far-ranging transnational approaches stand to remedy. The study of Canadian history is undergoing a renaissance—and these scholars are indispensable to making it happen. Welcome to the Institute!

Press release about Dr. Michel Beaulieu, one of the newest Wilson Associates:    

Michel S. Beaulieu is the Chair of the Department of History at Lakehead University and holds the rank of Associate Professor. His research is wide-ranging, but generally deals with historical political, economic, and social issues relating to Northern Ontario.

Michel is the incoming President of the Champlain Society, a Vice President of the Ontario Historical Society, Vice-President of the Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society, President of the Thunder Bay Branch of the Canadian International Council, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Multicultural History Society of Ontario.

His work within the community and as a historian has been recognized by numerous awards. These include a NOVA 20 under 40 Award, the City of Thunder Bay’s Heritage Award, the Lakehead University Alumni Association’s Young Alumni Award, and the Thunder Bay Historical Museum Society’s M. Elizabeth Arthur, Gertrude H. Dyke, and J.P. Bertrand awards.

A much more extensive biography of can be found at http://msbeaulieu.lakeheadu.ca

AGAT Laboratories appoints new President and Chief Operating Officer

Monday, January 8, 2018 / Campus

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Marissa Reckmann has been appointed to the position of President and Chief Operating Officer at AGAT Laboratories.  In her new role, Marissa is focussed on ensuring the preservation of the AGAT Laboratories culture and values, including company philosophies, mission statements and loyalty to staff and clients.  

Marissa graduated from Lakehead University with an HBSc. in Chemistry in 2006.  She joined AGAT shortly after graduation and quickly gained experience within each of the company's geographic and diversified operating divisions.  Marissa's leadership was instrumental in helping the company gain a solid footprint in their 43 locations.  

Marissa is currently the President of the Canadian Land Reclamation Association - Alberta Chapter and a member of the Board of Directors of the National Canadian Land Reclamation Association.  

Billboard Power 100: Live Nation Entertainment's Michael Rapino

Monday, January 1, 2018 / Campus

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MICHAEL RAPINO, 52  CEO, Live Nation Entertainment (Last Year's Rank: 3)

Michael Rapino (BAdmin '89) likes to hold court in a corner seat of Live Nation's new employee lounge and bar, a space stocked with high-end tequila and craft beer that feels more like a miniature House of Blues than the first-floor reception area of the company's Beverly Hills headquarters. With 50,000 employees spread out across 40 countries, the firm's Southern California office serves as the de facto boardroom for the world's largest music entity, which in 2017 helped artists reap record revenue despite two terrorist attacks at live-music events, including the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history.

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Alumna Receives Government of Canada History Award

Wednesday, March 28, 2018 / Campus

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The Departments of Interdisciplinary Studies and History and the Faculty of Education are pleased to announce that alumna Kylie Burchat (HBASc/BEd '17) has been recognized as one of 20 Government of Canada History Award winners for 2017.   

The goal of the Government of Canada History Awards is to connect youth to their history by honouring outstanding students and teachers who show an interest in celebrating Canadian history.

The awards are administered by Canada’s History, an independent national charitable organization whose mission is to promote greater popular interest in Canadian history.

Kylie completed her degree specializing in history and geography at Lakehead Orillia. The genesis of her award-winning submission, a grade six lesson plan exploring the difference between immigrants and refugees, had its roots in her history and education coursework while at Lakehead. 

Kylie is now enrolled in the MA program in History at Wilfrid Laurier University.   

More information about the Government of Canada History Awards can be found at http://gcawards.canadashistory .ca/History-Awards/Teaching- Award/Home

Change in Leadership at the North West LHIN

Friday, April 20, 2018 / Campus

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The North West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) announced on April 19th, the appointment of the new CEO for the North West LHIN, Dr. Rhonda Crocker Ellacott (HBScN '91)

“The Board of Directors wishes to acknowledge the high caliber of skills and abilities that Rhonda brings to this prestigious position with the North West LHIN; her leadership experience and her passion for quality health care in Northwestern Ontario will be an asset for the LHIN. She brings a strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to mobilize teams toward a common goal. We look forward to the results, that she and her Executive Team will bring for the continued success of the LHIN”, stated Gil Labine, Chair of the North West Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). 

A strategic and visionary Senior Health Care Executive, Dr. Rhonda Crocker Ellacott is known as a collaborative, patient and family centred, innovative, results oriented leader. She is a committed individual, passionate about patients and families at the centre of care, energized by new challenges and opportunities to improve quality care, and driven to support teams to accomplish results. 

Dr. Crocker Ellacott has a Baccalaureate in Nursing, Masters Clinical Nurse Specialist Degree in Nursing, and Doctorate in Human Services Administration (Health Care Administration). Her previous position was the Executive Vice President, Patient Services & Chief Nursing Executive of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre and Chief Executive Officer, Nipigon District Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Rhonda Crocker Ellacott has over 25 years of experience in the health care field. From her previous roles as Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer and as a Chief Nursing Executive, she brings to the LHIN CEO position knowledge and experience related to Emergency, Critical Care and Trauma Programs; Surgical and Ambulatory Care Services; Women and Children’s Programs; Diagnostic Service; Patient and Family Centred Care; and Nursing and Professional Practice.

“The Board of Directors is very excited about the future possibilities and opportunities that Rhonda will bring to the LHIN operations and the health care system in Northwestern Ontario through her leadership,” said Labine.

“The Board would also like to thank and acknowledge the excellent work that Laura Kokocinski provided to the LHIN during her eleven year tenure with the LHIN and we wish her much enjoyment and success in her retirement,” said Labine.

Thunder Bay artist wins 2018 K.M. Hunter Artist Award

Monday, April 23, 2018 / Campus

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Thunder Bay artist Cree Stevens (BABEd '97, BFA '15) has won the 2018 K.M. Hunter Artist Award for Visual Arts.

The annual award is given to six Ontario, mid-career, professional artists in various art disciplines. The winners this year are Christine Friday, Ottawa (Dance); Matthew Heiti, Sudbury (Theatre); Shane Book, Ottawa (Literature); Luo Li, Dundas (Media Arts); Allison Cameron, Toronto (Music); and Cree Stevens, Thunder Bay (Visual Arts).

“I was so honoured to learn that I was nominated for the K.M. Hunter Award,” said Stevens from her home in Thunder Bay. “To me, the nomination was enough, because it came from jury members of the Ontario Arts Council. When I learned that I had actually won, I couldn’t believe it.”

The annual K.M. Hunter Artist Awards are financed by a gift from the K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation to the Ontario Arts Council.

“We are very impressed at the caliber of artists our awards attract and wish all the winners this year great success in the pursuit of their work,” says Sarah Hunter, President, K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation.

It has been a busy 2018 for Cree Stevens so far. Along with this award, Stevens recently completed the Converging Lines group exhibition at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery and has just started showing her work in the private Ahnisnabae Art Gallery in downtown Thunder Bay.

“We are thrilled to have Cree Stevens in our gallery,” said gallery owner, Louise Thomas. “Stevens is part of an exciting group of younger contemporary Indigenous artists in this region that are making a name for themselves.”

Cree Stevens will be honoured at the K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation event in Toronto in June.

Article credit: TBNewswatch

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