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Peer Support Program Launched

Peer Support Program Launched

The ACCSA, in conjunction with ACC, has developed a Peer Support Program that aims to connect students to their peers by fostering a supportive community where students are empowered to overcome obstacles and thrive academically. The Peer Support Program teaches peer supporters the emotional and...

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Wellness Wednesday! – April 19th, 2023

Wellness Wednesday! – April 19th, 2023

It's Wednesday, which means we have some wellness tips to share with you! 1. Begin with something positive After waking up, instead of going on your phone and scrolling through social media, try doing something productive that will set the tone for the day. This can be anything from journaling,...

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SAC Election Results – Spring 2023

SAC Election Results – Spring 2023

ACC Students’ Association Council Election Results President (112 Votes) John Olson (106 Votes) – Successful by Affirmation Vice President of Operations (126 Votes) Ariel Cummer (68 Votes) – Successful by 10 Votes Amber Gail Johnson (58 Votes) Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion (126...

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Collective Bargaining Update FAQs

Collective Bargaining Update FAQs

Dear Assiniboine Students, It is our responsibility as your Students' Association to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information possible. For this reason, we wanted to give you, our students, an update on the current strike situation at the College. On Friday March 24th, 2023, the...

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Disability & Neurodiversity Club

Disability & Neurodiversity Club

Written by Len Blakely, Students' Association Council Accessibility Representative, and Mackenzie Haslen. Disability and Neurodiversity Club  This club has been formed to provide a place where people with disabilities and neurodivergent people can meet in an informal setting. The overall aim of...

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The Importance of Sleep Hygiene

The Importance of Sleep Hygiene

Written by Alyshia Kelbert, ACCSA Student Development Coordinator Work on Your Sleep Hygiene Routine Sleep is considered one of the most important factors for student success but is often one of the most neglected areas of a student’s life. Students will sacrifice a good night’s sleep in order to...

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Nominations Open for ACC Staff Awards!

Nominations Open for ACC Staff Awards!

Nominations are now open for the ACC Staff Awards!Three awards are available: ACCSA Student Advocate Award ACCSA Diversity & Inclusion AwardACCSA Commitment to Student Success Award ACCSA Student Advocate Award The ACCSA Student Advocate Award is given to a staff member of Assiniboine...

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The History Behind Black History Month

The History Behind Black History Month

In 1926, Carter G. Woodson, an African-American historian, dedicated a week in February to recognize the accomplishments of African-Americans. The reason this week in February was chosen, was because two notable figures, Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, were born in February. Frederick...

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Assiniboine Puts Out Nomination Call for Alumni Awards

Assiniboine Puts Out Nomination Call for Alumni Awards

BRANDON, Man. (January 16, 2023)— Assiniboine Community College is now accepting nominations for its annual alumni awards, which will be presented at the college’s celebration events in Brandon and Dauphin in fall 2023. “The Alumni Association’s board of directors always looks forward to this time...

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