1967-2007 Mohawk's 40th Anniversary

1967 2007 MOHAWK COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Marylynn West-Moynes envisions the future As President of Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology, I am pleased to join with students, staff, alumni, partners, and Golden Horseshoe communities to celebrate our 40th Anniversary as an Ontario College. We also celebrate 60 years in postsecondary education since Ontario launched the Provincial Institute of Textiles in 1947, and 50 years as a leader in technology since our incarnation as the Hamilton Institute of Technology in 1957. While proud of our past, today our eyes are focused firmly to the future as we imagine how Mohawk will transform over the coming decade.

Mohawk applauds the incredible achievements of over 75,000 alumni, many of whom live and work in Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford and surrounding communities. In addition to the significant knowledge transfer impact of our alumni, with a budget of almost $140 million and using a conservative multiplier of 2.2, Mohawk easily makes a direct economic impact of over $300 million locally. We remain fu ll y committed to our vision of inspiring learning, leadership and citizenship, and our mission that students and learning are at the heart of all we do .

Over the fall of 2007, Mohawk conducted a series of consultations with external and internal stakeholders, including the Mohawk Students ' Association (MSA), the Mohawk College Association of Continuing Education Students (MCACES) and the Mohawk College Alumni Association. We thank everyone who invested time and ideas, as we move forward to develop a successor to Vision Like A Hawk: Strategic Plan 2004 to 2007.

Our new Strategic Plan will be launched early in 2008, and will provide a roadmap for expanding Mohawk's ability to provide quality educational opportunities and quality services to students, staff, alumni and the communities we serve. As we move forward, how we apply innovation will be a key driver in turning potential into prosperity. Mohawk is committed to serving as a catalyst for applied innovation, and we see a clear role for our students and graduates to help employers combine new ideas and research into workable solutions that will increase and enhance jobs in our communities.

As we transform, rest assured that Mohawk will continue to make a significant social, cultural and economic contribution to Ontario and Canada.

MaryLynn West-Moynes President

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Prime Minister congratulates Mohawk It is with great pleasure that I extend my warmest personal greetings on the occasion of Mohawk College's 40th anniversary. I would like to offer my sincere congratulations to th e many students, alumni, researchers and fac ulty that have gathered to celebrate this important milestone.

For 40 years, Mohawk Co liege has offered its students an excellent teaching facility in which to Jearn, positioning itself as a leading institution of applied arts and technology in Canada. It has offered invaluable educational chaJienges to our nati on's yo ung people, while at the same time providing an environment that has encouraged students to contribute positively to Canadian society.

I know that this school's history will serve as an inspiration to th e generatio ns to come who are seeking to fulfill their educational goals.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, please accept my best wishes for a most enjoyable and memorable celebration, as well as every success in the years to come.

Sincerely,

The Right Honourable Stephen Harper, P.C. , M. P. Prime Minister of Canada

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A Personal Message from the Premier On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am delighted to congratulate Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology on the occasion of its 40th anniversary.

Our government is passionate about student success. That is why I applaud Mohawk for equipping students with the tools they need to succeed in school- and in life. For four decades, Mohawk has made a real difference in the lives of the many students who have passed through its doors. By giving them the skills and knowledge to fulfil their dreams, Mohawk is playing a vital role in building a better Ontario for present and future generations.

I would also like to commend the dedicated teachers, staff and administration of the college, who have been instrumental in ensuring its success and in honoming its mission to provide high-quality education. Take pride in knowing that your efforts have made Mohawk a place of excellence in the Ontario college system.

Please accept my best wishes for a memorable anniversary year and for many more years of excellence in higher education.

Dalton McGuinty Premier

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Honour Roll Thank you, Mohawk, and congratulations on 40 years of lessons well taught and gratefully learned.

DOFASCO

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A Message From Fred Eisenberger I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to this commemorative publication. Mohawk College has been an important part of Hamilton for the past 40 years with the beginning of operations dating back to 1947. From its humble formative years as the Provincial Institute of Textiles, Mohawk provided skills training for a then booming textile industry providing material for the war. In 1957, it became the Hamilton Institute of Technology and then Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology in 1967.

For four decades, the college has been growing in leaps and bounds, hosting both local and international students, increasing the number of programs, expanding its physical faci lities and updating its programs. With all of these achievements, I congratulate Mohawk College for being an active educational and training institute in the City of Hamilton for 50 years, and 60 years in postsecondary education. No mean feat at all.

Mohawk has always, and continues , to provide relevant and necessary people-power for our changing city. Part of the vision for the Next Hamilton is looking towards knowledge-based industries and research. Mohawk is a key player in providing the skilled workers to match our changing needs. At City Hall, we laud these achievements and will continue to provide the support necessary to help the growth of th is fine institution.

I wou ld also li ke to recogni ze Mohawk alumni. With more than 75,000 alumni- many of whom live and work in Greater Hamilton- Mohawk is making a significant contribution to the economic, social and cultural fabric of the City. Mohawk College will continue to build Hamilton and ensure we have a strong, talented workforce.

I wish Mohawk College a very Happy Anniversary and continued success moving fo rward.

Sincerely,

Fred Eisenberger, Mayor of Hamilton

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A Message From Mike Hancock As Mayor of the City of Brantford, it is my pleasure, on behalf of my Brantford City Council colleagues and the citizens of Brantford to extend our congratulations as yo u celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology.

I am pleased to convey my appreciation for your contributions towards the economic growth and prosperity of Brantford and Brant County for 37 years. We look forward to the next forty years, as we work together to realize the revitali zation plan generated this year. Revitali zation of Mohawk Brantford constitutes an important driver of successful social , cultural and economic deve lopment.

We wish all of the students and faculty members, both past and present a year of celebrations filled with warm reflections of the past and delightfu l anticipation for the future .

Sincerely,

Mike Hancock Mayor of Brantford

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Mohawk Brantford • New Revitali zation Plan will double enrolment over time • Coming soon: Advanced Design and Packaging Technologies Cenb·e • Expanding soon: Public Safety and Security Centre • Elgin Street and downtown Odeon campuses serve 900 plus full-time and apprenticeship students

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A Message From Cam Jackson On behalf of Burlington City Council, our best wishes and congratulations to Mohawk College as it celebrates its 40th Anniversary.

Well-known as one of Ontario's top colleges for its inspiring academic programs especially in health care and skilled trades, community leadership and exceptional staff, Mohawk is a community leader in our Region.

As a city committed to attracting strong employment opportunities and promoting diverse local employment choices for our residents and businesses, Mohawk's close proximity and utilization of Burlington businesses for student placements helps us promote Burlington as a city with a high quality of life and a strong economic advantage. We look to Mohawk College as a partner in our community's continued growth and success.

On a personal note, Mohawk served my needs as a businessman in the mid 70's when I received my FRI certification.

Again, our sincere best wishes to your staff, faculty, alumni and current students. You have much to celebrate.

Warmest wishes,

Cam Jackson Mayor of Burlington

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Mohawk Burlington Over 600 Mohawk full-time and apprenticeship students come from Burlington each fall , plus students in joint degree programs with McMaster o 296 Practical and Registered Nursing students are on clinical placements at Burlington 's Joseph Brant hospital o 15 Medical Radiation Science students and 103 Human Services students are on placements in Burlington o

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Governed by excellence Mohawk's Board of Governors represents a cross section of Golden Horseshoe business, industry, education, healthcare and community leaders including four internal Governors representing faculty, administration, support staff and students.

Mohawk is proud of the excellent leadership demonstrated by our Board of Governors, and for their individual and collective commitment to ensure students and learning are at the heart of all we do!

Al lan Greve, Chair

Bryan Adamczyk, Vice Chair

Heide Bell

Paven Bratch

Roberta Burke

Brenda Davis

Trent Jarvis

Sharon Lax

Janice Locke

Pat McKay

Brian Mullan

Brendan Ryan

Ty Shattuck

Debra Veldstra

MaryLynn West¡Moynes, President

60 Years of Building leadership in learning From PIT to HIT to Mohawk: Celebrating 40 years as a catalyst of economic growth and development

1947 - The Provincial Institute of Textiles (PIT) opens on Dundurn Street South in Hamilton to "provide service to persons already employed in the industry and to give specialized technical training to young people who planned to find their life vocation in the technical vocations of the industry."

1957 -The Ontario Department of Education announces plans to establish technical institutes. The Hamilton Institute of Technology evolves from PIT offering courses in texti les, electrical, electronics and mechanical technology. The first class of 104 students attend HIT at 196 Wentwmth St. Nmth in Hamilton.

1965 - Ontario Education Minister, and later Premier, William G. Davis, introduces Bill 153- the Department of Education Amendment Act that provides legislation for establishing and operating a province-wide system of Colleges of Applied Alts and Technology. The Hamilton region, including Brant, Wentwmth and part of Haldimand-Norfolk, becomes home to one of 20 new colleges.

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1966 - The college's Boar¡d of Governors holds their inaugural meeting Sept. 28 and chooses Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology in tribute to the region 's First Nations history.

1967 -The first class of 220 students attends Mohawk College at a leased facility on Dundurn Street South.

1968 - Construction begins at the Fennell Campus, located on 66 acres of former farmland that served patients from the neighbouring Hamilton Psychiatric Hospital. Enrolment grows to 1,900 full time students, 2,000 continuing education students, and 150 staff.

Award Winning achievements Mohawk's commitment to academic excellence is reflected in the achievements and contributions of award-winning students, graduates, faculty and staff. Some highlights for 2007 inc! ude: • Medical Radiation Sciences professor Maika Glasner, whose research into the ethica l

• Graphic Design Production student Sarah Pomfrey, who won a 2007 Italian Packaging Technology Award for her "Sustainable Packaging and Renewable Resources" research

says Lourenco, who credits Mohawk for

paper. Pomfrey was the only Canadian and one

developing hi s problem-solving and trouble-

of eight Nmth American students to receive the award, which included a two-week tour ofltaly.

shooting skill s.

A graduate from Mohawk's Construction Engineering program, Lourenco also earned

implications of prenatal testing received the Bracco Diagnostic Research Award from the

ational Carpentry Drywall and Millwright Apprenticeship Contest. "The win caught me by surpri se but it was a very positive experience,"

• Engineering Technology professor Cindy

Society of Diagnostic Medi cal Sonographers.

Mehlenbacher who received an Outstanding

his Residenti al Design and Construction Certifi cate and Architectural Engineering Technol-

In 2006, Medical Radiation Sciences profes-

Educator Award from the Ontario Associa-

ogy diploma from the college. The learning

sor Ted Scott received the same award , as

tion of Certified Engineering Technicians

continues for Lourenco, who's completing hi s

well as the society's graduate research award.

and Technologists for her contributions to

certifications from the Ontario Association of

the training and education of engineering and

Engineering Technicians and Technologists and

applied science technicians and technologists

the Canadian Construction Association 's Gold

Amy Rohr who, as students in Mohawk's

and for in spiring college, high school and

Seal Program.

Graphic Design Producti on program, earned

elementary school students to pursue careers

first place in the North American Packaging

in science and technology.

• Visan Chao, Carolyn Hunter and

• Another collaborative partnership between Mohawk and McMaster was recogni zed

Association 's 2007 Student Design Case Study and Competition, edging out sil ver and bronze

• Vice President, Academic Rosemary Knechtel,

last year by th e Yves Landry Foundation.

medal teams from the University of Akron and

who was honoured with the Ontario Colleges

The Mohawk and McMaster Bachelor

Distinguished Service Award for a 36-year

of Technology Partnership received

career at Mohawk that included serving as faculty member, Department Coordinator and

the Foundation's 2006 Innovative Manufacturing Technology Program Award:

and CEO ofToday's Family - Early Learning

Teaching Master, Program Chair, Dean and

University Level.

and Child Care Marni Flaherty, who received

Executive Dean. Knechtel was also one of the

the Pratt Institute in New York City.

• Mohawk Early Childhood Education graduate

an Ontario Premier's Award fo r College Gradu-

dri ving forces behind the Mohawk-McMaster

ates for her leadership both regionally and

Institute for Applied Health Sciences, the

provincially in championing, advocating and

first facility in Canada to combine college

serving the needs of famili es and children.

and university health educati on and research programs. She has also been instrumental in

• Adverti sing professor Catharine Ozols who

developing partnerships with many members of

was nominated by students and received an in-

the health and medical communities, including

augural Leadership in Faculty Teaching (LIFT)

Hami lton Health Sciences, St. Joseph 's Health

award created by the Province of Ontario to

Care System, and the Brant Community Health

recogni ze and encourage teaching excellence at

Care System.

Ontario's colleges and uni versiti es.

• Adam McCiare, Cassandra Withey, and • Tanis Darling who received the Stude nt Presentation Award from the Canadian Society

Lisa Labreche who, in their third year with Mohawk's Advertising program , won gold

of Di agnosti c Medical Sonographers while in

in the Student Award: Marketing category

her fin al year of the Medical Radi ation Sci-

at the Canadi an Marketing Association 's

ences Mohawk College - McMaster Uni ver-

annual awards gal a. The trio also received

sity Collaborative Ontario Col lege Advanced

the Coll ege Gold Medal - Mohawk' s highest

Di ploma I B.Sc. Degree Program.

academic award - during their Spring 2007 Convocati on ceremony.

• Broadcasting Telev ision professor AI Ladner who received the Hamilton Spectator Pub-

• Ted Lourenco is the construction indu stry's

lisher's Award for Education during the 2007

answer to Canadian Idol winner Brian Melo.

Industry Education Council annual breakfast fo r hi s commjtment to mentoring students,

Lourenco, a Mohawk graduate, was Canada's top carpentry apprentice in 2006 and the first

forging industry partnerships and bringing

Hamiltonian to claim the nati onal title in 15

leading-edge technology into the program.

years. Lourenco wo n the title at last fall 's

NURSING ACCREDITATION A program that combines the best of college and university nursing education has earned the highest level of accreditation possible from the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN).

The Collaborative Nursing Degree Program offered by McMaster University, Mohawk College and Conestoga Col lege has earned a seven-year accreditation following an extensive review that evaluated the program's strengths and areas for improvement.

"We're just delighted," says Mary Guise, Mohawk College's Associate Dean of the BScN program. "The seven-year accreditation speaks to the strength of our program and validates that together we're better than the sum of our parts."

First offered in 2001, the program currently has almost 1,500 students and a 100 percent graduate employment rate.

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Mohawk builds our economy Mohawk remains dedicated to providing well-educated graduates who contribute to the social, cultural and economic development of the communities we serve, and benefits annually from the input of over 600 business and industry representatives on Program Advisory Committees. Among multiple other drivers, currently six factors inform Mohawk's response to economic challenges: • regional population is expected to grow by as much as 30 percent over the next two decades, • future population growth is anticipated to come mostly from immigration, • fully 34 percent of jobs by 2015 will require a college education, • transportation and transit are municipal, provincial and federal priorities, • Ontario will be short 100,000 skilled trades workers and apprentices by 2020, and • the current economic impetus requires a prosperity agenda.

Engineering Technology: STARRT Institute The $21 million Mohawk STARRT Institute (Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship Research, Resources and Training), now under construction, will transform the Stoney Creek Campus. STARRT represents a strategic advantage for regional competitiveness, providing qualified, professional workers to support industry expansion and maintain our regional position as Ontario 's number one location for business.

Business: Insurance & Financial Services Mohawk will enhance the Fennell School of Business through creation of Insurance and Financial Services Centres, designed to contribute to the new regional emphases on providing services aligned to future economic development priorities. A cluster of programs in insurance and financial services responds to industry growth and to anticipated labour shortages due to retirements. Both Centres will partner with industry to generate greater numbers of highly educated and motivated professionals.

Public Safety & Security Advanced Design & Packaging Technologies Mohawk is currently finalizing plans to enhance the Brantford Campus with an emphasis on two Centres of Excellence.

The Advanced Design and Packaging Technologies Centre and the Public Safety and Security Centre, plus expanded program offerings in other disciplines, will enable Mohawk to respond to extraordinary growth in business and industry in Brantford.

Between 1992 and 2006, a total of 194 new manufacturing companies invested in over 6.5 million square feet of business space and employed over 4,600 staff. Mohawk clearly has a role to play in growing with Brantford.

Health Sciences and Human Services Two general public surveys reveal that, in addition to Engineering Technology and Apprenticeship, Mohawk is most well known for Nursing and Medical Radiation Sciences degree programs offered in collaboration wi th McMaster University.

Mohawk's contribution to social and economic development remains at the forefront of future plans, including the addition of MRI training at the Mohawk-McMaster Institute for Applied Health Sciences.

Projected Job Openings by Education in Canada 2006-2015 Total Job Openings, Canada 2006-2015 (New Job Creation plus Retirements) less than high school

managem ent occupations • According to the most comprehensive projections of future job openings currently availa ble * , over the decade from 2006 to 2015, there will be 5.5 million job openings ** in Canada university degree

high school and/or occupation-specific training

Total PSE/Mgmt

= 66%

• Two thirds of these (3.6 million jobs) will be in occupations requiring postseconda ry education and in management • The highest rate of employment increase is projected for those with university-level education

college education or apprenticeship training Source: HRSDC, Looking Ahead: A 10-Year Outlook for the Canadian Labour Market (2006 -2 015), October 2006 (page 56) •

HRSDC (Canadian Occupational Projection System) 10-year outlook for the Canadian Labour Ma rket

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"Job openings " pertain to non-student employment- which excludes employment of young people who are employed whi le studying. Total job openings including jobs of students would be 5.7 million.

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Thursday, January 24, 2008 Michelangelo Banquet and Convention Centre Reception 5:30 p.m. I Dinner 6:30 p.m.

Tickets: $65.00 I Table: $500.00

CELEBRATING OUR GRADUATES and BUILDING LIFELONG RELATIONSHIPS

Mohawk Celebrates alumni of distinction Through the course of their careers, Mohawk graduates make a tremendous social and economic impact on the lives and cities that surround them. Mohawk annually celebrates the achievements and commitment of distinguished alumni, with one award winner chosen from each of the categories of Creative Arts and Design, Business, Community Service, Health Sciences, Technology and Recent Graduate. The Mohawk Alumni Association 2007 Alumni of Distinction set an impeccable standard of passion, dedication, creativity and d1ive, and reflect Mohawk's vision of inspiri ng learning, leadership and citizenship.

CREATIVE ARTS & DESIGN Scot Keith, Advertising, 1992 Scot Keith is the driving force behind some of Canada's most talked-about advertising campaigns. His work has garnered an astounding 150 awards in the past 16 years. As Vice President and General Manager of Lowe Roche, Scot handles such well-known clients as Audi , Nestle, Purina, Nokia and John son & Johnson. Hi s recent campai gn, "Relax , it's just a game", was designed to put the fun back into minor hockey and other youth sports. Scot's passion extends beyond his work, when he provides pro bono work for the Toronto Zoo and Hockey Canada.

HEALTH SCIENCES Ted Scott, Medical Imaging Technology, 1988 Post Diploma Medical Diagnostic Ultrasonography, 1994 Ted Scott achieves excellence as an awardwinning professor and researcher in the Mohawk-McMaster Medical Radiation Sciences Collaborative Advanced Diploma and Degree program. With extensive clinical experience and advanced knowledge in almost all areas of medical di agnostic ultrasound, Ted is regarded as a leader in his field. Ted has played a key role in securing corporate partners for the Mohawk-McMaster Institute for Applied Health Sciences Ultrasound Clinical Laboratory where students hone their skills and gain competitive advantage in the workplace.

Ted 's clinical research has earned North American honours, and his teaching abilities have been recognized with an excellence in education award. Ted also organizes Mohawk 's participation in the annual Terry Fox Run.

BUSINESS Len Falco, Business Administration, 1972 Len Falco is a Human Resources Specialist and Management Consultant, with four companies: LCM Associates, Ultimate Staffi ng, Centrex Human Resources, and Kaben Properties Limited. Len works with businesses to improve day-to-day operations in such diverse areas as pe1fonnance management, health and safety, and quality control. Committed to the rev itali zati on of Hamilton downtown, Len is immed iate Past President of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Vice-Chair of the Mayor's Phys ician Recruitment and Retention Task Force, newly appointed president of the hi storic Canadian Club of Hamilton, and volunteers extensively, including on the board of PATH Employment Services, which serves people with disabilities.

TECHNOLOGY Don MacVicar, Industrial Engineering Certificate, 1992 Don MacVicar was recognized as Hamilton 's 2006 Distinguished Citizen of the Year, and was awarded the Governor General 's Caring Canadi an Award and the YMCA Peace Medal with hi s wife Carole, all in honour of incredible commitment to community service. While working in Dofasco's Purchasing Department, and as a member of the company 's Emp loyee Donations Fund, Don founded the non-denominational Wentworth Street Mission and Inner City Outreach at St. David 's Presbyterian Church some 20 years ago. Programs include games and recreation , fundraising for summer camps and winter sports, and famil y-themed holiday events. In 2005, Don formed the Robert Land Community Association, which he continues to Chair, purchasing the former Robert Land School with help from public and private· sector contributors. A partnership with Mohawk students and staff provides a wide variety of projects to help rebuild community activities and spirit.

COMMUNITY SERVICE George Morasse, Recreation & Leism·e, 1970 George Morasse followed his 30 year career as Recreation Supervisor for the City of Hamilton, where he worked with youth fro m a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, trained the full spectrum of recreation staff and volunteered extensively in the community. Today, George serves on the Board of Directors ofToday's Family- Early Learning and Child Care, an organization that operates programs for over 2,000 children and their families. A former Board member with Crime Stoppers of Hamilton, George continues to volunteer as a reading tutor, coach and fundrai ser for a variety of not-for-profit organi zations, has a 2nd degree black belt, and remai ns involved in Old-Timer's Hockey. George is also currently a volunteer on the Mohawk Alumni Association Golf Classic Committee, preparing for the upcoming May 23rd event.

RECENT GRADUATE Ted Lourenco, Construction Management, 2004 Ted Lourenco is the first Hamiltonian in over 15 years to win honours as Canada's top Car-pentry Apprentice, having successfull y competed in the National Car-pentry Drywall & Mi llwright Apprenticeship Contest held in Hamilton at Carpenters Local 18. This followed a second place finish in the Provincial Cru-pentry and Acoustic & Drywall Apprenticeship Contest the previous year·. Ted graduated from the Construction Engineering progrrun in 1997, completed a Residential Design and Consu·uction Certifi cate via continuing education in 2002, and then returned to Mohawk's Architectural Engineering Technology and Construction Management Program . At the Eastern Construction Company Limited, Ted is rapidly moving up the ranks, and cun·ently working as a Project Engineer on a $65 million build for the Toronto Police Services and City of Toronto.

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After a thorough and thoughtful review of many very impressive and noteworthy candidates submitted by the Mohawk College Alumni Association and the local community, Mohawk College is proud and pleased to announce the chosen "Incredible 40 at 40" alumni for our 40th An niversa ry.

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1969

PETER VICANO, Architectural Technology

MIKE FARRELL, Communication Arts Fundraising leader, former President and CEO of the Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation; first recipient of the Fundraising Professional of the Year Award by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy Canada; coach and counsel for www.philanthropycoach .com

President and founder of Vicano Construction Limited, creating many high-profile "design-buildH projects including the new Mohawk-laurier

Brantford Odeon Centre, Adidas Head Office Toronto, Adidas Distribution Centre Brantford and Dofasco Automotive Components London and Brantford

1969

1973

NANCY HEDDLE, Medical Laboratory Technology Director, McMaster Transfusion Research Program, Transfusion Medicine; associate professor at McMaster University; researcher and author acknowledged by the New England Journal of Medicine; international award winner

GLENN GIBSON, Insurance Award-winning professional in the Insurance industry; CEO of the Americas for Crawford International; past Chair of the Board of Governors Insurance Institute of Canada; Chair of the Global Technical Services Board; author and international speaker

1977 JULIET HAMILTON, Nursing Lifelong supporter, mentor and practitioner of multicultural understanding and youth issues; former Professor and coordinator in the Mohawk Nursing and Practical Nursing programs; educator with the Intracoastal Health System in West Palm Beach, Florida

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1978

LEN SHARPE, Industrial Management Technology Former President of Westinghouse Canada and retired Plant Manager for Siemen's Westinghouse in North Carolina, a leader in the manufacturing of electric generators; member of the Canadian Militia, Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, and Manufacturers' Council

JOSEPH TRUSCOTT, Business Administration Owner of Joseph A. Truscott Chartered Accountants and Management Consultants with a staff of 10 professionals, providing a variety of specialized services for clients to maximize profits and minimize taxes

CONNIE SMITH,Broadcast Journalism Distinguished broadcaster and first female anchor of the Weekday News at CHCH TV; Hamilton and Halton "Woman of the Year"; Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal recipient; Ontario Association of Broadcasters Public Service Award winner

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1979

LEN FALCO, Business Administration Owner and operator of LCM Associates, providing temporary and permanent workers in the skilled trades, unskilled and administrative areas; operator of a property management company; former President of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce

PAUL STRATFORD, Physiotherapy Lifelong creator of new tools to enhance the physiotherapy profession nationally and internationally; award-winning pioneer in evidence-based physiotherapy practice; professor at McMaster University and Associate of Sunnybrook and Women's College Hospitals

RAYMOND SIMMONS, Electronics Engineering Technology Founder and transformer of CRS Robotics into an internationally-recognized automation provider to the life sciences industry; President of CableTest Systems, providing automated test solutions to aerospace, military, mass-transit and telecom manufacturers

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1976

1980

BRUCE PEARSON, Business Administration Chairman of Pearson¡Dunn Insurance Company, a full service brokerage providing insurance solutions to southern Ontario for more than 100 years; deserving recipient of the Mclaughlin Award as the Top Insurance Broker in Hamilton

TONY BATTAGLIA, Architectural Technician Committed and accomplished award winner in product design, innovation, building, sales and marketing; highly-respected professional and current President of TradePort International, a consortium which operates the John C. Munro International Airport in Hamilton

BRENDA FLAHERTY,Nursing Executive Vice President, Clinical Operations at Hamilton Health Sciences; Assistant Professor of Nursing at McMaster and Associate of Mohawk College

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1976

1980

THOMAS COCHREN, Business Administration Custom home builder and renovation contractor with his company, Thomas Cochren Homes; past President of the Hamilton-Halton Home Builders' Association, Ontario Home Builders' Association, and Canadian Home Builders' Association

AMOS KEY, Communication Arts Radio & Television Director of the First Nations Languages Department at the Woodland Cultural Centre in Brantford; a community leader now advising and crafting linguistic, social and public policy with several governments and public agencies

CARMINE DOMANICO, Electronics Engineering Technology President Crista I International; Principal of the Atticus team, a leader in Interim Management; international consultant designing a "people strategy" for Nortel Networks, a multinational high tech telecommunications corporation

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1976

1980

JOHN MARSHALL, Mechanical Drafting Technician Manager, Dofasco F. H. Sherman Recreation and Learning Centre; consultant for Pecos River Learning Centres advising international clients including Microsoft, CP Hotels, Ford, CP Air/British Airways, Walker Industries and the U.S. Postal Service; part-time faculty at McMaster

PATTI LEONARD, Social Service Worker Director of Neuroscience and Trauma for Hamilton Health Sciences and site administrator for Hamilton General; administrative and program leader in the acute and rehabilitation sectors including neurosurgery, strokes, trauma, burns, critical care and specialized ambulatory services

PETER RAKOCZY, Electrical Engineering Technology Microsoft Senior Practice Manager of the Canada-wide Division; Microsoft Senior Director of Enterprise Services in Canada; current General Manager of Worldwide Microsoft Consulting Services

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1992

KENDRA GREGSON, Child Care Worker Early Childhood Education Administrator, Affirmative Action Coordinator and Youth Consultant, dedicated to helping children get a good start in their lives; passionate peacekeeper and champion of international development in Argentina, Croatia, and Republic of Georgia

DON MACVICAR, Industrial Engineering, Continuing Education Hamilton's 2006 Citizen of the year, cofounder of the Inner City Outreach Ministry, and chair of the Robert Land Community Association, looking after the daily lives of his inner city neighbours and their kids

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1987

1992

MATT HAYES, Broadcasting - TV Communications Weathercaster for CHCH News and co-host of the #1 radio show in the area on K-Lite FM; winner of many accolades including Favourite TV and Radio Personality in the Hamilton Spectator Readers' Choice Awards

ANNETTE HAMM, Broadcast Journalism CHCH News reporter and co-host of Morning Live; proud mentor offering valuable advice to new graduates starting out in the Television industry; community supporter and volunteer

JASON MclEAN, Law & Security Administration Senior Policy Advisor for the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities; pioneer in Ontario as the first Chair of the "Association of Ontario Community College Alumni"

1981

1988

1992

DOUG HARRISON,Business Administration Chair of the Board, Livingston International Income Fund, one of Canada's largest customs brokerage and logistics companies; named one of the top 40 leaders in Canada under the age of 40

FRANK PETER, Architectural Technology Senior Building Official with the City of Hamilton Planning and Economic Development Department; Certified Building Code Official; prolific and award-winning wheelchair athlete in basketball and tennis including six Ontario championships and one national championship

BRANDY GOWLING, Small Business Management Recognized and praised humanitarian and entrepreneur; CEO/founder ofTake Control Cosmedix Inc., a camouflage therapy and prosthetic restoration company that changes the lives of people suffering from visible skin conditions or burns

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1992

MARNI FLAHERTY, Early Childhood Education Administrator of programs that provide specialized and essential services to thousands of children and families in Hamilton and Halton as CEO of the not-for-profit charitable organization Today's Family - Early Learning and Child Care

ANTHONY MICHELLI, Applied Music Recipient of the Grand Prix de Jazz General Motors-Festival International de Jazz de Montreal Award; mentor of young musicians at York University and Mohawk College; leader of music workshops, ensembles and festivals around the world

SCOT KEITH, Advertising Vice President and General Manager for Lowe Roche Advertising, top-ranked advertising agency with clients such as Audi, Nestle, Purina, Stella Artois, Nike Bauer and Hockey Canada; recipient of over 150 international and national creative awards

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1991

1996

TONY YOUNG, Television Broadcasting Known as Master T, former host and producer of DaMix, host and co-producer of Rap City; music producer developing Canadian talent; community supporter of youth issues, Urban Music Association of Canada (UMAC) Special Achievement Award Winner

BRIAN MULLAN, Business Administration Chief of Hamilton Police Service overseeing the operations of one of the largest major municipal law enforcement agencies in Ontario; recipient of the Governor General's Member of the Order of Merit and the Ontario Police Exemplary Service Medal

ADAM OLDFIELD, Radio Broadcasting Founder, owner, President and driving force behind FPM3 (Finger Print Marketing), with offices in Hamilton ON and Philadelphia PA, assisting clients, including several NASCAR drivers, with media strategies and events, creative and web design, and video production

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FRED EISENBERGER, Community Planning and Development Dedicated leader and supporter of local environment, conservation, and arts; head of the Hamilton Port Authority, collaborating to conduct energy conservation and water protection projects for all levels of government; current Mayor of Hamilton

SHERALI NAJAK, Television Broadcasting Highly-respected Senior Producer/Director for Hockey Night in Canada, the second youngest producer in the show's 51-year history; CBC Director for news and distinctive presentations including the Quebec Referendum and Nelson Mandela's "Release to Freedom" special

MICHAEL MORELLI, Marketing Recipient of the Globe and Mail "Top 30 under 30" by Ontario Hostelry Institute after making an immediate impact as Regional Marketing Manager for Boston Pizza International; lone GM product consultant for the launch of Onstar to Canadian consumers

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MICHAEL DESNOYERS, Computer Electronics Engineering Technology President and CEO of Etratech Enterprises in Burlington, leading a socially responsible, proudly Canadian and globally competitive company; innovative and creative leader with contagious vision and spirit

VANHBOULY KALONG, Information Systems Technician Courageous and resourceful owner and operator of highly-acclaimed My-Thai Restaurants in Hamilton, Brantford, Burlington and Ancaster with more locations planned; communi ty supporter and fundraiser; Thai refugee and proud Canadian

WADE CACHAGEE, Electrician, Construction & Maintenance Cofounder and President of CREE-TECH INC., the largest aboriginally-owned company in Canada specializing in Geographic Information Systems and forestry sectors at the local, provincial and federal levels; winner of the National Aboriginal Achievement Award

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• 10,000 full-time postsecondary students • 3,000 apprenticeship students • 300 international students • 5,000 adu lt learners

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• 92% believe that a college education creates a good foundation for futu re learning

• 82% believe that a co llege education develops their ability to think critically

• 90% bel ieve that college graduates have a better chance for a good job

• 54% are 21 years or older, with 23% more than 25 years old

• 84% are at Mohawk to obtain knowledge & skills for future occupations

• 18% do not have English as their first language

• 77 % are attending Mohawk for the first time

• 22% were not born in Canada

• 29% are direct entry from high school, 36% from work, 14% from college, 6% from university and 30% have been out of school for 5 years or more

• 86.3% arrive with high school graduation averages over 70% (20.8% with 70% to 74.9%, 26. 1% with 75% to 79.9%, 22.2% with 80% to 84.9%, 17.2% with 85% plus)

Partnerships Create jobs for students What started as a way to help Mohawk students sharpen their interviewing skills has turned into a major recruitment event for employers. Julie Ryan, coordinator of Mohawk's Insurance program, originally intended to give students a night of mock interviews with real employers asking real questions . But then employers started putting real job offers on the table. Today, industry leaders take part in the annual event where job opportunities routinely exceed the number of students.

Peter Olynyk, a professor with Mohawk's School of Engineering Technology, organizes a similar event so technology students can connect with recent alumni and employers in need of highly skilled graduates. Nearly 300 students took part this year, meeting with graduates in senior management positions in companies from across Canada and wanting to hire students for well-paying engineering and technology careers. The events reflect Mohawk's commitment to forging strong corporate partnerships and creating win-win solutions for employers and students.

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BURSARIES MAKE COllEGE AFFORDABlE With education as the great equalizer, Mohawk bursaries help level the playing field for students from all income levels.

Mohawk provides over $6 million in financial assistance to students each year through scholarships, bursaries and campus work-study opportunities, in addition to assistance provided through loans.

Bursaries for students demonstrating financial need put a college education within reach of young people, who often must balance working, famil ies and study. As Canada's skilled labour shortage looms larger, Mohawk bursaries will generate skil led graduates who wi ll be a strategic asset in attracting business to the Greater Golden Horseshoe, and critica l to powering Ontario's growth.

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One of Mohawk's latest corporate partnerships is with Storeimage, a 100-year-old Canadian company and one of North America's leading retail solutions providers for strategy and design, product solutions, project management, single source production, logistics and warehousing. A formal partnership agreement between Storeimage and Mohawk leverages the strengths of both organizations in areas such as corporate training, applied innovation, program advisory committee participation, equipment contributions and suppo1t for student scholarships and bursaries.

By working together, business and industry partners are addressing workforce development and training needs while Mohawk provides students with the skills and experience to graduate into rewarding careers.

"Mohawk is in the business of graduating students who will get the job done," says Mohawk president MaryLynn West-Moynes.

"Through strategic partnerships with business and industry, Mohawk is helping to serve as a catalyst for economic growth that creates prosperity for companies and employment for our graduates."

Mohawk, Horizon have bright idea Small changes are adding up to big savings for Mohawk College.

More than 8,600 florescent lights at Mohawk's Fennell Campus were replaced during the summer with more efficient and brighter lights. Not only did the conversion earn Mohawk a $50,000 powerWISE incentive from Horizon Utilities, but the college also reduced its energy demand by 99,000 kWh in the first three months and saved $12,000 in electricity costs. Mohawk is projecting annual savings of $82,000.

"Every dollar we save on our electricity bill is a dollar we can reinvest in our students," says President MaryLynn West-Moynes.

Thanks to the Ontario Trust for Student Support, Mohawk is building its endowments for bursaries, as the OTSS program matches contributions dollar for dollar. With matching, a gift of $12,500 or more will grow to $25,000 immediately, providing a donor the opportunity to endow a named bursary and honour an individual or organization. As a resu lt, Mohawk wi ll be able to award approximately $1,000 a year in perpetuity. Mohawk seeks to add $2.0 million to be matched to bring the total bursary program endowment to over $10 million.

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Mohawk STARRT transforms Stoney Creek Mohawk's Stoney Creek campus in Hamilton on Barton Street, close to the QEW transportation corridor linking the Golden Horseshoe to United States markets, is undergoing major change.

Construction will transform the campus into the Mohawk STARRT Institute by 2008. Dynamic new facilities for Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship Research, Resources and Training will enable Mohawk to grow enrolment in skilled trades programs by 74 percent to 870 students, and in apprenticeship programs by 29 percent to 3,421 students.

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce in 2006 projected a shortage of 100,000 jobs in trades and apprenticeship professions over the next 15 years, while the ConferenceBoard of Canada projects a shortage of one million workers by 2020, due in large measure to retirements and our changing economy. More graduates means more workers to fill anticipated shortages, as Mohawk builds STARRT in response to the economic imperative.

A new ' west wing' facing Barton will include automation, energy, machine and instrumentation labs, and is scheduled to open first. The 'east wing' includes an Awareness Resources Centre to encourage parents and students to choose skilled trades and apprenticeship professions, and the Dofasco Enterprise Training and Research Centre, thanks to a $1 million contribution from Hamilton 's major steel company. The Awareness

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The Gerald Marshall Truck and Coach Centre, to be built separately, will enable Mohawk to contribute more graduates to meet the demands of the rapidly expanding transportation industry. Rounding out the transformation are renovations to create new staff offices, classrooms, and student services facilities.

The Mohawk STARRT Institute project represents a $21 million investment in student futures. Diamond & Schmidt are the architects creating the new image for skilled trades and apprenticeship, and Atlas Construction are leading the overall management of the project.

To date, Ontario has contributed $8.7 million and the City of Hamilton $1.5 million through the Hamilton Future Fund, Dofasco has pledged $1.0 million, and Marshall Truck and Trailer Repair and the family of the late Gerald Marshall have pledged $1.2 million. Mohawk will invest from its reserves and continues to seek additional public and private sector support. The return on this investment to our regional economy will be most forceful when new graduates begin working and earning great salaries.

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(Power Engineering Techniques, Utilities Systems Operator, Gas & Oil Burner Technician, Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Technician, and Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning)

Electrical

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(Electrical Engineering Technician-Power, Electronics Engineering Technician, Instrumentation Engineering TechnicianIndustrial)

Construction

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(Construction Engineering Technician, Industrial Woodworking Techniques, Renovation Technician)

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APPRENTICESHIP Industrial

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(Fitter Structural Steel, General Machinist, Industrial Electrician, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), Steamfitter, Tool & Die Maker, Welding)

Motive Power

980

(Autobody & Collision Damage Repairer, Automotive Service Technician, Truck and Coach Technician, Truck Trailer Service Technician)

Construction

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(Carpenter, Electrician, Plumber, Roofer, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker)

TOTAL APPRENTICESHIP

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Mohawk Invests In insurance & financial services centres Mohawk will renovate a full floor of one wing at the Fennell Avenue Campus to create two Centres of Excellence in Insurance and Financial Services, linked by an Interchange that provides opportunities for students to exchange ideas with mentors from business and industry.

The dream to create a Centre of Excellence for Insurance Services began over fifteen years ago, with industry representatives working closely with Mohawk. At that time, leadership provided by members of the Insurance Program Advisory Corrunittee helped Mohawk launch a fundraising initiative that will endow $200,000 with interest towards new facilities. Part of those funds enabled the College to develop the first phase of the Centre, an Insurance Resources Centre, now in place for several years. From these two initiatives, Mohawk has drawn detailed plans (see below) that will result in facilities for both Insurance and Financial Services.

Mohawk estimates a $3 to $4 million investment will be required to renovate the wing in its entirety, and is actively fundraising for support.

Local Hamilton business leader and insurance broker Dan Lawrie recently announced a personal donation of $125,000 to create the Dan Lawrie Insurance Learning Centre, as part of the 25th anniversary celebration for Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers.

The firm ranks among the top five percent of privately owned insurance brokerages in Canada, and employs more than 80 staff who serve more than 12,000 clients. Approximately 25 percent of the staff in the firm 's property and casualty division are graduates of Mohawk's two-year Insurance program. Dan Lawrie's son

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Bob, the firm 's Vice President, also presented Mohawk with a $12,500 donation to be matched by the Ontario Trust for Student Support program to create a $25,000 endowment, generating an annual bursary for program students in financial need.

Mohawk looks forward to the creation of these two Centres of Excellence, which will actively promote both industries and motivate students from across the country to discover their career potential in these fields. Currently, the average starting salary for a Mohawk insurance graduate is over $30,000 - rising to $50,000 after three years - one of the highest for recent college graduates. As Canada's preeminent centre for education and training of industry professionals, Mohawk will be the premier destination for students seeking the best opportunity to secure a successful future.

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Hamilton Health Sciences and Mohawk College share a commitment to building a healthier future for our community by providing tomorrow's caregivers with an educational experience that is second to none. On behalf of our patients, staff, phys icians and vo lunteers, we congratulate Mohawk on 40 years of leadership in learning.

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Hamilton's rich cultural diversity is reflected within the halls of Mohawk College. Of Mohawk's 10,000 full-time students, 22 per cent were born outside of Canada and 18 per cent speak English as their second language.

Mohawk is also the college of choice for over 300 international students from dozens of countries.

"Our students bring great diversity, unique life experiences and global perspectives that enrich the learning experience for everyone at Mohawk," says President Mary Lynn West-Moynes.

In partnership with Hamilton's Settlement and Integration Services Organization (SISO) and other cOirununity leaders, Mohawk is helping newcomers start over and stand out in Hamilton with unique programs and customized services .

Bridging for Internationally Educated Professionals An innovative certificate program at Mohawk College is helping foreign trained nurses put their talents to work for Hamilton and area hospitals. Graduates from the program gain the education and experience needed to register with the College of Nurses of Ontario and work in the province. With immigrants expected to soon account for all Hamilton 's future population growth, solutions such as the Bridging for Internationally Educated Nurses program will play a pivotal role in helping everyone contribute to their full potential and drive economic growth and prosperity.

In partnership with Settlement and Integration Services Organization (SISO), McMaster University, Professional Engineers Ontario and the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT), Mohawk is offering five courses to assist individuals with international engineering backgrounds to re-enter their profession and gain employment.

The courses include Applied Workplace Terminology for Engineers, Professional Communication for Engineers, Engineering Standards, Codes and Regulations, Engineering Software Technology and Health & Safety For Foreign Trained Engineers.

The Ministry of Health and Long Term Care has designated Mohawk as Ontario's Aboriginal Nursing Hub of Excellence.

Mohawk faculty and staff work with nursing schools and aboriginal leaders throughout Ontario to showcase strategies for promoting aboriginal nursing, recruiting and retaining students and preparing nurses to practice in First Nations communities.

Mohawk was the first college to introduce a two-year Practical Nursing with Aboriginal Communities diploma program in partnership with Six Nations Polytechnic in Ohsweken and Mohawk is the college of choice for more than 300 Aboriginal students. The Ministry of Health and Long Term Care established hubs of excellence in priority areas to address the government's health care commitments and position specific nursing schools as leaders in those priority areas . Mohawk is the college of choice for more than 300 Aboriginal students "who benefit from facilitated admissions."

Steeltown Friends of Mohawk Music When jazz greats take centre stage in Hamilton every year before sold-out audiences, the Steeltown Friends of Mohawk Music are standing in the wings.

The group was formed seven years ago to support Mohawk's acclaimed Music program. Steel town Friends of Mohawk Music host annual jazz concerts that have raised more than $200,000 for full-tuition scholarships, new instruments and master classes where jazz greats play alongside students and faculty.

Among the jazz artists who have performed in Hamilton are Renee Rosnes and Bill Charlap, Guido Basso, Phil Nimmons, Ranee Lee, Bob Brookmeyer, Kenny Wheeler, Norma Winstone and Rob McConnell .

The impact of the group 's work on behalf of Mohawk students will now extend to Boston and The Berklee School of Music through an official articulation agreement that allows qualified Mohawk diploma graduates to enrol in the third year of Berklee's four-year degree program.

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Community Training Solutions iiwut irvyourrelf ACADEMIC PREPARATION PROGRAMS Tuition,free programs provide participants with the opportunity to upgrade their academic skills to reach their personal goals of employment or further education or training.

Academic Upgrading Streams offer adult learn ers: • A personal academic assessment • An individualized "Learning Plan" • Self,paced and goal,oriented learning • A learner centred teaching approach • Flexible hours and continuous intake • Financial assistance for day care and/or travel expenses

EMPlOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRE FREE Walk-in services include: • Internet Access • Printing, Faxing • Job Postings • Postsecondary Resources • Career Exploration Resources

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NEW WORK TRANSITION INCENTIVE PROGRAM A financial incentive is available to encourage individuals who are recently unemployed to rNnter the workforce quickly.

Consider the New Work Transition Incentive if you: • have been unemployed 4 months or less • are a resident of Ontario • have been working in Hamilton 2 years or more in a single occupation or sector • are considering a lower,paying job or a career change in order to return to work quickly For more information and to find out if you qualify call: 905-575-2394.

The Deaf Empowerment Program is an academic upgrading program for deaf adults and provides instruction in math, reading, writing, basic computer and employability skills. DEP is taught in ASL by deaf instructors. For information call: 905-575,2029.

PRE-APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS Full time programs in designated skilled trades areas designed for those interested in securing apprenticeships. Program offerings are subject to MTCU approval and labour market demand.

JOB CONNECT The Job Connect Program provides youth, adults and internationally trained individuals, who are out of school or training and out of work, with the opportunity to gain the skills and knowledge needed to find and keep a job.

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Mohawk Builds citizenship Mohawk is both a catalyst for economic development in the Golden Horseshoe region, and a key driver of social wellbeing.

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"Mohawk is committed to helping make Hamilton the best place to raise a child," says President MaryLynn West-Moynes, who serves on the Foundation's Board of Directors. "The Keith Neighbourhood has given Mohawk and our students an incredible opportunity to bring to life our vision of 'Inspiring Learning, Leadership and Citizenship' in a very real and meaningful way."

United Way Mohawk has nearly doubled its contributions to the United Way of Burlington and Greater Hamilton during the past three years. In 2004, Mohawk students and staff donated $28,000 to the United Way. In 2005, Mohawk contributed $42,000 and last year raised more than $54,000. Mohawk Professor and OPSEU Local 240 President Fred Deys will repeat his role as Mohawk's loaned associate to support the United Way's 2007 campaign.

And, Mohawk President MaryLynn West-Moynes is the Education Committee Chair for the United Way's 2007 campaign.

Helping students succeed Active Citizenship Mohawk became the first college in Ontario to introduce a mandatory active citizenship course for all full-time students in 2005.

Mohawk introduced the program in response to employer demands for graduates with more than just excellent technical skills. "Employers told us they're looking for graduates with strong communication skills and leadership potential," says President Mary Lynn West-Moynes. "The course helps students develop and demonstrate those skills."

Along with learning about their rights and responsibilities as engaged citizens, students complete community destination projects to experience active citizenship in action. As well, students are invited every year to attend an official Citizenship Swearing-In Ceremony and Reception at the college. "The ceremony drives home in a very powerful way what students are learning about active citizenship and reminds all of us how truly fortunate we are to live in Canada," says West-Moynes.

Mohawk is one of three colleges involved in a national research project to help at-risk students graduate to success.

Together with Confederation and Seneca Colleges, Mohawk is part of a 2-year, $9 million Foundations for Success research project led by the Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation.

The project, which is the largest national college research initiative ever undertaken, will study the impact of peer mentoring, career counselling and financial assistant on graduation rates.

In addition to taking part in the research project, Mohawk already offers students more than $6.7 million in financial assistance, has a designated team of Student Success Advisors and produces customized learning plans to meet the needs of all incoming students. As well, Mohawk offers all graduates facilitated pathways to 11 Canadian, American and Australian universities thanks to over 100 articulation agreements.

Community engagement A partnership with a North Hamilton community group has created unique learning, leadership and citizenship opportunities for Mohawk students.

Last fall , the Robert Land Community Association invited Mohawk to help transform a former inner city school into a much-needed community centre for 1,100 families living in the Keith Neighbourhood. Students put their heads, hands and hearts to work through field placements, class projects and volunteering their own time and talents. The partnership aligns with Mohawk's support and participation on the Hamilton Roundtable for Poverty Reduction and Hamilton Community Foundation .

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Campus Life Builds student spirit Mohawk students benefit from services and activities on campus that help to create genuine student spirit. With a residence at the Fennell campus for over 340 students, and neighbourhood rental housing in the immediate vicinity of each campus, Mohawk remains largely a commuter campus, however, many students enjoy participating in sports, clubs, and campus activities.

With staff and students at all Mohawk campuses, the Student Life team provides information and services to help enhance the college experience for all students. In close collaboration with student governments, the team offers Weeks of Welcome at the beginning of each semester, publishes an annual On Trak student handbook, coordinates the campus student employment and ID card programs, offers an inter-campus shuttle bus service between Brantford, Stoney Creek and Fennell campuses, and hosts a wide range of activities throughout the year to create a dynamic and eventful campus environment. In 2007, Student Life collaborated with the Art Gallery of Hamilton to provide free admission to AGH ticketed events when full-time student ID cards are presented.

The Mohawk Students' Association (MSA), governed by a student elected Board of Directors, represents the full-time students, and offers many services. Common hour concerts and performances, Wednesday evening pub nights, clubs and food services are all central to life, and the MSA publishes the weekly newspaper, The Satellite, and produces the award winning Cl01.5 FM Radio. Students also benefit from free legal advice and debt counseling, mandatory health insurance that covers 80 percent of prescriptions, emergency loans, and mouse/calculator/lab coat/

safety glass/headphone loans. The MSA sponsors a food bank, Food Share, and Peer Tutoring. Grad photos, used book sales, and help with appeals and job searches round out a host of studentoriented activities. The MSA also gives back to the regional community, and currently is actively supporting City Kidz, collecting toys for gifting over the holiday season and providing ongoing fundraising support for their programs.

The Mohawk College Association of Continuing Education Students (MCACES) is the only student association for continuing education students in the Ontario college system. Governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, MCACES coordinates services and information for adult students attending Mohawk evenings and weekends. MCACES also is responsible for the Walk Smart after hours campus safety program, and offers Peer Tutoring for Continuing Education students. Seminars assisting with study skills and job preparation are increasingly popular.

Athletic facilities at Mohawk include a gymnasium consisting of two intramural basketball and volleyball courts, six badminton courts, a fitness centre area consisting of free weights and a residence fitness centre. The Mohawk's Students' Athletic Committee (SAC), a student-run group funded by the MSA, provides leadership for a wide variety of recreation and sports programs. Mohawk is celebrating its 40th year of Ontario College Athletic Association (OCAA) competitions this season, and the college Mountaineers have earned 397 team and individual medals in OCAA championships. Mohawk competes on the varsity level in eight league sports: Men's and Women's Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball, Men's Rugby, Women's Fastball, and Badminton, Cross Country Skiing and Curling.

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Mohawk homecoming album THANKS TO MOHAWK COLLEGE BOARD CHAIRS, BOARD MEMBERS AND PRESIDENTS FOR 40 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP

CHAIRS, BOARD OF GOVERNORS Allan Greve

September 2007 to present

Gary Beveridge

September 2006 to August 2007

Bronko Jazvac

September 2005 to August 2006

Rick Sterne

September 2003 to August 2005

Tom Atterton

September 2002 to August 2003

Linda Brown

April 2001 to August 2002

Bob Peeling

September 2000 to April 2001

Jim Bethune

September 1998 to August 2000

Olga Delvecchio

September 1997 to August 1998

Glenn Hill

September1996 to August 1997

Ted lwanek

September1995 to August 1996

Robert Lees

September 1994 to August 1995

Bruce Hodgson

September 1992 to August 1994

Phyllis Montgomery

January 1991 to August 1992

Robert Kennedy

January 1990 to December 1990

Charles Munro

January 1988 to December 1989

Peter Dawson

January 1986 to December 1987

Patricia Nelles

January 1984 to December 1985

Earl W. Scarrow

January 1981 to December 1983

Stephen M. Fletcher

January 1978 to December 1980

Dr. James D. Galloway January 1976 to December 1977 John H. Moore

January 1974 to December 1975

Hewitt L. Waterous

May 1972 to December 1973

James G. Smith

January 1971 to April 1972

Judge William K. Warrender September 1966 to December 1970

PRESIDENTS Ms. MaryLynn West-Moynes Mr. Cal W. Haddad Ms. Catherine L. Rellinger Dr. Keith L. Mcintyre Dr. Samuel Mitminger Mr. John W. Hazelton

December 2003 to present 2001 to 2003 1997 to 2001 1981to1997 1971 to 198 1 1966 to 1971

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