Annual Report 2015/Faculty of Management Co-operative Education

ANNUAL REPORT 2015 Faculty of Management

CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION

INTRODUCTION CONTENTS Message from the Co-op Coordinators

4-5

Message from the Executive Director, Student Affairs

6

Message from the Manager, Co-operative Education

7

Message from the Dean, Faculty of Management

8

Current Student Experiences 9

Program Facts & Figures

10-13

Co-op Student of the Year

14

Graduate Profile

15

2015 Co-op Employer Partners

16-17

The Co-operative Education Department, on behalf of the Vancouver Island University Faculty of Management, is pleased to present the 2015 Co-operative Education Annual Report. The aim of this report is to highlight the success of students and alumni of the Hospitality Management and Recreation and Tourism Management degree programs at VIU. This report summarizes the data and activities of the Co-operative Education program at VIU, as well as brings to light some of the individual success stories of employers who work with VIU co-op students, and alumni who have completed their schooling and are doing great things in their careers.

The report is intended to be beneficial in representing our institution to employers, current students, prospective students and their families.

What is Co-operative Education?

Co-operative education (co-op) is strategic full-time employment completed by students that focuses on their area of study. Co-op enhances classroom theory by integrating hands-on work experience, which heightens students learning and creates a more employable graduate. Some of the advantages of co-op for students include feedback from employers on work performance, practice and reinforcement of professional skills, the chance to build a professional network, and ongoing mentorship.

Faculty of Management co-op students are employed in paid work term positions which help to offset the expense of their education. Co-operative Education is also an opportunity for partnership between education and businesses in the public and private sector who want to share their enthusiasm and experience and employ knowledgeable students who have chosen to study in their industry.

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 3

MESSAGE FROM THE COORDINATOR—Hospitality Management This past year has seen significant growth in the Hospitality Management program, with an increase in our enrollment numbers. More and more students are choosing to begin their educational and career journey within the field of Hospitality Management, which bodes well for them and the ever expanding opportunities we are experiencing in the hospitality industry.

I’m pleased to share that VIU students who participate in the Faculty of Management’s Co-operative Education programs now have something in common – they’re all taking part in programs accredited by the Association for Co-operative Education (ACE), after VIU’s Faculty of Management Co-operative Education programs were awarded accreditation in April of 2015.

ACE is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote Co-operative Education to students, employers, and key stakeholders; provide high quality professional development for members, and maintain a leadership role provincially, nationally and internationally in the field of Co-operative Education and other forms of experiential learning. Accreditation is awarded to institutions that demonstrate an institutional commitment to co-operative education as well as an established assessment model. Twenty one B.C. post-secondary institutions are active members of ACE, which was formed in 1973 and strives to foster and advance post-secondary co-operative education in B.C. Special acknowledgement needs to go to Jim Ketelsen, Manager of Co-operative Education who provided significant leadership to the accreditation process. Jim’s knowledge, historical perspective and extensive expertise were instrumental in VIU being awarded the designation.

The university’s mission is to break the “no experience without a job, no job without experience” cycle by expanding experiential learning opportunities to every VIU program. Co-operative Education at VIU is aligned both with the institutions goal of student learning, engagement and success and also with the BC governments strategic goals of students having opportunities to participate in experiential learning options. As experiential learning continues to grow at VIU, Co-op can be proud to serve as a successful model for new experiential learning development.

I am proud to contribute to the university’s and provinces strategic development initiatives and more importantly, I am proud to play a small part in the learning and development of our future leaders. I believe in the power of experiential learning as it supports students to explore interests, aptitudes, and values while increasing retention, completion and transition opportunities for VIU learners.

Lynda Robinson

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 4

MESSAGE FROM THE COORDINATOR—Tourism Studies & Recreation Management “In the end, it is important to remember that we cannot become what we need to be, by remaining what we are.” Max DePree, Leadership Is an Art. The transformation this quote epitomises occurs in learners through VIU co-op work experiences. This past summer I have had the honour and joy of supporting, coaching and evaluating VIU Tourism and Recreation learners through their Co-op experiences. It is exhilarating as an educator to see what they have learned about themselves, about coworkers, about organizations, and about employment opportunities within their chosen educational/career path. These learners have represented themselves and VIU in Canadian and international communities well, they applied their academic knowledge in tangible ways that contribute to success, and have transformed themselves through the diverse and sometimes challenging co-op experiences. Through these intentional, active and synergetic experiences, learners practice and apply theories gleaned from class, they reflect upon the experience, which further empowers them to test the theoretical knowledge in multiple setting in and outside the classroom. To state it simply, students do indeed learn by doing.

Not only are the learners gaining tangible learning experience through the Co-op, they are also contributing to the organizations, community partners, and clients. While a specific situation this quote illustrates the sentiment of many employers for VIU co-op learners, “I can only hope the student returns and applies for the Camp coordinator role next year. They are always on time, assisting when and where needed and takes initiative to learn all the kids’ names, and they got to know all the parents/caregivers throughout the summer as well.”

I am honoured by the contributions, skill and attitudes of our VIU co-op learners. Not only do I think they are exceptional, they are proving it.

In closing, co-op as a method of experiential learning intends to transform learners, and it appears that VIU co-op learners are not only transforming themselves but they are also influencing, and transforming supervisors, organizations, communities and clients.

W. Brook Pearce

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 5

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, STUDENT AFFAIRS When most students tell us that building their career path is one of the most important goals that they need to achieve by studying at VIU, we take our responsibility to help them accomplish this goal very seriously. We are proud of the opportunities that we provide to enable VIU students to develop the practical knowledge and skills they require to attain their desired careers. One of the ways we do this is by bridging the world of work with students’ studies through our co-operative education programs.

The commitment demonstrated by both the Co-operative Education Coordinators and the entire faculty in the Tourism, Recreation, and Hospitality Management programs when it comes to preparing students for their careers is outstanding. I see this commitment in the way that our co-operative education programs are formally integrated throughout each student’s learning. Delivering co-op as a part of students’ studies ensures exposure to both theoretical knowledge and hands-on work experience for their first, second, and third work terms. This allows students graduating from VIU to embark on their alumni path with exceptional academic knowledge and skills, applicable work experience, contacts in their field of study, and a professional and relevant resume; all of which provide the best possible foundation for a successful career.

There are many different co-operative education programs and models throughout Canada. The key similarity is they all require partnerships and coordination between the student, University, and the employer. When delivered well (as they are in the Tourism, Recreation and Hospitality Management programs), our students, our employer partners, and the broader VIU community benefit today and into the future.

The Co-operative Education Annual Report is a great read. It informs through statistical information, acknowledges the support and sponsorship from local organizations, and celebrates the students and employers who have been awarded the Co-operative Education Student and Employer of the Year Award, which is now in its fourth year.

The Dean of the Faculty of Management and the Manager of Co-operative Education at VIU nicely summarize the advantages and successes of the Faculty of Management co-op programs. Let me close by saying how excited I am, as a passionate advocate for experiential learning, to be a part of the excellent work being accomplished at VIU. I look forward to ensuring that we continue to preserve the important workplace learning outcomes that are the hallmark of VIU’s Tourism, Recreation and Hospitality Management Co-operative Education programs.

Dr. Carrie Chassels Executive Director, Student Affairs

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 6

MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGER, CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION Anyone who has received an e-mail from me knows that I have a sense of humour–one hint is that I always include a quotation from Confucius in my closing signature: I Hear, I Forget. I See, I Remember. I Do, I Understand.

--Confucius (Co-op Student 521 BC - 518 BC) Of course, I’m having fun by calling Confucius a “co-op student.” But his ancient words perfectly capture what Co-operative Education is all about. The best learning occurs when you get an opportunity to apply and practice your new knowledge – you experience it and you live it.

We usually choose to attend university to get the very best education possible, in turn giving us the knowledge and skills to be happy and productive citizens. But the desire for that education is rooted in dreams: dreams of being successful, making a positive impact on our community and society, and yes, having a career that contributes to personal and financial happiness.

Co-operative Education relates to all of the above as it allows our students to “test-drive” their careers, gaining solid experience in their field of study while also developing professional networks.

When you add personal motivation, ambition, and determination to a great academic education with progressive real-world experience – dreams can indeed come true.

Most experiential learning models, including co-op, are more demanding, more expensive, and give students less “down time” than traditional classroom-based models. But while employers have minimum educational requirements for professional positions, they also tend to hire applicants with the most experience and significant professional relationships in their field. Our graduates have been extremely successful in their career pursuits due to the high quality of their academic education as well as all of the applied and experiential earning incorporated into their programs.

I love my job, and feel privileged to be a part of such a powerful, value- added learning model for our students.

Jim Ketelsen Manager, Co-operative Education

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 7

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN Co-operative Education is a fundamental component of three programs within the Faculty of Management (FOM)—Hospitality Management, Recreation and Sport Management, and Tourism Studies. Co-operative Education provides the opportunity for students to experience and practice many of the skills and concepts acquired in the classroom.

Some of the advantages of co-op for students include feedback from employers on work performance, reinforcement and practice of professional skills, ongoing mentorship and the chance to build a professional network. For the employer, co-op provides an opportunity to share their enthusiasm and experience for the industry, meet future employees, and work with motivated, experienced and knowledgeable students who have chosen to study in their industry.

Our Co-operative Education faculty takes great pride in our program and students. Their experience and commitment to students and community partners is evident in the many initiatives they bring forward and continue to advance through their ongoing engagement. Graduates tell us repeatedly through surveys and anecdotal reporting that their participation in co-op provided them with opportunities they might not otherwise have had.

Congratulations to students for choosing a program that encompasses experiential education. You have already embarked on what will surely be an outstanding, exciting and rewarding career. You will find that the faculty in your program are engaged, knowledgeable experts who are committed to student learning and preparing you for a dynamic global workplace.

Opportunities always exist for new industry partnerships with the VIU Co-operative Education team; I encourage you to contact our Coordinators to explore the options for your business.

Dr. Dave Twynam Dean, Faculty of Management

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 8

CURRENT STUDENT EXPERIENCES We asked students fresh off their summer co-op work term to share what they took away from the learning experiences, and this is what they shared: Ana Carvalho (2nd year) I was a sales and events coordinator at the Coast Bastion Inn Nanaimo for my first co-op. I really enjoyed my job as it taught me a lot about the different positions in the industry, and not just one way you can go to get to your goals. The co-op program provide a lot of support to the students. I always loved the hospitality industry and love helping others and found that this program has helped me to expand my career options. It’s one of the only schools that provide a full degree program, practical learning and real industry experience; all relevant to career work.

Yash Gupta (3rd Year) My co-op experience at Capilano Suspension Bridge this year helped to develop my personality and has given me excellent on-the-job training. At Capilano, I was able to explore my other abilities related to hospitality industry such as culinary and leadership where my courses came in handy.

Shiho Amemiya (4th year) I completed my third co-op work term at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. I was a banquet server but cross-trained in a supervisory role. The benefit of co-op is to observe company culture without any pressure and obligations to stay. I found that I was able to try everything and learnt about each company and where I may want to work once I graduate. It depends on who you meet along the way that makes your experience at each co-op but the experience really helps to determine your career path. Co-op helped me learn about Canadian work culture.

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 9

PROGRAM FACTS & FIGURES Co-operative Education began in 1989 for Recreation and Tourism programs , and in 1991 for the Hospitality Management program. The Program Facts & Figures section of this report, however, features statistical data from the past six years. VIU Faculty of Management Co-op students have completed a total of 887 individual work terms since 2010. In 2015 students completed 175 work terms, including 78 from Hospitality Management and 97 from Recreation and Tourism Management.

Co-op Work Terms—Number Per Year HOSP

BHM

RMGT

TOUR

BTM

TOTAL

2010

52

9

45

30

16

152

2011

38

2

33

25

18

116

2012

43

8

34

29

36

150

2013

48

12

21

38

20

139

2014

59

11

24

38

23

155

2015

63

15

35

43

19

175

2010-2015

303

57

192

203

132

887

HOSP BHM RMGT TOUR BTM

Hospitality Management, 1st & 2nd year diploma students Hospitality Management, 3rd year degree students Recreation & Sport Management, 1st & 2nd year diploma students Tourism Studies, 1st & 2nd year diploma students Tourism Management, 3rd year degree students

Students in the Faculty of Management Co-op programs are required to complete three separate co-op work terms throughout their degree program. Students are prepared for their work terms through course work and one-on-one coaching with their co-op faculty. Students are encouraged to develop their career goals as they move through their programs, always with an emphasis on following their passions, interests, and dreams.

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 10

PROGRAM FACTS & FIGURES

Where in the World are 2015 VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Students? 

30% of students found work within the Central Vancouver Island region

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22% of all students found co-ops in Nanaimo

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An additional 11% of students completed co-ops within 40kms of Nanaimo

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In 2015, a total of 13% of students completed work terms outside of Canada

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The most common international destination for co-op students was China

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This year students completed work terms in 7 countries, as opposed to 5 in 2013

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The most popular province to work in outside of BC was Alberta, with 22% of students in total.

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11% of co-op students worked in the Alberta Rockies

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Other Canadian provinces where co-op students worked included Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and the in Northwest and Yukon territories

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 11

PROGRAM FACTS & FIGURES Hospitality Management Diploma and Bachelor of Hospitality Management Breakdown Hospitality Management Diploma and Bachelor of Hospitality Management

by Geographic Region from 2011—2015 100%

This trend graph shows the breakdown of each year’s Hospitality Management and Bachelor of Hospitality students co-op work term geographic dispersal. This year, the majority of students left BC to work in other parts of Canada; mainly the Rocky Mountain region of Alberta. Like previous years, a significant portion of students stayed on Vancouver Island for their work terms, several students found work in Mainland BC, and a small handful of students ventured internationally for the summer.

90% 80% 70% 60%

50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0%

2011

2012

2013

2014

Canada

International

Mainland BC

Vancouver Island

2015

The pie charts represent 2015 Hospitality Management diploma co-op students and Bachelor of Hospitality Management co-op students span of geographic locations. The Hospitality Diploma students worked in a variety of locations consistent with past trends, whereas all the Bachelor of Hospitality students remained in Canada for their co-ops. The Hospitality Diploma co-op students have the least amount of students to remain on Vancouver Island.

Bachelor of Hospitality Management Co-op Work Terms by Hospitality Management Geographic Location Diploma Co-op

Bachelor of Hospitality Management Co-op Work Terms by Bachelor of Hospitality Management Co-op Geographic Location Work Terms by Geographic Location

Work Terms by Geographic Location

20%

22%

29%

Canada

20%

Cana

22%

29%

International Mainland BC

16%

20%

14%

20%

Vancouver Island

Intern

Main 16% 14%

Nanaimo

19%

19%

20%

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 12

Vanco

Nana

PROGRAM FACTS & FIGURES Bachelor of Tourism Management (BTM), Tourism Studies Diploma (TOUR), and Recreation & Sport Management Diploma (RMGT) Breakdown of Bachelor of Tourism Management, Tourism Studies Diploma, and Recreation & Sport Management Diploma by Geographic Region from 2011—2015 100%

This trend graph shows how TRMT, RMGT, and BTM students have dispersed geographically for their co-ops over the past 5 years. Every year the majority of students find employment on Vancouver Island, but this year there was almost an even split between students on and off the island. This year, more students chose to seek either employment throughout Canada or Internationally than in past years.

90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40%

30% 20% 10% 0% 2011

2012

2013

2014

Canada

International

Mainland BC

Vancouver Island

2015

Recreation and Sport Management Diploma (RMGT) Co-op Work Terms

by Geographic Recreation and Sport ManagementLocation Diploma (RMGT) Co-op Work Terms by Geographic Location

The pie charts represent the breakdown of 2015 RMGT, TOUR, and BTM Co-op students span of geographic locations. Each cohort has similarities in their co-op selections, such as the majority staying within the Nanaimo area for their work terms even though less students stayed in Nanaimo overall. This year, each section also had students study throughout BC, Canada, and Internationally.

Bachelor of Hospitality Management Co-op Work Terms by Bachelor of Tourism Management (BTM) Co-op Work Terms by Geographic Location Bachelor of Tourism Management (BTM) Co-op Geographic Location Work Terms

22% 32%

21% 19%

14% 10%

24%

28%

Tourism Studies Diploma (TOUR) Co-op Work Terms by Tourism Studies Diploma (TOUR) Co-op Geographic Location

International International

16%

24%

0%

Work Terms by Geographic Location

Canada Canada

21% 29%

16%

24%

14%

In

Mainland Mainland BC BC

23%

Vancouver Island Vancouver Island Nanaimo Nanaimo

Ca

30%

M

Va 12%

Na 21%

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 13

VIU CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION STUDENT OF THE YEAR

Hospitality Management student Taylor Doherty was nominated by her first year summer co-op employer at the Fox Hotel and Suites in Banff where she worked at the Front Desk.

Alex Vandal

Taylor Doherty

Congratulations to the 2014’s Faculty of Management Co-operative Education Student of the Year awardees Taylor Doherty and Alex Vandal.

Each year, Tourism/Recreation Management and Hospitality Management students have the opportunity to be nominated by their co-op employers for their outstanding contributions to their places of employment.

Tourism Management student Alex Vandal was nominated on her first year co-op with Parks Canada.

She was responsible for working with other students to create a nation wide assessment of Canada’s parks from the youth perspective, including researching the trip planning process and then actually travelling to the National Parks and Historic Sites in the east coast of Canada. Parks Canada felt that Alex was an exemplary employee based on her leadership, enthusiasm and hard work displayed throughout the summer. Her enthusiasm and hard work was noticed throughout the summer, and she was able to apply her passion for education to her work in the field. Alex feels that her summer co-op truly was an experience of a lifetime! She attributes her success to her ability to believe in herself, and encourages other students to do the same in order to learn, grown and inspire.

Taylor loved providing the highest quality of customer service to guests from around the world, and was always eager to learn from other areas of the hotel. Her hard work and dedication paid off, and she was recognized as an integral part of the Fox Hotel and Suites team.

Through her co-op, Taylor was able to gain valuable industry experience and gain insight on her career goals and work preferences. Taylor was seen as a natural leader and a true ambassador of the hospitality industry and VIU. The award was created to recognize students who were ambassadors of the co-op program, impressing their employers with their skills and work ethic and connecting their experiences to what they learned in the classroom.

Both Alex and Taylor were very deserving of their awards, as they represent the best of Co-operative Education and VIU. Their contributions over the summer speak volumes of the incredible capacity of VIU’s Co-operative Education students, and open up opportunity for future students to work with excellent employers.

Nominations for the 2015 Co-op Student of the Year awards will be accepted in October 2015, after summer co-op work terms have been completed.

Nominations for the 2015 Co-op Student of the Year awards will be accepted in October 2015, after summer co-op work terms have been completed.

For more information contact: brook.pearce@viu.ca or 250.740.6387 or lynda.robinson@viu.ca or 250.740.6428

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 14

GRADUATE PROFILE—Jerren Heng, Hospitality Diploma and Co-operative Education Graduate As a strong believer of gaining education and experience at the same time, Vancouver Island University was a clear choice when deciding where I would study; purely based on the inclusion of an experiential learning aspect in the program. When deciding to leave Australia to pursue my dream career in the hospitality industry, there seemed no better place to go than Canada. Two years later and a diploma in Hospitality Management, I have studied in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. With that, I also had the privilege to work and live in some of the most picturesque parts of this wonderful country, all through the opportunities given to me through my co-op work terms.

Co-op, to me, was all about setting targets and goals, as well as using the necessary resources, connections and support from faculty to achieve these goals. Contrary to the saying of “when one door closes, another door opens”, co-op creates the effect of continuous doors opening for you at the same time, and none closing. As with many industries nowadays, creating networks and building connections is one of the most important tools when landing your dream job.

The highlight for me was securing my first co-op position as a Guest Services Agent at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. It felt like I was getting paid whilst being on holidays in one of the most iconic and most visited places in Canada. Not only did I learn about the industry in what seems like a giant people factory, I gained new friendships from all over the world. I also built a strong network of people in the hospitality industry to help me succeed in achieving my goals and was able to bring it all back to the classroom at VIU. The experience allowed me to grow with a renowned company and chain of luxury hotels, and led me to securing my second co-op at the Fairmont Empress in Victoria as a Front Desk Agent. Working with a chain company, there are endless opportunities to advance in an organization that mentors and support their employees all around the world.

With education becoming more and more accessible, employers will tend to look more towards experience, as well as the coveted “piece of paper”. From the start to the end of the program, I felt that I was continually achieving goals and understanding more about the industry through applying classroom theory to real world situations; knowing that it is setting me up for when I graduate. I encourage fellow and future students to continue dedicating themselves to this amazing program and use all the resources and support available to make their experience more fulfilling.

Two years later, I am still in Canada, another step closer to my dream, but with many more doors that have opened to me, new friendships and a great network of people. With the growth of the industry and abundance of opportunities, we are now in the right place at the right time. Congratulations to those that have finished the program alongside me and have become leaders or will be the future of the industry. Thank you to the faculty for the continuous support and advice. For all current students, keep on chasing and achieving those dreams!

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 15

Jerren Heng

2015 CO-OP EMPLOYER PARTNERS Alberta Junior Forest Rangers

Delta Lodge at Kananaskis

Anwar Al Madinah Moevenpick Hotel

Disney Store

Banff Lodging Company

District of Ucluelet

Banff Park Lodge

Econolodge South Hotel

Banff Ptarmigan Inn

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Barceló Arrendamientos Turísticos

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

BC Ferries

Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort

Beijing Legend

Fairmont Empress

Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Best Western, The Westerly Hotel & Convention Centre

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Betterpackage Co., Limited

Fairmont Peace Hotel

Black Gold Lodge

Fairmont Waterfront Hotels and Resorts

Brewster Travel Canada

Farellon LTDA

BTG International Travel & Tours

Government of the Northwest Territoires

Buchan Hotel

Grand Hotel Nanaimo

Buckskin Leather Company

Greenscape Design & Decor

Camp Stephens

Hai Yan Travel Agency

Canadian Pacific Algae

Harbour Air

Canlan Ice Sports Corporation

Harrison Ecotours

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Heart of Gold

Church's Chicken

Henan Changjiangriver International Tourism Co. Ltd

City of Edmonton City of Nanaimo

Holiday Inn Express Beijing Minzuyua Houston Leisure Facility

City of Whitehorse

Inn on Long Lake

Coast Bastion Hotel

Jamie’s Whaling Station

Coast Hotels

JAPADOG

Community Recreation and Culture Centre

JW Marriott - The Rosseau Muskoka

Comox Valley Sports and Social Club

La Stella Trattoria

Cottonwood Golf Course

Lifestyle Health & Fitness Center

Courtenay Recreation

Lighthouse Bistro and Pub

Crimson Coast Dance Society

Living Forest Campground

Crowne Plaza Chengdu Panda Garden

Long Beach Lodge

Crystal Cove Beach Resort

Majestic Ocean Kayaking

Delta Grand Okanagan Resort and Conference Center

McDonald's

VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 16

2015 CO-OP EMPLOYER PARTNERS Merridale Ciderworks

St. Paul People's Museum

Merriman Soccer

Starbucks Coffee Corporation

Mount Royal Hotel - Brewster Travel Canada

Steve Marshall Ford Lincoln

Municipality of North Cowichan

Strathcona Hotel

'Namgis First Nation

TELUS Spark Science Center

Nanaimo Economic Development Corporation

The Cove Lakeside Resort

Nanaimo Golf Club

The King David Hotel in Jerusalem

Nordia

The Rimrock Resort Hotel

Nori Japanese Restaurant

The Ritz Carlton

North Island Kayak

The Vancouver Fish Company

Oceanside Village Resort

Tigh-Na-Mara

Oliver Parks and Recreation

Tim Horton’s Foundation

OSBC Skimboarding camps/Lessons

Toronto Scarborough Town Centre Y (YMCA)

PacficSport

Tourism Designers

Pacific Shores

Tourism Nanaimo

Painted Turtle Guesthouse

Town of Port McNeill

Pan Pacific Vancouver

Umai Sushi

Parksville Beach Festival

Umi Sushi Express

Ramada Inn Nanaimo

Uniglobe Specialty Travel Ltd DBA Discover Canada Tours

River Valley Adventure Co.

Vacances Sinorama

Rosewood Estates Winery

Vancouver Aquarium

Royal Jasmine - Restaurant

Vancouver Island Exhibition

Sandman Hotel Calgary City Centre

Vancouver Island University

Sea to Sky Park Services

Vernon Visitor Centre

Second Beach Concession

VIU Res Life

Sephora

Walt Disney World

Shandong China Railway International Travel Agency Ltd.

Western Student Housing Ltd.

Shandong Jinma Hotel

Westmark Whitehorse Hotel and Conference Centre

Shangri-La Hotel Dalian

Whitley House B&B

Shishou Passenger Station

Wildfire Management Branch

Skyline Luge

WildPlay Element Parks

Sofitel Shanghai Hyland

William Lutsky YMCA

South Malahat 4-H Senior District Council

Wyman Liu Investment Ltd

Spray Lakes Sawmills Family Sports Centre

ZOV Cafe Company

Spring Park International Hotel Management VIU Faculty of Management Co-op Report 2015, Page 17

Thank you to the following members of the Nanaimo Hospitality Association for funding the Co-operative Education Student of the Year Award.

Dorchester Hotel

Northgate Inn

To learn about Co-operative Education at Vancouver Island University, please contact: Lynda Robinson Hospitality Management Lynda.Robinson@viu.ca (250) 740-6428

Brook Pearce Recreation and Sport Management, Tourism Studies, Tourism Management Brook.Pearce@viu.ca (250) 740-6387