Quesnel’s College of New Caledonia campus is holding open the door for you, this week.
CNC is having an open house at the Quesnel campus, so anyone interested in attending college or just looking at the facility can drop by 100 Campus Way on March 3 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Whether you are a thinking about being a student at CNC in Quesnel, a student who has already been accepted but hasn’t seen the place in detail, yet, or community members, all are welcome to come have a look.
“We can’t wait to welcome community members to all our campuses,” said Shelley Carter-Rose, CNC’s vice-president of student affairs. “No matter where you are in the application process, attending an open house is a great way to create an initial connection and sense of belonging with the campus and faculty.”
CNC’s open house gives the public an opportunity to explore each campus to its fullest, including interactive course demonstrations, campus tours, and connecting with instructors and faculty members face-to-face. Attendees can also learn about the wide array of student supports at the college, such as: academic advising, accessibility supports, financial aid, resources and liaison for Indigenous students, student housing, admissions, and more.
“It’s very beneficial for students to learn what supports are available as early as possible,” said Carter-Rose. “The transition into post-secondary requires some navigation and planning, but CNC’s network of supports can alleviate some of that stress. Learning about those services ahead of time can give students and their families a roadmap to follow and peace of mind.”
According to the 2022 BC Labour Market Outlook, the province is expected to have more than a million job openings in the next decade, with nearly 80 per cent of those job openings requiring some type of post-secondary education or training. CNC offers more than 90 programs across campuses to better prepare students to fill those positions.
“Post-secondary education sets students up for a brighter future and lasting careers,” said Dennis Johnson, CNC’s president and CEO. “Through the open houses across the region we serve, we hope to help students feel confident in choosing CNC, or that we introduce them to exciting opportunities that will forge their path to lifelong learning.”
Those who RSVP online by March 1 will be entered to win a $500 tuition credit, but advance registration is not required. Those who attend an open house will also have their application fee waved and be entered to win one of three $1,000 tuition vouchers.
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