A message to students from Dr. Chris McGrath, Vice President, Students.
We are thrilled to welcome you to Niagara College, where ncLIFE is yours to create! You are now part of a vibrant, supportive, and welcoming community, where everyone has unique gifts and strengths to offer.
At NC, your success is our top priority. And while you have come to NC for a specific program of study, we know that you will be challenged and grow in all aspects of who you are. Know that from your first day at NC, through to your graduation and beyond, we are here to support you in pursuit of your academic, personal and professional goals. We offer an unparalleled suite of student services and programs that are designed to help you navigate one of the most important experiences in your life. So please don’t be shy about asking for help. We’ve got you… every step of the way. In fact, we’ve made it easier for you to figure out where to go with your questions and concerns — our new online Student Resource Guide provides you with information about all of our services and supports so that you can make that first connection and get the help you need.
Whether you are joining us from another country, another region or right here in our local community, I have no doubt that you will thrive at NC. By choosing Niagara College, you have chosen a college with world-class academic programs that provide the skills, knowledge and experiences to prepare you for a successful career. At the same time, your long-term success will depend on how you continue to develop the skills and capabilities needed to navigate and thrive in the future of work.
Recent research shows that the top skills that will help you to thrive in the world of work are creativity, resilience, flexibility, curiosity, leadership, and social influence. While your academic program will spark your curiosity and help you to learn many new things, the ways that you engage with outside the classroom will provide opportunities to make sense of your learning within the social context of a global college community. That’s what ncLIFE is all about!
So, I encourage you to participate in student events, attend varsity athletics games, connect with NCSAC, and reach out to other students who, like you, are excited to create their own version of ncLIFE. Download the ncEngage app to stay on top of everything that’s going on to connect you with our amazing community. I have no doubt that in doing so, you will build lifelong friendships and networks that will help you thrive in the years ahead.
This journey will be exciting and rewarding and, at times, challenging. We are all here to help you achieve your goals. Embrace the opportunity to explore something new, don’t be afraid to ask for help, and more than anything take advantage of this exciting time to create your own ncLIFE.
Welcome to NC! We are thrilled that you chose to join us.
With NC Pride,
Vice President, Students
