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Baron Mag<\/em> posted an article on NC’s Project Brew, a program that allows student brewers to build and present their own brews. Project Brew helps sustain of the Canadian brewing industry through aligning hands-on learning with industry needs.<\/p>\n

Read the April 12 article here<\/a> and the same article in French here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Baron Mag posted an article on NC’s Project Brew, a program that allows student brewers to build and present their own brews. Project Brew helps sustain of the Canadian brewing industry through aligning hands-on learning with industry needs. 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Therapy students bring hands-on learning to March Break fun at NC"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Last month, Niagara College’s Welland Campus welcomed a group of energetic young visitors for a day of creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning. Campers from La Bo\u00eete \u00e0 Soleil, a March Break camp based in Welland, were invited to campus to take part in an interactive experience led by students in NC’s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/communityservices\/program\/recreation-therapy\/\">Recreation Therapy program<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Now in its second year, the partnership between Niagara College and La Bo\u00eete \u00e0 Soleil continues to create meaningful opportunities for both campers and students. While campers enjoy an immersive and engaging day on campus, students gain valuable experience by applying their therapeutic recreation knowledge in real-world settings – enhancing engagement, improving accessibility, and supporting physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being through purposeful activity.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1597007\" style=\"width: 448px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1597007\" class=\" wp-image-1597007\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/seal-e1776370202666-300x258.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"438\" height=\"377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/seal-e1776370202666-300x258.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/seal-e1776370202666-419x360.webp 419w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/seal-e1776370202666-262x225.webp 262w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/seal-e1776370202666-157x135.webp 157w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/seal-e1776370202666.webp 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 438px) 100vw, 438px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1597007\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A camper gets acquainted with a robotic seal during La Bo\u00eete \u00e0 Soleil’s visit to NC.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>“We were thrilled to once again partner with La Bo\u00eete \u00e0 Soleil to provide a unique experience for their campers,” said Debbie Ann Fender, Recreation Therapy professor in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/communityservices\/\">School of Community Services<\/a>. “Working with campers allowed our students to strengthen their skills and confidence in delivering inclusive, engaging programs that support children’s well-being, while applying what they’ve learned in the classroom.”<\/p>\n<p>A total of 36 campers participated in a variety of activities designed and facilitated by students. The day featured outdoor play, creative and sensory-based experiences, and innovative technology-driven stations. Campers explored virtual reality (VR), experimented with Buddha Boards, and visited a robotics lab where they interacted with robotic companions, including birds, seals, and HUG – a sensory device designed with a calming heartbeat to promote relaxation.<\/p>\n<p>Participants also had the opportunity to experience the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/nctrac\/\">Niagara College Therapeutic Recreation Activity Collective<\/a> (NC-TRAC), including its Snoezelen rooms (specialized multi-sensory environments that help reduce anxiety, promote relaxation, and enhance mood through thoughtfully designed sensory stimulation).<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_212143\" style=\"width: 462px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-212143\" class=\" wp-image-212143\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"452\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-539x360.jpg 539w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-337x225.jpg 337w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-180x120.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313-809x540.jpg 809w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2019\/01\/20181016_Snoezelen_Room_ABN_2313.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-212143\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The snoezelen room houses various pieces of equipment designed to stimulate participants through light, sound, and touch.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The initiative aligns closely with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/courses\/RECL\/1214\/term\/1271\/plan\/P0178\/\"><em>RECL1214: Therapeutic Recreation Program Delivery<\/em><\/a>, a 2nd semester course led by Fender. 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This is a unique opportunity to embrace cultural exchange and make a meaningful impact in a student’s journey.<\/p>\n<p>For this summer, hosting opportunities are available for commitments ranging from one to two months, with the option to continue hosting into the fall and winter. Hosts must live along a public transit route within 45 minutes of either Campus, or within a 20-minute walk.<\/p>\n<p>Welcoming an international student allows host families to experience new world views, without leaving the comforts of their home. 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celebrates student-athlete excellence at annual Athletics Banquet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Niagara College recognized the outstanding achievements of its student-athletes during the 56<sup>th<\/sup> annual Athletics Banquet, held April 10 at the Stone Mill Ballroom. The event brought together student-athletes, coaches and staff to celebrate a successful 2025-2026 season, highlighting accomplishments both in competition and in the classroom.<\/p>\n<p>A total of 167 awards were presented throughout the evening, honouring individual excellence, team success, and contributions to NC Athletics.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">“The 2025-26 season was celebrated with an amazing evening at the Niagara College Athletics Banquet,” said Michele O’Keefe, Senior Director of Athletics & Student Engagement. “Our student-athletes are a tremendous group who have shown success on and off the field of play. For our graduating student-athletes, we thank you for your commitment to your team and Niagara College. We wish you all the best as your start your next chapter.”<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Major award winners<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Female and Male athletes of the year:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the second consecutive year, the evening’s top honour featured Co-Female Athletes of the Year, with Julia Markle (St. George, ON) and Tessa Vahrmeyer (St. Catharines, ON) sharing the award. Gerrit Oldejans (Dundas, ON) was named Male Athlete of the Year.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1596346\" style=\"width: 464px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1596346\" class=\" wp-image-1596346\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"454\" height=\"302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/Gerrit-Oldejans-MSOC-OCAA-All-Academic-Award-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 454px) 100vw, 454px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1596346\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Michele O’Keefe with Male Athlete of the Year Gerrit Oldejans.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Markle, a skip with the Knights women’s curling team, delivered another exceptional season, leading her team to gold at the OCAA Curling Championships and earning MVP honours. She also continues to excel academically and is on track to receive multiple academic awards.<\/p>\n<p>Vahrmeyer, a forward with the Knights women’s soccer team, had a record-breaking season, setting a new program record with 14 regular season goals. Her performance earned her OCAA West Division Scoring Champion, First Team All-Star, and CCAA All-Canadian honours, along with both OCAA and CCAA academic recognition.<\/p>\n<p>Oldejans, a fifth-year forward on the Knights men’s soccer team, was a standout leader on and off the field. He captured the OCAA West Division Scoring Champion title and earned First Team All-Star recognition, while also being named both an OCAA All-Academic and CCAA Academic All-Canadian.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_1596347\" style=\"width: 495px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1596347\" class=\"wp-image-1596347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"485\" height=\"323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-540x360.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-338x225.webp 338w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-180x120.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7228-810x540.webp 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 485px) 100vw, 485px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1596347\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">President Kennedy addressing NC student-athletes at the Stone Mill Ballroom.<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><strong>Additional major awards<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Aidan Luk (St. Catharines, ON) and Julia Markle were named Male and Female Tournament Sport Players of the Year for their contributions to the Knights curling program.<\/p>\n<p>Joseph Buckley (Oshawa, ON) and Savannah Speck (Fonthill, ON) were honoured as Male and Female Rookie Athletes of the Year across all sports, recognizing their impact in their debut seasons.<\/p>\n<p>Leadership awards were presented to Samantha Cormier (St. Catharines, ON) of women’s volleyball and RJ Martin (St. Mary’s, ON) of men’s volleyball for their commitment to their teams and leadership both on and off the court.<\/p>\n<p>Academic excellence was also celebrated, with Sam Guzak (Beaumont, AB) receiving the Male Top Scholastic Award and Charlize Trudell (Belle River, ON) earning the Female Top Scholastic Award for achieving the highest GPAs among NC student-athletes.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Coaching and service recognition<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Chris Poulouski, head coach of the OCAA gold medal-winning women’s curling team, received the Ralph Nero Memorial Award for coaching excellence and contributions to student recruitment and retention.<\/p>\n<p>Samson Balogun, team manager for the men’s basketball team, was honoured with the Luciano Berardocco Memorial Award for his outstanding service to intercollegiate athletics.<\/p>\n<p>The Ray Sarkis Award, recognizing passion, commitment and community-mindedness, was presented to Abbey Gooder of the women’s volleyball team.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1596348 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7077-1.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"498\" height=\"332\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7077-1.webp 825w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7077-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7077-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7077-1-800x533.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.niagaracollege.ca\/insidenc\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/53\/2026\/04\/00A_7077-1-540x360.webp 540w, 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Unlike traditional teaching methods, the VR experience uses storytelling to prompt emotional engagement and self-reflection.<\/p>\n<p>“It presents a message through an immersive, story-driven format,” she said. “It delivers a narrative centered on Indigenous experiences, challenging participants to recognize that stereotyping and bias persist today while encouraging self-reflection on personal assumptions.”<\/p>\n<p>The project has since been fully implemented into the program’s curriculum. All first-year paramedic students now participate in the VR experience, followed by in-person reflection sessions designed to deepen learning and discussion.<\/p>\n<p>“The outcomes have been very positive,” said Annett. “Feedback from the final survey has been overwhelmingly encouraging, and it has been especially meaningful to hear students share their perspectives and reflect on their learning. This is exactly what I was hoping for.”<\/p>\n<p>For Annett, the work is personal and driven by a responsibility to help shape future healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n<p>“Having had the opportunity to work in remote communities early in my career, I recognize that that work had a huge impact on me and it’s something I have always felt the need to share,” she said. “With NC graduating so many new healthcare practitioners, I believe I have a responsibility to try and help build culturally responsible healthcare practitioners.”<\/p>\n<p>Beyond the project, she says the relationships built through the EDI Catalyst program were one of the most rewarding aspects of the experience.<\/p>\n<p>“The individuals in my group truly brought the ‘I’ in EDI to life,” she said. “Building relationships with colleagues from across the college was fantastic. 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