International Education Week
Students and staff at Okanagan College enjoyed artwork, food and exhibits about countries all over the world during International Education Week. The Kelowna campus wrapped up the week with a multicultural feast for the senses. Read more
World Community Film Festival
This weekend, check out the World Community Film Festival! Marlo Edwards, the Okanagan College Faculty Association’s Human Rights and International Solidarity Officer, is involved with organizing this excellent event, and the OCFA is a sponsor: with 43 films playing in and around Kelowna this weekend, it’s well worth checking out. Film Schedule.
Packed house for multicultural celebration
About 700 people from Okanagan College and the community came out in force to enjoy Chinese New Year and International Night, a multicultural celebration put on by students with Okanagan College International Education. This marked the first year the event was held at the Kelowna Community Theatre.
Aboriginal Student Recognition Celebration
The Aboriginal Access and Services Division will be hosting the Third Annual Aboriginal Student Recognition Celebration. It will be an opportunity for you to celebrate your success in a way that reflects your culture with your family, friends and Okanagan College. Read more
Chinese New Year celebration and International Night
The Okanagan College International Education Department is hosting the Annual Okanagan College Chinese New Year celebration and International Night on Friday, January 20 at 7 p.m. Due to overwhelming success, the event has outgrown the College theatre so this year’s event will be held at the Kelowna Community Theatre. This exciting evening gives the local community, students and faculty, the opportunity to share and celebrate our cultural diversity.
International Education Week at Okanagan College
It’s International Week again at OC, and the whole week is packed with fun activites for students and staff. Learn more about other cultures – taste the food, do crafts, and learn about the amazing opportunities available to study abroad!
Third college powwow brings communities together
There was a special energy on the Okanagan College campus September 21st. Drums beat out music, people were laughing, colourful costumes decorated the quad and there was a buzz in the air.
International students experience Aboriginal culture during Shuswap study tour
A group of international students visiting the Salmon Arm campus from Kansai Gaidai in Japan had the opportunity to participate in a dynamic Aboriginal cultural experience during a trip to the Splatsin Band.