Fleming College

Fleming graduate Tyler Leavitt wins 2019 Readers’ Choice for Best Massage Therapist

When Tyler Leavitt graduated from Fleming College in 2018, he never imagined winning the Readers’ Choice Award for Best Massage Therapist after his first year of practice. “Just being nominated in my first year of practice was an honour itself,” said Tyler on The Peterborough Examiner Readers’ Choice Awards, where he was the Diamond Winner.… Continue reading Fleming graduate Tyler Leavitt wins 2019 Readers’ Choice for Best Massage Therapist

Aloha! from Culinary Management graduate Andrew Craig

The winter season looks a little different for Culinary Management graduate Andrew Craig. Instead of icy cold, snowy weather, the Class of 2012 alum is enjoying sunshine and a warm breeze in beautiful Hawaii. “The idea of ‘aloha’ is very present and I’ve learned to embrace this. I’m truly enjoying my time on the island,”… Continue reading Aloha! from Culinary Management graduate Andrew Craig

College is more than a diploma for Rory Morley, it’s a chance to stand out

Rory Morley wanted more from his college experience than just a diploma, he wanted to stand out. “If you go to college just for classes, then it’s just another course on your CV,” said Rory, Business Administration – Marketing graduate (Class of 2019). “That’s where Enactus comes in.” Enactus Fleming is a student-led entrepreneurial club… Continue reading College is more than a diploma for Rory Morley, it’s a chance to stand out

Practical Nursing graduate receives Governor General’s Exemplary Service Medal

Practical Nursing graduate receives Governor General’s Exemplary Service Medal

Matthew Brohm’s culinary career is his passion, not a ‘job’

Food means more than nourishment to Matthew Brohm. For the Chef Training graduate, food is his passion. “I love making food that makes you melt inside, I want to make food that makes you chew just a little slower, I want it to make you think ‘wow’ and practically be speechless,” he said. “My job… Continue reading Matthew Brohm’s culinary career is his passion, not a ‘job’

Business Administration – Accounting placement leads Ruixin Li to employment at “dream firm”

Ruixin (Rayna) Li came to Fleming College from China with a background in law, ready for a new career and life change. “I was so shy and quiet before. I lacked leadership skills and did not want any attention,” said Rayna, who got involved with the SAC Street Team, served as an International Student Ambassador,… Continue reading Business Administration – Accounting placement leads Ruixin Li to employment at “dream firm”

Michael Tamosauskas builds a ‘golden’ resume in the geological field

A thick fog quickly rolls in while Michael Tamosauskas collects glacial till samples atop a mountain in Nunavut. With his nearest colleague at least 100 metres away, Michael’s radio alerts him that an emergency helicopter pick-up is on its way before the pilot loses more visibility. When the roar of the helicopter sounds close, all… Continue reading Michael Tamosauskas builds a ‘golden’ resume in the geological field

Involvement leads to opportunity, says Construction Engineering Technician grad Tyler Fenton

The construction industry is a consumer of resources and raw materials and a contributor to solid waste, but Fleming Construction Engineering Technician graduate Tyler Fenton is hoping to improve the environmental impact of construction with sustainability. “Sustainability is not the silver bullet, but it’s a powerful tool to drive change for the better,” said Tyler.… Continue reading Involvement leads to opportunity, says Construction Engineering Technician grad Tyler Fenton

From dairy farm to paralegal practice, it’s all about community for Janet Heeringa

Raised on a dairy farm, Agriculture degree in hand, and a share in Karlina Farms Ltd., it’s hard to believe Janet Heeringa owns a paralegal practice. But after renovating the front of her barn for an office space, Janet Heeringa Paralegal Service is open for business! “My hubby and I completely renovated the office space,”… Continue reading From dairy farm to paralegal practice, it’s all about community for Janet Heeringa

Recreation and Leisure Services placement is ‘gold’ to Keary Dean, who went to Whistler Olympic Park

Keary Dean believes you get out of life what you put into it, which is why the Fleming College graduate chose a program that speaks to his values and could help him begin a career and education journey that’s meaningful to him. “It seemed like a great place to start when you were, like me,… Continue reading Recreation and Leisure Services placement is ‘gold’ to Keary Dean, who went to Whistler Olympic Park