Fleming GIS graduate Matt Pietryszyn launches COVID-19 Alerts System to share data with the public
When the shift to essential services began in Canada, Qwhery founder Matt Pietryszyn noticed the struggle many people faced with finding localized COVID-19-related information. The Fleming College graduate decided to put his Geographic Information Systems (GIS) skills to use and launched a platform to help keep the public informed. “While working on another project (ProjectPandemic), I met Sabrina Tang,… Continue reading Fleming GIS graduate Matt Pietryszyn launches COVID-19 Alerts System to share data with the public
Fleming College graduate Kimberly Coe feels honoured to be a nurse
Kimberly Coe felt anxious when the COVID-19 pandemic began, but now the Registered Practical Nurse feels comfortable with her new normal. “I feel safe and surrounded by a good group of people,” said Kimberly, who works in the Palliative Unit and Complex Continuing Care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC). In Kimberly’s new work routine,… Continue reading Fleming College graduate Kimberly Coe feels honoured to be a nurse
Fleming College connects with future students via virtual live chat
As Fleming College prepares for its Fall semester, a helpful live chat feature has been added to the Fleming College website to help prospective students get their questions answered. Since prospective students are unable to visit Fleming College due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the College has adapted to ensure prospective students have the information they… Continue reading Fleming College connects with future students via virtual live chat
Virtual law firm created for Paralegal field placement
When Paralegal program coordinator Amy Maycock realized field placements were not possible due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she started brainstorming creative solutions to ensure students could complete the 120-hour block placement needed to graduate and write the licensing exam. Amy called the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) to discuss the situation and, during this conversation,… Continue reading Virtual law firm created for Paralegal field placement
Each week, Fleming College is sharing a review of what the Fleming community is doing to support our students, each other, and our communities amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Please share your story on social media and tag #FlemingCollege. Fleming College continues to welcome Spring semester students through our Virtual Orientation. This online event is an opportunity for Fleming… Continue reading Week in Review: May 29, 2020
Paramedic Josh Hogan is confident in his Fleming College education, skills and knowledge
Although Josh Hogan is still new to the paramedic profession, he feels well-prepared for his career at Peterborough Paramedics thanks to his Fleming College education. “Between labs and teaching, you’re ready to start as soon as you’ve finished the program,” said Josh, who graduated from Fleming’s Paramedic program in 2019 and General Arts and Science… Continue reading Paramedic Josh Hogan is confident in his Fleming College education, skills and knowledge
Allison Galbraith wins Fleming Business Student Award at 2020 Businesswomen of the Year Awards
Congratulations to Allison Galbraith, who is the recipient of the Fleming Business Student Award at the 2020 Businesswomen of the Year Awards! Allison, who recently completed her final semester of Fleming’s Business Administration – Human Resources Management Advanced Diploma program, will receive the Women’s Business Network of Peterborough (WBN) award via mail as the WBN… Continue reading Allison Galbraith wins Fleming Business Student Award at 2020 Businesswomen of the Year Awards
Hospitality graduate Sophia Darling uses Fleming College skills at Fairmont Royal York
Sophia Darling, Executive Meeting Manager at Fairmont Royal York, always knew a career in hospitality was the right path for her. But with so many areas of hospitality to work in, Sophia wasn’t always sure what area to focus on. After working in food and beverage, Sophia believed she should move into culinary as a pastry… Continue reading Hospitality graduate Sophia Darling uses Fleming College skills at Fairmont Royal York
Fleming College welcomes new students with Virtual Orientation
Fleming College launched its Spring semester on Tuesday, May 19 through online and alternate delivery. Although we are disappointed we can’t meet Fleming students in person due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are excited to welcome them to the new virtual space! To welcome new students, Fleming College is hosting a Virtual Orientation. This virtual… Continue reading Fleming College welcomes new students with Virtual Orientation