Convocation 2021 Changing Lives Congratulations! Class of 2021 Message from the Board of Governors Graduation is a time to be proud of all that our learners have achieved. On behalf of the Algonquin College Board of Governors, I am pleased to share in the pride that you, our learners, your families and supporters experience today. Your hard work and dedication towards your success is celebrated today. As you transition to the next phase of your lifelong learning journey, I hope that the experiences that you have had at Algonquin College will support you and enable you to continue to “transform your hopes and dreams into lifelong success”. Our world is undergoing the most rapid rate of change that it has ever experienced. Each of you will face many opportunities and challenges for advancement. Algonquin College is constantly engaged in preparing our learners for this world of change. Should you require further upgrading of your education, don’t forget to consider returning to our campuses or to take advantage of our extensive on-line learning resources. As you become an alumnus of Algonquin College, I encourage you to stay in touch. The contacts that you have made with Faculty and Staff can remain as an ongoing resource as you leave this institution of learning. Your friends and colleagues at Algonquin can remain as such for many years to come. Share your experiences and success with them. Our Faculty, Staff, our Executive Team and the Board of Governors are pleased that you chose Algonquin in your search for education. As graduates you have an opportunity to become ambassadors of Algonquin College. Share your enthusiasm with others who may be interested in joining our family of learners. Your ability to pass on recommendations for choosing Algonquin as a centre of high-quality, applied, and hands-on learning, is appreciated. As you go forward in your careers, carry with you, in your relationships and in your workplace, the set of values that Algonquin has provided while you were here: “Caring, Learning, Integrity and Respect”. Congratulations and best wishes for success, to each of you in your future endeavours. Sincerely, Jay McLaren Chair of the Algonquin College, Board of Governors ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 1 TheMission History To transform hopes and dreams into lifelong success — THUNDERBIRD — REPRESENTS OUR QUEST TO CREATE AND SHARE KNOWLEDGE Vision To be a global leader in personalized, — TWIN WOLVES — digitally connected, experiential learning SUPPORTERS THAT SYMBOLIZES POWER AND LEADERSHIP Values — LIGHTNING BOLTS — SYMBOLIZE THE SPARK OF INSPIRATION, Caring Integrity INNOVATION AND TRANSFORMATION We have a sincere and We believe in trust, honesty, compassionate interest in the and fairness in all relationships well-being of the individual and transactions Learning Respect We believe in the pursuit We value the dignity and uniqueness Our coat of arms is steeped in symbolism, reflecting Indigenous and Canadian cultures. The creation process for the ofemblems knowledge, was done personal in consultation with theof College’s the individual. Aboriginal We Education value equity Council and its Mamidosewin Centre,gr aso wellwth, as and the Kitigandevelopment Zibi Anishinabeg andand Algonquins diversity of inPikwàkanagàn our community First Nations.” 2 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 — THUNDERBIRD — — EVERGREEN TREE — REPRESENTS OUR QUEST TO CREATE REPRESENTS THE RICHNESS OF NATURE, AND SHARE KNOWLEDGE RESILIENCE, AND LONGEVITY — TWIN WOLVES — — WAMPUM BELT — SUPPORTERS THAT SYMBOLIZES SYMBOLIZE STORIES PASSED POWER AND LEADERSHIP DOWN BY GENERATIONS — LIGHTNING BOLTS — — MOTTO — SYMBOLIZE THE SPARK OF INSPIRATION, OUR VALUES OF CARING, LEARNING, INNOVATION AND TRANSFORMATION INTEGRITY AND RESPECT The Elements “While many of its symbols reflect Indigenous culture, their messages in many cases are truly universal.” – Ron (Deganadus) McLester, VP, Truth, Reconciliation & Indigenization ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 3 Algonquin’s Proud Heritage Algonquin College is situated on unceded, unsurrendered territory of Algonquin people. Traditionally known as “Anishinabe”, Algonquin people are the original inhabitants of the wide swath of territory along the Ottawa River on which Algonquin College’s campuses in Ottawa, Pembroke, and Perth now sit. To honour and recognize the Algonquin People, the college adopted the name Algonquin when it was founded in 1967. In Algonquin culture, it is appropriate for guests to acknowledge the hospitality of their hosts when entering their territory. With this tradition in mind, Algonquin College respectfully thanks the Algonquin people for hosting us on their ancestral lands; both today during this ceremony and each day on our campuses in Ottawa, Perth, and Pembroke. Meegwetch (thank you). Algonquin College is proud of its strong partnership with the First Nation, Métis, or Inuit communities and organizations with whom we share the common goal of supporting Indigenous learners as they strive for academic and career success. This partnership is realized in many ways, one of which is through Algonquin College’s Indigenous Education Council (IEC). This council brings members of First Nation communities and organizations together with Algonquin College leaders and students to identify the unique needs of our Indigenous learners and to work together to meet those needs. The members of Algonquin College’s Indigenous Education Council for 2021-2022 were as follows: Peter Decontie, Elder, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation Della Meness, Manager of Education Services, Algonquins of Pikwàkanagàn First Nation Anita Tenasco, Director, Kitigan Zibi Education Sector, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation Amanda Kilabuk , Manager, Employment Services, Tungasuvvingat Inuit Elaine Jeffery, Employment and Training Coordinator, Métis Nation of Ontario Veronica Jacobs, Post-Secondary Manager, Ahkwesàhsne Mohawk Board of Education Robert Jerome, Education Counsellor, Urban Aboriginal Alternate High School Program, Odawa Ron McLester, Algonquin College Andre O’Bonsawin, Algonquin College Sherryl Fraser, Algonquin College 4 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 As a result of these partnerships, Algonquin College maintains a strong commitment to the over 1,100 learners of First Nation, Métis, and Inuit heritage who attend our institute each year. Algonquin offers high quality programs and services reflective of Indigenous culture and values; such as the Mamidosewin Indigenous Student Centre, the Pathways to Indigenous Empowerment Program, the Indigenous Studies Program and the Indigenous Pre-Apprentice Cook Program. Algonquin College is honoured that so many First Nation, Métis, and Inuit learners choose to join the College community. ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 5 Spring Convocation Ceremonies 2021 Wednesday, June 23, 2021 CEREMONY 1 – 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence Faculty of Arts, Media and Design and Language Institute CEREMONY 2 – 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Faculty of Health, Public Safety & Community Studies School of Business CEREMONY 3 – 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. School of Advanced Technology School of Hospitality and Tourism CEREMONY 4 – 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. AC Online Perth Pembroke Every effort is made to ensure accuracy in the compilation of names of this year’s graduates. Graduate status is confirmed on the official transcript and/or by the issuance of an Algonquin credential. This list of graduates includes, to the best of our ability, the names of all students declared eligible to graduate at this Ceremony. We offer sincere apologies if any names have been omitted. 6 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence Wednesday, June 23, 2021 10:00 a.m. Ceremony ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 7 Convocation Program Opening - Ron Deganadus McLester Vice President – Truth, Reconciliation & Indigenization President’s Address – Claude Brulé President & Chief Executive Officer Honorary Degree Recipient – John Ruddy Executive Chairman, Trinity Development Group Valedictorian – Metin Ozturk Architecture Technology Dean’s Address – Chris Hahn Dean, Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence Presentation of Graduates and Awards – Online Graduate Slide Presentation Post Ceremony Receptions – Online Receptions Master of Ceremony Chris Janzen, Senior Vice-President, Academic First Nation Drum Group Bear Nation Singer Areeya Rattanavong, Graduate, Algonquin College Performing Arts program Pipe and Drum Band Gregory Joseph, Tim Reid and Jim Bush 8 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE CONVOCATION 2021 Honorary Degree Recipient John Ruddy If there is a singular quality that accounts for John Ruddy’s highly successful career as a real estate developer it is captured in the word “tenacity.” Other words would fit – community-builder, visionary entrepreneur, risk-taker – but “tenacity” highlights a characteristic that has taken Ruddy from the football fields of his youth to his position as Executive Chairman of Trinity Development Group, one of Canada’s leading developers. Born and raised in Ottawa, Ruddy graduated from Carleton University in 1975 and worked for two years as an architect in Toronto before deciding he preferred the development industry. He spent the next 15 years in Toronto developing shopping malls. In 1992, Ruddy brought his knowledge of the business back to Ottawa to found Trinity. For nearly 30 years, the company has developed retail shopping centres and mixed-use properties from the Maritimes to Alberta. That includes local projects such as South Keys,