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Algonquin College Annual Report 2020-2021 3 College at a Glance 2020-2021 Strategic Goals 20 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE-21 ANNUAL REPORT 2020-2021 Changing Lives TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission COLLEGE AT A GLANCE 4 2020-2021 STRATEGIC GOALS 5 To transform hopes and dreams LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND CEO 6 into lifelong success LETTER FROM THE CHAIR, BOARD OF GOVERNORS 8 LETTER FROM THE STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT 10 Vision ABOUT THIS REPORT 12 COVID-19 RESPONSE 16 STRATEGIC PLAN 20 To be a global leader in personalized, APPLIED EDUCATION AND TRAINING 44 digitally connected, experiential learning ALUMNI, STUDENT AND EMPLOYEE SUCCESS 54 EMPOWERED PEOPLE 64 Values FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY 82 AC ADVANCEMENT 90 Caring Integrity FINANCES AND ADMINISTRATION 98 We have a sincere and We believe in trust, honesty, compassionate interest in the and fairness in all relationships FINANCIAL REPORT 99 well-being of the individual and transactions BOARD MEMBERS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT 100 SUMMARY OF ADVERTISING AND MARKETING COMPLAINTS 105 Learning Respect COLLEGE ACADEMIC COUNCIL REPORT 106 STRATEGIC MANDATE AGREEMENT REPORT-BACK 108 We believe in the pursuit We value the dignity and uniqueness of knowledge, personal of the individual. We value equity GOVERNMENT RELATIONS 109 growth, and development and diversity in our community Graphic Above: Eight Fire and Indigenous Clan graphic ALGONQUIN COLLEGE ANNUAL REPORT 2020-2021 3 COLLEGE AT A GLANCE 2020-2021 STRATEGIC GOALS COLLEGE Delivery GOAL ONE CORE BELIEF: LEARNER DRIVEN 99 CERTIFICATES Establish Algonquin as • Student, graduate, and internal • Case response time and • Number of program pathways, Methods client satisfaction satisfaction by department stackable programs, and ONTARIO COLLEGE 1 a leader in personalized alternative classroom delivery 328 38 CERTIFICATES learning across all Ontario colleges ONTARIO COLLEGE programs 88 DIPLOMAS 32 ONTARIO COLLEGE are oered part-time online ADVANCED DIPLOMAS 29 GOAL TWO CORE BELIEF: CONNECTED 28 • Alumni engagement ONTARIO COLLEGE are oered full-time online Become an integral • Alumni returning to the • Memberhsip on program GRADUATE CERTIFICATES and satisfaction College for continuous advisory committees 54 partner to our alumni learning 2 • Employer engagement and employers BACHELOR’S 20 and satisfaction • Alumni and employer 14 DEGREES are apprenticeship programs interaction by department COLLABORATIVE 6 DEGREES 56 oer co-operative education GOAL THREE CORE BELIEF: PEOPLE Be recognized by our • Graduation rate • Percentage of students • Growth of co-op/WIL/Applied employees and the engaged in and satisfied Research activity by department • Employment rate (within with co-op/WIL/ These categories reflect the Fall term only due to the amount Due to lack of student overlap, these categories reflect the 3 six months, 18 months, • Improvements introduced of student overlap in Spring, Fall and Winter terms entire fiscal year and include Spring, Fall and Winter terms community as an Applied Research Students and five years) by department exceptional place • Awards and nominations to work submitted by department GOAL FOUR CORE BELIEF: INNOVATION AND QUALITY We will be leaders and • Percentage of students engaged • Satisfaction with co-op/ • Growth of co-op/WIL/ Applied and satisfied with co-op/Work WIL/Applied Research Research activity by department continuously improve Integrated Learning (WIL)/ 4 Applied Research • Percentage of students • Volunteerism by department the quality, impact 18,381 1,669 3,122 781 77 946 31,208 engaged in and satisfied and innovativeness • Graduation rate • Growth of co-op/WIL/Applied Full-time students Part-time Post-secondary Academic English for Academic **Apprentices Continuing with co-op/WIL/ of teaching, learning Applied Research Research activity by department students International Upgrading Purposes (EAP) Education (CE) • Employment rate (within equivalents students International students registrations and service delivery six months, 18 months, • Awards and nominations • Improvements introduced and five years) submitted by department by department *Note: March 2021 intake of Apprentice **Note: For a complete breakdown students did not run due to COVID-19 pandemic) of AC Online numbers, visit p. 28 GOAL FIVE CORE BELIEF: SUSTAINABLE Employees Pursue Truth and • Total number and • Increase in number of • Cross-college environmental diversity of learners oshore partnerships management plan implemented Reconciliation, social 5 • Continued increase in onshore • Social, environmental, • Funds raised and hours environmental, and international student enrolment and economic impact volunteered by department economic sustainability 2515 • Cross-college environmental • Strong financial health • Reduce ecological footprint 1374 management plan implemented indicators • Education initiatives to reduce Full-time employees • Reduce ecological footprint • Infrastructure initiatives greenhouse gas emissions 759 to reduce greenhouse 588 570 460 • Continue strong partnerships gas emissions • Grow student, employee 216 and relationships with and community member 88 Indigenous communities • Acting on the Truth and participation in Indigenization 3842 Reconciliation Report initiatives • Evidence-based research recommendations Part-time employees Faculty Support Admin Student on Indigenous learner success 4 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE ANNUAL REPORT 2020-2021 ALGONQUIN COLLEGE ANNUAL REPORT 2020-2021 5 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT AND CEO in the Spring and Fall terms were invited to celebrate online during Algonquin’s first-ever virtual Convocation in October. “The extraordinary path we have While the experience was not the same as being there in person, the ceremonies offered our graduates and their loved travelled together... has had a ones a rousing send-off complete with valedictorians, personalized slides, drummers and pipers. These online events have become the new norm at the College, including our series of interactive Town Halls which have attracted thousands of viewers who were able to engage with our executive leadership team and receive answers profound impact on our lives.” to their timely and important questions. Throughout all of this, along with ensuring safe work and learning spaces for those on campus, we maintained an acute awareness of the mental health needs of all learners and employees. This pandemic has taken a toll on each of us. Ensuring resources were in place and accessible for those in need was of paramount importance, and our Student Support Services and Human Resources teams deserve high praise for making this happen. It’s also why the donation last year from the RBC Foundation to The Royal to improve access to virtual mental health services for our students was so timely and appreciated. The extraordinary path we have travelled together at Algonquin College since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic last March has had a profound impact on our lives, both professionally and personally, and it will be remembered and talked This year, we have also watched the world rise up against racism and intolerance in significant ways, particularly about for generations to come. It has tested and strengthened our resolve, allowed us to demonstrate our adaptability following the death of George Floyd. Inspired by the calls for change and continuing its work on promoting equality and resilience, significantly changed how we operate, and is shaping our future in ways yet to be revealed. and an anti-racist society, the College hosted its Inclusion Infusion’s Livestream Speaker Series, bringing together prominent thinkers to share their perspectives and experiences. When the gravity of the pandemic became evident early last year, as a College community we understood the immense responsibility thrust upon us. We had to not only persevere, but to keep pushing boundaries, to see the opportunities, This idea was taken even further with the College’s initial Taking a Stand Week in February, with a series of events and above all, deliver exceptional educational experiences for our learners in a safe environment. that took deep dives into the racism that exists in every corner of society. These events provided space for the College community to come together for healing and highlight the culture and success of Black and Indigenous people that With a multitude of daily challenges needing careful attention, there has hardly been time to reflect on everything too often goes unnoticed. that we have accomplished together this year, including the groundwork that’s been prepared for many exciting developments on our horizon. This year’s Annual Report provides us that opportunity to look back on this The College continues to build upon being the first post-secondary institution in Ontario to develop an Inclusion and unprecedented moment in our history with its challenges and successes, and to glimpse the plans and goals Diversity Blueprint, including ensuring equality for female learners and employees. Recently we announced that the on the road ahead. Leacross Foundation has donated $60,000 to support women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) and Trades programs at Algonquin. There were many unknowns when the initial shutdown commenced last March, as the massive transition to virtual delivery of programming and services began. The scope of the effort cannot be underestimated, with most of our entire This generous gift is helping enhance the success of our We Saved You a Seat program, which was launched in 2018 community migrating from physical campuses to learning and working at a distance from home. The guidelines we and actively
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