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Open House at Mohawk College is an incredible way to have some fun and learn about the programs and services Mohawk has to offer. The goal of Open House is to learn about programs, supports and financial assistance available at the college. To make the most out of Open House, it’s a great idea to...

When Patrina started the Practical Nursing program at Mohawk College, she moved away from home and was faced with a challenge many people can relate to: affording the cost of living. As she was settling into her program and trying to work out solutions to her problem, she received an email that...

Your success in college is determined by the skills you develop. While time management abilities and good study habits are excellent educational skills that go a long way to contributing to success, one of the lesser-known keys to success in college is asking for help. It’s a skill on its own to...

Crystal, an Aviation Technician - Avionics Maintenance student, joined Mohawk College to follow her passion. Having worked in the customer service side of the field, Crystal fell in love with the aviation industry and dreamed of working in the technical side - aircraft electronic systems. When the...

By Calum Smethurst, 3rd year Journalism student If you’ve ever been to an event at Mohawk, you’ll be familiar with one of the college’s favourite party tools: the popcorn machines. Faculty and students alike can be found lining up whenever one of the college’s machines appears at Open House...

Preparing to go to college is an exciting time. Your future is unfolding before you, and the opportunities feel endless. You’re on a roll building up your future, and nothing can stop you now! Well, as long as you’re prepared – you still need to apply to colleges, after all . So, what do you need to...

When thinking of competitive sports games, what often comes to mind is big crowds, excited energy and roars of enthusiasm as the game unfolds. What many people don’t think about is what goes on administratively behind the scenes to make such an event possible. In recent years, the esports industry...

By Rowan Garrow, 2nd year Journalism student Moving on to post-secondary education is an exciting time full of opportunities. The future is your oyster, and you want to get as many pearls out of it as you can. Whether you’re interested in getting into the workforce as quickly as possible or taking...

Esports has surged into the spotlight over the past decade, and its popularity continues to grow year after year. As it seeps into every facet of the media mainstream, there has been one question continuously tied to the industry: what exactly is esports? “Esports refers to electronic sports. It is...

By John Jonaid, 1st semester Journalism student As a graduate, you are a valued member of our Mohawk College community. Your knowledge, skills, and experience can make a real difference in the lives of current students. Mohawk offers numerous volunteer positions that provide alumni with...