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Mohawk professor Shaun Iles ’04 inspired by his students’ perseverance By: Sean Coffey Iles ’04 wasn’t sure how his second-year General Arts and Science students would take to having their courses suddenly moved online. A professor of Sociology and Environmental Sustainability and Education...

The internet has become the primary means of work, shopping, and communication for most, therefore, increasing the presence of threats and malware. Computers, laptops, smartphones and the internet are amazing resources, but they must be used safely, securely, and responsibly. 7 tips for staying safe...

The way you connect to your work systems and use information when offsite can affect the security infrastructure and potentially impact the privacy rights of community members. Here are some simple tips to ensure your use of technology is safe while working remotely Keep all software up to date; Use...

Brought you by the Learning Support Centre. Final exams aren’t just any tests. They draw upon your knowledge from the entire semester, and often you have to take many of them in a short period of time. Here are 10 tips to help you succeed in your final exams: 1. Embrace a Growth Mindset Embrace...

Brought to you by the Student Rights & Responsibilities Office Only say or do online what you would say or do offline. Everyone has the right to enjoy a positive and respectful learning environment -- online or offline. Take a moment to learn or remind yourself of what appropriate behaviour for...

With the closure of schools and community childcare, many of you are juggling being students and full-time caregivers. With your kids at home with you, it can be hard to focus on your studies. Watch the video below from Liz, a Mohawk College counsellor and parent working from home, for some quick...

Everyone is spending more time at home these days, but that shouldn’t stop us from crossing items off our travel bucket list… virtually! Below is a list of our top 5 places to visit from the comfort of your own home. Where will you go today? The Monterey Bay Aquarium Need a study break? How about...

By Natalie Lafleur (Student Rights & Responsibilities Specialist), Sean Connors (Student Wellness Coordinator) We are living in strange times. While physical distancing and self-isolation measures are in place to protect our collective health; they may unintentionally create a higher risk for people...

On March 28, a team from Mohawk College made two truck deliveries of medical supplies to the Hamilton Health Sciences donation hub at McMaster Medical Centre. Over the course of two days, Mohawk employees and campus security staff from Paragon Security collected medical materials from the Fennell...

Mohawk’s beloved Mo the Hawk has had a few makeovers through the years, but where did his story start? Recently, we caught up with Rick Sydor ‘69, to shed a little light on the beginnings of Mo the Hawk. In winter 1967, when Mohawk College was established, things were not so different than they are...