Future Ready Blog

Brian, a second-year student in the Architectural Technology program at Mohawk College, is proof that change isn’t only possible – it can improve your life. Brian had spent many years working in the environmental field before deciding it was time for a change. “I was in more of a planning role. When...

Being an entrepreneur demands a busy schedule, and so does taking care of a family. Pierrette does both every day, so when she decided she wanted to go back to school, she knew she needed a program she could complete quickly that fits into her schedule. Pierrette decided the flexibility offered by...

Have you ever heard of a Choose Your Own Adventure book? If you have, you know the rules, you’re the central character and you get to decide what path and subsequent outcome the protagonist takes. There’s a catch, there’s no going back! It’s meant to mimic real life. Or can you? Well, of course you...

Getting hands-on work experience through your program is a great way to start networking and learn valuable skills in your field. Many programs at Mohawk College offer experiential learning opportunities , and many future students are excited to learn what to expect before they enter their field...

You can never learn too much - and if you’re Mirza, the faster your studies lead to work experience, the better. Mirza, a student in the Architectural Technology Advanced Diploma program, decided to come to Mohawk College after completing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the...

When you first walk into the Digital Creativity Centre (DCC) , you are hit with a bright and inviting space perfect for collaborating with your fellow classmates. Once you stop to look around , you start to notice that it is much more than a study space. The C entre is the home of Mohawk College’s...

Setbacks are part of life, but did you know that some of the most accomplished people attribute their success to failure? Michael Jordan famously said "I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I...

Did you know that the month of January was named after the Roman god Janus? As the god of doors, he was depicted with two heads that could see the past and future at the same time. It’s fitting that January is often seen as a doorway or a fresh start. A January program could be that fresh start for...

By Louai Moghrabi Canada is one of the best countries in the world for those who want to have a safe place to live and achieve a good future for their families. However, you need to work hard to have a good life and achieve all your goals in Canada, and of course, it will be harder for you as a...

By Bukola Solomon, GBV Education Coordinator and Tina Swayze (GBV Peer Educator) It is time for a Spooktacular amount of fun; however, Halloween is also a high-risk period of the year for sexual violence. 1 in 3 women, 1 in 6 men, and 1 in 2 transgender people will experience sexual violence in...