Future Ready Blog

There’s little that can compare the knowledge and skills gained from firsthand experience. Instructions and explanations can help you learn the foundation, but a hands-on learning environment can teach lessons that can’t be learned in a traditional classroom. For Ayalew, a university graduate, this...

John Paul ‘21 finished his Mohawk program nearly 20 years after he began his studies, crediting his mature student journey as one of his greatest strengths. “I started at Mohawk in 2004,” John Paul says. “Then, I unfortunately had to leave in 2005 due to illness in the family.” Disheartened to pause...

When you're a refugee coming to a new country, there are so many experiences that can be an opportunity for growth. That was the case for one Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance student, Philip, who came to Canada with a passion for airplanes, but didn't yet know he could turn that interest...

College is a keystone moment in your life. Not only are you entering a new phase of your education to accomplish your goals, but you're embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Although it's easy to get wrapped up in academics, remember that college isn't just about your classes. It's also about...

Elizabeth-Joy Phillips loves working with people and doing everything she can to help them. Her passion has led her to the Social Service Worker program at Mohawk College, and her unstoppable drive has helped to secure her current role as President of Mohawk Student Association (MSA). She has always...

International Women's Day, March 8, is a day that celebrates women's achievements and raises awareness about discriminiation. This year, we are showcasing three successful entrepreneurs who have been a part of DEFY, Katie Cyr, Shelley Gordon, and Melanie Wong. Each of these women have a unique story...

Chloe DeVries, a student in the Business – Administration program at Mohawk College, never saw herself being able to succeed in or even get accepted to a university program while in high school. “Coming out of high-school, I really doubted myself and my ability to thrive in a university environment...

Sustainability is everyone’s responsibility. Mohawk graduate, Emilee Schevers, agrees. During her final semester in the Early Childhood Education program, Emilee came across a social media post for the Sustainability Office’s Sustainability Initiatives Fund (SIF) Ideabank that calls on students to...

Biotechnology is an amazing branch of science that has the power to revolutionize the way we live, from developing new medical treatments to improving the sustainability of our food systems. This ever-evolving field is increasingly in demand as technology and biology continue to intersect. The...

Faster than a master's degree, more powerful than an internship, able to leap into work experience in a single bound. Look! Up past the Skyway bridge. It’s a graduate certificate! Joking aside, it's a super option for anyone looking to expand their career options without a huge time commitment...