Future Ready Blog

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...

Out of high school, Calum wasn’t sure what career path to take. He completed several courses in computer sciences but knew it wasn’t a good fit. “I originally wanted to be an author, writing fantasy or science fiction novels since I’m an avid reader of those genres. I figured that Journalism would...

When Katherine Venasse found herself experiencing panic attacks and irregular heart rhythms, she turned to research. Katherine wanted to understand why irregular heart rhythms occur. The exploration of her condition resulted in much more than comprehension: It sparked an interest in cardiac anatomy...

Chandler Boyd is following his grandfather’s footsteps. Years ago, the alumnus’s grandfather was a nurse at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH). Today, Chandler is in the same role, at the same workplace, making the same positive impact. “I love the ability to make close connections and lasting...

The friendships you will make during your time at Mohawk College may last the rest of your life. They could open doors to new careers or support you during challenging times. Make the most of your time at school and start forming these friendships today. Here are some tips on how you can start...

Written by Gagangeet Kaur Third-year Business Administration – Marketing student My name is Gagan, and you have probably seen me on Mohawk College’s social media accounts, doing some promotional content. That ’ s right! I am everyone's favourite co-op student! My time at Mohawk is almost over, and...

By Emmett Steele ‘22 Sandra Shlemoon , a recent graduate from the Computer E ngineering T echnology p rogram , has always had a fascination for electronics , technology , and the way they come together. Her passion led her to pursue a career in computer engineering. “ S ince I was a child, I was so...

By Emmett Steele ‘22 - Journalism Karen Gomez Upegui, a Personal Support Worker (PSW) 110 program student, has always dreamed of being a nurse and helping those in need. Karen travelled to Canada on her own to make her dream a reality. “It’s a long journey for me. I’m an international student from...

By Emmett Steele ‘22 Mohawk College has launched a new Public Health Nursing Ontario College Graduate Certificate Program this year. The program aims to become a nationally recognized certification for those wishing to enter public health nursing. Under the guidance of lead subject matter expert...

Shelby’s dad was a jack of all trades. Along with a well-rounded repertoire, he also inspired his daughter to consider various career trajectories. It was an influence strong enough to encourage Shelby to pursue a career in trades — where women are still notably underrepresented. In the industrial...