In a recent statement, Georgian College says the decision to implement this designation was in recognition of and gratitude for the military community – including those at the college who’ve served or who have connections to the military.
The college says the decision was based on several factors, and included collaboration with existing partners in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Dr. Rebecca Sabourin, Dean of Engineering and Environmental Technologies, says the distinction will maximize student potential.
““We’re supporting an underrepresented and underserved student population by fostering learning in a postsecondary environment, and these graduates, some of whom can receive federal funding, will have an economic impact on the community and the region.” said Sabourin.
The college officially welcomed the first cohort of military-connected students this fall.
Members of the military community are encouraged to visit GeorgianCollege.ca/military to learn more about all the military-connected college supports, including sources of federal funding, as well as to find out if they’re eligible for the communication credit.
