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THIS IS SLC: OUR COLLEGE NEWS

A weekly newsletter for St. Lawrence College employees.

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Our People
Workplace Inclusion Project Continues with City of Kingston and KEYS
November 25, 2021
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Categories: Our People
A team of SLC student research assistants from a wide range of programs and two faculty members are continuing their analysis of the Workplace Inclusion Charter Expansion (WICE) through SLC’s department of Business Engagement and Innovation.
Our Programs
SLC laboratories embracing digital transformation
November 18, 2021
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Categories: Our Programs
SLC laboratories started their digital transformation a year ago with the implementation of a Laboratory Compliance app to manage records related to Safety and Operation in its academic laboratories.
New pathway allows SLC graduates access to a Queen’s University degree
November 18, 2021
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Categories: Our Programs
SLC graduates have a new post-graduation opportunity thanks to a bridging partnership with Queen’s Engineering. A formalized agreement between the two schools will allow graduates from SLC’s Civil Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma program to pursue a bachelor's in Civil Engineering at Queen’s. 
Our Students
Q&A with the Student Rights and Responsibilities Office (SRRO)
November 18, 2021
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Categories: Our Students
Meet the tri-campus Student Rights & Responsibilities Office (SRRO) team of Anya Brooker and Katie Sills and learn how they help students navigate their academic and non-academic college experience.
Our Communities
United Way Campaign Exceeds Goal
November 18, 2021
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Categories: Our Communities
SLC’s annual United Way campaign wrapped up on November 5 to a resounding success. Building on last year’s record of $13,686 raised, the goal of $15,000 was exceeded with a total of $15,820 raised. Read more about the two-week campaign, which featured three speakers for the SLC United Way Guest Speaker Series, and how to donate.
Remembrance Day
November 11, 2021
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Categories: Our Communities
Today is Remembrance Day, a day to commemorate Canada’s soldiers who fought and died for our freedom and democracy. Flags on campus are lowered in their honour. Please pay respect and show support for Canada’s veterans and those currently serving in the Canadian Forces. Learn more about Remembrance Day at SLC.
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Important dates

November 20: Virtual Open House (8:30-11:30am)
November 24: Webinar - Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Services Available for SLC Employees (1pm; more information and registration in HR Tips & Tricks newsletter)
November 26: CICan Awards nominations due
December 17: Last day of classes (most programs)
December 18-24: College is open; most operations are shut down
December 22: Grades deadline for PeopleSoft
December 25-January 2: College is closed
January 3: College re-opens
January 10: First day of classes for BScN and apprenticeship programs
January 17: Orientation Day
January 17: First day of classes for returning students and most trades programs
January 18: First day of classes for new students 

Faith, Culture, and Social Justice Calendar

November 15 to December 24: Nativity Feast (Christian)
November 20: Transgender Day of Remembrance
November 25: Day of the Covenant (Bahá’í)
November 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
November 27: Ascension of Abdu’l-Bahá (Bahá’í)
November 28 to December 6: Hannukkah (Jewish)
November 28 to December 24: Advent begins (Christian)

View the Faith, Culture, and Social Justice Calendar