NAIT NewsWatch – November 1, 2024
November 5, 2024 - NAIT NewsWatch returns this week, and we cover stories on international student policy changes, a new gambling course at the University of Alberta, Edmonton’s festivals struggling to keep up wit
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NAIT mandates double vaccination for people coming to campus
Starting November 8, people have to show their proof of vaccination when entering NAIT’s campus. Negative rapid-test results can’t take the place of vaccination; unless a person made an accommodation ahead of time. Melanie Rogers, NAIT’s Vice-President for External Relations, said, “Health and safety are top priority; and students, staff, visitors, anyone coming to campus […]
New Edmonton-based book Covid Collections hits stores
BIPOC, disabled and 2SLGBTQIA+ Edmontonians are sharing their experiences with COVID-19 in a new book, Covid Collections. The book, assembled by author Stephanie Florence and designer Autumn Sjølie, showcases the work of local artists. “The book, to me, feels like a really warm embrace,” said Stephanie Florence, author of Covid Collections. The designer of Covid […]
NAIT NewsWatch – October 29, 2021
This week on NAIT NewsWatch, we cover how prices in Canada are going up due to supply and demand. Also, a fundraiser with extra life to raise money for the Stollery Children’s Hospital. In sports, the men’s and women’s Ooks soccer teams are gearing up for championships, and the Oil Kings welcome a new rookie […]
Former Ooks hockey player returns as head coach
The Ooks men’s hockey team has a new boss on the bench, Scott Fellnermayr, and he’s no stranger to NAIT. Fellnermayr played for the Ooks hockey team from 2012 to 2016. He was the team’s captain his last two seasons. “It’s interesting; it’s been a long time since I’ve played,” said Scott Fellnermayr, head coach. […]
NAIT News Watch – October 22, 2021
This week on NAIT NewsWatch, we cover a record-making municipal election, a vital tool in the fight against opioid overdose and what NAIT is doing to check vaccination status. In sports, we look at the Ooks women’s basketball team, the NAIT soccer teams going into finals, and the Oil Kings’ new acquisition. In entertainment, we […]