NAIT NewsWatch – March 28, 2025
March 31, 2025 - Tonight on NAIT NewsWatch, a look at declining student voter turnout at the polls as preparations begin for the next federal election, NAIT gets provincial funding for a new skills centre, and Tesla f
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NAIT’s women’s hockey team playing for gold
NAIT’s women’s hockey team has its sights set on winning gold. This is the first time since 2016 that they will take part in the ACAC Championship series. Their final matchup is against their 109 Street rival, the MacEwan Griffins. “We have a great culture, and these girls will win if they want to win,” […]
NAIT’s Pride Week kicks off with a colourful parade
Staff and students kicked off NAIT’s fifth annual Pride Week with a colourful parade around campus on March 4. The week-long event is to show support and learn more about the LGBTQ2+ community. “The types of events we do at Pride Week are about expanding horizons, are about challenging people to think. Whether it’s about diversity […]
Edmonton scientist develops new way to detect explosives
Dr. Christina Gonzalez, a scientist from the University of Alberta, has created a new method of explosive detection that can be carried in your pocket. “The strip of paper is no bigger than a business card,” explains Gonzalez. “It’s also impregnated with our silicone-based microdots, so essentially very small nano-particles. These microdots, when illuminated with […]
Peers supporting peers at NAIT
NAIT students now have access to a new complimentary counselling service. The Peer Support Centre, which opened its doors on January 30. It’s a confidential service run by students, for students, and is designed to give support and resources to those who may be struggling. “There’s no judgement, we don’t take your ID. It’s a […]
NAIT turns pink for anti-bullying day
NAIT staff and students dawned pink shirts at a rally Wednesday as a show of support to those affected by bullying. The event is part of the fourth annual anti-bullying day across campus. One of the many NAIT students to attend the afternoon rally was second-year academic upgrading student Shayfer Glueck. Glueck has personally experienced […]