News and Stories
Finding inspiration at the Inspiring Women's Conference
Standing on stage, moderating a conference proved not only to be a first for Maxine Lebo, but a highlight in her Lakeland College experience. Enrolled in the business administration diploma program, majoring in small business and entrepreneurship, Lebo put her public speaking skills to great use...
Lakeland livestock research scientist wins AFAC Award of Distinction
Dr. Brenda Ralston, a livestock research scientist at Lakeland College, is the recipient of Alberta Farm Animal Care (AFAC) 2022 Award of Distinction. The announcement was made Thursday, March 17 by AFAC. The annual Award of Distinction recognizes one individual or group who has made exceptional...
Lakeland offers innovative new approach to agribusiness
Starting this fall, Lakeland College will offer a re-imagined agribusiness program, one which has been updated to reflect the evolving world of business and agriculture. “The world of agribusiness is constantly changing with many new and exciting opportunities presenting themselves,” says...
Lakeland Board of Governors welcomes new public members
Lakeland College is pleased to welcome two new public members to the Board of Governors - Dr. Sean Lessard and Dean Fahselt. “Our board of governors is a tremendous resource for all of us at Lakeland,” says Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College. “They bring...
Ag degree opens a world of opportunity
When Courtney Wallace first started looking into post-secondary opportunities, she wasn't sure where she wanted to end up - all she knew was that her background in and passion for agriculture would lead her where she wanted to go. The fourth generation beef cattle farmer and 4-H member was researching...