News and Stories
Perseverance pays off for esthetician grad
When Jayna Morrison crossed the stage to receive her parchment for completing Lakeland College's esthetician program, it marked the end of a two-year journey. “It's been a great experience for me,” says the 20-year-old. “Every day I pushed myself out of my comfort zone.” Prior to enrolling...
What's the Buzz?
The University of Calgary is working with Lakeland College to take a deep dive into the effect of beneficial insects living in natural habitats and non-farmed spaces, such as in-field wetlands, on canola yields. Initial research conducted by UCalgary has shown that insects and other arthropods...
Like mother, like daughter
The world of interior design is continuously evolving, but one trend stays constant for this mom and daughter - the value of a Lakeland College education. Courtney Corbiere is eager to accept her interior design technology (IDT) diploma at convocation on June 7. Equally excited is her mom Shelly,...
Lakeland experience inspires academic success
Daneca Goldsmith's notable academic standing earned her one of Lakeland's most prestigious accolades: the Governor General's Academic Medal. The business administration diploma graduate received the honour at Lakeland College's Lloydminster campus Convocation Ceremony on May 31. “I believe in...
Thriving third beginning for energy student
Lakeland College is a "win, win, win" says Dale Mizera. The 46-year-old, from Viking, Alta., hit the restart button to pursue a career in the energy sector. After attending Lakeland's Open House in 2017, he enrolled in the heavy oil power engineering program (HOPE). In September 2018 he hit the...