The Courier

Updates from ccollett RSS Toggle Comment Threads | Keyboard Shortcuts

• 

  Cailin Collett 10:04 pm on January 28, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: athletics department, ecofriendly, News - Progress (4)   

  Eco-friendly initiatives at Athletic and Wellness Centre 

  By: Fiona Persaud

  Progress Editor

  he Health and Wellness Building is not only a beacon of physical well being for the campus but is expected to be an environmental example for the community as well.

  The two-story building will be designed with enviro-conscious elements including an Ice Peak Storage System that will make ice during hours of low consumption. The ice will then be used to cool the air in the building during peak hours. This method reduces the amount of dollars spent on electricity by using a heavier load during off peak, cheaper, hours.

  “It’s basically like an 80 ton ice-cooler,” said Vish Amin, Centennials Initiatives Coordinator who has been overseeing the project for the past two years.

  The yard will be paved with Pervious Concrete, a material that allows rain water to pass through and into the soil reducing the need for sewers. Rain water will also be collected from the roof and filtered to flush toilets which will reduce the overall use of tap water.  Solar Collectors will also be placed on the roof to heat the water that will be used in showers and faucets.

  The process has taken a learning approach as welling. Students from various programs including architectural and civil engineering students visited the cite throughout the past few months to study its various elements.

  In an effort to reduce waste, 8000 sq feet of flooring from the old gym will be used to build a wall in the new building.

  The 65 000 square foot gymnasium will include squash courts, a cardio area, a climbing wall, an indoor track, two aerobic studios, a spa treatment area and full fitness facility.

  Luckily, students who will be graduating before the building is complete will have a chance to make use of the $75 a semester they currently pay. According to Amin, if a graduate student has paid the fee for an amount of semesters before the centre is finished they will have access to the gym for that many semesters when the building is complete.        

  At this time students have access to subsidized programs off campus including the Scarborough Town Centre YMCA and the Cedarbrae Extreme Fitness

  “Students will get the full package having a healthier life,” said Amin who recognizes the importance of an eco-friendly energy saving building.

  The building is scheduled to be completed March 2011.

   

  Reply Click here to cancel reply.

  Name (required)

  Email (required)

  Web Site

   
• 

  Cailin Collett 9:56 pm on January 28, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: job advice (2)   

  Tips and Tricks to Improve Employability 

  By: Fiona Persaud

  Progress Editor

  • Dress professionally
  • Know about the companies before you approach them
  • Do not ask what the company does
  • Bring your resume and offer to leave copies
  • Visit booths by yourself not with your friends
  • Greet representatives with a handshake and introduce yourself
  • Be prepared to ask intelligent questions about the company
  • Be prepared to answer questions about yourself
  • Do not ask about salary and benefits
   
• 

  Cailin Collett 9:48 pm on January 28, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: career, centennial college (16), News - Progress (4)   

  Career fairs: A great chance to get networking! 

  By: Fiona Persaud
  Morningside Editor

  Students had the opportunity to meet with 25 different employers ranging from short-term summer jobs to long-term industry-specific positions.  earlier this month at the Progress campus. It was part of Centennial’s Business Studies, Hospitality and Tourism Career Fair.

  Companies recruiting included CN Tower, Scotiabank and Winners Merchants International. Recruiting events like these give students an opportunity to meet potential employers, as well as giving students an idea of what life is like after school.

  According to Alice Hsiung, a student employment advisor at Centennial, “it’s a good way to network with employers.”

  She also advises students to come prepared to make a good impression.

  “Beforehand, students should update their resume. Make sure there are no spelling or grammar mistakes. We also post a list of the companies that will be attending the fair so students can go on our website to see who is coming and research about the companies they are interested in,” Hsiung said.

  Christina Ramsaroop, a Recruiting Manager for InField Marketing Group noted students should not limit themselves to the companies specifically targeting their program, but rather, “learn what you can about everyone.”

  According to Hsiung, companies involve themselves in career fairs for a chance to meet and screen potential candidates. However, career fairs should not be the only method used during the job-seeking process.

  “Our department has other information sessions throughout the year including employment information and workshops that help with job finding,” Hsiung said.

  The next career fair at Progress will be held on March 17 for Community Studies which will target programs such as Child and Youth Worker, Early Childhood Assistant, Early Childhood Education, Police Foundations, and Recreation and Leisure Services.

   
• 

  Cailin Collett 9:43 pm on January 28, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: basketball (3), centennial college (16), extramural (2), Sports (16)   

  Back to Basics: coach puts big hope in new players and the gym 

  By: Lloyd Quansah

  Courier Staff

  The men’s extramural basketball team has been assembled after tryouts that took place Jan. 8 –9. Coach Ken Wade ran the practices to determine the new team.

  With last year’s group moving on, he had to quickly add to the team. He still has guard/forward Jerel Beals from last year’s team. He also mentions guard/forward Tommy Murphy as another key component for the team. 

  “They have a lot of skills in terms of they could take their man off the dribble, they’re very good shooters, they’re great one-on-one defenders, teams leaders. As a matter of fact, very great team leaders,” Wade said about both players. “And those are the players you want to build your team around.”

  He expressed disappointment in the lack of athletes available at the college. He is hoping Centennial’s new initiative will result in more active people. 

  “As a matter of fact I was thinking, ‘where (are) all the athletes down in Toronto?’” he said. “For some apparent reason, as years go by, it seems we have less and less athletes who what to really to take part in sports and so on.” 

  “Now Centennial College is trying to move on by building a gym and I hope that will draw a lot of attention in there so we could get so good athletes into the program,” he said.

  He has lowered his expectations for the team because of the new players and the fact that most of them have not played many years of organized basketball. He said they are known to play more of “street ball” style, he needs to be patient and instill his system.

  “These guys are new, they’re learning the system; a lot of guys learning a system. It takes time. And as a coach, trust me, (you’re) scratching your head, you’re thinking forever.” Wade said. “It’s a lot of work and a lot of guys are not ready as yet.”

  Wade is hoping his style of coaching will help them learn the plays.

  “It takes time and patience and effort, but you have to have the right coach to do those kind of things. You have to be patient with them also. And that’s where I’m at right now, to be honest with you. Things are going great right now, so it doesn’t matter if these guys buy into the system I’m trying to teach them. If they buy into the system, then they’ll be good,” he said.

   
• 

  Cailin Collett 9:41 pm on January 28, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: centennialcollege (3), courier (5), extramural (2), hockey, Sports (16)   

  Extramural hockey looking for help behind the bench 

  By: Aaron Lui

  Courier Staff

  The Centennial College extramural men’s ice hockey team may get a new addition to their club in the coming weeks. The team is on the lookout for an assistant coach.

  Head coach Robert McCulley has interviewed a few candidates, “but interest has been mild,” he says. 

  The position, which previously hasn’t been held before, will serve to facilitate routine practices and allow 15 players to experience a more personal coaching strategy. 

  “I kind of need somebody else to keep half the guys occupied while I get it going on the other end,” McCulley says. “Keeping the guys organized, keeping them (focused) on what the game plan is, what expectations are and giving them a little feedback on how they’re doing.” 

  Either pre-game or post-game, McCulley hopes the assistant coach will also offer input on observations made about the team, whether it’s from something done well or something needing improvement. As for an in-game scenario, an assistant coach will likely handle defensive strategies.  

  “Other things that an assistant coach might do is give me feedback on how I’m doing too,” McCulley said. “Nothing is ever a one-way street… but that’s all based on how much they know about the game and how they fit in, personalities play a dynamic for coaches and players.”

   
• 

  Cailin Collett 8:45 pm on January 27, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: ccsai (9), centennialcollege (3), courier (5), January (3)   

  Finished our first issue of 2010. Check it out tomorrow!

   
• 

  Cailin Collett 8:43 pm on January 27, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: ccsai (9), centennialcollege (3), courier (5), January (3)   

  New Issue of The Centennial College Courier – out tomorrow! 

  Get your copy on campus or check out http://www.thecourier.ca

   
• 

  Cailin Collett 10:32 pm on January 20, 2010 Permalink | Reply
  Tags: centennial college (16), courier (5), January (3)   

  Working away on the new January Issue – hits stands January 28, 2010. Check it out!