Confederation College celebrates Sioux Lookout campus graduates

Jesse Bonello - Staff Writer

Confederation College celebrated its Sioux Lookout Campus graduates, alongside faculty, alumni, and family members, at St. Andrew’s United Church on June 13.
“I wanted to offer my congratulations to the graduates and to all the families that are here… There are many job opportunities in health care in Sioux Lookout so, if you choose to stay here, you will be welcome. If you choose to go back to your home community that’s not Sioux Lookout, good luck there to all of you,” shared Sioux Lookout Mayor Doug Lawrance during the convocation.
This year marked the final year of Confederation College students attending classes at the 70 Wellington Street campus in Sioux Lookout. Starting in the fall, students will be attending classes at their new facilities, which are located in the recently opened Sioux North High School.
“It’s so exciting because we needed new facilities so to be able to partner with the school, and build a wing for ourselves, is wonderful. We’ll be having a grand opening this fall,” shared Confederation College President Kathleen Lynch.
“Your environment plays a big role in how you feel, so we needed a better environment for our students to support them and their learning,” she added.
Sioux Lookout Campus student Mary Spray was awarded with an Academic Award of Excellence and the Sioux Lookout Campus Award of Excellence during the convocation. She shared that winning the awards were a big surprise.
“It was shocking. I didn’t expect it at all… It’s a sense of relief. It’s been a long two years. A lot of hard work and a lot of reading, so I’m glad it’s done,” said Spray.
Graduating from the Business program, Thunder Bay Campus was Kelly Anderson, a Sioux Lookout resident.
Graduating from the Native Child and Family Services program was Shoshonee Kakagamic.
Graduates from the Personal Support Worker program were Patricia Carson and Shannon Hoos.
Graduates from the Practical Nursing program were Stephanie Hynds, Kyla Piskor, and Mary Spray.
Graduates from the Pre-Health Sciences (Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas) program were Madison St Jean, Faith Nymark, and Michelle Quedent.
Graduates from the Pre-Health Sciences (Pathway to Diplomas and Degrees) program were Carmen Brailsford and Samantha Carson.
From the Pre-Health Sciences (Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas) program, the Academic Award of Excellence was awarded to Madison St Jean.
From the Pre-Health Sciences (Pathway to Diplomas and Degrees) program, the Academic Award of Excellence was awarded to Carmen Brailsford.
From the Practical Nursing program, the Academic Award of Excellence was awarded to Mary Spray.
The Sioux Lookout Campus Award of Excellence was awarded to Mary Spray.