News and Stories

Lakeland's sustainable energy programs receive industry approval
Lakeland College's sustainable energy technology (SET) diploma and microcredential programs have received a stamp of approval by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). Lakeland courses meet NABCEP's high standards in the knowledge and expertise needed to design, install...

Hands-on lab experience prepares alum for industry
Eric Cook's decision to pursue a career in the energy industry with Lakeland's heavy oil and power engineering (HOPE) program was a last minute one, and one that has led him to a rewarding, exciting career. Coming out of high school in Lloydminster, the Class of 2021 alumnus wasn't sure what direction...

Interior design students bank on material resource
Lakeland College was one of the first post-secondaries in North America to participate in Materialbank's beta program of their design student portal in 2020. Brea Holt and Carolyn Stensrud, now second-year interior design technology (IDT) students, were in their first year when they received verified...

Naturally nurturing generational success
Elenee Young doesn't skip a beat. As marketing manager for Spiro's, a third generation Greek/Canadian eatery located in Lloydminster, Elenee Young is often the voice for change and looking for the next thing to keep the family business moving forward. “I'm probably the first person in our family...

Lakeland celebrates six years as Top Employer
For the sixth consecutive year, Lakeland College staff and faculty have cause to celebrate - being named one of Alberta's Top 75 Employers for 2022. “Being named one of Alberta's top 75 employers is such an honour for us,” says Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College....