News and Stories

Sharing a love of dairy with future farmers
Lovholm Holsteins near Balgonie, Sask., is a labour of love for Lakeland College alumni Michael and Jessica Lovich. With both born into dairy farming families, Michael in Cherhill and Jessica in Ponoka, Alta., a love for the industry is in their blood and something they are hoping to pass on to...

Setting up for success while learning from home
Going beyond the classroom means bringing the classroom experience home for many students this year. For Gabriella Marsh, Lakeland College's blended program delivery is exactly what she needs to accomplish her goals and take care of her family. Currently a first-year business administration diploma...

Lakeland College's applied research capacity to grow
Lakeland College's applied research portfolio is growing thanks to the governments of Canada and Alberta. Lakeland is getting a $1.9-million grant to transition two critical agriculture research programs. This investment in research will also expand research capacity and teaching opportunities...

Lakeland launches bachelor of agriculture technology degree
Lakeland College is offering Canada's first degree in agriculture technology this fall. Developed to enable students to keep ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of agricultural technology, Lakeland's bachelor of agriculture technology program offers real-world experience with the...

Health and wellness alumni return to Lakeland for more learning and support
Though this academic year has been unlike any other, for some students, returning to Lakeland College was the support they needed during these unprecedented times. Both Kyla Millard and Zoe Quinney graduated from health and wellness programs last year when the COVID-19 pandemic forced their programs...