Welcome, Centennial Family! We are so excited to begin this new semester with you. Here’s what happened in the first month of the Fall semester.
Cenchella: Sweet Escape
The CCSAI started this academic year by welcoming our students back with the recently hosted Cenchella: Sweet Escape Welcome Party. The event was kicked off by the Cenchella campus tours, which were a great success as approximately 1000 students were in attendance at the welcome party and we were able to provide students with positive experiences and a great time.
We would like to thank all the students who took part in the events, as well as our team who helped in organizing, we could not have done it without you!
Foodbank Expansion at Progress Campus
We are proud to announce that the foodbank expansion at the Progress campus has been completed. We as an organization can now serve our students better with an improved delivery system while providing food hampers to students in need.
You can access our foodbank services at ccsai.ca/food-bank/
Consultation on Strategic Plan 2025-2029
After completing the first draft of our 2025-2029 Strategic plan, we moved forward with consultations by gathering input from students, alumni and the college through the Strategic Planning Engagement Tour (SPET). These sessions were made available with the collaboration of Centennial College with both online and in-person access available. We appreciate everyone who took part in these sessions.
Ontario Student Voices at Cenchella
As a member association in OSV, we invited the organization to Progress campus during the Cenchella campus tours to connect with our students. During the campus visit, OSV communicated with students and got some insight into what the students would like the organization to focus on in the near future.
Truth and Reconciliation Day
In recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day, the Centre for Faculty Development and Teaching Innovation (CFDTI) hosted a special Orange Shirt Day. The event highlights were:
- Opening Ceremony led by Liz Akiwenzie, Healer in Residence, Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre.
- Workshops on Indigenous history, culture, and reconciliation.
- Indigenous-inspired menu presented by the School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts.
- Exclusive Orange Shirts designed by Indigenous artist Madison Pascal
We hope that was a day of learning and reflection for everyone.
World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics – Youth Congress
The World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) is an international network of national and regional associations of colleges as well as individual colleges. WFCP provides leadership in delivering workforce education for our global economy and is also a keyway for colleges to link with other key stakeholders in the Skills landscape such as employers, sector skills councils, industry, government, funding agencies etc to help emphasise our position in the Skills ‘ecosystem’.
The WFCP youth congress took place at Montego Bay, St James, Jamaica, West Indies, from September 22-27 2024 and our CCSAI President Ajane Adams and the Vice-President of Progress Campus Kara Mei Herrera were invited to represent the CCSAI and be a part of success with other global experts and professionals collaborating, sharing insights, and catalysing transformative change in the education landscape.
Club Spotlight
This past month we had our Club Spotlight on the CCSAI Movie Club and the Centennialista Filipino Association respectively. The CCSAI Movie Club provides an opportunity for students to interact, discuss, and bond over their shared passion for films. Lead by Nabeel Al J. and Thelma P., they received last year’s Professionalism Excellence Award.
The Centennialista Filipino Association foster inclusive and vibrant community, passionately dedicated to exploring and celebrating Filipino culture. While the club offers supportive spaces for Filipino students, the door is open to all interested in immersing themselves in the richness of Filipino heritage. Recipients of the Cultural Ambassador Award & last year’s runner up for Club of the Year, this club is run by Angela V. and Ramon T.
Find more information on our diverse range of student clubs and how to get involved on our website at ccsai.ca/clubs
Coming Up Next: Mark Your Calendars!
Snack and Chat: Don’t miss out on a chance to connect with your campus Vice President in a relaxed, friendly setting to discuss academics, advocacy, or simply make new connections.
- Monday, Oct 28th, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Morningside
- Tuesday, Oct 29th, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm – Progress
- Wednesday, Oct 30th, 12:00 – 2:00 pm – Story Arts Centre
- Thursday, Oct 31st, 2:00 – 4:00 pm – Performing Arts Centre
- Friday, Oct 31st, 2:30 – 4:30 pm – Ashtonbee
- Friday, Nov 1st, 12:30 – 2:30 pm – Downsview
For more details about Snack and Chat with your VP, visit CCSAI.ca/events
Tricks and Treats with Wayne Hoffman
Prepare yourself for a night of mystery and entertainment! Join us for Tricks and Treats, where mentalist Wayne Hoffman will captivate you with mind-bending illusions and interactive performances that challenge your perception.
Don’t miss out on an evening of Halloween thrills, laughter, and magical moments. 🎃 🧠✨
EVENT DETAILS:
When: October 29, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Student Centre Main Events Hall – Progress Campus
Price: FREE with the donation of a non-perishable food item
Get your tickets here!
