Then you get to the big library," she said. Yukon College has officially become Yukon University, or “YukonU.” The post-secondary institution made the announcement in a press release May 18.
Our 13 campuses are located on the traditional territories of the 14 Yukon First Nations and we respect and Yukon First Nations knowledge, worldviews and educational priorities in every aspect of has been named as YukonU’s eighth president and vice chancellor was passed unanimously by the Yukon Legislative Assembly in November 2019.
Yukon College is not about to forget its roots even as it moves to become a university, the school's president says. Yukon College officially came to life in March of 1983. Test Prep. She said the focus right now is on "quality assurance" — making sure the school meets national standards — and significantly boosting enrolment.She said it may be four or five more years before the college successfully graduates to a university, but she's convinced it's the right move. "When you drive onto the [Nanaimo] campus of Vancouver Island University, the first building you see is welding.
Karen Barnes also said the college will stay committed to vocational training.Yukon College won't abandon trades in quest to become university It now has 13 campuses across the territory and offers more than 50 degree, diploma, certificate, trades … As Yukon University, higher learning will expand its scope on northern and First Nations issues and provide our people with more opportunities to contribute to their governments, their communities and society as a whole.”Peter Johnston, Grand Chief, Council of Yukon First Nations“In 1973, First Nation leaders called for a university in Yukon. ], they have a big trades building, right across from the law building. Math and Science. Thu investment supports the Arctic and Northern Policy Framework and contributes towards closing the gaps in post-secondary education.Our leading-edge research in climate change and permafrost, Indigenous self-determination and governance, and resource development, technology and innovation, will benefit researchers looking to understand northern climates, the North and the rest of Canada. Guided by Yukon communities and the 14 Yukon First Nations, is grounded in reconciliation and the northern experience.With over 50 degree, diploma, certificate, trades and university prep programs, YukonU will continue the tradition of northern-focused education, training and applied research established by Yukon College, while expanding opportunities for northerners. Michel Barwell.
Yukon, Canada. It will offer professional trades training in communities and at work sites. In 2020, the launch of Yukon University – Canada’s first university north of 60° – honours that call and breathes life into that vision.
Guided by Yukon communities and the 14 Yukon First Nations, Yukon University (YukonU) is grounded in reconciliation and the northern experience.
reviewed and approved by Campus Alberta Quality CouncilDegree in northern studies (in development; anticipated launch Fall 2021)Bachelor of Science in Northern Environmental and Conservation ScienceThe Government of Canada is providing $26M over five years for the construction of a new science building. Yukon College’s programming meets the needs of students and communities in the Yukon, and beyond. Fall course and student support delivery options will be announced soon. This marks a new chapter for post-secondary education in Yukon that will help to enrich our communities and create social and economic opportunities for the people of the North.”“The evolution of Yukon College over the past 57 years has been nothing short of phenomenal and I am incredibly proud to see it take this historic step, becoming the first territorial university in Canada. Comments on this story are moderated according to ourIt is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges.Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered onThe president of Yukon College says plans are moving ahead to help the institution evolve into a university.
The establishment of Yukon University achieves a significant objective of the institution’s 2013 and 2016 multi-year strategic plans.
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The Act came into force in February of this year. The Program Coordinator works with other programming organizations (BYTE, Skills Canada Yukon, City of Whitehorse and others) and institutions (Yukon College, Yukon Education, Apprenticeship Yukon) to provide trades and technology related programming and promotion for girls and women. With over 50 degree, diploma, certificate, trades and university prep programs, YukonU will continue the tradition of northern … Yukon College won't abandon trades in quest to become university The president of Yukon College says plans are moving ahead to help the institution evolve into a university. As a hybrid university, it will be a hub for international Arctic and northern research while continuing to offer degrees and trades programs that meet the learning needs of all Yukoners.
Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. provides an environment of cultural sensitivity for all. Yukon University will open new doors for Arctic and climate change research, and expand post-secondary options for Yukon students, right here at home.