Silver lining: Durham College student takes silver at Skills Canada National Competition Posted on June 13, 2013 at 10:51 am. Fifth national medal claimed by college since 2008 OSHAWA, ON. – Following a successful showing at last month’s 2013 Ontario Technological Skills Competition (OTSC), Durham College announced today that it has also made an impact at the national level. Michael Mills, a Level 3 – Advanced Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship student, won silver in the Precision Machining category at the Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC), which was held from June 5 to 8 in Vancouver, B.C., giving the college its fifth national medal in only five years. Prior to claiming the national title, Mills won gold in the same category at the OTSC, held in Waterloo from May 6 to 8. In addition, Mitch Tempro, a second-year student in the Mechanical Technician – Mechanical Maintenance and Control program, also competed at the national competition in the Industrial Mechanic Millwright category after winning gold at the OTSC. “Once again, our students have achieved exceptional results on the national stage,” said Judy Robinson, vice-president, Academic, Durham College. “Their accomplishments are a direct reflection of the hard work and commitment they put into their studies and the instruction and mentoring they receive from their professors, re-affirming that the skills and programs taught at Durham College prepare students for success in their professional careers. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Michael on his performance at this highly regarded competition.” The 19th annual event is an Olympic-style, multi-trade and technology competition welcoming more than 500 competitors from across the county to compete in more than 40 trade and technology categories. “I am honoured and privileged to have had the opportunity to compete at the OTSC, representing Durham College and the province of Ontario,” said Mills. “I owe a big thank you to my workplace and Durham College for all the knowledge they have given me to help me be successful. Without them I would not be where I am today. I would also like to thank my professor Andrew Prior for giving me the opportunity to compete and the faculty in the Tool and Die Maker program for their help along the way. Also thanks to my family and friends for their support during this amazing experience that I will never forget.” Skills Canada is a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies to Canadian youth. The organization offers experiential learning opportunities including skilled trades and technology competitions for hundreds of thousands of young Canadians through regional, provincial/territorial, national and international events, as well as skilled trade awareness programs. -30- About Durham College At Durham College, the student experience comes first. In September 2012, the college welcomed more than 30,000 students to campus including 9,047 full-time post-secondary students as well as part-time and continuing education students; apprentices; and online learners. The college offers a wide range of market-driven programs in a number of different disciplines including business, information technology, media, art, design, general arts, science, skilled trades, justice, emergency services, health and engineering technology, enabling students to develop the skills required to meet the demands of today’s job market. A three-phase expansion of the college’s Whitby campus is currently underway. Phase 1 opened in September 2009 followed by Phase 2 in May 2011. Phase 3 will see the creation of a 36,000-square-foot building focused on agriculture, culinary, hospitality and tourism. Accommodating approximately 900 new students, it will house new classrooms and labs and offer a full-service, green-certified restaurant and lounge and see the creation of a greenhouse – all of which will be open to the general public. In addition, a new Student Services building opened at the Oshawa campus in January 2011. For more information, visit www.durhamcollege.ca or call 905.721.2000. Media contact: Michelle Roebuck/Allison Rosnak Communications, Marketing and External Relations Durham College 905.721.2000 ext. 2197/ext. 2333 michelle.roebuck@durhamcollege.ca/allison.rosnak@durhamcollege.ca SHARE:
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