Durham College to open Indo-Canadian Cultural Association of Durham Inc. Career and Community Link Centre at Oshawa campus Posted on September 17, 2012 at 2:38 pm. Event will celebrate partnership between Indian heritage association and Durham College Oshawa, Ont. –Durham College President Don Lovisa and Shashi Bhatia, chairperson of the Indo-Canadian Cultural Association of Durham Inc. (ICCAD), will be joined by Dave Ryan, mayor, City of Pickering; Durham College students, faculty and staff; and members of the community on Friday, September 21 as the college officially welcomes the ICCAD Career and Community Link Centre to the Oshawa campus. The centre will be assisting the college with the delivery of services to newly-arrived international students as they transition into the post-secondary education system in Canada. Keeping with Durham College’s vision of providing a vibrant campus that enriches the student life experience, ICCAD volunteers will provide a welcoming community, student mentorship and opportunities to experience Canadian culture; promote an inclusive society; and provide opportunities for students to get actively involved in the community. In addition to outlining the partnership between the college and the ICCAD and the positive benefits it will provide to students, the event will feature traditional food and dance. Who: Don Lovisa, president, Durham College; Shashi Bhatia, chairperson, ICCAD; Dave Ryan, mayor, City of Pickering; Durham College students, faculty and staff; and Community members. When: Friday, September 21Noon to 1:30 p.m. Where: Durham College Oshawa campusStudent Services building, Room 116 A/B2000 Simcoe Street North Oshawa, Ont. Parking: Enter off Simcoe Street North and proceed to Founders 2 parking lot. For more information: Allison RosnakCommunications and Marketing905.721.2000 ext. 2333allison.rosnak@durhamcollege.ca SHARE:
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