Durham College welcomes new member to its Board of Governors Posted on January 7, 2016 at 3:56 pm. Oshawa, ON – Durham College is pleased to welcome Andrée Robichaud to its Board of Governors as a new external member, effective December 10, 2015. Robichaud, who takes over from former Governor Renate Ilse, brings a wealth of management and governmental experience within the health-care sector to the position. She is currently president and chief executive officer of Rouge Valley Health System in Toronto, Ontario and has served in the same roles for numerous other health authorities including the Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre and the Vitalite Sante Regional Health Authority in New Brunswick. In addition, she has worked in senior leadership roles with the New Brunswick Ministry of Health. “Strong governance is incredibly important, especially as Durham College continues to develop and grow,” said Robichaud. “I am looking forward to contributing to the success of both students and the institution as a whole through my participation on its Board of Governors.” Robichaud holds both a degree in recreation and a Masters of Public Administration from the Universite de Moncton. As part of the board, she will work with its 16 other members to provide oversight and leadership for Durham College and its students. “On behalf of the Durham College Board of Governors, I am pleased to welcome Andrée to Durham College, “ said Pierre Tremblay, chair, Durham College Board of Governors. “Her significant knowledge and unique expertise complement the strength of our existing Board and I look forward to working together to provide guidance to the college as it continues to evolve.” To learn more about the college’s Board of Governors, visit www.durhamcollege.ca/bog. -30- About Durham College At Durham College, the student experience comes first. In September 2015, the college welcomed more than 30,000 students to campus including 12,000 full-time and apprenticeship as well as part-time and continuing education students and online learners. The college offers a wide range of market-driven programs in a number of different disciplines including culinary, hospitality, tourism, horticulture, 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. Media contact: Allison Rosnak Durham College Communications and Marketing 905.721.2000 ext. 2333 allison.rosnak@durhamcollege.ca SHARE:
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