College opens spaces for students to study on campus
While Camosun College still doesn’t want students hanging around on campus more than they need to, there are now spaces for students looking to study in between classes “in most college buildings,” and outdoor spaces, according to a college email. The college is still advising students to stay away from areas that are cordoned off and to continue to follow signage about the number of people allowed in a particular space.
Camosun Chargers back on the courts practicing
The Camosun Chargers basketball and volleyball teams had their fall season cancelled due to the COVID-19 crisis, but the teams—which include the men’s and women’s basketball teams, and men’s and women’s volleyball teams—are now back on the courts practicing; no announcement has been made yet on whether or not the season will begin in January.
Camosun VP joins island prosperity group board
Camosun College vice president of partnerships Geoff Wilmshurst has joined the board of the South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP). SIPP is an organization that aims to boost the south island’s economic and social prosperity; it’s an alliance of over 60 public and private partners, including Camosun, the University of Victoria, and Royal Roads University.
National standard for post-secondary mental health released
CSA Group, a Toronto-based standards development organization, recently released its National Standard of Canada for Mental Health and Well-Being for Post-Secondary Students. The document is a voluntary set of guidelines for post-secondary institutions that aims to shape policies, procedures, and practices that promote positive mental health in post-secondary students. The Canadian Alliance of Student Associations, which Camosun students are members of, voiced their approval of the standard in a press release earlier this week.
City looking for youth poet
The City of Victoria has announced their call for nominations for its Youth Poet Laureate. Applicants must be between 14 and 24 years old and live in the Capital Region (including the Gulf Islands). The Youth Poet Laureate gives people access to strong youth voices; the position receives a $1,750 honorarium and $2,000 of project funding, as well as the chance for a year-long mentorship with the Poet Laureate. For more information on the position and on how to apply, visit victoria.ca/youthpoetlaureate.