2020 Posts
December
SAIT's 2020 silver linings playbook
Taking a look back on 2020, we celebrate nine things that still made the year sparkle #hereatSAIT
Tips for merry mental health
Try these strategies to close out 2021 with your mental health in mind.
Shifting career gears: Mastering the electrical trade
SAIT alumnus and Red Seal electrician is leveling up and adding master electrician to his resumé.
SAIT ranked as one of Canada's top research colleges
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) is one of Canada's top 10 research colleges.
#3Things4Neighbours
SAIT's President and CEO Dr. David Ross was nominated by Alan Norris, Chairman & CEO from Brookfield Residential for the...
Holiday traditions #hereatSAIT
Members of the SAIT community share their holiday traditions
SAIT student playlist: Holiday jingle jangle
SAIT’s Student Content Team are bringing some joy to the world and to your ears with a specially crafted holiday playlist.
Festive family fun
‘Tis the season for children’s crafts and holiday readings
3 seasonal steps to supporting inclusion
Make this season bright with a little mindfulness
November
Shifting career gears: From engineering to water management
Jennifer’s quenching her love of science and engineering with a career in sustainable water management.
Support local SAIT alumni-owned businesses this holiday season
Shopping for the perfect gift? See what our alumni-owned businesses have to offer with our holiday gift guide.
Shifting career gears: From manufacturing to management
Automotive management student gains new skills in a new country.
Get active with your studying
Ramp up your final exam study skills with these tips from the pros in Academic Coaching.
Making SAIT home
Meet Arth Limbachiya! Coming all the way from Bharuch, Gujarat, India — Arth shares what his SAIT experience has been like as an...
New bursary celebrates SAIT milestone with an alumni advantage
New bursary created to celebrate 250,000 SAIT alumni and help them accelerate their careers.
Constructing the future
How digital technology is changing the way we learn and work in construction.
Making SAIT home: From India to Calgary for Power Engineering
It's International Education Week — meet Ravi and check out some tips for international students planning to study #hereatSAIT.
Making SAIT home: From NYC to Calgary for Business Administration
It's International Education Week — meet Sabiha and check out some tips for international students planning to study #hereatSAIT.
Making SAIT home: From Trinidad and Tobago to Calgary for Electrical Engineering Technology
It's International Education Week — meet Richie and check out some tips for international students planning to study #hereatSAIT.
Making SAIT home: From Philippines to Calgary for Business Administration
It's International Education Week — meet Kenmay and check out some tips for international students planning to study #hereatSAIT.
Making SAIT home: From Iran to Calgary for Administrative Information Management
It's International Education Week — meet Golnaz and check out some tips for international students planning to study #hereatSAIT.
Making SAIT home: From India to Calgary for Power Engineering
It's International Education Week — meet Ravi and check out some tips for international students planning to study #hereatSAIT.
Get started with budgeting for school
School is an investment and, yep, it can be expensive. Knowing in advance what your expenses are and having a plan will help you avoid financial...
Virtual reality brings water management training to life
Learning with emerging and immersive technologies
Why I remember…
For Melissa Hanley and her family, Nov. 11 is a day to remember her brother, Lt (N) Chris Saunders, as well as the many Canadians who died while...
Planning for your financial security
For recent SAIT graduate, Kajol Bhatia (Journalism '20), she is starting to think about her next steps, including financial planning for her...
October
Shifting career gears: Upskilling to lead in business
SAIT business student Heather is setting the stage for her future.
A community of champions for SAIT Giving Day
In only 24 hours the SAIT community raises more than $130,000 for student success.
Hacking skills shine in global cybersecurity competition
SAIT students grab third and fifth place in virtual capture the flag event.
Researchers investigate drone delivery of medical supplies to remote communities during pandemic
UCalgary, SAIT, AHS and Alberta Precision Laboratories partner with the Stoney Nakoda Nations.
A quarter million graduates and counting
SAIT’s Class of 2020 marks a major milestone
Team SAIT Cooks the Books, farm to kitchen style
We still compete #hereatSAIT. SAIT Professional Cooking students are competing to defend the title of Canada’s Best Student Chefs in Taste...
Building what's next at the School for Advanced Digital Technology
A message from Jim Gibson, Chief Catalyst
Shifting career gears: Pivoting without starting over
You’re never too old and it’s not too late — just ask George.
Stepping up on Giving Day
SAIT graduate Ted Gordyko (CT '72) shares why he supports student success at SAIT.
Reducing financial obstacles for students with disabilities
Shan Robertson from SAIT's Learner and Academic Services has seen how even the tiniest bit of help allows students to reach their potential.
Employees, alumni and students rally in support of the SAIT Pride Award
Associate Director, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at SAIT John Partington shares the impact of donor support for fostering inclusivity at SAIT.
Connect to cybersecurity this month
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
September
Four questions businesses should ask themselves as they look to bounce back from the pandemic
Corporate training and consulting experts offer tips for getting back to business
Honouring residential school survivors
SAIT recognizes Orange Shirt Day
New funding expands applied research programs at SAIT
Provincial grants promote innovation at Alberta colleges, tech schools
New World. New Thinking: Making SAIT’s strategic plan
We’re embarking on a new course for the future — one that builds on our 100+ year history to reimagine the workforce of tomorrow.
School for Advanced Digital Technology to boost Calgary’s tech-talent pipeline
A new course for the future marks SAIT’s boldest transformation yet
Education goes beyond the classroom
International students recommend well-rounded approach to SAIT life
Hands-on education, industry connections draw international students to SAIT
SAIT is a top choice for international students.
August
Closing the cybersecurity skills gap
Four SAIT programs respond to the need for cybersecurity professionals.
SAIT goes smoke free
Effective Monday, Aug. 31, 2020, SAIT is a smoke-free campus
How hotels are adapting and recovering during COVID-19
Hotel leaders from Calgary and New York share how the pandemic’s impacted their business and what’s next.
Trends in security and cybersecurity
Challenges, opportunities and what’s next in keeping information safe
Doubling down on data
SAIT’s data programs prepare students to harness a company’s most valuable asset — its information.
The pandemic’s effect on Alberta’s tourism
A discussion on the pandemic’s impact on local tourism and the critical skills they look for in new hires.
What’s next for Calgary’s restaurant scene?
A discussion about COVID-19’s impact on restaurants and what’s next for the industry.
Unlock your LinkedIn profile potential
Get career ready with help from Career Advancement Services.
July
Craft a resumé that gets noticed
Get career ready with help from Career Advancement Services
Remembering the legacy of Charlie Fischer
SAIT honours the memory of 2007 honorary degree recipient, industry leader and community builder.
High fidelity manikins simulate real-life emergencies to save lives
Support from donors contributes $275,000 towards purchasing a new fleet of high fidelity manikins for SAIT’s School of Health and Public Safety.
What's next for the hospitality and tourism industry in Alberta?
Leaders from Alberta’s hospitality and tourism sector discuss its road to recovery and the talent needed to lead the way.
June
Virtual etiquette
The do’s and don’ts of meeting online
Which entrance award best suits you?
From the do-gooder to the scholar, there’s an entrance award for just about everyone.
Class act: what the class of 2020 wants to be known for
We asked, they answered
A letter to Albertans
SAIT is ready for whatever the future holds
Get organized with a schedule that works
Make a plan and master time management.
Celebrating the SAIT Class of 2020
SAIT donor family shares Words of Wisdom to celebrate the Class of 2020.
Changing tracks for a changing world
Two of SAIT’s class of 2020 valedictorians are adapting to land the careers they want
A message from Dr. David Ross, SAIT President and CEO
We can do better
May
Making it happen
How SAIT grad Melinda made the switch from nursing to butchery
A difficult situation transformed
Before COVID-19 Dylan Tolhurst was approaching his final semester and enjoying SAIT's campus community lifestyle.
Reassurance in hard times
For Lina Yepes, COVID-19 could not have come at a worse time — she lost her job, and shortly after was diagnosed with breast cancer.
SAIT family rallies to support students impacted by COVID-19
More than 260 donors have provided over $130,000 to support SAIT students impacted by the pandemic.
Making it happen
Danica researched several trades before pursuing a career in plumbing.
Alumnus turns up the volume for local food bank
Class of 2017 alumnus Britt Jones raises money for the Edmonton Food Bank
Local anchor stays on the air to deliver essential COVID-19 news
It’s the same but it’s different. That’s the way to describe Linda Olsen’s job as an anchor during a world-wide pandemic.
April
Recipe for a helping hand
SAIT instructors and alumni team up with members of local food scene to bring lunches to vulnerable youth
Making it happen
At 71, John has returned to school to complete his third trade.
Alumnus expands his business to supply face shields to front-line workers
Doug Braden responds to the critical need for PPE across Canada.
Finishing strong
The Net-Zero Circuit team were one of many groups of SAIT students who had to revise the final stages of their capstone project.
It’s safety first for COVID-19 in the appliance repair trade
Increased use of appliances during pandemic has Appliance Service Technician grad answering many service calls.
Chief in charge of Calgary’s battle against COVID-19
Tom Sampson (EMTP '85, 2015 Distinguished Alumni), leads COVID-19 response as Chief of the Calgary Emergency Management Agency.
Bringing “in class” online
How instructors are instilling skills for the future, community and hands-on learning in SAIT’s digital classrooms
SAIT alumna launches charitable art project encouraging people to #stayhome
Artist launches line of glass houses to help fill Calgary Food Bank pantries
SAIT student juggles multiple jobs on the COVID-19 front line
To say Annalise Woertman’s life has been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic is an understatement.
Utilizing 3D printers to combat COVID-19
SAIT instructor has been working around the clock to manufacture and assemble the 3D-printed masks and shields.
SAIT President celebrates student leadership through annual awards
Meet the 2020 President's Medal and Student Leadership Award recipients
Making it happen
Second-year Automotive Service Technology student Randy started out in the field of social work before coming to SAIT
Saitsa president honoured for his dedication to students
Ryan Morstad has presided over some big events, but he wasn’t expecting to be in charge during a global crisis.
Beta Sigma Tau members honoured for leadership and commitment
Over the past year, SAIT’s honour society pulled out all the stops to support Canada’s veterans.
International student leader awarded for building community
Yatenra Solanki has made a big impact on the SAIT community since his arrival in 2018.
Ready to respond
SAIT ships 13 ventilators to support province’s COVID-19 response
Keeping the community safe and informed is top priority for paramedic grad
Emergency Medical Technician (paramedic) grad serves on the front-line of the digital fight against COVID-19 pandemic.
Learning to learn remotely
There are many ways to make the most of your remote learning experience — we're all in this together.
Help arrives for the hospitality industry
An Instructor for the Hospitality Management program has joined the Bartenders Benevolent Fund to help the hospitality industry.
SAIT alumnus retools for the health care crisis
Mechanical Engineering Design graduate repurposes business to assist with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Strategies for learning online
Make the most of your online learning experience.
March
The community that eats together stays together
SAIT donates 10,000 pounds of food to Calgary charity
Donors mobilize to help students impacted by COVID-19
Support from SAIT family provides COVID-19 Emergency Fund for students facing financial difficulties.
SAIT cooks up ranking success
School of Hospitality and Tourism named one of world’s best
SAIT alumna gets competitive career advantage
The Alberta Deans Case Competition helps grad nab her first job in industry
Celebrating the women of SAIT
SAIT recognized some of the incredible women in our community during the Women in Trades and Technology International Women’s Day conference.
February
UAE shift in economic approach bolstered by SAIT programming
In a Dubai classroom, a quiet yet historical moment unfolded in the fall.
REDress Project
Recognizing Canada’s missing and murdered Indigenous women
Immersive technologies used in SAIT classrooms
Students at SAIT expand their classroom experiences through extended reality.
Make Valentine’s extra sweet
Surprise friends or loved ones with this oh-so-tasty cookie recipe from Baking and Pastry Arts Instructor Victoria German.
Taking environmental technology to Tripoli
SAIT to create curriculum for Libyan petroleum institution
Paul Brandt and SAIT — what you need to know about the unlikely pairing
SAIT students reimagine the creative process with the help of Paul Brandt
January
The faces of SAIT Pride
Students share what Pride means to them
7 SAIT Summer Camps for the mini techie in your life
Camp themes cover a wide range of interests.
What makes a solid concrete toboggan team?
What do you get when you take project management, engineering and architectural students and mix them all together? A capable crew.
Traveling for technology
SAIT students take innovation international
Alexa, meet SAIT: How a business instructor is using AI in the classroom
SAIT Bachelor of Business Administration students develop their own Amazon Alexa flash briefings
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SAIT is located on the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of Treaty 7 which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda of Bearspaw, Chiniki and Goodstoney.
We are situated in an area the Blackfoot tribes traditionally called Moh’kinsstis, where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. We now call it the city of Calgary, which is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta.