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Stories from Champlain College

Trent Student Centre and Bata Library on the Symons Campus in Peterborough

News from the Trent Board of Governors Meeting: October 14, 2022

Report from the Champlain Committee, appointments of new members of the Board of Governors and Governors Emeriti approved at first meeting of the academic year

October 18, 2022
Champlain Committee Report Approved and Endorsed by Trent University Board of Governors

Champlain Committee Report Approved and Endorsed by Trent University Board of Governors

October 17, 2022
Tom Miller (far left) Rachel (middle left), Skye (middle right) and Ambrose (far right) participate in the Temagami Colloquium

The Colleges at Trent Celebrate 50th Annual Trent Temagami Colloquium

Annual trip a chance for students to examine and experience relationship to the land and each other

September 28, 2022
Photo by Ambitious Creative Co. - Spencer Davis

SkipTheDishes and Trent University Brings Hundreds of New Dining Options to Students

Collaboration gives students, staff, and faculty access to SkipTheDishes using their Trent Cash

September 15, 2022
Two people sitting at a table looking over a book. The words Back to Belonging are in the bottom left of the image.

Trent Students Receive Further Support Through New You Belong Here Initiative

Program aims to connect students with academic and wellbeing supports

September 8, 2022
Students enjoying orientation week

Trent University Prepares to Welcome Students In-Person to a Defining Year Ahead

Move-in Weekend, September 3-5, kicks off full week of Orientation activities to set students up for a safe and successful year at Trent

September 1, 2022
Trent University, Peterborough DBIA and Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism help connect new students with their new community

Bingo! Trent Students to Discover Their Home Away from Home

Trent University, Peterborough DBIA and Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism help connect new students with their new community

August 30, 2022
Mika Cress, a fourth-year Indigenous Studies student and assistant in the Alumni Engagement & Services Office

A “Meant To Be” Journey

Mika Cress, a fourth-year Indigenous Studies student Trent experience has let them see the big picture

July 19, 2022
Champlain college quad looking up towards residence windows.

Champlain Committee: Final Opportunity to Share your thoughts

Submit your ideas, reflections and opinions through online form by April 7, 2022.

March 30, 2022
Kieran, a fourth-year Biomedical Science student from Champlain College, poses against a green wall.

Astounding Research, Innovation and Passion Take the Screen

8th annual 3-Minute Paper Competition showcases the best of undergraduate research at Trent University

March 16, 2022
A painted paddle on a green background with the words A Stroke of Creativity. Students Participate in Peterborough Painted Paddle Exhibit

A Stroke of Creativity: Students Participate in Peterborough Painted Paddle Exhibit

Peterborough art installation supports Downtown Green Team with pieces painted by local artists

March 8, 2022
Student Panel - who was this Champlain guy anyway? March 2, 2022 from 4 to 5:30 p m

Students Consider and Reflect on the Legacy of Champlain

An Indigenous student Champlain Committee member's perspective

March 1, 2022
Jada Grant, a fourth-year sociology and business joint major, standing in front of greenery outside.

Students Discover Career Opportunities in Health Sciences and Wellness

Careerspace Career + Experience Expo connects students with employers in their field of interest

January 28, 2022
Best-selling author, future of work expert and global keynote speaker, Hamza Khan, has been named the 2021/22 Ashley Fellow at Trent University.

Global Keynote Speaker and Best-Selling Author Named 2021/22 Ashley Fellow at Trent University

Hamza Khan to lead week-long speaker series as Trent University’s 42nd Ashley Fellow honouree

October 13, 2021
Trent students attending fall college weekend start in the LEC lawn playing carnival games

Signs of Fall: Traditional College Weekends Return to Campus

Lady Eaton College and Champlain College mark fall college weekends with online games, campfires, and carnival games.

September 29, 2021
A collage of the college awards ceremonies.

Celebrating Collegiate Success

Trent’s Colleges celebrate students during virtual award ceremonies and celebrations

June 2, 2021
A collage of images from the virtual graduate celebrations.

Celebrating Our Graduating Students: Trent Colleges Style

Virtual receptions bring collegiate communities together to celebrate successes of Trent’s newest graduates

May 7, 2021
A collage of activities from Winter College Weekend, including pottery, snowshoeing, and a virtual escape room.

West Bank Winter College Weekends Mix Virtual with In-Person Fun

From snowshoeing and virtual escape rooms to DIY pottery and virtual lip-sync battles, Champlain and Lady Eaton College help students connect with important collegiate tradition

February 19, 2021
Trent student Lindsay Olivieri’s first major project "Go Home and Stay Home" (oil paint on a 9"x5" wood panel)

Creating in a Virtual Year: When Life Becomes Art

CUST 3111Y Visual Arts Studio course goes online and challenges students to critique the digital experience

February 17, 2021
Students participating in holiday events hosted by the colleges.

A Collegiate Holiday: Engaging with Students from Peterborough to Nepal

From decorating the Great Hall to festive virtual trivia, Trent’s Colleges are keeping students connected while staying apart (for now)

December 21, 2020
Dr. Rodyne Hanley-Dafoe lecturing on resilience.

Students Learn Tools to Build Resiliency and Wellness from Trent Expert

Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe brings research on resiliency to Trent students, sharing how to build healthy habits

December 14, 2020
Paul Davidson, President, Universities Canada

International Experiences Provide Students Valuable Employability Skills

Trent alumnus Paul Davidson reflects on how study abroad experiences prepared him for career success, delivering International Education Week keynote address

November 19, 2020
This year’s Robert W.F. Stephenson prize was awarded to Caleb Button (left), and the David Glassco Prize was awarded to Jordan Hamilton (right).

Robert W.F. Stephenson Prize and David Glassco Prize Winners Announced

The Trent University Alumni Association honoured recipients of two of its student leadership awards in an online celebration

November 5, 2020
Trent student working at a laptop.

Let Us Be Your Guide: New Program Connects First-Year Students with In-Course Mentorship

Online Learning Student Assistant Program to support first-year courses this fall

August 11, 2020
Trent University Psychology student, Peyton Sieger.

#FacesofTrentU: Transforming Anxiety into Advocacy

Peyton Sieger, Psychology

May 6, 2020
Trent University students representing their colleges wearing their scarves.

Giving Tuesday - Supporting Trent's Caring Communities

International day of philanthropy sees Trent University looking to their College and campus systems

December 3, 2019
Trent University students wearing their college scarves.

Alumni Show Collegiate Spirit by Investing in the Campaign for Trent Colleges

Alumni engagement ensures Trent’s unique collegiate environment remains at the heart of the University for generations to come

October 31, 2019
Trent University leaders, alumni, staff and faculty gathered for the announcement of the Campaign for Trent Colleges alongside college mascots.

Building on Tradition: Campaign for Trent Colleges Strengthens University’s Collegiate Roots

University announces $5 Million Campaign for Trent Colleges to enhance the transformative Trent experience

October 16, 2019
Jinal Somani and Sean Carlin of Champlain College, Trent University

#CollegesofTrentU: Shining a Spotlight on Champlain College

Champlain offers abundance of opportunities for active engagement with global perspective

July 9, 2019
Left to Right: Susan Yates, Wesley Burr, Sarah McNeilly

Trent University Honours Outstanding Educators at Celebration of Teaching Excellence 

Annual event recognizes passionate and influential educators 

April 12, 2019

What’s On at Trent University April 10, 2019 - May 4, 2019

Upcoming events include Regional Science Fair, Celebration of Teaching Excellence and Alumni Day of Service

April 8, 2019

What’s On at Trent University April 1, 2019 - April 24, 2019

Upcoming events include the Regional Science Fair and the Celebration of Teaching Excellence

April 1, 2019

What’s On at Trent University March 4, 2019 - March 26, 2019

Upcoming events include the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan Community Input Sessions & Stavro Lecture in Theory & Politics

March 4, 2019

What’s On at Trent University February 5, 2019 - March 26, 2019

Upcoming events include the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan Community Input Sessions & Stavro Lecture in Theory & Politics

February 26, 2019
Dr. Michael Eamon and Dr. Tina Fridgen at the Collegiate Way International conference.

Trent University Well-Represented at Global Gathering of Collegiate Universities

Traill College Principal voted to third term as organization’s chair

February 14, 2019

What’s On at Trent University February 11, 2019 - March 8, 2019

Upcoming events include the Climate Change Lecture by Gwynne Dyer & the Trent Lands and Nature Areas Plan Community Input Session

February 11, 2019
Three people walking dogs through Trent nature area.

Stewardship & Sustainability at Heart of Trent Lands & Nature Areas Plan Update

Input, sharing and dialogue underway at Trent University and in community to inform and steward the future of Trent Lands

February 7, 2019
Left: Wendy Tusler with her dog. Right: Natasha Dickerman in the rowing scull as Wendy Tusler and Carol Love provide direction

Artist-in-Residence Makes a Splash on Campus

Local artist Wendy Tusler’s exhibition shows Trent community “How to Do Anything”

February 5, 2019
Trent University college representatives on Giving Tuesday 2018

Impressive $98,580 Raised in Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign at Trent University

Alumni, students, staff, faculty accept the Crush the College Challenge to support the revitalized college system

November 29, 2018
Giving Tuesday logo

$75,000 Trent University College Challenge Returns to Celebrate Giving Tuesday

Community invited to continue the momentum of last year’s campaign supporting the colleges at Trent University

November 26, 2018

What’s On at Trent University

Upcoming events include a lecture about Blockchain Technology by Trent Chancellor Dr. Don Tapscott

November 12, 2018

What’s On at Trent University

Upcoming events include a lecture by Holocaust Survivor Dr. Max Eisen as well as a lecture about Blockchain Technology by Trent Chancellor Dr. Don Tapscott

November 5, 2018
Students gather around Gzowski College

Revitalizing the Colleges at Trent: Meet the Principals

Trent's five college principals share an update on their college and its structure following the Colleges Review

September 20, 2018
Lecture being held in Wenjack theatre

Trent’s Last Lecture a Final Hoorah for Graduating Students

Current student, alumni & faculty member provide parting words at annual event

April 18, 2018

What's On at Trent University - Week of March 26, 2018

Upcoming events include the Celebration of Community Research and 3 Minute Thesis

March 26, 2018

What's On at Trent University - Week of March 13

Upcoming events include Open House and Cultural Outreach 2018

March 13, 2018

What's On at Trent University - Week of March 5

Upcoming events include the 3-Minute Paper Competition and Archaeology of the Franklin Expeditions

March 6, 2018

Ojibwe and Cree Artist Named 2018 Ashley Fellow at Trent University

Lara Kramer to deliver new art exhibit, public events and workshops as 40th annual Ashley Fellow

February 15, 2018
giving tuesday

Over $150,000 Raised in Successful Giving Tuesday Campaign at Trent University

Giving Tuesday College Challenge accepted by alumni, students, staff and faculty, raising over $80,000 and exceeding goal

November 30, 2017
Melanie Sedge leaning on a railing and smiling with trees in the background

Staff Profile: Melanie Sedge

Building communities of academic and social connection and support

November 29, 2017
Giving Tuesday Logo

College Challenge Aims to Raise $75,000 in Ambitious Trent University Giving Tuesday Campaign

Community invited to help #CrushtheCollegeChallenge November 28

November 24, 2017

New Art Piece Unveiled in Champlain College

Former Ashley Fellow Stephanie Rayner donates original art piece to Champlain College

July 25, 2017
Tom Symons surrounded by a group of people smiling at the camera in Champlain College in front of two big chairs

Champlain College Celebrates 50 Years & Welcomes Home Alumni

Champlain College hosts 50th Anniversary Reunion at Head of the Trent

October 7, 2016
Champlain college in the fall

Celebrating 50 Years of Tradition and Excellence at Trent University's Champlain College

Trent University's oldest College marks 50th anniversary with year-long celebration

October 6, 2016
Students siting at the dining table in Great Hall, chatting and having dinner

50th Anniversary High Table Dinner Reflects on Champlain Traditions 

New students connect to College’s past 

September 29, 2016
Stephanie Rayner has been named the 2016 Ashley Fellow

International Artist and Lecturer Named 2016 Ashley Fellow at Trent University

Stephanie Rayner to deliver series of public lectures to community

January 19, 2016
Trent and Champlain students with the Natasha Taylor Cup

Giving Spirit of Trent Students Shines with $10,000 Donation to Fight Cystic Fibrosis

Champlain College wins Natasha Taylor Cup

December 2, 2015
Champlain College head Melanie Sedge

Trent Community Celebrates Symbolic 50 Years of Champlain College

Commemoration of Champlain Cornerstones signifies promising future

October 23, 2015
Dr. Ann Cavoukian speaking to a group of listerners on a stage in front of a large powerpoint slideshow

Preserving freedom by protecting privacy: Former Privacy Commissioner Delivers Presentation at Trent

Dr. Ann Cavoukian calls for an end to zero-sum approach to data systems design

October 1, 2015
Celebrating Champlain's Legacy at Trent and in Peterborough

Celebrating Champlain's Legacy at Trent and in Peterborough

This story is featured in the Spring 2015 issue of Showcase: The Canada Edition

May 26, 2015
Trent Students Rise to Become Waste Warriors

Trent Students Rise to Become Waste Warriors

Gzowski College wins 2015 Cafeteria Waste Challenge

April 27, 2015
A Conversation with Writer in Residence Alison Wearing

A Conversation with Writer in Residence Alison Wearing

Written by: Scott Gardner, first-year Journalism student

March 29, 2015

Trent Lands Plan Update: Phase II of Campus Heights Water Street Residences Underway

January 6, 2015
Trent Represented Well at International Collegiate Conference

Trent Represented Well at International Collegiate Conference

December 16, 2014
College Ball Puts Trent Pride on Display

College Ball Puts Trent Pride on Display

Written by: Scott Gardner, first-year Journalism student

November 11, 2014
New Trent College Heads and Director Announced

New Trent College Heads and Director Announced

July 8, 2014
Trent Featured in Video from CBFA's & "At Wood's Edge" Event

Trent Featured in Video from CBFA's & "At Wood's Edge" Event

April 16, 2014
CHAMPLAIN COLLEGE, PHOTO BY STEVEN EVANS

Ron Thom and the Allied Arts Exhibit Arrives in Toronto En Route to Trent's 50th Celebrations

Peterborough campus to host national exhibit of influential Trent architect August 7 - October 22, 2014

February 13, 2014
Champlain College Students Celebrate Bon Temps

Champlain College Students Celebrate Bon Temps

College weekend a tradition at Trent for nearly 50 years

February 3, 2014
Vice President Julie Davis, Dr. Michael Eamon, head of Lady Eaton College and Dr. Melanie Buddle, head of Gzowski College drop the puck (photo coutresy of the Peterborough Petes)

Trent Spirit Soars at 3rd Annual Trent Night with the Peterborough Petes

November 22, 2013
Official Trent College and Alumni Scarves Now Available

Official Trent College and Alumni Scarves Now Available

New online ordering system makes scarves available to entire community

November 1, 2013
Champlain College student leaders Amber Vance and Drew Hampel with the newest Honorary Champlainer, Sheldon Kennedy

Sheldon Kennedy Speaks at Trent University

October 11, 2013

Giller Prize-Winning Author Joseph Boyden Launches New Book at Trent

Students, faculty, staff and community gather for public reading

September 27, 2013

Trent Reads Offers New Students a Preview of University Classroom Experience

Faculty will lead seminars on Vincent Lam's Bloodletting & Miraculous Cures during Introductory Seminar Week

September 5, 2013

A Commitment to Heritage and Architectural Excellence at Trent University

May 27, 2013
Trent University Community Celebrates 10 Years of The Student-Run Seasoned Spoon Cafe

Trent University Community Celebrates 10 Years of The Student-Run Seasoned Spoon Cafe

Good food and gardening workshops bring many from the local community to campus

April 11, 2013
Arthur Cup winners, Nichola Bendle and Graham Abbott

Trent Honours Top Athletes at 44th Annual Athletic Awards Ceremony

Prestigious Arthur Cup Presented to Student Athletes Nichola Bendle and Graham Abbott

March 28, 2013
Employment Fair Connects Alumni to Current Students

Employment Fair Connects Alumni to Current Students

Former students give advice to potential future employees

March 19, 2013
Dr. Craig Brunetti

Dr. Craig Brunetti Receives 2012/13 Trent University Award for Educational Leadership and Innovation

Biology professor awarded for promoting effective teaching

March 18, 2013

Trent Establishes Permanent Tribute to Alumnus Known as Uncle Paul

Paul Delaney Award for Humanitarian Service announced at Great Hall Memorial

March 18, 2013

Trent University Names Dr. Keith Walden as the 2012/13 Recipient of the Symons Award for Excellence in Teaching

History professor awarded for exemplary teaching and concern for students

March 15, 2013
Trent University Hosts TVO On the Road

Trent University Hosts TVO On the Road

Trent students, experts and panelists weigh in on the future of education in a series of events

March 4, 2013

Alumnus Stuart Butts Returns to Trent as Honoured Alumnus-in-Residence

Mr. Butts was pleased that Trent continues in its tradition of teaching students to think critically

March 1, 2013

A Time to Celebrate Philanthropy at Trent University

Breakfast celebration begins the day with stories and thanks in the Great Hall at Champlain College

November 16, 2012
Champlain College Signs Agreement with Local Performance Company, Public Energy

Champlain College Signs Agreement with Local Performance Company, Public Energy

Agreement represents a commitment to engage students in the performing arts

November 12, 2012

Trent Talks Launches New Website for Student Interaction on Social Media

The Colleges of Trent University introduce intellectual discussions in online videos

November 8, 2012
Jack Matthews Fellow Joseph Boyden Packs the Great Hall for A Walk to Morning

Jack Matthews Fellow Joseph Boyden Packs the Great Hall for A Walk to Morning

Crisis facing Aboriginal youth today the topic of deeply personal lecture

October 1, 2012
Olympic Silver Medal Rower Ashley Brzozowicz Inspires Trent Varsity Teams

Olympic Silver Medal Rower Ashley Brzozowicz Inspires Trent Varsity Teams

Trent’s Athlete/Scholar in Residence shares experiences and advice with Excalibur Women’s Soccer Team

September 28, 2012
Voyageur Canoe Banks the Shores of Trent University

Voyageur Canoe Banks the Shores of Trent University

Canada One lands at Champlain College for exhibit in the Great Hall

September 24, 2012

2012 Olympic Silver Medallist to be Scholar/Athlete in Residence at Trent

Rower Ashley Brzozowicz Named First Champlain College Scholar/Athlete-in-Residence

July 30, 2012
Trent’s Emergency First Response Team Hosts Successful Conference

Trent’s Emergency First Response Team Hosts Successful Conference

Teams from across Ontario participate in seminars, workshops and simulated emergency competitions

March 9, 2012
Drs. Asaf Zohar, Raul Ponce-Hernandez, Laura Summerfeldt, Stephen Bocking, and Suresh Narine discuss the global carbon crisis at the inaugural Carbon Conversation

Trent Centre for Biomaterials Research Launches the Carbon Conversations

Panel series features interdisciplinary approach to address problem solving in the global carbon crisis

March 6, 2012
Champlain College hosted its famous Milk Run on the drumlin.

Cool Winter Fun for Students at Trent's Inaugural Frost Week

Students from all colleges join forces to compete in action-packed events

January 30, 2012
2011 Margaret Laurence lecturer Rosemary Ganley poses beside the global feminist Peggy Antrobus, who attended as a special guest and introduced Ms. Ganley.

Co-Founder of Jamaican Self Help delivers Margaret Laurence Lecture: “Women and God-Talk”

November 11, 2011
Ashley fellow and Trent alumna, Ms. Lucie Edwards

The Need for Science in Policy Making

Inspired by foreign policy experience, former high commissioner returns to academia

October 19, 2011
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College Heads Announced at Trent University

New leadership in collegiate communities to enrich Trent’s learning experience

July 18, 2011
Professor Ian C. Storey

Professor Ian C. Storey Authors Three Volumes for the Prestigious Loeb Classical Library

'First-class researcher and a first-class teacher' to have an international and lasting impact for generations to come

June 6, 2011

Foreign Affairs Expert and Leader in Public Policy to be 2011/12 Ashley Fellow

Distinguished Alumna Lucie Edwards to engage with students and the community

April 6, 2011

Aspiring Law Students at Trent Meet the Dean of the Faculty of Law from the University of Toronto

On January 20, 2011, the dean of the Faculty of Law from U of T met with 20 engaging students in the Champlain College Living Learning Commons.

January 25, 2011

Poet Jill Battson reads at Champlain College on World AIDS day

Jill Battson read from her new book Dark Star Requiem

December 1, 2010
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