NAIT’s mental health program has created a new initiative called “well-being champion” (WBC) that allows students and staff to acknowledge an instructor or peer for outstanding well-being behaviour. Mental Health Program Coordinator, Rosie Colangelo, believes this...
NAIT’s culinary department feeding students through on-campus gardens
With rising costs of living, especially tuition fees for students, some NAIT staff and instructors are determined more than ever to help. After years of mulling over ideas and going back and forth, Perry Michetti, NAIT’s Culinary Department...
NAIT hosts first ever International Education Week
NAIT students and staff are invited to come together from November 14 to 18 for the first International Education Week. Students can participate in multicultural events filled with opportunities to practice intercultural competence and learn more about NAIT’s diverse...
Makerspace is open
The Makerspace is now open for students and staff at Nait. For those who don't know what Makerspace is, it's located in the library at U310D. It's where you can explore learning to create your projects in a hands-on experience. They have everything from 3d printing to...
Get a step ahead with the walking club
The walking club is a brand-new initiative by NAIT Well-Being that is open to staff and students. With meetings every Monday from 12:05pm to 12:50pm, participants can expect to engage in light physical activity while socializing with other club members. Sandy Babiuk,...
New well-being initiatives include collaboration spaces
Two of NAIT’s collaboration rooms have been converted into spaces more conducive for self-care. Before the pandemic, students had access to a "well-being lounge" for a quiet space and an opportunity to recharge. Now that space restrictions and staffing for the...
Mawji Centre opens Blue Book program
In 2021, NAIT’s Mawji Centre for New Venture and Entrepreneurship began a new initiative to foster entrepreneurs and help support them throughout the development process. The entrepreneurial blue book program is available to all NAIT students enrolled in at least one...
Do we get Monday off?
With the Queen’s death last Thursday and Justin Trudeau announcing that Monday the 19th will be a federal holiday, many on campus have been wondering what that means for NAIT. All federal government workers will get the day off, or will be paid time-and-a-half, while...
Need for choice: NAIT converts two washrooms to gender-inclusive
In an effort to create an accessible and welcoming campus for all, NAIT is converting two washrooms on the main campus into gender-inclusive facilities. Instead of men’s and women’s washrooms, these will be open to anyone, regardless of gender. The washrooms are...
NAIT alum named School Student Member of the Year
A NAIT alumna has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to student life. Jorgia Moore, former NAITSA VP Internal and Campus Activities Board Events Coordinator, recently won the 2021/22 COCA School Student Member of the Year for Western Canada. The award...