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Mechanical Engineering grad lands position with prominent Canadian manufacturer

Andrew McCuaig’s journey at Niagara College began in international business before finding his passion in mechanical engineering. A big opportunity awaits NC Mechanical Engineering Technology and International Business Administration graduate Andrew McCuaig, who will put his skills to good use working for a leading Southern Ontario manufacturer. McCuaig, the research associate of NC’s Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre has accepted a new position as a … Continue reading Mechanical Engineering grad lands position with prominent Canadian manufacturer »

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NC taps Research & Innovation team for high-tech reno help

left: Research Assistants Jason Wright and Daniela Cortes set up the FARO Focus 3D laser scanner to take accurate measurements for the FMS division prior to their renovation of the Yerich Auditorium at the Niagara-on-the-Lake campus; top right: a screenshot of the scanned room; bottom right: new seating bases ready to be installed.   It sure helps to have inside connections. When the Facilities Management … Continue reading NC taps Research & Innovation team for high-tech reno help »

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A Brotherly Bond Sharing More Than Just Genes

Brothers John and Jim Lambert are both alumni of Niagara College and nomination recipients of the prestigious Premier’s Award. Jim is also the Centre Manager at the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre at the Welland Campus. While Niagara College celebrates its 50th anniversary, it’s also a great time for remembrances of things past: like the times that brothers John and Jim Lambert both graduated from the … Continue reading A Brotherly Bond Sharing More Than Just Genes »

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REGISTER TODAY – Breakfast & Learn: Practical Strategies to Develop, Grow Product Sales

2017 Breakfast & Learn Workshop Series at Niagara College Practical Strategies to Develop, Grow Product Sales Wednesday, March 29, 2017 – Deadline to register Friday, March 24, 2017 This workshop explores ways to grow your business using proven techniques for setting up independent sales reps who only get paid when they sell. It also delves into effective strategies for using LinkedIn and other social media. … Continue reading REGISTER TODAY – Breakfast & Learn: Practical Strategies to Develop, Grow Product Sales »

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NC research lab tech soars to new heights with job in space flight industry

It turns out, the sky ISN’T the limit for Niagara College grad and Research staff member Ben Laurence. The recent NC Mechanical Engineering Technology grad, who has been working at as a Research Laboratory Technologist for the College’s Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre since graduating in 2015, is taking on the opportunity of a lifetime to work in the space flight industry. At the end … Continue reading NC research lab tech soars to new heights with job in space flight industry »

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Niagara College won’t go breaking any ‘hearts’ this Valentine’s Day

Niagara College (NC) engineering student Jacob Morris, left, with mechanical engineer and research lead, Gord Maretzki, at NC’s Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre, on Thursday demonstrated the art of shelling heartnuts on this prototype, designed in cooperation with Niagara region nut grower Linda Grimo. Research for the prototype was funded by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev) and the Niagara Region. Niagara … Continue reading Niagara College won’t go breaking any ‘hearts’ this Valentine’s Day »