Where Are They Now?


Innovation in Action

Through applied research activities, NC’s Research & Innovation division is preparing the workforce with the right know-how by providing an array of researcher expertise, supported by leading-edge facilities, technology and equipment.

See how graduates and R&I alumni are applying their skills and knowledge in the real world:

Gaurab Devkota

 

 

Gaurab Devkota is a 2022 graduate of the Artisan Distilling program, as well as a 2023 graduate of the International Business Management program. He worked with the Food & Beverage Innovation Centre as a Distillery Research Assistant from October 2021 to April 2022.
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Mel Smith

 

 

Mel Smith is a 2009 graduate of the Business Sales & Marketing program. She worked with the Business & Commercialization Innovation Centre as a Business Research Associate from 2013.
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Sam Jemison

 

 

Sam Jemison is a 2021 graduate from the Mechanical Engineering Technology (Co-op) program. She worked with R&I from January 2019 to April 2020 as a Research Assistant with the Walker Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (WAMIC). You may also know her as the former President of the Niagara College Student Administrative Council (NCSAC) from 2021-23.
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Daniel Fonseca

 

 

Daniel Fonseca is a 2021 graduate from the Brewery and Brewmaster Program at Niagara College. He worked with the Food & Beverage Innovation Centre as a Brewery Research Assistant from January to May 2021. Read on to learn about his journey.
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Artem Mekshun

 

 

Artem Mekshun is a 2019 graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration from the International Commerce and Global Development program. He worked with the Business & Commercialization Innovation Centre as a Business Analyst from May 2018 to December 2019.
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Rodrigo Ribeiro Meireles

 

 

Rodrigo Ribeiro Meireles is a 2022 graduate of Niagara College’s Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management program. He worked with the Food & Beverage Innovation Centre as a Brewery Research Assistant, and later a Brewery Research Associate, from July 2021 to April 2022.
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Felipe Reis

 

 

Felipe Reis is a 2020 graduate of Niagara College’s Business Sales & Marketing program. He worked with the Business & Commercialization Innovation Centre as a Marketing Research Assistant from November 2019 to May 2020.
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Ian Evans

 

 

Ian Evans is a spring 2022 graduate of Niagara College’s Brewmaster and Brewery Operations program. He worked as a Brewery Student during his time at the College.
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Andrea Lopez

 

 

Andrea Lopez is a 2020 graduate of Niagara College’s Business Administration, International Commerce & Global Development program. She worked with the Business & Commercialization Solutions team as a Business Research 2020.
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R&I ALUMNI

 

“[R&I] gave me the foundation of how to deal with real challenges in the real workforce, as well as provided networking opportunities within the food industry.”

– BEATRIX CSEMER,
2015 Culinary Innovation & Food Technology Program

 


 

“The transition of going from being a student to an employee is easier if you develop good communication skills and interpersonal skills early on…”

– JASON van de LAAR,
2012 Mechanical Engineering Technology program

 


 

“It’s important to try to expose yourself to as many new situations as possible, especially when just starting out. Take on tasks that you may not be familiar with and challenge yourself every day…”

– SPENCER DION,
2015 Culinary Innovation & Food Technology program

 

 

 

Calling all Research & Innovation Alumni!

Interested in sharing your story?
We want to hear from you!
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SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

Through applied research activities, Niagara College’s Research & Innovation division is equipping the workforce with today’s needed skill sets by providing an array of researcher expertise, supported by leading-edge facilities, technology and equipment. The division works with SMEs who wish to accelerate their technology adoption, develop prototypes, evaluate new technologies, and develop or improve new products and processes.