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2010 Press Releases

DECEMBER
December 16 Media Release: Kwantlen Alumni Association elects chair and director for board, introduces four new directors
December 10 Kwantlen's emergency planner first Canadian to be elected to Certified Emergency Manager Commission of IAEM
December 9 Humour is all part of CIR:CLE—free community presentation from Kwantlen on humour in workplace
December 9 Kwantlen Board of Governors announces newly appointed board members
December 8 Kwantlen fashion design alumni to showcase unique collections at "One of a Kind Show"
December 6 Kwantlen campuses hold National Day of Remembrance vigils, December 6
December 2 Kwantlen's Science Challenge stimulates high school students to pursue science in university
December 2 Kwantlen Polytechnic University and Surrey Board of Trade brought Disney magic to Surrey
December 2 Magical balloons spark smiles
December 2 Kwantlen establishes $20,000 endowment with support from Surrey business association
December 1 Kwantlen fashion design students compete for top scholarship during Montreal Fashion Week
NOVEMBER
November 29 Kwantlen Polytechnic University School of Business brings Disney Institute professional development to Vancouver
November 23 Minister Ida Chong and Richmond Centre MLA Rob Howard kick off science fair at Kwantlen Polytechnic University
November 22 Kwantlen Eagles' hoops take on Bearcats
November 18 Philanthropist recognized for vision and leadership in supporting education
November 12 Kwantlen horticulture student wins industry award for outstanding achievement
November 12 Kwantlen welcomes Canada's top chef in celebration of International Education Week
November 9 Kwantlen journalism faculty honoured for excellence
November 9 Kwantlen Polytechnic University School of Business brings Disney Institute professional development to Vancouver
November 8 Kwantlen leading the way for energy conservation
November 2 Kwantlen presents "Dirt! The Movie"
November 1 Kwantlen Eagles soar to repeat provincial championship title
OCTOBER
October 27 Kwantlen to co-host BCCAA Provincial Soccer Championships in Surrey
October 26 Kwantlen Eagles badminton team takes second place honours
October 25 Kwantlen Eagles women soccer finish regular season with best record in team history
October 22 Kwantlen's adult learning program hosts presentation by veteran Navy lieutenant-commander
October 20 Kwantlen's sociology centre hosts its inaugural speaker series event featuring Lawrence Scanlan
October 18 Local rivals, no problem for Kwantlen Eagles women's soccer
October 18 Rebuilding Eagles—improving all the time
October 18 Seats filling fast for Disney Institute professional development "Disney's approach to quality service"
October 15 Kwantlen horticulture students' yard makeover rallies community to help needy family
October 13 Kwantlen named only B.C. university to receive government grant for horticulture research
October 12 Eagles undefeated against Kermodes
October 8 Kwantlen recognizes Canadian Olympic legend Cathy Priestner Allinger with Honorary Doctor of Laws
October 7 Kwantlen honours environmental protection graduate with President's Outstanding Graduate Award
October 7 Kwantlen honours Surrey graduate with President's Outstanding Graduate Award
October 7 Kwantlen graduates celebrate at Convocation ceremonies
October 4 Mid-season matchup: Eagles vs. Royals
SEPTEMBER
September 27 Kwantlen field at Newton Athletic Park officially open
September 27 Kwantlen celebrates opening of Eagles' new home field
September 21 Kwantlen announces grand opening of $2.85-million soccer field in Surrey
September 21 Kwantlen Polytechnic University School of Business brings Disney Institute professional development to Vancouver
September 20 Kwantlen sees record enrolment
September 20 Kwantlen Eagles women's soccer seal another win
September 16 Kwantlen Eagles kick off 2010 soccer season
September 15 Kwantlen's new BBA in Marketing Management degree program brings modern marketing skills
September 10 85 Kwantlen Polytechnic University faculty and staff welcome students back to school
September 9 Upcoming Kwantlen community events
September 9 Kwantlen continues welcome back celebrations with Cram Jam
September 8 Kwantlen awards $35,000 in entrance scholarships to Surrey students
September 7 Kwantlen Polytechnic University hosts welcome back celebrations
AUGUST
August 30 Kwantlen's international conference inspires debate about the future of Africa
August 12 Upcoming Kwantlen community events
August 9 Kwantlen hosts international conference to celebrate Africa's Man of the Millennium
August 6 Kwantlen awards $40,000 in entrance scholarships to Langley students
August 4 NCAA Bengals to take on Kwantlen Eagles in men's hoops
JULY
July 29 Kwantlen awards $35,000 in entrance scholarships to Delta students
July 26 Innovative horticulture project cultivates B.C. ornamental nursery growth
July 23 Government of Canada invests in an innovative future for British Columbia's horticulture sector
July 21 Kwantlen awards $35,000 in entrance scholarships to Richmond students
July 8 Kwantlen Polytechnic University recognized as 2010 Progressive Employer of Canada
JUNE
June 30 Kwantlen proposes new BBA in Marketing Management program
June 30 Kwantlen Polytechnic University celebrates academic excellence and student leadership
June 29 Kwantlen fashion student receives silver medal at national skills competition
June 22 Kwantlen Eagles names women's soccer head coach
June 21 Kwantlen receives top honours for access programs and services
June 17 Kwantlen hosts clinical symposium about South Asians and cardiovascular disease
June 16 Kwantlen establishes $34,000 endowment for access program students
June 15 Kwantlen honours business graduate with George C. Wootton Award
June 15 Kwantlen graduate from Langley receives Lieutenant Governor's Medal
June 14 Kwantlen honours former B.C. premier Michael Harcourt with Honorary Doctor of Laws
June 14 Kwantlen honours Carol Jones with Honorary Doctor of Letters
June 11 Psychiatric nursing graduate receives Governor General's Silver Medal from Kwantlen
June 11 Richmond graduate receives Governor General's Collegiate Bronze Academic Medal from Kwantlen
June 10 Kwantlen honours Langley graduate with President's Outstanding Graduate Award
June 10 Kwantlen honours Richmond graduate with President's Outstanding Graduate Award
June 4 Revolutionary UK designer Julian Roberts adds Kwantlen to his North American tour
June 3 Kwantlen Announces Winners in "It's my Kwantlen" Show Your KPU Spirit student photo contest
MAY
May 21 Langley municipalities show support for Kwantlen Farmers Market
May 18 Kwantlen's Aboriginal Gathering Place awarded for outstanding architectural design
May 14 Kwantlen fashion students sweep medals at 2010 B.C. Skills Canada Competition
May 12 Kwantlen Farmers Market secures second major funding support
May 6 Kwantlen political science students weigh in on HST debate
May 4 Kwantlen Farmers Market receives grant support
APRIL
April 29 Kwantlen Eagles appoint Matthew McKay as women's basketball head coach
April 27 From the Boardroom to the Production Line: Kwantlen students to host innovative tour to highlight Surrey industry
April 26 Kwantlen Polytechnic University receives largest donation ever to increase student success rate
April 23 Kwantlen named one of Canada's Greenest Employers
April 14 Kwantlen recognizes student-athletes at annual awards
MARCH
March 30 Upcoming Kwantlen community events
March 30 Upcoming Kwantlen music events
March 30 Kwantlen PR students raise $7,000 for Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver
March 24 Kwantlen upcoming events
March 11 Kwantlen Eagles win national bronze in badminton
March 4 Kwantlen upcoming community events
March 1 Kwantlen Eagles name new head coach for men's soccer
FEBRUARY
February 23 Eagles strikes success at BCCAA provincial badminton championships
February 22 Kwantlen Eagles women's basketball clinches playoff berth
February 17 Kwantlen hosts table tennis tournament to strengthen community ties
February 16 Kwantlen Eagles basketball teams split at home
February 16 Kwantlen students recognized at annual scholarships and awards ceremony
February 12 Upcoming Kwantlen athletic games
February 11 Kwantlen supports Project Hero to provide university education for children of Canadian Forces personnel
February 10 Business owners get chance to go 'back to school'
February 9 Kwantlen's tireless runner carries Olympic torch
February 8 Kwantlen Eagles push for playoff berths
February 4 Upcoming Kwantlen community events
February 1 Kwantlen Eagles take on top of the league
February 1 Kwantlen Eagle mascot receives its official name – Kwinten
February 1 A home field for the Kwantlen Eagles
JANUARY
January 29 Kwantlen Eagles women's soccer raises provincial championship banner
January 27 Kwantlen Board of Governors holds elections for chair and vice-chair
January 26 Kwantlen invites public to Eagles championship banner raising night
January 19 Kwantlen hosts dramatized concert—the Great Mozart Hunt
January 19 Upcoming Kwantlen athletic games
January 14 Eagles sign four recruits
January 14 Kwantlen launches new Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program
January 12 Upcoming Kwantlen music events
January 6 Upcoming Kwantlen community events
January 6 New degrees give B.C. students more choice
January 4 Kwantlen researcher named "Educator of the Year"

For media and public relations information, please contact:
Joanne Saunders
Director, Marketing & Communications
Phone: 604.599.2243
E-mail: joanne.saunders@kwantlen.ca