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Apply for awards, scholarships and bursaries

More than $500,000 in awards funding has just been made available. Apply by October 16 through the NSCC Student Awards Portal.

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Solar energy across Nova Scotia

NSCC Data Specialist Yeonha Park analyses research findings from multiple years of solar production data supported by the Community Solar Data Project.

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Follow your passion

Eskasoni's Kieran Wasuek Johnson is committed to a career in sustainable natural resources development.

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Orientation, September 8 to 11

Learn what to expect at Orientation, an online event from September 8-11 for new and returning students.

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Prepare now to learn online

There are things you can do now to make sure you’re prepared to learn online in 2020-21.

Engineered Technologies Applied Research Lab scientists take well water samples in rural Nova Scotia

Strengthening communities through innovation

NSCC Applied Research is embarking on projects to help communities throughout Nova Scotia.

Africentric Learning Matters

The importance of Africentric learning and the positive influence it can have on students.

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There's still time to apply for fall 2020

It's not too late to study at NSCC starting in September.

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7 financial supports for students during COVID-19

Learn about the support programs that are in place to help you prepare financially for the coming academic year.

Akerley Campus grad Adam Ullock, founder of the Nova Scotia ONE Garbage Bag Challenge on Facebook is pictured (left) with Ana Almeida (right) of CTV Morning Live.

Take the ONE Garbage Bag Challenge

Akerley Campus grad asks Nova Scotians to make a difference during pandemic by taking the ONE Garbage Bag Challenge.

Students from Ivany Campus’s music programs are launching a web series featuring performances, tutorials, music lessons and panel discussions from program alumni and other well-known local artists during pandemic.

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Culinary student feeds 300 long haul drivers

Kingstec Campus Culinary Management student Joan Godsey is making to-go meals for the 300 commercial drivers of Eassons Transport Group in Kentville, NS., during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Covers for Comfort

Grads use music to spread happiness amid pandemic.

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Managing Wellness in Turbulent Times

There are things we can do to take care of ourselves and each other – like these 6 daily practices.

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Finding Her Voice

NSCC student rises from suicide attempts to serve as mental health ambassador and ally.

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Ensuring Quality

NSCC grad helps one of the largest video game companies in the world gain international recognition for app.

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Designing a New Future

Korean-born digital animator chases dream at Truro Campus.

Coaching Greatness

North Preston grad inspires young leaders through sport.

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It’s the Small Things

When it comes to caring for your mental health and well-being, the small things are big things. Explore the small things you can do to feel your best.