For 10 days in January, seven St. Clair College students in the School of Health Sciences, accompanied by three professors, received an education you can't read about in textbooks or practice in a clinical lab.
Dirt roads. Huts made of mud and sticks. Virtually no access to health care.
That's the reality of living in the Village of El Triunfo, Guatemala.
St. Clair College's Centre for Academic Excellence and Quality Assurance hosted its annual faculty retreat on Friday, June 13, where nearly 100 faculty members networked, heard from guest speakers and took part in professional development sessions.
St. Clair College is trading in its standard school colours of green and gold this week for a different hue: purple.
The Dental Clinic recently welcomed elementary students for a special 'Kiddie Day' event, combining essential check-ups, engaging educational sessions with enjoyable activities. The event not only provided valuable dental care but also left a lasting impression on the young participants, who eagerly shared their written gratitude with the faculty.