Bow Valley College

What a day!

Yesterday was filled with proud moments and unforgettable memories as we welcomed new graduates into our community.

Graduates from the School of Foundational Learning and the School of Health and Wellness crossed the stage at the Jack Singer Concert Hall in , cheered on by family, friends, and peers.

From heartfelt speeches to celebratory stage walks, the energy in the room was truly inspiring.

Congratulations, Class of 2026 — you’ve made us so proud!

What a day!

Yesterday was filled with proud moments and unforgettable memories as we welcomed new graduates into our community.

Graduates from the School of Technology, the Chiu School of Business, and the Centre for Entertainment Arts crossed the stage at the Jack Singer Concert Hall in Werklund Centre, cheered on by family, friends, and peers.

From heartfelt speeches to celebratory stage walks, the energy in the room was truly inspiring.

Congratulations, Class of 2026 — you’ve made us so proud!

Every graduating class has its stories of perseverance, growth, ambition, and community.

Meet Bow Valley College's Spring 2026 Valedictorians — four graduates whose journeys reflect the strength, resilience, creativity, and heart of the Class of 2026.

Join us in celebrating Kristoffer Lao, Sarah Rubiano, Chika Ugagu, and Amanda Osakue as they prepare to represent their fellow graduates at Spring Convocation.

Read their stories: https://f.mtr.cool/qtrsrtautf

Students connected with industry, explored emerging technologies, and gained valuable insights into the future of work at Applied AI & Industry Readiness.

Hosted in partnership with Tech Connect Alberta, the event gave students the opportunity to hear directly from AI professionals, ask questions, build industry connections, and learn how artificial intelligence is shaping workplaces across Alberta.

Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation and shared their expertise with our students.

Last Friday, we gathered to celebrate Indigenous graduates at Bow Valley College through a special ceremony honouring their achievements, journeys, and cultural traditions.

It was a meaningful evening filled with reflection, pride, connection, and community as students celebrated alongside family, friends, and supporters.

Congratulations to all graduates — we are proud to celebrate this important milestone with you and look forward to all that lies ahead on your journey.

This spring, Bow Valley College Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED) students took learning beyond the classroom and across the Atlantic.

A group of ECED diploma students travelled to Italy for an immersive study abroad experience focused on global approaches to early childhood education. From Urbania and Reggio Emilia to Florence, students explored internationally recognized learning philosophies, connected with educators, and reflected on their future as early childhood professionals.

Through cultural experiences, academic learning, and meaningful conversations, students gained new perspectives on advocacy, community, and the role of early childhood educators in shaping the future.

Experiences like this reflect Bow Valley College’s commitment to transformational, globally connected learning opportunities for students.

It’s National Nursing Week in Canada, and we’re proud to celebrate the inspiring journeys of Bow Valley College nursing students.

Kara Downer once doubted whether post-secondary education — or a career in healthcare — was possible for her. Today, she’s pursuing Practical Nurse studies and building a future dedicated to caring for others.

Read Kara’s story and celebrate the impact of future nurses in our community:

https://www.bowvalleycollege.ca/stories/you-can-do-this-pn-student-kara-downer-is-only-going-up

A look back at Spring Term Welcome Week!

From New Student Orientation to activities across campus, thank you to everyone who joined us to kick off the term. We loved seeing new and returning students connecting, exploring campus, and starting the term together.

Welcome to the Spring Term, BVC!

Creativity, collaboration, and a real-world challenge.

This weekend, Bow Valley College hosted a Creative Jam bringing together students from the School of Technology and Entertainment Arts.

Students from Advanced Game Development, Foundations in Entertainment Arts, 3D Animation, Digital Design, and Digital Marketing teamed up to create an animation project for a mystery client — revealed Friday afternoon to be Calgary Airports.

With a tight deadline running from Friday to Sunday, five student teams collaborated to develop and pitch creative animation concepts that could potentially be seen by nearly 20 million people each year at YYC.

A huge congratulations to the Idea Labs team for taking home the winning pitch, and to all participating students for the incredible creativity, teamwork, and innovation showcased throughout the weekend.

Thank you to Calgary Airports for partnering with us on this exciting experience. We’re excited for what we hope becomes an annual event.

Our Interior Decorating Grad Showcase brought together creativity, innovation, and real-world design solutions.

Graduating students presented their final projects, sharing their ideas, process, and inspiration with the Bow Valley College community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to support their work and celebrate this milestone.