{"id":44251,"date":"2022-09-03T05:27:36","date_gmt":"2022-09-03T05:27:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pr.asianetpakistan.com\/?p=97457"},"modified":"2022-09-03T05:27:36","modified_gmt":"2022-09-03T05:27:36","slug":"bow-valley-college-president-and-ceo-honoured-with-a-queens-platinum-jubilee-medal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timessouthafrica.com\/bow-valley-college-president-and-ceo-honoured-with-a-queens-platinum-jubilee-medal\/","title":{"rendered":"Bow Valley College President and CEO honoured with a Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee Medal"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Calgary, Sept. 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bow Valley College is proud to announce its President and CEO, Dr. Misheck Mwaba, has been awarded a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal. Dr. Mwaba graciously accepted the award from the Lieutenant Governor of Alberta and the Premier of Alberta at a ceremony in downtown Calgary.<\/p>\n

\u201cReceiving this medal in honour of Her Majesty the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee is an honour and a privilege,\u201d says Dr. Mwaba. \u201cI am humbled by the distinguished meaning behind it and touched that it is in recognition of my service in post-secondary education, an industry I am passionate about and that continues to inspire me.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr. Mwaba is one of 7,000 Albertans who will be awarded the commemorative medal celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Queen\u2019s accession to the Throne. It is bestowed upon dedicated individuals who have contributed significantly to the province of Alberta.<\/p>\n

Dr. Mwaba was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Bow Valley College in 2020, following his time as Vice President, Academic at the College. His contributions to the post-secondary system include finding innovative ways to make higher education more accessible. He has been recognized as a leader in implementing micro-credentials, including for his critical role in creating a national committee and a pan-Canadian College framework for micro-credentials.<\/p>\n

In addition, Dr. Mwaba skillfully navigated Bow Valley College through the pandemic and was instrumental in developing cutting-edge virtual reality technology and a laboratory at the College. He has sat on many prestigious boards and committees at the federal and provincial levels.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Queen\u2019s Jubilee Medal is acknowledgement of Dr. Mwaba\u2019s dedication to post-secondary education, his enthusiasm for uncovering contemporary learning options, and removing barriers to students,\u201d says Shannon Bowen-Smed, Chair of the Bow Valley College Board of Governors. \u201cHe continues to support economic development in the province of Alberta, helping thousands of students realize their skills and build successful careers.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr. Mwaba is the first Black college president in Alberta history. Originally from Zambia, he is an inspiration to many, including the immigrant community.<\/p>\n

About Bow Valley College\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Calgary and region\u2019s largest Comprehensive Community College \u2014 with 14,000 full- and part-time students, Bow Valley College helps Open Doors \u2013 Open Minds to in-demand jobs in Calgary, Alberta, and Canada. Our graduates contribute to the digital economy, TV & film production, and serve on the frontlines for healthcare and social programs. One of Canada\u2019s top 50 research colleges, Bow Valley College invests in virtual reality (VR), Work Integrated Learning (WIL), micro-credentials, and foundational opportunities.<\/p>\n

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