Today, OCASA’s Executive Director, Diane Posterski, and OCASA President, Chris Fliesser, attended the second day of meetings for the Committee of Presidents in Toronto. Given time on the agenda, their presentation highlighted the need for a “new” conversation in the college system when discussing OCASA’s status and role as a professional association. Moving away from…
The President of Contact North, Maxim Jean-Louis, has been named as special advisor to the Minister in the establishment of the Ontario Online Institute. The Ministry also released guidelines for the development of the Ontario Online Institute. The Institute will facilitate and support the development of online courses and programs through existing providers, including Contact…
Stay connected: A one-time fee of $100 keeps you informed about OCASA’s work on your behalf at the CAAT Pension Pan and on Group Insured Benefits Advisory Committee – for life!Give back. “I am interested in mentoring younger administrators and participating in “giving back” by developing the college leaders for tomorrow.” (recent retiree member)For further…
As part of OCASA’s commitment to sustainability, the Board has adopted video conferencing technology for two of its quarterly meetings. “Bringing twelve board members together can be costly, both in terms of finances and time. This platform enables us to be much more efficient and to be more inclusive of all members who are dispersed…
Pass this on…The 2011 Educators’ Choice Awards will recognize and reward Adobe Education Exchange members who submit the most innovative teaching and learning materials including projects, lesson plans, curricula, and tutorials. For more information, click here. Winners will be announced November 9.
Accepting registrations for: Developing Leadership Capacity in Ontario colleges – April 11 start Finance for the non-finance manager – May 9 start For more information about the program and registration, click here.