Released on August 23, 2000
Students starting classes at the new SIAST campus in Regina this fall will haveeven more opportunities to get a better education thanks to a number of
improvements.
Post-Secondary Education and Skills Training and SIAST are investing an
additional $4 million at the consolidated campus. The additional funding
includes: expansion to accommodate the increased student numbers in the Nursing
Education Program, a Student Wellness Centre, an Aboriginal Student Centre, a
daycare and to accommodate technology enhanced learning.
"We are making a good project even better by responding to the changing needs
of students and investing in their future," Post-Secondary Education and Skills
Training Minister Glenn Hagel said. "This new campus is crucial to helping
Saskatchewan people prepare for the many job opportunities coming available."
The grand opening of the new campus is planned for September 28th. The new,
consolidated campus facility creates unique opportunities for innovative
partnerships in education, training and research in what is becoming known as
Regina's Knowledge Corridor.
"This is really something to celebrate," SIAST President Dr. Art Knight said.
"For the first time ever, SIAST programs and services in Regina will be housed
in one convenient location. This new facility will strengthen a sense of
community for over 2,000 full-time and 8,000 part-time students, and 350
employees."
"It is important Saskatchewan students have access to programs and services
that meet their needs. This facility will ensure Saskatchewan post-secondary
students can make the most of their career opportunities now and in the
future," Hagel said.
The new SIAST Wascana Campus replaces eight locations scattered throughout the
city of Regina.
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For more information, contact:
Wayne McElree Art Knight
Assistant Deputy Minister President, SIAST
Post-Secondary Education and Skills Training Phone: (306) 933-7328
Phone: (306) 787-6056