Donor Profile

Donors Enjoy a Sampling of RDC Talents at a Taste of RDC — and More!

Without support from individuals, companies and philanthropists like many of you, Red Deer College would be a different place today. That’s why we’ve dedicated this issue’s profile to all of our valued donors.

A Taste of RDC – and More, RDC’s annual Donor Recognition Event held on March 24, offered guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with current College projects and innovations. Fifteen different showcases from a variety of programs were featured side-by-side in the spacious second floor learning common. There, RDC students, staff and faculty presented many exciting and varied works.

Music performed by RDC’s Music program students created the perfect ambiance, and Performing Arts students took to the floor with an evening of dance, theatre and acting performances. As well, RDC Business students were on hand with their financial planning and work experience presentations. The presence of students was a great tribute to our valued donors who truly support the learning experience.

Take two. Many guests needed a second look at two life-like mannequins from the Nursing program. Described more fully in this issue’s eNews, iStan the teaching mannequin and his identical brother iStan were on site to demonstrate their “real” pains and illnesses.

The event had plenty to share. The Centre for Teaching and Learning’s The Core Bites Back detailed the unique and advanced teaching tools available to RDC instructors. This Centre provides year-round support for instructors through drop-in services, workshops, events and special projects.

Trades and Manufacturing had a high-voltage display – an elaborate electric mini-setting where conductors and insulators were demonstrated with help from the audience. The arcs and sparks with accompanying smoke and smells made the exhibition realistic.

Applied Research and Innovation revealed the capabilities of the Centre for Innovation in Manufacturing, with 3-D digital scanning, rapid prototyping and fabrication techniques, and robotic control systems from RDC’s upcoming Engineering Technology programs.

Student art pieces were on display along with permanent art collection pieces, exhibiting work of “Old, Modern and Future Masters.” Much of the art was presented outside the painting studio where ideal lighting emphasized the magnificence of each piece.

Students weren’t the only enthusiastic participants. Staff and faculty were equally keen to share their work, including those from Business, Hospitality and Tourism, and Student Services.

Gratitude extended every day. RDC President Joel Ward, Board of Governors Chair Janice Wing and Foundation Board member Marlin Styner all shared their gratitude with guests.

Thanks to our donors, students have countless opportunities available at RDC. These opportunities extend beyond RDC as students pursue their career and life goals. Many graduates will stay and make their own contributions to central Alberta.

Board member Styner concluded the program by telling donors, “Look around. Your thoughtful contributions and support are at work here today, and every day a student passes through the RDC doors.”

That’s why our donors are so valued and appreciated. Every day. Thank you to all who believe and support RDC, now and in the future.