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Community-Based Bachelor of Education Degree in Partnership With Cumberland College
By Lynette Gerski , Marketing Coordinator , Cumberland College
Photo Credit : Lynette Gerski
In June 2013 , 34 applicants from over 15 communities throughout the area ranging from Nipawin and Red Earth to Shellbrook and Wynyard received exciting news : They were accepted into the University of Regina Bachelor of Education ( B . Ed .) Program at Cumberland College . “ The lives of many people in the northeast region will be enriched by this program ” says Valerie Mushinski , President and CEO of Cumberland College . Mayor Dave Trann of Nipawin commented , “ The Bachelor of Education program offered in Nipawin provides the ability for students from the area an opportunity to stay at home , receive their education , and save money on accommodations . Nipawin benefits in that the educators and the students help to grow our economy and we have the opportunity to showcase our community .”
Cumberland College and the University of Regina have a partnership history that spans over the past three decades . Dr . James McNinch , Faculty of Education Dean at the U of R says “ Our Nipawin B . Ed . partnership with Cumberland College is a form of community development that benefits individuals , families , and the entire region ."
This B . Ed . program prepares school professionals to teach core curriculum subjects . The diverse base of the program also equips students to work with young people , families , community members , and colleagues in and outside of
education and prepares future teachers to create environments where children are active and engaged in learning . The B . Ed . program also includes extensive field and in-school experiences , most of which will occur in schools within the North East School Division ( NESD ). Don Rempel , Director of the NESD says “ The NESD is pleased to see a Bachelor of Education program offered in Nipawin . The school division will work closely with the faculty and students of the program to link with local schools and school division professionals to make the program and experience of the students as strong as possible .”
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